Poetic Justice (1993)

Ceremony Year: 1994Category: Best Original SongReleased: 1993

Nominated Talent & Credits

Janet Jackson— Music and Lyric by Janet Jackson, James Harris III and Terry Lewis

Jimmy Jam— Music and Lyric by Janet Jackson, James Harris III and Terry Lewis

Terry Lewis— Music and Lyric by Janet Jackson, James Harris III and Terry Lewis

Synopsis / Overview

Still grieving after the murder of her boyfriend, hairdresser Justice writes poetry to deal with the pain of her loss. Unable to get to Oakland to attend a convention because of her broken-down car, Justice gets a lift with her friend, Iesha, and Iesha's postal worker boyfriend, Chicago. Along for the ride is Chicago's co-worker, Lucky, to whom Justice grows close after some initial problems. But is she ready to open her heart again?

Historical Academy Record

MUSIC (Original Song) — 66th Academy Awards (1994)

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