Beyoncé Drops New Single ‘Spirit’ For ‘The Lion King’ Soundtrack

Beyoncé, the voice of Nala in Disney’s live-action remake of The Lion King, is producing and curating the album for the film, and just released the new single “Spirit.”

The uplifting track debuted tonight, and is said to be featured during a pivotal scene in the film involving Queen Bey’s character, Nala.

[Listen to the single above]

As for the album, Disney announced today that the full soundtrack titled The Lion King: The Gift, will be released on July 19. It features “global recording artists” and is “steeped in the sounds of Africa,” according to a statement on the studio’s Instagram page.

In addition to Beyoncé, The Lion King stars Donald Glover, Seth Rogen, Keegan-Michael Key, John Oliver, Eric André, Chiwetel Ejiofor, James Earl Jones and Alfre Woodard.

Jon Favreau directs. The film arrives in theaters on July 19.