“Dig a Little Deeper” is a BigTime Piano arrangement of the song from Disney’s The Princess and the Frog, with music and lyrics by Randy Newman. It is written in 4/4 time and marked “Moderate swing beat.” The arrangement uses swung eighth notes, syncopated rhythms, accented chords, tied notes, triplet figures, dynamic contrasts, a short cadenza, and a final 8va bass effect. The piece has a gospel-influenced swing character, with a steady rhythmic drive and several changes between lighter phrases and stronger chordal moments.

Measures 1–8 introduce the swing style before the main vocal melody begins. The right hand uses repeated chord shapes and accented notes, while the left hand supports with bass notes and short rhythmic answers. A crescendo leads into a stronger forte sound near the end of the introduction.

Measures 9–14 begin the first main lyric section. The melody is mostly in the right hand, with swung eighth notes and short rests shaping the phrase. The left hand adds chord tones and bass movement underneath.

Measures 15–24 continue the verse material with more contrast. Some phrases are marked forte, while others return to mezzo-forte or mezzo-piano. The texture alternates between single-note melody, two-note chords, and simple left-hand bass support.

Measures 25–32 build toward the main title idea. The right hand uses more repeated chords and accented notes, while the left hand keeps the rhythm moving with bass notes and rests. Triplets and slurs add variety to the phrase shape.

Measures 33–40 present the main “Dig a Little Deeper” section. The left hand becomes more active, with a steady bass pattern underneath the right-hand melody. The music continues the swing feel while moving through a fuller and more energetic texture.

Measures 41–46 form the final sung section before the cadenza. The music grows in intensity, then slows with a ritardando. Chords, accents, and held notes give this part a broader ending sound.

Measures 47–48 close the arrangement with a freely played cadenza and final ending. The cadenza uses triplet runs, fermatas, and a softer dynamic before returning a tempo. The piece ends with a final accented chord and a low 8va bass note.

Interesting fact: In The Princess and the Frog, “Dig a Little Deeper” is connected with Mama Odie’s scene, where the song points the characters toward understanding what they truly need instead of only what they want.