"Circle of Life" is a song from the 1994 animated Disney movie "The Lion King". The song's lyrics (words) were written by Tim Rice, and the music was written by Elton John. It was sung by Carmen Twillie and Lebo M. The song was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Song in 1994. Two other "Lion King" songs were also nominated: "Can You Feel the Love Tonight" and "Hakuna Matata." "Can You Feel the Love Tonight" won the award.