Who composed the musical score for Pixar’s Toy Story?

Randy Newman composed the musical score for Pixar’s Toy Story.

Newman wrote the film’s original songs and instrumental score, helping establish the musical identity of Pixar’s first feature-length film. His work combines orchestral writing with humorous, emotionally direct melodies that reflect the toys’ adventures and changing relationships.

The soundtrack includes “You’ve Got a Friend in Me,” performed by Newman. The song became strongly associated with Woody and Buzz Lightyear and was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Original Song. Newman’s Toy Story work also began a long creative relationship with Pixar and director John Lasseter.

Randy Newman is sometimes confused with Thomas Newman, another prominent film composer and his cousin. Alan Silvestri composed the score for The Polar Express and several Marvel films, while Michael Giacchino later scored other Pixar productions, including The Incredibles and Up.