Soundtrack Music From And Inspired By Smurfs
- Childrens |
- Pop |
- R&B |
- Soundtrack |
- Various Artists
Release Date: September 5, 2025
Label: Roc Nation
The star-packed Music From And Inspired By Smurfs soundtrack unites Rihanna, Cardi B, DJ Khaled, Tyla, Shenseea, and rising voices like Natania for a playful yet chart-ready mix of pop, R&B, and global grooves.
Music From And Inspired By Smurfs takes a colorful film and gives it an equally bold soundtrack, blending global pop power with fresh talent. The 14-song album leans on major names like Rihanna, Cardi B, DJ Khaled, Tyla, Shenseea, and James Fauntleroy while spotlighting rising voices such as Natania and the Indian Connect.
Rihanna, who also voices Smurfette in the film, anchors the project with “Friend of Mine,” a synth-heavy dance track that quickly lit up streaming platforms and stirred fan debate for its club-driven production. She co-wrote and produced much of the album, helping shape it into a mix of radio-ready singles and playful collaborations aimed at both kids and older fans. DJ Khaled and Cardi B bring swagger to “Higher Love,” Tyla contributes the sleek “Everything Goes With Blue,” and James Corden closes the record with the theatrical “Always On the Outside.”
The album’s heartbeat comes from Natania, who appears on nearly half the tracks. Her contributions, including “Celebrate” and “It Takes a Village,” add a unifying thread of joy and optimism. Alongside Indian pop artist Subhi and the Indian Connect, she also pushes the soundtrack into unexpected territory with songs like “Balle Balooza,” which fuses Bollywood flair with contemporary beats.
At just under 40 minutes, Music From And Inspired By Smurfs feels tightly constructed, trading filler for songs that balance chart ambition with story-driven charm. More than a companion piece, the album reflects a wider revival of film soundtracks as cultural events, with streaming and vinyl collectors fueling their return to prominence. For Smurfs, that revival arrives dressed in high-energy pop, global rhythms, and the unmistakable star power of Rihanna.