And the 40-year-old couldn't stand being without his favourite hat for long, donning the oversized head gear that has become his signature since he first wore it at the Grammys.
The singer-songwriter caused a stir on the red carpet earlier by wearing a pair of Lanvin shorts instead of a regular tuxedo.
Bust a move: Oscar-nominated actress Lupita Nyong'o danced along with Pharrell Williams as he performed his hit song
Major fan: Lupita was clearly enjoying the award-winning producer's performance
Shimmy: Lupita laughed along as Pharrell danced with legendary actress Meryl Streep
Getting involved: Meryl Street also danced along with Pharrell from her seat in the Dolby Theatre
After shocking fashion watchers with his choice of shorts, he changed into a zip-up black sweatshirt, jeans and bright red sneakers.
Pharrell made his way down to the audience, first dancing with Lupita Nyong’o who won the Best supporting Actress Oscar for her role in 12 Years A Slave.
He then moved on to dance with Meryl Streep, who shimmied along with the award-winning producer.
She's got the moves: Meryl boogied with Pharrell as he got the ceremony off to a fun-filled start
Work it: Lupita looked thrilled as she watched Pharrell move on to Meryl in the front row
Preppy: Pharrell's performance was backed up by a number of dancers dressed in colourful outfits
The hat is back: Pharrell wore his signature oversized hat as he moved through the crowd, stopping to dance with Amy Adams
Getting involved: Meryl Street also danced along with Pharrell from her seat in the Dolby Theatre
Finally he approached Amy Adams who got up out of her seat to dance with Pharrell.The upbeat opening number was styled by legendary choreographer Fatima Robinson.
It featured a large group of back up dancers dressed in preppy clothing.
Good fun: Children and adults made up the crew performing
Red alert: Pharrell changed out of his controversial shorts into jeans which he paired with bright red sneakers
A video of the minions from Despicable Me 2 played on the screen in the background.
The cheery performance received a standing ovation.
He's Happy: The award-winning producer sung his feel-good song during the Oscars opening performance
Child's play: The opening number was choreographed by the legendary Fatima Robinson
Pharrell's feel-good song Happy from the Despicable Me 2 soundtrack is nominated for an Academy Award for best original song.Williams made a major fashion statement at the Grammys earlier this year when he hit the red carpet wearing the oversized Mountain Hat by British fashion designer Vivienne Westwood.
Fashion statement: Pharrell arrived at the Oscars with his wife Helen Lasichanh wearing a pair of Lanvin shorts
Couple dressing: Pharrell and Helen's outfits
complimented each other with the singer-songwriter's wife opting for a
chic white blazer and black pants combo
The producer’s bold fashion move proved to be good luck with Williams taking home multiple Grammys including producer of the year, record of the year and pop/duo performance for his song Get Lucky with Daft Punk and Nile Rodgers.
We’re all waiting to see if he’ll get lucky again today.
Well-rounded: The award-winner can sing, dance, write and produce amazing songs
Just dance: Pharrell posed with award-winning
choreographer Fatima Robinson, who came up with the moves for his
opening performance
Oscars prep: Pharrell shared this picture of himself getting ready for the Academy Awards with his barber
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