Matthew McConaughey’s singing skills may rival some of the pros. 

Indeed, the 56-year-old has released a new bluegrass track “Quill” as a part of the soundtrack for his upcoming film The Rivals of Amziah King, where he plays the unofficial mayor of an Oklahoma town who often jams with his buddies. 

The Sing actor had some assistance in this musical effort, with Ben Hardesty as well as Miranda Zickler, Angelina LookingGlass and Andrea Pister appearing on the tune.

But the new film—which releases Aug. 14—isn’t all about fun jam sessions, as beekeeper Amziah King (McConaughey) must navigate sabotaging rivals of his honey business alongside his estranged foster daughter Kateri (LookingGlass). 

And this is a significant role for McConaughey, as it was one of his first movies in over six years. Speaking about why he took on the role, the How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days star shared that the project had a lot of heart.

“Why did I come to this film, what was it?” he said during the film’s debut at SXSW in March 2025, according to Deadline. “Not often does something cross my desk where I’m like, ‘Oh, that’s an original language! I’ve never heard that before, but I know those people. Oh, that’s an original, time, place and space. Oh, there’s some real humor.’”

And he teased, “It’s also some kind of musical!”

Indeed, McConaughey is no stranger to a musical film, as he appeared in the 2016 animated movie Sing and its 2021 sequel. And he was happy to perform a tune, as he previously shared how much fun he has singing to himself. 

“I go around the house humming or whistling some ditty,” the Oscar winner told Time ahead of the release of Sing in 2016, “and like most people, sing in the shower—and it sounds real good to the person who’s singing it.” 

And while this actor has dipped his toes into the musical world, there are plenty of musicians who have done the opposite. Read on to see some talented vocalists-turned-onscreen stars…

Though the rapper's filmography isn't very long, it does include starring in the award-winning drama, 8 Mile.

The singer has put in "Work" in the recording studio and on camera! The Barbadian beauty had a major role in Battleship and is part of the cast of Ocean's Eight.

The "Tightrope" singer made a name for herself, being featured in two Oscar nominated films in 2017: Moonlight and Hidden Figures.

The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air got his start in the music industry, rapping with his childhood friend and producer DJ Jazzy Jeff.

The News Kids on the Block singer hasn't left his boyband roots behind, but has added actor to his resume, appearing in shows like Blue Bloods.

The vocal powerhouse got her start on American Idol, but became a household name when her acting career took off with Dream Girls.

Looks like it runs in the family! Formerly known as Marky Mark, the rapper turned actor is famous for his work on screen, ranging from action films to comedies like Ted.

Beginning as a rapper, the star has shown she can do pretty much anything, even starring in the Oscar-winning Chicago.

Is there anything he can't do? The singer/designer/activist/actor is a true renaissance man. Don't believe us? Watch The Social Network and then we'll talk.

Before Queen Bey starred in Dream Girls, she was Foxy Cleopatra opposite Mike Meyers in Austin Powers in Gold Member.

Mother Monster fit right in on the set of American Horror Story: Hotel, which brings the horror series to Los Angeles, Calif., before taking on A Star Is Born.

When the young rapper isn't in the studio, he's on the screen! The actor starred in Lottery Ticket in 2010, and has been a regular on CSI: Cyber since 2015.

"Everybody Knows" the singer for his hit songs, but he's also quite the actor, even appearing alongside Ryan Gosling in La La Land.

The rapper made the switch to television providing commentary on Girl Code - now she's a part of the films Crazy Rich Asians and Ocean's Eight.

"Straight Outta Compton" and onto the silver screen! The MC has had hit after hit - from "It Was a Good Day" to Are We There Yet?

"I Got You Babe"...and also an Academy Award and a few Golden Globes. The superstar is known not only for her music, but for her acting in films like Moonstruck and Burlesque.

The hip-hop artist and Kanye West's collaborator does more than just music - he's also an actor, appearing in films like Selma and John Wick: Chapter 2.

The rapper has always been a "Money Maker"; besides being a hip-hop legend, Luda stars in the Fast and Furious franchise.

The "Like A Virgin" singer is no virgin to the big screen, appearing in films like Evita and A League Of Their Own.

In addition to being one of the first mainstream hip-hop acts, the legendary rapper has starred in a number of films, and is a part of NCIS: LA.