Sing Sing

In a break from tradition stretching back to 1946, tonight’s telecast will forgo live performances of the nominated songs: “Never Too Late” from “Elton John: Never Too Late,” “Like a Bird” from “Sing Sing,” “The Journey” from “The Six Triple Eight” and “El Mal” and “Mi Camino” from “Emilia Pérez.”

While "Wicked" cannot compete in this category against songs from "Emilia Pérez," "Sing Sing," or "The Six Triple Eight," its songs are among the most captivating audiences have experienced this awards season.

In fact, Sing Sing's Colman Domingo is nominated for best leading actor for the second year in a row.

“Like a Bird” from “Sing Sing”

While nobody could accuse this year’s best original song race of having the same excitement as last year’s nominees, the clear best choice out of the bunch is “Like a Bird” from “Sing Sing.”