Taylor Swift Joins the Toy Story Universe with New Song for Toy Story 5!
Taylor Swift's New Musical Adventure
In an exciting development, Taylor Swift has officially entered the Toy Story universe with her latest release, I Knew It, I Knew You. This original track is part of Disney and Pixar's upcoming film, Toy Story 5. Swift celebrated this milestone with a heartfelt message to her fans, reflecting on her long-standing love for the franchise. She described the songwriting process as both a "musical departure" and a return to her roots, expressing gratitude to director Andrew Stanton for envisioning her involvement and honoring the iconic composer Randy Newman. Co-written with Jack Antonoff, the song is now available worldwide ahead of the film's release.
Taylor Swift Discusses Her Creative Journey
Taylor Swift has officially unveiled I Knew It, I Knew You, her original contribution to the eagerly anticipated Toy Story 5. In a touching social media announcement, she shared her experience, describing it as both a creative challenge and a significant personal milestone. Swift noted that writing the song felt like "a musical departure and coming home at the same time." The track was specifically crafted for Jessie, one of the beloved characters from the franchise, making this project particularly meaningful for Swift, who has cherished Toy Story since childhood.
Writing this song felt like a musical departure and coming home at the same time. Creating something for Jessie was a new challenge and also felt like second nature all at once. And being a @toystory kid from the age of 5 til now… is an adventure I plan to be on, to infinity and… pic.twitter.com/gewjzSS0qg
— Taylor Swift (@taylorswift13) June 5, 2026
A Dream Realized: To Infinity and Beyond
In her heartfelt message, Swift reminisced about her childhood memories with Woody, Buzz, Jessie, and the rest of the Toy Story gang, describing the franchise as a cherished part of her life since she was five years old. She expressed her gratitude to Toy Story 5 director Andrew Stanton for envisioning her role in the film long ago and acknowledged the legendary composer Randy Newman, whose music has played a pivotal role in shaping the franchise's musical landscape. The 14-time Grammy winner revealed that she co-wrote I Knew It, I Knew You with her longtime collaborator Jack Antonoff, approaching the song with deep respect for the characters that inspired them during their formative years.
What to Expect from Toy Story 5
Toy Story 5 centers around Jessie, Woody, and Buzz as they face their biggest challenge yet: competing for Bonnie's attention against a high-tech toy named Lilypad. The film promises to blend humor, heart, and relevant themes, exploring friendship, change, and the impact of technology on childhood. Toy Story 5 is set to hit theaters on June 19, 2026.