Diane Warren attends the ‘Billboard’ Power 100 event at NeueHouse Hollywood on Jan. 31. 2024.Photo:Gilbert Flores/Billboard via GettyJust one month into the new year, andDiane Warrenis already having a great 2024.The accomplished songwriter, 67, attended theBillboardPower 100 ceremony at NeueHouse Hollywood on Wednesday and opened up to PEOPLE about receiving her15th Oscar nominationfor Best Original Song for writingBecky G’s"The Fire Inside”for the movieFlamin' Hot.“It’s the coolest thing, no matter what happens, just that my song was nominated when there’s so many songs every year,” Warren said. “I won already. Whatever happens, happens. It’s just a beautiful thing to get the respect of those I respect.“Warren, who admits to writing “in a lot of different genres of music” also noted that she believed the song was special in its own way because of its arrangement.Becky G performs during the Mi Casa, Tu Casa Tour in New York City in September 2023.Udo Salters Photography/Getty"This is a reggaeton, you know, we’re bringing some reggaeton to the Oscars. And it’s different,” Warren continued. “For me, I knew the song that I wanted to write for this movie had to have that … it’s unexpected.“Becky G also shared herown reaction on Instagramto the news that the song — fromEva Longoria’s directorial debut about the inventor of Flamin’ Hot Cheetos — had received a nod. The Latin music star, 26, posted a handful of photos from the moment she found out about the nomination on her Instagram Story, as well as a thoughtful, teary-eyedvideoof herself thanking Warren for the track and Longoria for making the film.“This film, this team, this song represents something so close to my heart — it is my heart,” she said in the clip. “This is literally one of my dreams coming true in front of the world.”In the caption, the musician explained further how overwhelmed with emotion she was and spoke to how honored she was to be a part ofFlamin’ Hotto begin with. “When icons like Diane and Eva invite you to be a part of anything, YOU SAY YES OK???? Thank you for trusting me to bring part of this vision to life,” she wrote.“The Fire Inside” is nominated for Best Original Song along with “What Was I Made For” and “I’m Just Ken” from theBarbiemovie,Jon Batiste’s “It Never Went Away” fromAmerican SymphonyandKillers of the Flower Moon’s “Wahzhazhe (A Song for My People).“Billboard’s annual Power 100 honors music industry figures with awards including executive of the year, label of the year, the Clive Davis visionary award and the Clio Music creative juggernaut award.Eva Longoria attends a special screening of ‘Flamin’ Hot' in Los Angeles in December 2023.Jordan Strauss/January Images/ShutterstockNever miss a story — sign up forPEOPLE’s free daily newsletterto stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from juicy celebrity news to compelling human interest stories.“This year’s Power 100 includes an incredibly dynamic and innovative group of leaders pushing music forward at a challenging time,” saidBillboardeditorial director, Hannah Karp, in astatementto the music magazine.Karp added, “The music industry has become more competitive than ever and we are excited to recognize the exceptional individuals who have earned a coveted spot on this list and continue to drive growth and change.”
Diane Warren attends the ‘Billboard’ Power 100 event at NeueHouse Hollywood on Jan. 31. 2024.Photo:Gilbert Flores/Billboard via Getty
Gilbert Flores/Billboard via Getty
Just one month into the new year, andDiane Warrenis already having a great 2024.The accomplished songwriter, 67, attended theBillboardPower 100 ceremony at NeueHouse Hollywood on Wednesday and opened up to PEOPLE about receiving her15th Oscar nominationfor Best Original Song for writingBecky G’s"The Fire Inside”for the movieFlamin' Hot.“It’s the coolest thing, no matter what happens, just that my song was nominated when there’s so many songs every year,” Warren said. “I won already. Whatever happens, happens. It’s just a beautiful thing to get the respect of those I respect.“Warren, who admits to writing “in a lot of different genres of music” also noted that she believed the song was special in its own way because of its arrangement.Becky G performs during the Mi Casa, Tu Casa Tour in New York City in September 2023.Udo Salters Photography/Getty"This is a reggaeton, you know, we’re bringing some reggaeton to the Oscars. And it’s different,” Warren continued. “For me, I knew the song that I wanted to write for this movie had to have that … it’s unexpected.“Becky G also shared herown reaction on Instagramto the news that the song — fromEva Longoria’s directorial debut about the inventor of Flamin’ Hot Cheetos — had received a nod. The Latin music star, 26, posted a handful of photos from the moment she found out about the nomination on her Instagram Story, as well as a thoughtful, teary-eyedvideoof herself thanking Warren for the track and Longoria for making the film.