Diane Warren Writes Oscar-Eligible Song for Mark Wahlberg Film

Diane Warren, a 17-time Oscar nominee, has written the title song 'By Any Means' for the Mark Wahlberg film of the same name. The song will be available on streaming platforms on August 21, followed by a music video on August 28 and a soundtrack album on September 18.

The film 'By Any Means' is directed by Elegance Bratton and stars Yahya Abdul-Mateen II and Mark Wahlberg. The song 'By Any Means' is performed by David Kushner and The Isley Brothers, and its message of defiance is conveyed through an emphatic, deliberate beat punctuated by bluesy guitar and a gospel-style chorus.

Diane Warren has been nominated for an Oscar nine times in a row, and this song may extend her record streak. She has yet to win a competitive Oscar, but received an Academy Honorary Award in 2022. Warren has made it clear that she will continue to write new songs for movies every year, and voters in the Academy's music branch have consistently nominated her.

## Why it matters The release of 'By Any Means' is significant because it marks another opportunity for Diane Warren to receive an Oscar nomination. With 17 nominations under her belt, she is one of the most nominated songwriters in Academy history. The song's eligibility for an Oscar nomination also highlights the film 'By Any Means' and its cast, including Mark Wahlberg and Yahya Abdul-Mateen II.

The song 'By Any Means' exists in two versions, and its release will be closely watched by fans of Diane Warren and the film's cast. With its message of defiance and its soulful, midtempo melody, the song has the potential to resonate with listeners and voters alike.

## What happens next The song 'By Any Means' will be available on streaming platforms on August 21, followed by a music video on August 28 and a soundtrack album on September 18. The film 'By Any Means' will also be released on streaming platforms, although a specific date has not been announced. As the Oscar season approaches, Diane Warren's song will be closely watched by fans and voters, and its eligibility for an Oscar nomination will be a major factor in the Academy's music branch voting process.