Cynthia Erivo says she co-wrote an original song for ‘Wicked: For Good’

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Wicked: For Good.The second Wicked film will arrive in cinemas on November 2025 and the actress has revealed that there is a brand new song on the soundtrack for her character Elphaba.

She helped bring it to life alongside the musical’s original composer Stephen Schwartz.“I collaborated on one of the new songs, and it’s so special to me,” she told Variety. “When we filmed it, the entire crew was in tears.

I hope audiences are ready — it’s a song that speaks to the heart of who Elphaba is.”She also confirmed that she will be releasing her debut album next year, not long before the second film comes out.“The album is eclectic, blending soul, country, and pop,” she said. “My voice is the backbone — I’ve even used it as an instrument for layering sounds.“I’ve worked so hard on this album.

It’s an extension of me and a reflection of all the influences that have shaped my life.”Erivo also teased the second film taking a darker turn. “We’re diving deeper into the consequences of the characters’ choices.