Kiss the Sky (Maren Morris song)

"Kiss the Sky (from The Wild Robot)"
Single by Maren Morris
from the album The Wild Robot (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack)
ReleasedAugust 28, 2024 (2024-08-28)
GenrePop
Length3:35
LabelBack Lot Music
Songwriter(s)
Producer(s)
Maren Morris singles chronology
"I Hope I Never Fall In Love"
(2024) 		"Kiss the Sky (from The Wild Robot)"
(2024) 		"People Still Show Up"
(2024)
Music video
"Kiss the Sky (from The Wild Robot)" on YouTube

"Kiss the Sky" is a song by American singer Maren Morris from the soundtrack to the 2024 animated film The Wild Robot.[1][2] It was released as the soundtrack's lead single on August 28, 2024 by Back Lot Music.[3] "Kiss the Sky" was written by Morris, Ali Tamposi, Jordan Johnson, Michael Pollack, Stefan Johnson, and Delacey, and it was produced by The Monsters & Strangerz and Isaiah Tejada. It was met with widespread positive reviews with many music critics praising its inclusion in the film.[4]

Background and composition

According to Tom Breihan of Stereogum the song plays during "a scene of migrating geese."[5] Morris explained to Billboard and Deadline that her own experiences as a mother made her connect with the story and helped her in the making of the songs.[6][7]

“I was so emotionally moved by this story as a mother. Writing the songs for this film was such an honor because it made me feel even closer to my son, especially when I’m touring and sometimes have to be far away from him.”

—Maren Morris talking about her approach into making her songs for The Wild Robot to Billboard.[8]

Release and promotion

Maren Morris on the screening of The Wild Robot at the 2024 Toronto International Film Festival.

The song was used in the trailer for The Wild Robot, and was officially released as a single on August 28.[9][10] Morris was invited to the film premiere at TIFF alongside the voice cast members of the film, where she talked about her involvement in the movie soundtrack, including her two original songs made for the film, "Kiss the Sky" and "Even When I'm Not".[11][12][13] Both tracks were included on the The Wild Robot soundtrack album curated by Kris Bowers, which was released on September 27, 2024.[14][7]

Critical reception

Peter Travers of ABC News recommended the track to his readers, stating that "Kiss the Sky," is "a heart-song for the ages."[15] Tom Breihan of Stereogum also praised the track, dubbing it as "perfectly pleasant", as well noticing some "Mumford-style stadium-folk" influences. He went further reviewing why the song works in the movie saying: "In isolation, it’s just fine, but I can imagine it hitting pretty hard in the context of the movie."[5]

On December 9th, "Kiss the Sky" was nominated in the category Best Original Song at the 2024 Golden Globes Awards, marking Morris's first-ever nomination.[16] The song was shortlisted for Best Original Song at the 97th Academy Awards.[17]

Accolades

List of awards and nominations received by "Kiss the Sky"
Year Award Category Result Ref.
2024
 Astra Film Awards Best Original Song Nominated [18]
Hollywood Music in Media Awards Best Original Song – Animated Film Won [19]
Iowa Film Critics Association Awards Best Original Song Won [20]
New Mexico Film Critics Awards Won [21]
Las Vegas Film Critics Society Awards Best Song Nominated [22]
2025
 Critics' Choice Movie Awards Best Song Pending [23]
Golden Globe Awards Best Original Song Nominated [24]
Music City Film Critics Association Awards Best Original Song Won [25]
North Carolina Film Critics Association Awards Best Original Song Nominated [26]
Satellite Awards Best Original Song Pending [27]
Academy Awards Best Original Song Shortlisted [28]

Release history

Release dates and formats for "Kiss the Sky"
Region Date Format Label Ref.
Various August 28, 2024
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September 27, 2024
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References

