The moment Disney fans have been waiting for is finally here, and it sounds like a literal fairy tale.
Disney has officially pulled back the curtain on Emma Watson’s singing voice, releasing a stunning first listen of the actress performing the classic track “Something There” from the upcoming live-action Beauty and the Beast.
The -second clip, which debuted on the film’s official X (formerly Twitter) account, comes just days after a snippet of the song allegedly leaked via a tie-in Hasbro doll at a toy store. Now, fans are getting the real deal in high-quality audio.
“Here’s your exclusive first listen of @EmmaWatson singing ‘Something There’ from Beauty and the Beast,” the studio shared, adding the iconic hashtag BeOurGuest.
For many who grew up with the animated masterpiece, “Something There” is a pivotal moment in the story. It’s the sequence where Belle realizes there might be more to the Beast than his gruff exterior, marking the official start of their romance.
Watson’s rendition is already sparking major buzz across TikTok and Instagram, with fans praising her sweet, clear vocals that pay a beautiful homage to original Broadway star Paige O’Hara.
While O’Hara’s version is legendary, Watson brings a delicate, modern touch to the Alan Menken-composed melody that feels perfectly suited for this new live-action era.
Director Bill Condon seems to be leaning heavily into the nostalgia factor. Trailers for the film have already teased Belle in her signature red cloak—a direct nod to the scene in the animated film where she and the Beast feed birds in the snow.
Of course, Disney is no stranger to the live-action game lately. Following the massive success of Maleficent with Angelina Jolie, Kenneth Branagh’s Cinderella, and Jon Favreau’s The Jungle Book, the pressure is on to get this “tale as old as time” exactly right.
To keep the magic alive, the studio brought back legendary composer Alan Menken to oversee the score. Not only will the film feature the Academy Award-winning hits we know and love, but Menken is also composing brand-new tracks for the release.
While “Something There” is just a tiny appetizer, the full soundtrack promises to be a feast. Fans are already counting down the days to hear Watson and the rest of the star-studded cast tackle heavy hitters like “Gaston,” “Be Our Guest,” and the titular “Beauty and the Beast.”
If this first clip is any indication, Watson is more than ready to trade her wand for a library card and a microphone.
Beauty and the Beast hits theaters early next year, and if the social media reaction is anything to go by, it’s going to be the cinematic event of the season.
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Unexpected Team-Up: Prince William and Emma Watson Unite for Change
Prince William had plenty to celebrate this weekend, but his latest public appearance quickly turned heads for a very different reason. After marking his 44th birthday and Father's Day with his family, the future king returned to royal duties—and made a surprisingly personal confession about the emotional toll of climate change.
William joined Hollywood stars Emma Watson and Benedict Cumberbatch at a United for Wildlife forum in London, an initiative he launched with the Royal Foundation in 2013. The organization works around the world to combat wildlife trafficking, environmental crime, and the destruction of endangered species.
But it was William's candid admission about his own fears that stole the spotlight.
The Prince of Wales revealed that climate change has caused him "sleepless nights," admitting he has struggled with anxiety about what the future could look like. Yet instead of allowing those fears to overwhelm him, William said seeing real progress through conservation efforts has helped keep his environmental anxiety under control.
He also delivered a powerful message to business leaders, urging them to become the kind of leaders they admired when they were children. With technology and innovation transforming the world at an incredible pace, William challenged CEOs to use their influence to create meaningful change.
The event launched London Climate Action Week, with more royal appearances expected, including the Earthshot Prize assembly.
Emma Watson also delivered a surprising revelation of her own. The Harry Potter star highlighted the fashion industry's enormous environmental impact, pointing out that it produces more emissions than aviation and ranks behind only oil among major polluting industries.
Watson, who is also pursuing a doctorate in philosophy at Oxford, shared a hilarious story about mistakenly believing paparazzi were following her. After spotting photographers with telephoto lenses, she arranged a distraction and escaped through another exit. The twist? They weren't photographing her at all. They were waiting to capture a red kite.
Meanwhile, Benedict Cumberbatch praised William as "a great guy" and urged businesses and individuals to recognize that they can still make a difference, even when global environmental challenges appear overwhelming.
With William, Watson, and Cumberbatch joining forces on the issue, the London forum delivered a clear message: the fight against environmental destruction is becoming impossible for the world's biggest names to ignore.
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