Hailee Steinfeld Releases Cover of Magic for Disney Animated Film Hexed

Hailee Steinfeld released a cover of the song Magic by The Cars on October 23, 2026. Billboard and The Main Street Mouse reported that the track appears in the soundtrack for the upcoming Disney animated movie Hexed, in which Steinfeld also stars as the lead voice actor. Just Jared described the song launch as a surprise release. [1][4][6]

Billboard reported that Steinfeld's version retains the 1980s style of the original song by The Cars while adding modern pop vocals. The track features lines such as, "Just a little bit of magic pulls me through," and, "I've got a hold on you." The Big Lead reported that Steinfeld covered the 1980s hit in Buffalo for the film soundtrack. [1][5]

Steinfeld plays the main voice role in Hexed, an upcoming American animated supernatural fantasy film produced by Walt Disney Animation Studios. The story follows a teenager named Billie Doe who discovers magical powers that lead her from suburbia into a world of witches called Hexe. Steinfeld had her acting breakthrough in the 2010 film True Grit, earning nominations for an Academy Award and a BAFTA Award. [1][7][8]

The release of the single precedes the theatrical premiere of Hexed on November 25, 2026, Billboard reported. The track was made available on digital streaming services ahead of the film's nationwide release. [1]