You know those songs in those movies you hear and you just can't stop listening to? Well some of them actually won Oscars. Here's a list of my favourite Best Original Song Winners at the Oscars
'Sooner Or Later' from Dick Tracy [1990]
Of course I worship Sondheim, but this isn’t just nepotism. Don’t listen to the song and say, oh it’s so vacuous. The song was written in the character of Breathless Mahoney, and you know this is what she would be saying…and isn’t it ironic having Madonna sing this?
'Into the West' from The Lord of the Rings[2003]
Annie Lennox singing this is remarkable but the poetry of the lyrics is an even greater feat. Embarrassing confession – I cried when this played as the credits rolled.
'Windmills of Your Mind' from The Thomas Crown Affair [1968]
This song is intoxicating. It’s the only word coming to me.
'Evergreen' from A Star is Born [1976]
Yeah, it’s Streisand…but the song is good. Really good.
'Falling Slowly' from Once [2007]
Whatever you’ve heard about this song…it’s true.
'Over' the Rainbow from The Wizard of Oz [1939]
Iconic and deservedly so.
'The Way We Were' from The Way We Were [1973]
Streisand again?! No she didn’t write this one…this is one depressing song. I don’t know why people think it’s an ultimate love song.
'I’ve Had the Time of My Life' from Dirty Dancing [1987]
You know you love this.
'You Must Love Me' from Evita [1996]
What is this you tell me? Another song sung by Lady Madonna. Not a fan of Webber but this song is hauntingly beautiful.
'White Christmas' from Holiday Inn [1942]
Is this the most depressing Christmas song? That makes me love it even more.
Take a look at the list and tell me which of the winners you love.
