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Toy Story (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) album cover
Toy Story (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack)
1995 2:04
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Randy Newman 1995

You've Got a Friend In Me

You've Got a Friend in Me is Randy Newman's iconic theme for the 1995 Toy Story film. This warmly melodic tune became a defining piece of the Toy Story franchise, appearing throughout all sequels. Electric guitarists can learn a straightforward, feel-good arrangement that emphasizes clean tone and fingerpicking patterns over complex technique.

  • Nominated for both the Academy Award and Golden Globe for Best Original Song in 1995.
  • Served as the primary musical leitmotif across the entire Toy Story franchise spanning four films.
  • Randy Newman's composition balances simplicity with emotional resonance, making it accessible for intermediate players.

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