The new Smurfs film premieres July 18, 2025, with a full animated musical twist and a story that takes the iconic blue heroes out of their village and into the real world to rescue Papa Smurf from the evil wizards Razamel and Gargamel.
Rihanna Shines as Smurfette — On and Off the Mic
Rihanna returns as both voice actor and producer, bringing her signature flair to Smurfette. This marks her first leading family‑film role since Ocean’s Eight and first movie involvement since she dropped “Lift Me Up” in 2022.
Now she’s back in the recording studio for the soundtrack, debuting “Friend of Mine,” her first solo release in three years. Critics are calling it a “total banger” and potential summer anthem. The music video even features Rihanna holding a flower like an umbrella—quintessential Smurfette style.
Global Beats: Tyla, DJ Khaled & Cardi B, Shenseea, James Corden, and More
The Smurfs soundtrack is a vibrant global mashup. It includes:
- Tyla’s new single “Everything Goes With Blue”, a groovy, club‑ready track with Caribbean roots and Bollywood influences.
- DESI TRILL’s “Higher Love”, featuring DJ Khaled, Cardi B, Natania & Subhi—complete with its own music video.
- Shenseea’s “It’s My Party” and James Corden’s tongue‑in‑cheek “Always On The Outside”, adding fun and flair to the tracklist.
The full soundtrack drops June 13 via Roc Nation Distribution, offering 14 tracks spanning diverse genres—from Indian pop to African beats.
An Ensemble Cast Worthy of the Spotlight
The film features a star‑studded lineup behind the voices:
Rihanna (Smurfette), James Corden (No‑Name Smurf), John Goodman (Papa Smurf), Nick Offerman, Daniel Levy, Amy Sedaris, Natasha Lyonne, Sandra Oh, Octavia Spencer, Nick Kroll, Hannah Waddingham, Alex Winter, Billie Lourd, Xolo Maridueña, Marshmello, Jimmy Kimmel, and Kurt Russell.
Director Chris Miller (Shrek the Third, Puss in Boots) led the project, with Pam Brady (South Park) writing the screenplay.
Why This Soundtrack Stands Out
This isn’t your typical cartoon fare—Smurfs blends animation with A‑list global music. From Rihanna’s comeback tunes to Tyla’s energetic Caribbean‑Bollywood fusion, and high‑profile hip‑hop collaborations, the soundtrack aims to unite audiences of all ages and backgrounds.
Final Take
With Rihanna’s return to music and film, plus a dynamic soundtrack boasting Tyla, DJ Khaled, Cardi B, Shenseea, James Corden, and more, Smurfs delivers big on both visual charm and auditory delight. Expect a fun, heartfelt, and culturally rich cinematic experience when it hits theaters this summer.
Let us know which song or performance you’re most excited for in the comments—and be sure to catch Smurfs this July!
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