The performance was straightforward but powerful, as Rihanna belted the moving ballad while backed by a full orchestra. The performance received a touching introduction fromBlack Panthersong is up for Best Original Song, marking Rihanna’s first Oscar nomination. “Lift Me Up” — which Rihanna wrote with Tems, Ludwig Göransson, and Ryan Coogler — is up against Sofia Carson and Diane Warren’s “Applause” , Lady Gaga and BloodPop’s “Hold My Hand” , M.M.
After more than five years away from the concert stage, Rihanna has been making waves in the performance spotlight. Prior to her big Oscars appearance, she made a stellar return with her