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Oscars Song Race Contains 79 Songs, But Nothing From ‘Wicked’ – Complete List

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Story by Steve Pond
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The Oscars race for Best Original Song and Best Original Score sees a crowded field of 79 songs and 146 scores, but noticeably lacks any contenders from the hit musical 'Wicked'.
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  • The 79 songs in the running for Best Original Song is the highest number in over a decade, setting the stage for a highly competitive race.
  • The surprising absence of any 'Wicked' songs, given the musical's massive popularity and awards pedigree, has industry insiders speculating about potential snubs or strategic decisions by the filmmakers.
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Steve Pond, Wicked
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