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"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
Label
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 the American singer and songwriter, Maren Morris for the soundtrack of the 2024 animated film The Wild Robot.[1][2] It was released as the lead single of the film score curated by Kris Bowers on August 28, 2024 under Warner Chappell 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 on the film.[4]

Background and composition

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According 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

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

The song was used on the trailers of The Wild Robot, and was officially released as a single in 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 on the movie soundtrack, including her two original songs made for the film, "Kiss the Sky" and "Even When I'm Not".[11][12][13] Those tracks were included on the The Wild Robot soundtrack album curated by Kris Bowers, which was released on September 27.[14][7]

Critical reception

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Peter Travers of ABC News recommended the track to his readers, stating that "Kiss the Sky," it's "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]

Awards and nominations

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List of awards and nominations received by "Kiss the Sky"
Organization Year Category Recipients Result Ref.
Astra Awards
2024
 Best Original Song Maren Morris, Ali Tamposi, Jordan Johnson,
Michael Pollack, Stefan Johnson, and Delacey (songwriters) 		Nominated [17]
Golden Globes Awards Pending [18]
Critics' Choice Awards Best Song Pending [19]
Hollywood Music In Media Awards Best Original Song - Animated Film Won [20]

Release history

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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

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  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/
  9. ^ Kiss the Sky (from The Wild Robot) - Single by Maren Morris on Apple Music, 2024-08-28, retrieved 2024-12-12
  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.
  14. ^ The Wild Robot (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) by Kris Bowers on Apple Music, 2024-09-27, retrieved 2024-12-12
  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. ^ Moye, Clarence (2024-11-25). "'Wicked' Dominates Astra Film & Creative Arts Awards With a Record-Breaking 19 Noms". The Contending. Retrieved 2024-11-27.
  18. ^ 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.
  19. ^ Evans, Greg (2024-12-12). "'Conclave' And 'Wicked' Lead Critics Choice Awards Film Nominations – Full List". Deadline. Retrieved 2024-12-13.
  20. ^ 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.
  21. ^ Kiss the Sky (from The Wild Robot) - Single by Maren Morris on Apple Music, 2024-08-28, retrieved 2024-11-27
  22. ^ The Wild Robot (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) by Kris Bowers on Apple Music, 2024-09-27, retrieved 2024-11-27
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