Lin-Manuel Miranda has shared his thoughts on a possible awards season competition with Taylor Swift.
Both artists have created songs for major 2026 releases, raising the possibility that they could compete in the same category at the upcoming Academy Awards.
Swift could receive recognition for her song “I Knew It, I Knew You” from Toy Story 5, while Miranda is also expected to be in contention for his latest work.
However, Miranda said he is not focused on competing and instead appreciates the quality of Swift’s music.
In an interview with PEOPLE, the composer praised Swift’s song and said he admired the way she created music that connects with the characters and story.
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Miranda explained that when writing songs for films, his priority is not awards but finding a way to make the music feel natural, emotional, and true to the story.
The songwriter previously won an Oscar nomination for How Far I’ll Go from Moana and has continued his successful partnership with Disney.
For the live-action adaptation of Moana, Miranda returned with a new song titled “Along the Way,” which he believes has the potential to connect with audiences.
The composer shared that he realized the song was special after hearing his children sing it on their own, saying that moment showed him the track had become memorable.
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Miranda and Swift’s possible Oscar race highlights the growing influence of major musicians in film, with both artists continuing to expand their creative careers beyond traditional music releases.