H.E.R. Speaks on the 'Responsibility to Tell the Truth' While Accepting Oscar for Best Original Song

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H.E.R. hopes creators continue to use their platforms responsibly. The 23-year-old performer took home the award for Best Original Song at the2021 Oscars on Sunday, and spoke about the importance of using art to «tell the truth.» «Oh my god.

I did not expect to win this award. I am so, so, so, so grateful. Not only to win, but to be a part of such an important, important story.

So, thank you so much,» said H.E.R., who won for «Fight for You» from «Thank you to the Academy — I've always wanted to say that — and of course my collaborators, the song wouldn't be what it was without them,» she noted. «I have to thank God for giving us these gifts.