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Oscars Shortlist: Songwriters Face Sharing Statuettes
16 Dec, 2025
Summary
- Five artists who topped Billboard Hot 100 are shortlisted for original song.
- Diane Warren seeks ninth consecutive Oscar nomination for best original song.
- Songs with five co-writers might force sharing of a single Oscar statuette.
The race for the 98th Academy Awards' Best Original Song has intensified with the announcement of the 15-song shortlist. Among the contenders are artists who have previously topped the Billboard Hot 100, including Miley Cyrus, Mark Ronson, Billy Idol, and Ed Sheeran. These artists have contributed songs to various film projects, adding star power to the nominations.
Veteran songwriter Diane Warren is again a strong contender, aiming for her ninth consecutive nomination in this category for her song "Dear Me." This potential record-breaking achievement would place her ahead of the late Sammy Cahn, who holds a similar streak of eight consecutive nominations. Her continued success highlights her enduring impact on film music.
A unique situation arises with two shortlisted songs, "Golden" and "Dying To Live," each credited to five co-writers. The Academy's rule limits the award to a maximum of four recipients. This means that if either of these multi-written songs wins, the award-winning songwriters will need to share a single Oscar statuette, adding an interesting dynamic to the competition.
