Down in New Orleans
Anika Noni Rose
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In the South Land there's a city Way down on the river Where the women are very pretty And all the men deliver They got music It's always playin' Start in the day time, go all through the night When you hear that music playin' Hear what I'm saying, it make you feel alright Grab somebody, come on down Bring your paintbrush, we're paintin' the town Honey, there's some sweetness goin' 'round Catch it down in New Orleans We got magic, good and bad Make you happy or make you real sad Get everything you want, lose what you had Down here in New Orleans Hey partner, don't be shy Come on down here and give us a try You wanna do some livin' before you die Do it down in New Orleans Stately homes and mansions Of the Sugar Barons and the Cotton Kings Rich people, poor people, all got dreams Dreams do come true in New Orleans
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10 facts about this song
Series Composition"Down in New Orleans" is the opening song from Disney’s 49th animated feature film, "The Princess and the Frog."
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PerformerThis song is performed by Anika Noni Rose, who also gave voice to the film’s lead character, Princess Tiana. Rose is the first African-American actress to voice a Disney Princess.
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ComposerThe song was composed by Randy Newman, a famous American composer known for his work in Pixar films. Newman has been praised for his ability to evoke a sense of location and culture in his compositions.
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Oscar Nomination"Down in New Orleans" was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Original Song in 2009. However, it lost to another song from the same movie, "Almost There".
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StyleThe song is deeply rooted in New Orleans jazz, giving a vivid musical portrait of the vibrant city and its rich cultural heritage.
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Released in Multiple VersionsThere are three versions of this song in the movie, each one sung by a different character - Anika Noni Rose as Tiana, Dr. John as himself, and the Disney Chorus.
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Iconic LyricsThe song includes some of the movie's most iconic lyrics like “In the South Land there's a city, way down on the river.” These lines depict the unique vibe of New Orleans and have become synonymous with the film itself.
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RecordingWhile recording the song, Randy Newman conducted a 37-piece orchestra in Los Angeles.
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Film PlacementThe song is featured in the beginning of the movie, it encapsulates the essence of the movie and sets the tone for what is to follow, i.e., a magical adventure set in the vibrant city of New Orleans.
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Favourable Reception"Down in New Orleans" received positive reviews from critics and audiences, many of whom praised the song for its ability to capture the unique spirit of New Orleans.
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