  1. ^ Features, C. E. (2024-08-09). "The new Wild Robot teaser features Maren Morris' song Kiss the Sky". Cinema Express. Retrieved 2024-11-27.
  2. ^ Morris, Maren (August 28, 2024). ""Kiss the Sky" (from "The Wild Robot") - Single by Maren Morris". Spotify. Retrieved 2024-11-27.
  3. ^ "Maren Morris Shares New Song "Kiss The Sky," From 'The Wild Robot' Soundtrack: Listen". Stereogum. 2024-08-28. Retrieved 2024-11-27.
  4. ^ "Maren Morris Unveils New Songs for DreamWorks' 'The Wild Robot' – A Melodic Tribute to a Beloved Tale". Welcome to Hollywood First Look. Retrieved 2024-12-12.
  5. ^ a b "Maren Morris Shares New Song "Kiss The Sky," From 'The Wild Robot' Soundtrack: Listen". Stereogum. 2024-08-28. Retrieved 2024-12-10.
  6. ^ Newman, Melinda (2024-08-28). "Watch Maren Morris Sing 'Kiss the Sky' From 'The Wild Robot'". Billboard. Retrieved 2024-12-12.
  7. ^ a b Fleming, Ryan (2024-12-10). "'The Wild Robot' Composer Kris Bowers & Songwriter Maren Morris On Recreating The "Diegetic Sounds In Nature" & The "Bitter-Sweetness" Of Writing "Kiss The Sky"". Deadline. Retrieved 2024-12-12.
  8. ^ https://www.billboard.com/music/pop/maren-morris-skiss-the-sky-dreamworks-the-wild-robot-premiere-1235762513/
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  10. ^ Maren Morris - Topic (2024-08-28). Kiss the Sky (from The Wild Robot). Retrieved 2024-12-12 – via YouTube.
  11. ^ "Four Favorites with The Wild Robot's Kit Connor, Maren Morris and Chris Sanders". letterboxd.com. 2024-10-02. Retrieved 2024-12-12.
  12. ^ Teti, Julia (2024-09-09). "Lupita Nyong'o Goes Sheer in Del Core, Stephanie Hsu Goes Strapless in Rokh and More Style at 'The Wild Robot' Premiere at 2024 TIFF Red Carpet". WWD. Retrieved 2024-12-12.
  13. ^ "Photo: Maren Morris promotes 'The Wild Robot' at Toronto Film Festival - TOR2024090827 - UPI.com". UPI. Retrieved 2024-12-12.
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  15. ^ ABC News, Peter Travers. "'The Wild Robot' review: You'll be hooked from 1st scene to last". ABC News. Retrieved 2024-12-10.
  16. ^ "From Miley Cyrus to Maren Morris to Selena Gomez: Listen to the Golden Globe nominees for Best Original Song". Yahoo Entertainment. 2024-12-10. Retrieved 2024-12-10.
  17. ^ Hammond, Pete (2024-12-17). "Oscar Shortlists In 10 Categories Announced: 'Emilia Pérez' & 'Wicked' Lead The Field". Deadline. Retrieved 2024-12-18.
  18. ^ Moye, Clarence (2024-11-25). "'Wicked' Dominates Astra Film & Creative Arts Awards with a Record-Breaking 19 Noms". The Contending. Retrieved 2024-11-27.
  19. ^ Grein, Paul (2024-11-21). "'Emilia Pérez' and Hans Zimmer Are Top Winners at 2024 Hollywood Music in Media Awards". Billboard. Retrieved 2024-11-27.
  20. ^ Neglia, Matt (2024-12-16). "The 2024 Iowa Film Critics Association (IFCA) Winners". Next Best Picture. Retrieved 2024-12-18.
  21. ^ Oscar, A. Por el (2024-12-16). "2024 New Mexico Film Critics Association Awards - A por el Oscar" (in Spanish). Retrieved 2024-12-18.
  22. ^ Neglia, Matt (2024-12-13). "The 2024 Las Vegas Film Critics Society (LVFCS) Winners". Next Best Picture. Retrieved 2024-12-16.
  23. ^ Evans, Greg (2024-12-12). "'Conclave' And 'Wicked' Lead Critics Choice Awards Film Nominations – Full List". Deadline. Retrieved 2024-12-13.
  24. ^ Gomez, Dessi (2024-12-09). "Golden Globes Music Nominees: Gomez vs. Grande in Supporting Actress Pool and Multiple Noms for 'Challengers', 'Emilia Pérez' and 'The Wild Robot'". Deadline. Retrieved 2024-12-10.
  25. ^ Neglia, Matt (2025-01-03). "The 2024 Music City Film Critics Association (MCFCA) Nominations". Next Best Picture. Retrieved 2025-01-08.
  26. ^ Neglia, Matt (2025-01-03). "The 2024 North Carolina Film Critics Association (NCFCA) Winners". Next Best Picture. Retrieved 2025-01-08.
  27. ^ "AwardsWatch - 2024 International Press Academy Satellite Awards Nominations: 'The Brutalist,' 'Shōgun' Lead". AwardsWatch. 2024-12-16. Retrieved 2024-12-18.
  28. ^ Hammond, Pete (2024-12-17). "Oscar Shortlists In 10 Categories Announced: 'Emilia Pérez' & 'Wicked' Lead The Field". Deadline. Retrieved 2024-12-18.
  29. ^ Kiss the Sky (from The Wild Robot) - Single by Maren Morris on Apple Music, 2024-08-28, retrieved 2024-11-27
  30. ^ The Wild Robot (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) by Kris Bowers on Apple Music, 2024-09-27, retrieved 2024-11-27