"Almost There" is the signature power anthem from Disney’s 2009 film The Princess and the Frog , performed by Anika Noni Rose in her role as Tiana. Written by legendary composer Randy Newman , the song serves as a defining character moment that encapsulates Tiana's unwavering work ethic and her dream of opening her own restaurant in New Orleans.
: In the film, the song features a distinct Art Deco visual style, shifting from traditional animation to a stylized 1920s aesthetic inspired by the art of Aaron Douglas. "Almost There" is the signature power anthem from
: She continues to perform the song at major Disney events, including celebrations for the opening of Tiana’s Palace and the retheming of Splash Mountain into Tiana’s Bayou Adventure . Legacy and Covers : She continues to perform the song at
Anika Noni Rose, a Tony Award-winning Broadway veteran, brought a sophisticated theatricality to the role. a Tony Award-winning Broadway veteran