The Oscars, also known as the Academy Awards, are a set of awards given annually for excellence in cinematic achievements. The award for Best Original Song recognizes songs written specifically for a film and performed within the film.
The Best Original Song category has been a part of the Oscars since 1934. Some of the most iconic songs in film history have won this award, including “Over the Rainbow” from The Wizard of Oz, “Singin’ in the Rain” from Singin’ in the Rain, and “My Heart Will Go On” from Titanic.
