The track is a collaborative performance by Anika Noni Rose (Tiana), Bruno Campos (Naveen), and Michael-Leon Wooley (Louis). Character Perspectives
Composed by Randy Newman , the song is a high-energy tribute to traditional New Orleans jazz. When We're Human
Dreams of being human just to play jazz alongside the greats in New Orleans. The track is a collaborative performance by Anika
Longs for his previous lifestyle of carefree parties and shallow romance. Longs for his previous lifestyle of carefree parties
"When We’re Human" is a Dixieland-style jazz number from Disney’s The Princess and the Frog (2009). The song features Prince Naveen, Tiana, and Louis the alligator sharing their personal aspirations for life after the frog curse is broken.
Critics from FilmScore ClickTrack and the Chicago Tribune have noted its "clever orchestrations" while also calling it a "jovially longing" piece of musical optimism.
Reaffirms her commitment to hard work and earning her "place in the sun" through effort rather than luck. Critical Reception