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There are songwriters who write great songs. And then there’s Lin-Manuel Miranda. Watch his full acceptance speech from the Disney Legends Award Ceremony at #D23 and stream the full ceremony tonight at 6 p.m. PT, only on Disney+
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Lin-Manuel Miranda gives an acceptance speech at an awards ceremony, parodying 'Part of Your World' from The Little Mermaid to express his gratitude and journey.
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Why it worked
The video works because it leverages a beloved, recognizable song ('Part of Your World') and adapts it with clever, self-referential lyrics that resonate with the audience. Lin-Manuel Miranda's charismatic performance, combined with the humor and heartfelt gratitude, creates an engaging and shareable moment. The audience's reactions, especially the laughter and applause, further enhance the video's appeal by showing genuine enjoyment.
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