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Backstreet Boys Release Bottle Up for Paw Patrol: The Dino Movie Soundtrack
When the Backstreet Boys turned up the volume on family‑friendly pop, they dropped Bottle Up—a new single co‑written by Ed Sheeran and Savan Kotecha—on 12 June 2026. The track is slated for the soundtrack of the animated feature Paw Patrol: The Dino Movie, set to hit cinemas on 14 August 2026.
The song was crafted with the film’s young audience in mind. According to the band’s management, the demo reached the group shortly after Sheeran and Kotecha finished the composition. Howie Dorough said the band “immediately” wanted to record the track, and the recording was completed in time for the single’s release ahead of the movie.
Musically, Bottle Up retains the Backstreet Boys’ signature vocal harmonies. The lyrics revolve around preserving a fleeting moment, with the chorus repeating “Take this moment and bottle up this feeling.” The accompanying video places the five members—Nick Carter, Howie Dorough, AJ McLean, Brian Littrell and Kevin Richardson—inside the animated world of Paw Patrol. Characters such as Chase, Skye, Marshall, Rubble, Rocky and Rex appear, and the clip shows the pups on a dinosaur‑filled island that ties into the film’s plot.
Paw Patrol: The Dino Movie is the third feature film based on the Canadian television series. Directed by Cal Brunker and co‑written by Bob Barlen, the movie’s voice cast includes Snoop Dogg, Paris Hilton, Jennifer Hudson and McKenna Grace. Paramount Pictures will distribute the film worldwide.
For the Backstreet Boys, the release comes amid a period of renewed visibility. The group has been touring in a Las Vegas residency at the Sphere, the technologically advanced venue that opened in 2025. The residency, titled Into the Millennium, is the first pop act to headline the venue. The band’s most recent studio album, DNA, debuted at No. 1 in 2019 and earned a Grammy nomination for the single “Don’t Go Breaking My Heart.” In 2025 they released Millennium 2.0, a remastered edition of their 1999 album.
The collaboration with Paw Patrol illustrates a broader industry trend in which heritage acts partner with family‑entertainment franchises. Such projects provide exposure to younger listeners while re‑engaging parents who grew up with the artists’ music. The Backstreet Boys’ involvement is one of the group’s highest‑profile soundtrack contributions in recent years.
The single is available for streaming on major platforms and can be pre‑saved ahead of the film’s release. The band’s official website lists upcoming residency dates in July 2026, with shows on 16, 17, 18, 23, 24 and 25 July at the Sphere.
The partnership between the Backstreet Boys, Ed Sheeran, Savan Kotecha and Paramount illustrates the continued relevance of legacy pop groups in contemporary media. It also demonstrates how established artists can remain active in the music market while engaging new audiences through cross‑media collaborations.
The current situation is that “Bottle Up” has been released and the film is scheduled for an August 14 opening. The Backstreet Boys will continue their residency in Las Vegas, and the song will be part of the film’s official soundtrack.
The song was crafted with the film’s young audience in mind. According to the band’s management, the demo reached the group shortly after Sheeran and Kotecha finished the composition. Howie Dorough said the band “immediately” wanted to record the track, and the recording was completed in time for the single’s release ahead of the movie.
Musically, Bottle Up retains the Backstreet Boys’ signature vocal harmonies. The lyrics revolve around preserving a fleeting moment, with the chorus repeating “Take this moment and bottle up this feeling.” The accompanying video places the five members—Nick Carter, Howie Dorough, AJ McLean, Brian Littrell and Kevin Richardson—inside the animated world of Paw Patrol. Characters such as Chase, Skye, Marshall, Rubble, Rocky and Rex appear, and the clip shows the pups on a dinosaur‑filled island that ties into the film’s plot.
Paw Patrol: The Dino Movie is the third feature film based on the Canadian television series. Directed by Cal Brunker and co‑written by Bob Barlen, the movie’s voice cast includes Snoop Dogg, Paris Hilton, Jennifer Hudson and McKenna Grace. Paramount Pictures will distribute the film worldwide.
For the Backstreet Boys, the release comes amid a period of renewed visibility. The group has been touring in a Las Vegas residency at the Sphere, the technologically advanced venue that opened in 2025. The residency, titled Into the Millennium, is the first pop act to headline the venue. The band’s most recent studio album, DNA, debuted at No. 1 in 2019 and earned a Grammy nomination for the single “Don’t Go Breaking My Heart.” In 2025 they released Millennium 2.0, a remastered edition of their 1999 album.
The collaboration with Paw Patrol illustrates a broader industry trend in which heritage acts partner with family‑entertainment franchises. Such projects provide exposure to younger listeners while re‑engaging parents who grew up with the artists’ music. The Backstreet Boys’ involvement is one of the group’s highest‑profile soundtrack contributions in recent years.
The single is available for streaming on major platforms and can be pre‑saved ahead of the film’s release. The band’s official website lists upcoming residency dates in July 2026, with shows on 16, 17, 18, 23, 24 and 25 July at the Sphere.
The partnership between the Backstreet Boys, Ed Sheeran, Savan Kotecha and Paramount illustrates the continued relevance of legacy pop groups in contemporary media. It also demonstrates how established artists can remain active in the music market while engaging new audiences through cross‑media collaborations.
The current situation is that “Bottle Up” has been released and the film is scheduled for an August 14 opening. The Backstreet Boys will continue their residency in Las Vegas, and the song will be part of the film’s official soundtrack.