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Watch: John Legend, Common perform ‘Glory’ at Oscars

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John Legend and South Side native Common performed their Oscar-winning song “Glory” from the nominated movie “Selma” at the Academy Awards on Sunday night.

It was a powerful moment that brought tears from the audience and a thundering ovation across social media. Watch as they own the stage:

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