Shakira “Zoo” — A Complete Breakdown of the New Zootopia 2 Theme Song

“Zoo” is the brand-new theme song of Zootopia 2, performed by global pop icon Shakira. Returning once again as her in-film character Gazelle, she delivers a powerful, rhythm-driven pop track filled with freedom, wild energy, and unrestrained emotion—perfectly echoing the film’s core message of being true to oneself.

🎬 Background: A Return After Nine Years

“Zoo” serves as the official theme song of Zootopia 2.
The single was released on October 10, 2025, followed by the official music video on November 12, 2025.
It is included in the Zootopia 2 Original Motion Picture Soundtrack, composed by Michael Giacchino and released on November 21, 2025.
The song features a star-studded creative team, including Shakira, Ed Sheeran, and Blake Slatkin as co-writers.

“Zoo” reflects the colorful, chaotic, and free-spirited nature of Zootopia, mirroring the film’s themes of breaking boundaries and exploring one’s identity.

🎶 Musical Style: A Powerful Evolution From “Try Everything”

While “Zoo” carries the uplifting spirit of Shakira’s earlier hit “Try Everything,” it evolves into something more explosive—bright, wild, and irresistibly dance-driven.

Key musical elements:

Strong rhythmic energy using electronic drums and modern pop production
Shakira’s signature vocals, bold and charismatic
An explosive chorus featuring the now-iconic line:
“We’re wild and we can’t be tamed.”

This line has quickly become a fan favorite representing the whole emotional arc of the film.

📺 Music Video Highlights: The Dance Floor Becomes a “Zoo”

The official MV showcases vivid stage lighting and urban imagery, emphasizing Zootopia’s diversity and expressive culture:

Gazelle (Shakira) ignites the entire city with her performance
The dance floor transforms into a symbolic “zoo,” where everyone freely expresses themselves
Animal characters dance wildly, turning the city into a giant celebration of individuality

The video shot to the top of YouTube’s trending chart, with fans praising its energy and production quality.

🎵 Themes in the Lyrics: Freedom, Identity, and Untamed Spirit

“Zoo” continues the franchise’s iconic messaging:

Unrestrained freedom
Being authentically yourself
Every individual finding their rhythm in the city

Especially this line:

“And we’re turnin’ the floor into a zoo.”

This imagery captures the heart of Zootopia—where everyone is welcome, celebrated, and free to shine.

🌏 Regional Differences: An Interesting Phenomenon

In some regions, local theatrical releases did not use “Zoo” as the ending theme, instead swapping in local partner tracks such as Mayday’s “Party Animal” in Taiwan. This sparked discussion among fans but also highlighted the popularity and impact of “Zoo” as the film’s global anthem.

⭐ Conclusion

“Zoo” is not just another theme song—it’s a bold, musical declaration:

In this diverse, chaotic, and wonderfully real world, everyone deserves their own stage.

With its rich sound design and cinematic energy, “Zoo” stands proudly beside “Try Everything” as one of the defining musical pieces of the Zootopia universe.

🎹 And if you want to play it yourself, the PopPianoAI piano sheet music linked above provides a complete, performance-ready arrangement perfect for practice or recording a piano cover.

Shakira – “Zoo” Piano Sheet: A Wild and Unstoppable Anthem from Zootopia 2

🎼 PopPianoAI Piano Sheet Music (Zoo – Zootopia 2)