In Despicable Me 2, which singer performs the hit song “Happy”?

In Despicable Me 2, Pharrell Williams performs the hit song “Happy.”

“Happy” was written and produced by Pharrell Williams for the film’s soundtrack. It plays during the closing credits and became closely associated with the Despicable Me franchise, especially through its upbeat tone and Minions-related imagery.

The song was later included on Williams’s 2014 album Girl. It became an international hit, reaching number one in numerous countries and earning an Academy Award nomination for Best Original Song. The track’s success helped make it one of the most recognizable songs connected with an animated film.

A common mix-up is confusing the performer with the film’s voice cast. Steve Carell voices Gru, while Pharrell contributes music rather than the speaking voice of a principal character. Williams also worked on music for other entries in the franchise, including songs associated with the Minions films.