Dig A Little Deeper

by Jenifer Lewis

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Don’t (C)mat ter what you (F)look like,

don’t (C)mat ter what you (F)wear.

(C)How man y rings you (F)got on your (Fm)fin ger?

(CN.C.)We don’t care, no, we don’t care.

Don’t (C)mat ter where you (F)come from, (C)don’t e ven (C)mat ter what you (F)are.

A (C)dog, a pig, a (F)cow, a (Fm)goat, had ’em (CN.C.)all in here.

(We had ’em all in here.) And they (C)all knew (Dm)what they want ed, what they (C)want ed (Dm)me to do.

I (C)told ’em (Dm)what they need ed, (Dm)just (CN.C.)like I be tell ing you.

You got to (C)dig a lit tle deep er, (F)find out too who you (C)are.

You got to dig a lit tle deep er, it real ly ain’t ple that ma (G7)far.

you so.

(C)When you (E7)find out (C7)who you are, may you’ll (F)find out what you (C)need.

of mind.

Blue skies a lit and (C)sun shine (Dm)guar an (C)teed.

You got to dig (Dm)(dig),

you got to dig (Dm)(dig).

Prince (C)Frog gy is a (F)rich lit tle (Fm)boy.

You (C)wan na be rich a (F)gain?

That ain’t (C)gon na make you (F)hap py now; did it (D7)make you hap py then?

No!

(C)Mon ey ain’t (F)got no (Fm)soul; (C)mon ey ain’t got no (F)heart.

(C)All you (E7)need is some (Am)self con (C7)trol, (D7)make your selves a (G7)brand new start.

You got to Your (C)dad dy was a (F)lov ing man, (F)fam ’ly (F#dim)through and (C)through.

You your (F#dim)dad dy’s (C)daugh ter; what he (D7)had in him, you (G7)got in you.

You got to (C)dig a lit tle deep er.

For (F)you it’s gon na be (C)tough.

You got to dig a lit tle deep er.

You ain’t dug near (G7)far e nough.

(C)Dig down (E7)deep in (Am)side your self; you’ll (F)find out what you (C)need.

Blue (F#dim)skies and (C)sun shine, (Dm)guar an (C)teed.

(Blue (F#dim7)skies and (C)sun shine.)

(Blue (E7)skies and (Am)sun shine.)

Blue (F#dim7)skies and (C)sun shine.

(G7)Guar an (C)teed.

(Ah!)

Dig A Little Deeper by Jenifer Lewis — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Dig A Little Deeper” by Jenifer Lewis in our color-coded kid songbook view — every note is colored by pitch (red C, orange D, yellow E, green F, blue G, purple A, pink B) and the lyrics sit directly under each note, so children can sing along while they play. The song is in the key of C at 180 BPM, a comfortable easy-level arrangement perfect for first-time learners.

Tips for parents & teachers

  • Start at 50% tempo using the BPM control. Speed up only when your child can play through without stopping.
  • Turn on the metronome from the top bar to build steady rhythm.
  • Use the segmented OFF / C / 1 button to toggle note labels on the staff and keys — kids learn note names faster with letters showing.
  • Tap a measure number on the timeline to jump to a specific section for repeat practice.

Frequently asked questions

Is "Dig A Little Deeper" good for a child learning piano?
Yes — this color-coded arrangement is designed for ages 4-12. Each note is colored by pitch so kids match colors to keys, no music reading required. Lyrics sit under every note for sing-along play.
What age can start with "Dig A Little Deeper"?
Children as young as 4 can follow the color-coded notes. By age 6-7 most kids can play through the song themselves with light guidance. Parent help is recommended for the first few sessions.
Do we need a piano teacher to use this?
No — the color-coded format is designed to be self-explanatory. Parents with no music background can supervise. Teachers can also use it as an introductory lesson tool.
Can we print the sheet music?
Yes — tap "Download Sheet Music" above for a free printable PDF with the same color-coded notes that appear on screen.
What other Jenifer Lewis songs work for kids?
Try "DIG A LITTLE DEEPER". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.