As the Academy Awards draw near, the spotlight is on Ryan Gosling, who is not only a contender for the Best Supporting Actor Oscar but also has his hit ballad “I’m Just Ken” from the Barbie soundtrack nominated for Best Original Song. The anticipation builds as viewers wonder if Gosling will take the stage to perform the track live during the awards ceremony.
Mark Ronson, the producer of the Barbie soundtrack and co-writer of “I’m Just Ken,” expressed his desire for Gosling to perform the song at the Oscars. Ronson emphasized that the song would only be performed if Gosling is willing to sing it live. When asked about the possibility of someone else performing the song, Ronson firmly stated, “No. I think if Ryan doesn’t do it, then we’re not doing it.”
Gosling has not confirmed whether he will perform “I’m Just Ken” at the Academy Awards, leaving fans and Ronson eager to see if the actor will take the stage. The nomination for the song adds an extra layer of excitement to the Oscars, with the potential for a live performance enhancing the event.
Before the official announcement of the Academy Award nominations, Gosling playfully addressed the idea of performing the song during the Oscars telecast, joking about logistics and questioning whether performers get paid for the gig. The anticipation surrounding his potential performance has only intensified since the nomination became official.
“I’m Just Ken” is not the only song from Barbie nominated for Best Original Song; Billie Eilish’s “What Was I Made For?” is also in contention.
As the Oscars approach, fans await confirmation on whether Ryan Gosling will bring “I’m Just Ken” to life on the live stage during the prestigious awards ceremony, adding a memorable musical moment to the event. The 94th Academy Awards are set to be broadcast live on ABC on March 10th.
