Today we’re discussing the Oscar nominees for Original Song. My guests — Chris Molanphy (chart analyst and podcast host), Louis Weeks (score composer), and Tom Peyton (song writer) — offer both analysis and critique of this year’s nominees. Is there a lot of enthusiasm for the musical innovations these songs offer the listening audience? Well, no. Does it make for an interesting discussion? Yes, definitely. 

The 2024 Nominees for Original Song:

• “El Mal” from “Emilia Pérez”

• “The Journey” from “The Six Triple Eight”

• “Like a Bird” from “Sing Sing”

• “Mi Camino” also from “Emilia Pérez”

• “Never Too Late” from “Elton John: Never Too Late”