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Taylor Swift Releases New Song "I Knew It, I Knew You" for "Toy Story 5"

Taylor Swift's new song, "I Knew It, I Knew You," written for "Toy Story 5," is now available on digital platforms. The song hints at a reunion between Jessie and her owner, and marks Swift's return to country music.

Variety Music·Jun 5, 2026·via Variety Music

Taylor Swift Releases New Song "I Knew It, I Knew You" for "Toy Story 5"

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Taylor Swift’s ‘Toy Story 5’ Song ‘I Knew It, I Knew You’ Debuts on Digital Services

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Jessie and her owner are reunited, in the apparent scenario laid out in Taylor Swift ‘s new “ Toy Story 5 ” song, “I Knew It, I Knew You,” which debuted on digital services Thursday night.

Also reunited (and it feels so good): Taylor Swift and country music — as promised by Disney when they first helped Swift announce the new tune Monday.

Swift posted a message on social media as the single was coming out that included vintage home video of herself as a little girl, marching in a red cowgirl hat and and a shirt embroidered with boots. She wrote: