The Academy said it will be moving in a new direction as far as music selections go and doing away with live performances of the best original song nominees.

While fans initially speculated that Lisa, Doja Cat, and Raye would be performing their new song “Born Again,” the Academy went ahead and shut this down on Twitter, writing "Not 'Born Again!' But still legendary. Stay tuned.'

Performers for the 2025 Oscars have been announced, including "Wicked" co-stars Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande and more.

The Academy Awards 2025 on March 2 are set to be hosted by Conan O’Brien. Among the names in its prestigious lineup of presenters are singer and actress Selena Gomez, acclaimed star Ana de Armas, industry icon Oprah Winfrey,

Doja Cat, Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande, LISA of Blackpink, Queen Latifah and RAYE have been announced as musical performers for this year’s 97th Annual Academy Awards. The Academy says they will participate in “showstopping performances celebrating the filmmaking community and some of its legends at the 97th Oscars”.

Doja Cat, Lisa of Blackpink, Queen Latifah and Raye also will perform on the telecast. Wicked ’s Oscar-nominated stars Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo will perform on Sunday’s Oscars, The Hollywood Reporter has confirmed.

Plus: Doja Cat, LISA of Blackpink, Queen Latifah, and RAYE will also take the stage on Sunday night.

The 97th Academy Awards will kick off Sunday evening to celebrate the best movies of 2024 along with the people behind them.