5 Things to Know About the Barbie Soundtrack

All 17 tracks are original songs Every song on the soundtrack was made specifically for the movie, with no licensed throwbacks or pre-existing hits.

It features major pop stars Dua Lipa, Lizzo, Sam Smith, and Karol G all contributed new tracks.

Ryan Gosling also sings Gosling recorded a song for the soundtrack, adding to the star-studded lineup.

Original soundtracks at this scale are rare Most big-budget films rely on existing hits, but Barbie committed to all-new material.

The songs are fresh, not nostalgic The soundtrack avoids retro covers or callbacks, focusing entirely on new pop music.