Taylor Swift is set to release an original song called "I Knew It, I Knew You" for the upcoming film Toy Story 5. The song was co-written and performed by Swift alongside producer Jack Antonoff, marking a blend of styles rooted in Swift’s country music origins inspired by the character Jessie from the film [1].
Toy Story 5 is slated for theatrical release on June 19, 2026, continuing the long-running Pixar franchise known for its frequent Oscar nominations in the Best Original Song category. Swift’s involvement has sparked speculation that her song could be a contender for the award [2, 1].
Disney and Pixar have teased Swift’s participation extensively, with billboards, social media posts, and Easter eggs referencing the singer, increasing anticipation among fans [2]. Despite the buzz, Toy Story 5 director Andrew Stanton noted that during the recent final mixing of the movie, the song playing over the end credits was not Taylor Swift’s track. Stanton called it "a freakin' honor" to have Swift involved but clarified that Swift’s song is not in the current movie’s end credits mix [2].
Swift announced the song's release on social media on June 1, 2026, confirming her creative role in the soundtrack ahead of the film’s premiere [1]. According to a Disney news release, the song highlights Swift’s return to her country roots, reflecting the spirit of Jessie, the cowgirl toy featured in the movie [1].
Toy Story 5 will debut in theaters on June 19, 2026, with fans eagerly awaiting both the film and Swift’s new track tied to the franchise [2, 1].
