Shirley Manson

Shirley Manson has been widely recognized for her influence and longevity in rock music. In 2021, Garbage received the NME Godlike Genius Award, which Manson accepted on behalf of the band. The New York Times has called her a "Godmother of Rock," a testament to her impact. In 2018, the University of Edinburgh awarded her an Honorary Doctorate of Music, honoring her contributions to music and culture. She has also been ranked highly in lists like Kerrang!'s "50 Sexiest People in Rock" (#1 in 2009) and VH1's "100 Greatest Women of Rock & Roll" (#98 in 2007).