Pixar’s latest animated epic, Hoppers, is a wonderful relief after decades of lackluster movies from the studio. However, none of it will matter if you can’t take the enduring, memorable characters and moments with you. Luckily, they also released the Hoppers soundtrack.
Walt Disney Records released Pixar’s Hoppers soundtrack on March 6, 2026. The 26-track album features the original score by Composer Mark Mothersbaugh, as well as the song “Save the Day” from SZA. The latter was also released as a single, a few weeks earlier, on February 20.
Keep reading to learn more about the soundtrack album and where you can find it.
Pixar released the Hoppers Soundtrack and “Save the Day” single.
19-year-old Medel loves animals and is passionate about protecting them. However, that passion leads her to face her mayor, who wants to transform nature into a highway. Now, she must become an animal to save the day. Luckily, her zoology professor has something that might help.
Such an epic premise requires an equally impressive soundtrack to bring it to life. Fortunately, Pixar knows the right people. As such, they hired Mark Mothersbaugh to create the film’s music, making it as vibrant and memorable as the characters.
Mothersbaugh did such a fantastic job that it left Director Daniel Chong crying on set. He didn’t do it alone either. The man brought in R&B sensation SZA to pen and perform Hoppers’ main theme song, “Save the Day”. SZA then brought in composers Ben Lovett and Rob Bisel for the finer details.
According to Chong:
“[The] music saved me during the making of this movie. It was a lifeline during the stress of the filmmaking process, a voice that comforted and inspired me through it all… When we first heard the song, some of us cried; SZA perfectly captured the heart of our main character, Mabel. ‘Save The Day’ is not just an emotional journey through Mabel’s convictions, but an anthem for a whole generation ….”
He also thanked Mothersbaugh for being the creative force behind the whole thing, ensuring the movie always had genuine heart and charm. Mothersbaugh returned the favor by noting how the film’s environmental message deeply resonated with him.
Now, we can enjoy the music along with them. That’s because Walt Disney released the Hoppers soundtrack alongside the film.
Hoppers Soundtrack Album Details and Track List
Walt Disney Records released the Hoppers Soundtrack digitally on March 6, 2026, the same day Pixar released the film. The 22-track album features Mothersbaugh’s entire original musical score for the film, as well as the song “Save the Day” by SZA.
Here’s the track list:
- Save the Day – SZA (2:52)
- The First Hop (1:03)
- Mabel on a Mission (1:23)
- Grandma Tanaka (2:13)
- Beaver Rescue (2:30)
- Sorry, Doc, I’ll Bring It Right Back (0:54)
- Lab Chaos (1:21)
- Almost Owl Lunch (0:39)
- Going to See the King (1:50)
- The Tree Is Loud (2:48)
- Like We Never Left (0:48)
- Kings Arrive (3:00)
- Escape the Lodge (2:12)
- Titus the Insect King (0:56)
- Jerry vs. Shark (3:13)
- Not Just Any Human (1:36)
- We Have to Work Together (1:08)
- Jerry Takes the Stage (0:42)
- Plan B (0:51)
- Robot-Monster (1:41)
- Destroying the Dam (3:13)
- Aftermath (1:55)
- Epilogue (2:16)
- Mabel’s Suite (2:52)
- Work That Shell (2:04)
- Into the Woods (1:27)
They already released “Save the Day” as a single two weeks earlier on February 20. The song and the album should be freely available wherever you find music. However, Disney also graced us with a limited edition “Save the Day” vinyl record.
About Pixar’s Hoppers
Loved by critics and viewers alike, Pixar’s Hoppers is a 3D-animated family comedy that serves as Pixar’s answer to James Cameron’s Avatar franchise. Written by Jesse Andrews and Chong, the movie follows Mabel as she uses experimental tech to become an android beaver to save a wildlife refuge.
It stars:
- Piper Curda
- Bobby Moynihan
- Jon Hamm
- Meryl Streep
- Dave Franco
- Eduardo Franco
- Kathy Najimy
- Melissa Villaseñor
- Vanessa Bayer
- Ego Nwodim
- Sam Richardson
- Nichole Sakura
- Aparna Nancherla
- Isiah Whitlock Jr.
- Karen Huie
- Steve Purcell
- Tom Law
Walt Disney released the movie in theaters on March 6, 2026, and it became an overnight hit. For instance, it already has a 94 percent rating on Rotten Tomatoes from both critics and viewers.
Where Can You Find the Hoppers Soundtrack
Walt Disney released the Hoppers soundtrack digitally on all music services on March 6, 2026. They also released “Save the Day” digitally as a single on those services. However, you must wait until March 18, 2026, for the beaver-Mabel-shaped vinyl of “Save the Day” while supplies last.
Here are some notable places to stream or download the soundtrack:
- Apple Music (album)
- SoundCloud (album)
- Amazon Music (album)
- Amazon Music (“Save the Day” vinyl)
- Spotify (album)
- YouTube Music (album)
- Disney Music Emporium (“Save the Day” vinyl)
- Indy CD and Vinyl (“Save the Day” vinyl)
- Target (“Save the Day” vinyl)
- Walmart (“Save the Day” vinyl)
Final Thoughts
The Hoppers soundtrack is a testament to the power of music in animation, marketing Pixar’s return to cinematic greatness. However, it doesn’t make me want to see the film in theaters. It does look interesting, but I’m content waiting for the Disney+ release.
What are your thoughts? Put them in the comments below. I would like to hear them.
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