In September 2013 , Pierini was announced as a castmember for the 2014 adaptation of the musical '' Annie '' opposite Jamie Foxx , Quvenzhané Wallis and Cameron Diaz . Pierini landed the role after she completed five rounds of auditions . On the film 's soundtrack , Pierini sung three songs , " Maybe " , " It 's the Hard Knock Life " , and back-up vocals in the reprise of " Tomorrow " . While promoting '' Annie '' , Pierini performed with the cast at the 2014 Macy 's Thanksgiving Day Parade , and appeared with the cast at the 2014 Kids ' Choice Awards
2014 Kids ' Choice Awards
2014 Kids' Choice Awards
Nicolette Pierini