“This film, this team, this song represents something so close to my heart — it is my heart,” she said in the clip. “This is literally one of my dreams coming true in front of the world.”In the caption, the musician explained further how overwhelmed with emotion she was and spoke to how honored she was to be a part ofFlamin’ Hotto begin with. “When icons like Diane and Eva invite you to be a part of anything, YOU SAY YES OK???? Thank you for trusting me to bring part of this vision to life,” she wrote.“The Fire Inside” is nominated for Best Original Song along with “What Was I Made For” and “I’m Just Ken” from theBarbiemovie,Jon Batiste’s “It Never Went Away” fromAmerican SymphonyandKillers of the Flower Moon’s “Wahzhazhe (A Song for My People).“Billboard’s annual Power 100 honors music industry figures with awards including executive of the year, label of the year, the Clive Davis visionary award and the Clio Music creative juggernaut award.Eva Longoria attends a special screening of ‘Flamin’ Hot' in Los Angeles in December 2023.Jordan Strauss/January Images/ShutterstockNever miss a story — sign up forPEOPLE’s free daily newsletterto stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from juicy celebrity news to compelling human interest stories.“This year’s Power 100 includes an incredibly dynamic and innovative group of leaders pushing music forward at a challenging time,” saidBillboardeditorial director, Hannah Karp, in astatementto the music magazine.Karp added, “The music industry has become more competitive than ever and we are excited to recognize the exceptional individuals who have earned a coveted spot on this list and continue to drive growth and change.”
Just one month into the new year, andDiane Warrenis already having a great 2024.
The accomplished songwriter, 67, attended theBillboardPower 100 ceremony at NeueHouse Hollywood on Wednesday and opened up to PEOPLE about receiving her15th Oscar nominationfor Best Original Song for writingBecky G’s"The Fire Inside”for the movieFlamin' Hot.
“It’s the coolest thing, no matter what happens, just that my song was nominated when there’s so many songs every year,” Warren said. “I won already. Whatever happens, happens. It’s just a beautiful thing to get the respect of those I respect.”
Warren, who admits to writing “in a lot of different genres of music” also noted that she believed the song was special in its own way because of its arrangement.
Becky G performs during the Mi Casa, Tu Casa Tour in New York City in September 2023.Udo Salters Photography/Getty
Udo Salters Photography/Getty
“This is a reggaeton, you know, we’re bringing some reggaeton to the Oscars. And it’s different,” Warren continued. “For me, I knew the song that I wanted to write for this movie had to have that … it’s unexpected.”
Becky G also shared herown reaction on Instagramto the news that the song — fromEva Longoria’s directorial debut about the inventor of Flamin’ Hot Cheetos — had received a nod. The Latin music star, 26, posted a handful of photos from the moment she found out about the nomination on her Instagram Story, as well as a thoughtful, teary-eyedvideoof herself thanking Warren for the track and Longoria for making the film.
“This film, this team, this song represents something so close to my heart — it is my heart,” she said in the clip. “This is literally one of my dreams coming true in front of the world.”
In the caption, the musician explained further how overwhelmed with emotion she was and spoke to how honored she was to be a part ofFlamin’ Hotto begin with. “When icons like Diane and Eva invite you to be a part of anything, YOU SAY YES OK???? Thank you for trusting me to bring part of this vision to life,” she wrote.
“The Fire Inside” is nominated for Best Original Song along with “What Was I Made For” and “I’m Just Ken” from theBarbiemovie,Jon Batiste’s “It Never Went Away” fromAmerican SymphonyandKillers of the Flower Moon’s “Wahzhazhe (A Song for My People).”
Billboard’s annual Power 100 honors music industry figures with awards including executive of the year, label of the year, the Clive Davis visionary award and the Clio Music creative juggernaut award.
Eva Longoria attends a special screening of ‘Flamin’ Hot' in Los Angeles in December 2023.Jordan Strauss/January Images/Shutterstock
Jordan Strauss/January Images/Shutterstock
Never miss a story — sign up forPEOPLE’s free daily newsletterto stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from juicy celebrity news to compelling human interest stories.
“This year’s Power 100 includes an incredibly dynamic and innovative group of leaders pushing music forward at a challenging time,” saidBillboardeditorial director, Hannah Karp, in astatementto the music magazine.
Karp added, “The music industry has become more competitive than ever and we are excited to recognize the exceptional individuals who have earned a coveted spot on this list and continue to drive growth and change.”
source: people.com
