The speculation surrounding Taylor Swift and Toy Story 5 has now turned into confirmation, as the pop star officially joins Pixar’s upcoming chapter with an original song titled “I Knew It, I Knew You”. The track, co-written and produced with Jack Antonoff, is set to be released ahead of the film’s theatrical debut and will appear on the movie’s official soundtrack.
Taylor Swift’s Official Entry Into the ‘Toy Story 5’ Universe
The involvement of Taylor Swift in Toy Story 5 has been officially confirmed by Disney and Pixar, marking a major crossover moment between contemporary pop music and one of animation’s most iconic franchises.
Swift will contribute an original track titled “I Knew It, I Knew You”, written and produced alongside longtime collaborator Jack Antonoff. The song is inspired by Jessie’s storyline and reflects a narrative-driven approach that aligns with Pixar’s emotional storytelling tradition.
According to official statements from Disney and multiple announcements from Swift’s channels, the single will be released on June 5, 2026, ahead of the film’s theatrical debut on June 19, 2026.
“You knew it! My new original song “I Knew It, I Knew You” for Disney and
Pixar’s Toy Story 5 will be yours on June 5th. I’ve always dreamed of getting to write for these characters who I’ve adored since I was a 5 year old kid watching the first Toy Story movie. I fell instantly in love with Toy Story 5 when I was lucky enough to see it in its early stages, and I wrote this song as soon as I got home from the screening. Sometimes you just know, right?”, she posted.
The track will also appear on the Toy Story 5 soundtrack, alongside multiple versions including acoustic and piano arrangements available through exclusive releases. The rollout follows a series of coordinated teasers—ranging from themed countdowns to global “TS” billboard campaigns—that fueled speculation before confirmation.
Directed by Andrew Stanton and continuing Pixar’s “toy meets tech” narrative direction, Toy Story 5 positions its returning characters against a modern digital landscape.
Within that framework, Swift’s contribution is framed as a character-driven musical piece tied closely to Jessie, reinforcing the franchise’s long-standing use of original songs as emotional anchors rather than simple promotional additions.