Music lovers and fans of the magical world of OZ, rejoice! In conjunction with the much-anticipated release of Wicked, Universal Pictures’ cinematic adaption of the beloved Broadway musical, the Wicked: The Soundtrack has officially dropped. Released by Universal Studios, Republic Records, and Verve Records, the soundtrack is now available in theaters and across digital and physical formats.

The soundtrack features the extraordinary talents of Emmy, Grammy, and Tony winner Cynthia Erivo as Elphaba, the misunderstood green-skinned heroine, and Grammy-winning global superstar Ariana Grande as Glinda, the golden-voiced queen of popularity. Together, they bring a fresh energy to Stephen Schwartz‘s iconic music and lyrics, including classics like “Defying Gravity,” “Popular,” and “The Wizard And I.”

Composer Stephen Schwartz expressed his excitement about the soundtrack: “These world-class singers and this wonderful full orchestra have given me and my music team the chance to make a recording that I think will excite both fans of the Broadway cast recording and audiences hearing these Wicked songs for the first time.”

Other standout performances include:

• Michelle Yeoh as the regal Madame Morrible
• Jonathan Bailey as the dashing Fiyero
• Jeff Goldblum as the enigmatic Wizard of Oz

The result is a soundtrack that promises to dazzle fans both old and new.

The soundtrack is available in a variety of formats, including digital, CD, and vinyl. For collectors, exclusive editions abound:

• Target offers split pink-and-green vinyl and a CD with a fold-out poster.
• Barnes & Noble has an exclusive CD featuring alternate cover art.
• A digital-only bonus track, “Ozdust Duet,“ provides fans with even more magic to enjoy.

The soundtrack features 11 beloved original musical, with new arrangements that elevate the listening experience.

• No One Mourns the Wicked
• Dear Old Shiz
• The Wizard And I
• What Is This Feeling?
• Something Bad
• Dancing Through Life
• Popular
• I’m Not That Girl
• One Short Day
• A Sentimental Man
• Defying Gravity

Directed by Jon M. Chu (Crazy Rich Asians, In The Heights), Wicked is a two-part epic that immerses audiences in the Land of Oz. The first chapter arrives this holiday season, with Wicked Part Two scheduled for debut in theaters on November 21, 2025.

The film explores the untold story of the witches of Oz, chronicling the unlikely friendship between Elphaba and Glinda during their days at Shiz University and the dramatic events that set them on divergent paths. The star-studded cast also includes:

• Ethan Slater as Boq
• Marissa Bode as Nessarose
• Bowen Yang and Bronwyn James as conniving companions Pfannee and ShenShen
• Peter Dinklage as the voice of Dr. Dillamond

Don’t miss the event of the year! With Wicked: The Soundtrack, audiences can bring the magic of Oz home while experiencing the groundbreaking performances of Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande, and an all-star cast. Whether you’re reliving your favorite songs or discovering them for the first time, this soundtrack is a must-listen.

Get your exclusive editions, immerse yourself in the spellbinding music, and prepare to defy gravity. Listen to Wicked: The Soundtrack now, and let the magic begin.