Doja Cat, alongside collaborators Lisa and Raye, delivered a medley of James Bond songs at the Oscars, receiving both praise and criticism. In response to the negative comments on social media, Doja Cat posted an Instagram update about her experience.
The rapper expressed that she was nervous but proud of her performance, despite hitting some flats. She described it as “brave” and “scary for me,” saying she put a lot of work into covering classic songs from the James Bond franchise. The tribute began with a dance sequence by Margaret Qualley, followed by performances of “Live And Let Die” by Lisa, “Diamonds Are Forever” by Doja Cat, and “Skyfall” by Raye.
Other collaborators also shared their nerves before taking the stage. Lisa stated that she was nervous about performing Adele’s iconic song but expressed gratitude for the opportunity. Meanwhile, Lisa mentioned being reunited with her Born Again sisters at the Oscars.
The performance has sparked conversation on social media, with some criticizing Doja Cat’s vocals. However, others have shown support for the rapper, who is known for her success as a rapper and hit single “Say So.”
Source: https://deadline.com/2025/03/doja-cat-criticism-oscars-bond-performance-1236310136