Taylor Swift appears with Randy Newman for a surprise duet at the “Toy Story 5” world premiere in Hollywood. Multiple outlets report that Swift performs “You’ve Got a Friend in Me” alongside Pixar’s composer Randy Newman during the Dolby Theatre event. The performance is presented as a rare live collaboration connected to the franchise’s music.
Sources also agree that Swift uses the premiere to preview her contribution to the film’s soundtrack. Billboard, Consequence of Sound, and other reports say she gives the live debut of her original song “I Knew It, I Knew You,” described as a new track written for “Toy Story 5.” The Independent quotes Swift saying it “means the world to me to be a small part of these films,” reflecting on her involvement.
Inquirer.net adds that Pixar shares glimpses of Swift’s live performances through videos posted on its Instagram account around June 10. Overall, coverage frames the event as a combination of franchise celebration—through Newman’s classic theme—and a new musical moment introduced by Swift for the upcoming installment.
