Fingers crossed that the academy shows Lin some love on Oscar night!
The 94th Academy Awards are set to take place on March 27, and a whole bunch of talented people are in the running for Oscars. The category of Best Original Song has some especially impressive nominees this year.
To finish off the list, Lin-Manuel Miranda is one of the songwriters who has been recognized in the Best Original Song category.
Here are 14 reasons why Lin should get this Oscar, IMHO.
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The win would bring Lin to EGOT status.
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He’s been here before.
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Encanto has been wildly popular since its release, thanks in large part to Lin’s music.
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“Dos Oruguitas” sounds amazing.
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The song also has a really touching theme.
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“Dos Oruguitas” showcases Lin’s storytelling ability through song.
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The Oscar has been a dream of Lin’s for a long time.
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Lin did his homework for the music of Encanto.
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Encanto‘s music has sparked important conversations amongst families around the world.
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Lin wrote “Dos Oruguitas” in Spanish to better tell Abuela’s story.
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The song made waves on the charts.
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Aside from “Dos Oruguitas,” other Encanto music has been exceedingly triumphant for Disney.
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Lin brought together a talented Latinx group for Encanto, including Germaine Franco, who scored the film.
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Lastly, Lin made a tough (but appropriate) decision in submitting “Dos Oruguitas” for Oscar consideration.
Good luck to Lin and all the gifted nominees on Oscar night!
Source: https://www.buzzfeed.com/devinherenda/why-lin-manuel-miranda-deserves-an-oscar