Man or Muppet

"Man or Muppet" is an original song from the film The Muppets. The song is sung by Gary and Walter.

Bret McKenzie was honored with an Academy Award nomination for "Best Original Song" on January 24, 2012. Only one other song was honored with a nomination in this category, "Real In Rio" from the film Rio. The Academy Awards will be presented on February 26, 2012.

During the song Walter sees himself in human form, while Gary sees a Muppet version of himself.

Jim James of My Morning Jacket had written a demo of the song, but it was deemed "incredibly mellow" and was rejected by Disney.

Releases

 * The Muppets: Original Soundtrack (2011)

Music Video
To promote the release of the film's soundtrack, Walt Disney Records released a music video of the song intercut with clips and dialogue from the film. 660px

Awards
Aside from the Academy Awards nomination, pending, the song has received other honors.


 * Winner: Georgia Film Critics Association Awards, Sierra Awards
 * Nominee: Broadcast Film Critics Association Award, Satellite Awards

Additionally, the St. Louis Gateway Film Critics Association Awards nominated all the film for Best Music.