Look: We get why people would like to see Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande perform “Defying Gravity” at the Oscars: 22 years after its debut, Stephen Schwartz’s anthem remains a genuine showstopper, the one bit of Jon M.

“Poor Cynthia Erivo ” might seem like an odd thing to think about a Grammy-winning, Oscar-nominated superstar whose film Wicked is edging its way toward billion-dollar box office returns. But if I had to suffer through civilians singing my own meme-making vocal runs back at me in public, I might be willing to trade it all back.

'Wicked' star Cynthia Erivo was seen defying gravity in Massachusetts this week, stopping to eat at a Boston-area pizza shop on Wednesday.

Visual effects supervisor Pablo Helman is proud of his team's dazzling work but is quick to note that storytelling was at the heart of everything in the film, creating dynamic scenes that connect to the rising emotional journey.

Taking a brief break from the enchanted land of Oz, Erivo visited “ Jimmy Kimmel Live ” on Tuesday. During the segment, Kimmel asked about the actor’s legendary “ war cry ” riff from the film’s hit song, “Defying Gravity.” Kimmel was curious if fans imitate the “war cry” at her.

I’m still trying to figure out how to [react]," the Oscar nominee said during an appearance on 'Jimmy Kimmel Live!'

Sunday night brought all the stars of music together in Los Angeles as the 67th Grammy Awards celebrated best from last year. Mega pop star Taylor Swift was in attendance — and nominated for six awards — and sat next to Wicked star Cynthia Erivo during the ceremony.