The Weinstein Company/Dimension announced that Pharrell Williams and Gwen Stefani have co-written and recorded the original song Shine for the upcoming family adventure Paddington. The song is only featured in the U.S. version of the film, which opens nationwide on January 16, 2015 and will receive an awards-qualifying release later this year. Decca Records will release a soundtrack album featuring Nick Urata’s original score, as well as the songs from the film overseas. Check out our previous article for the full album details. Paddington based on the best-selling book series by Michael Bond is directed by Paul King and stars Ben Whishaw as the voice of Paddington, as well as Hugh Bonneville, Sally Hawkins, Julie Walters, Nicole Kidman and Jim Broadbent. Williams’ previous work for film include songs and score for the Despicable Me films, as well as music for The Amazing Spider-Man 2. He received an Academy Award nomination last year for the song Happy from Despicable Me 2. For updates on Paddington, visit the official movie website.
‘Paddington’ to Feature Original Song by Pharell Williams & Gwen Stefani
Posted: November 25, 2014 by filmmusicreporter in Film Music NewsTags: Gwen Stefani, Paddington, Pharrell Williams
Well, it wouldn’t be the first time something like this has happened.