Taylor Swift’s New Country Song for Toy Story 5
Taylor Swift has once again captured the hearts of her fans with the announcement of a new country song for the upcoming animated movie Toy Story 5. The news came as a delightful surprise to many, especially after she took to Instagram to share the exciting update. Her latest track, titled “I Knew It, I Knew You,” will be released on Friday, 5 June, and is set to be a highlight of the film.
Fans have been buzzing with excitement over the news, taking to social media to express their enthusiasm. One fan wrote, “She is going for the EGOT before she’s 40.” An EGOT refers to someone who has won all four major entertainment awards: an Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, and Tony. While this is a significant achievement, it’s clear that Taylor is well on her way, having already earned 14 Grammy Awards and one Emmy Award for Outstanding Creative Achievement in Interactive Media for her AMEX Unstaged: Taylor Swift Experience.
Fan Reactions and Excitement
The reaction from fans has been overwhelmingly positive. Many took to Twitter to share their thoughts, with one user stating, “the lil tin man in my head: she’s doing this for an oscar so she can get an egot and i respect and support her for that. we are now one step closer to getting a taylor swift musical on broadway.” Another fan expressed, “The ultimate Taylor Swift song is coming. Toy Story 5 really got the biggest win!”
Some fans were taken aback by the news, with one writing, “Taylor Swift writing an original song for Toy Story 5 wasn’t on my 2026 bingo card. But somehow it feels exactly right.” Others were emotional, saying, “I’m already crying over this Toy Story Taylor swift song and it’s not even out yet prepare to be sick of me.”
A Nostalgic Connection
In her post, Taylor shared her deep connection to the Toy Story franchise, stating, “It’s a Toy Story. You knew it! My new original song “I Knew It, I Knew You” for Disney and @pixar’s @toystory 5 will be yours on June 5th,” wrote the songbird in her caption. She added, “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.”
Taylor also mentioned that she fell instantly in love with Toy Story 5 when she saw it in its early stages. “I wrote this song as soon as I got home from the screening. Sometimes you just know, right?” she said.
Pre-Order and Release Details
Fans can pre-order the song exclusively on her website, and Toy Story 5 will be in theaters on June 19. The release includes three versions of the new original song called “I Knew It, I Knew You”: the single as it appears in the film, an acoustic version, and a special piano version, all with unique vocals and production. The track was written and produced by Taylor alongside Jack Antonoff.
A Thoughtful Countdown
Before the official announcement, there was a Toy Story 5-themed countdown on Swift’s official website, as well as on billboards in New York and Los Angeles. A previous iteration of the clock appeared last month but was soon taken down, suggesting that it may have been set live too early. When the clock hit zero on Monday, the shop page updated with her latest offerings.
Fans have shown their gratitude by expressing their excitement, with one saying, “OMG thank you so much Taylor, you made my summer” while another added, “Genius, what’s not to love? Taylor Swift, love. Toy Story, love.”
This collaboration between Taylor Swift and Pixar marks a significant moment for both the artist and the franchise, showcasing the enduring appeal of the Toy Story series and the creative talents of one of the world’s most beloved musicians.
