We all know the Best Original Song performances are the most entertaining part of the Oscars. With Rihanna set to sing her nominated track “Lift Me Up” from Black Panther: Wakanda Forever, it’s definitely time to take a look back at some of the most memorable Best Original Song Performances. You’ll probably start asking yourself why some of these songs didn’t win.
Don’t act like I’m the only one who’s done the whole dance sequence from Fame.
The soundtrack to junior high school dances everywhere.
No offense to Kenny Loggins, but you know he wasn’t going to bring it like Ms. Debbie.
Eight-year-old me is still somewhere singing this song nonstop.
Come on, everyone loves “Under the Sea.”
This is the moment the Aladdin stage was born. Nell Carter is one of those performers who was born to be an entertainer.
It’s impossible to match Whitney Houston, but Natalie Cole does a beautiful job of putting her own spin on these songs.
Another reminder of how truly talented Aaliyah was. She was destined for superstardom.
The unlikeliest Oscar-winner in history.
11 / 18
With all due respect to Melissa Etheridge, I don’t know how you vote against the Dreamgirls.
Even Lupita Nyong’o knows you can’t sit still during this jam.
No song may be better crafted for a movie than “Glory” is for Selma.
This is your mom’s jam. Don’t ask for any further details.
Cynthia Erivo doesn’t miss when it comes to live performances.
I’m predicting this is just the first of many Oscars for H.E.R.
The show really went downhill after Beyoncé’s opening performance.
