Sofia Carson sang the Best Original Song nominee, written by Diane Warren, “Applause” at the 95th Academy Awards. For the performance, Warren joined her on the piano while playing a string section. Watch the performance of say it like a woman bachelor below.
Tonight’s nomination marks the 14th time Warren has been nominated for Best Original Song; she has yet to win the award. Other nominees include Rihanna for “Lift Me Up” (Black Panther: Wakanda Forever); Son Lux with Mitski and David Byrne for “This Is a Life” (Everything everywhere at once); Rahul Sipligunj, Kaala Bhairava and MM Keeravani for “Naatu Naatu” (RRR); and Lady Gaga for “Hold My Hand” (Top Gun: Maverick).
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