Randy Newman has sold 80% of his recorded music and publishing rights to Litmus Music, a Carlyle Global Credit-backed company. The deal encompasses Newman's extensive catalog of work, including his iconic contributions to animated films and his solo career achievements.

The acquisition includes Newman's work on beloved animated films such as:

• Toy Story series (including "You've Got a Friend in Me")
• Cars
• Monsters, Inc.

Notable hits covered in the deal:

• "I Love L.A." (1983)
• "Feels Like Home" (1990s)
• "Mama Told Me Not to Come" (1967)
• "It's a Jungle Out There" (Monk theme)

The catalog also includes numerous soundtrack albums and approximately twelve solo studio projects, spanning from his 1968 self-titled debut to 2017's "Dark Matter."

Newman's achievements include:

• 23 Grammy nominations
• 7 Grammy wins
• Songwriters Hall of Fame induction

Litmus Music co-founder and CEO Hank Forsyth emphasized the timeless nature of Newman's work, stating, "Randy's music has touched so many generations. His songs continue to transcend time and illuminate films."

This acquisition joins Litmus Music's growing portfolio, which includes recent deals with artists such as Katy Perry, Benny Blanco, and Keith Urban.

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