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The In Memoriam section is always one of the most talked-about parts of the Academy Awards, and the song choice for the 2025 Oscars has ignited some controversy online. A lot goes into the In Memoriam section, with the music choice, order, and clips having meticulous attention paid to them. However, this year’s In Memoriam section was apparently not perfect, with many Oscars viewers having issues with the score of the segment.
Lots of beloved figures were lost this year, with Gene Hackman, James Earl Jones, Maggie Smith, and tons more passing away since the last Oscars. All of these icons and more were featured in the In Memoriam section at the 2025 Oscars, with the segment highlighting some of the biggest contributions of each of the figures featured. However, the music that was used to honor those who have passed away may not have been the best choice.
The Oscars 2025 Used “Lacrimosa” As The Song For The In Memoriam Segment
It Played As Those Who Passed Away Were Being Honored
“Lacrimosa” way played live at the 2025 Oscars, with it being used to score the In Memoriam segment. The song featured in the Oscars was composed by Mozart, with it becoming iconic in the years since. “Lacrimosa” has been featured in all kinds of movies, TV shows, and other works.
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“Lacrimosa” is one of the most famous pieces of classical music, with it being a massive change in tone when compared to previous In Memoriam song choices. “Time to Say Goodbye” was played during the In Memoriam segment at the 2024 Oscars, and while the music is always wildly different, “Lacrimosa” is one of the more notable choices.
Why “Lacrimosa” Is A Very Odd Choice For The Oscars’ In Memoriam
It Is Too Popular To Be Taken Seriously
The use of “Lacrimosa” in the In Memoriam segment has been controversial online, with many viewers questioning its usage in the Oscars. The piece’s popularity and its usage in memes has caused it to take on a different cultural identity in recent years, making it an odd choice for the In Memoriam section at the Oscars.
Oscars
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Los Angeles, CA
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March 2, 2025
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https://www.oscars.org/
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