Overview
- Doja Cat performed Shirley Bassey's 'Diamonds Are Forever' as part of a James Bond tribute at the 2025 Oscars, joining Lisa from Blackpink and Raye in a medley of iconic Bond themes.
- Critics and fans were divided, with some praising her artistic versatility and others criticizing her vocal performance as 'flat' at times.
- In an Instagram post, Doja Cat admitted to being nervous, acknowledged hitting some flat notes, and described the experience as 'brave and scary' yet rewarding.
- The tribute also included Lisa performing 'Live and Let Die' and Raye covering Adele's 'Skyfall,' with both artists also expressing nerves about tackling such iconic songs.
- The James Bond tribute honored long-time franchise producers Barbara Broccoli and Michael G. Wilson, who recently handed over creative control of the series to Amazon MGM Studios.