Taylor Swift is set to make her mark on the beloved Toy Story franchise. The pop star announced her participation in the soundtrack for Toy Story 5 with an original song titled “I Knew It, I Knew You.” This track will officially be released on June 5, coinciding with significant excitement among fans and moviegoers alike.
Taylor Swift’s Exciting Announcement
The news broke on a Monday via Swift’s Instagram, where she expressed her enthusiasm. “It’s a *Toy* Story 🤠 You knew it!” she exclaimed, highlighting her long-held passion for these characters since childhood.
Swirling Speculation and Easter Eggs
In a playful twist, the announcement included a countdown on Swift’s website. Fans noticed a graphic featuring Toy Story’s Jessie and a billboard displaying Swift’s initials in the film’s iconic font.
- Pixar’s Instagram added to the buzz with a video featuring Jessie’s dance on a billboard.
- The caption referenced Swift’s 2014 hit, “Shake It Off,” fueling speculation among fans.
- The billboard appeared in multiple cities, including Toronto’s Union Station.
- Fans also spotted 13 clouds on the billboard, tying back to Swift’s favorite number.
Additionally, Swift’s fifth album, “1989 (Taylor’s Version),” has an updated cover featuring clouds, a potential nod to the Toy Story series. Clouds also popped up in TikTok searches related to Swift.
Swift’s Previous Animation Ventures
This collaboration is not Swift’s first venture into animation. In 2012, she voiced the character Audrey in “The Lorax.” She also made a cameo as herself in an episode of Disney’s animated short series “Take Two with Phineas and Ferb.”
About Toy Story 5
Alongside Taylor Swift, “Toy Story 5” will feature returning voices of Tom Hanks as Woody and Tim Allen as Buzz Lightyear. The film is set to premiere in theaters on June 19 and will introduce new challenges for the beloved characters, notably with advancements in technology. The excitement surrounding Swift’s musical contribution adds another layer of anticipation as the release date draws near.
