A Star Is Born
Barbra Streisand · 1976
41 min · 11 tracks · jazz · disco · traditional pop
A rich blend of emotive ballads and lush orchestrations showcases Streisand's vocal prowess and theatrical flair.
Why this album works
'A Star Is Born' reached number one on the Billboard 200 chart and has been influential in establishing the modern movie soundtrack format. The song 'Evergreen' won an Academy Award for Best Original Song, showcasing Streisand's impact on both music and cinema.
- Best for
- emotive vocal performances theatrical storytelling elements introspective late-night listening
- Context
- Released in 1976, 'A Star Is Born' marked Barbra Streisand's transition into a major film star after her previous success with 'Funny Girl.' This soundtrack accompanied the film of the same name, which was a significant point in her career, solidifying her status as a pop icon while broadening her appeal to mainstream audiences.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Aretha Franklin· Christina Aguilera· Prince· Madonna· Elvis Presley· No Doubt· Bob Dylan· Harry Nilsson
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Watch Closely Now 3:50
- 2 Queen Bee 3:56
- 3 Everything 3:50
- 4 Lost Inside of You Standout 2:54
- 5 Hellacious Acres 2:58
- 6 Love Theme From “A Star Is Born” (Evergreen) Standout 3:04
- 7 The Woman in the Moon 4:49
- 8 I Believe in Love Standout 3:13
- 9 Crippled Crow 3:30
- 10 Finale: With One More Look at You / Watch Closely Now 7:43
- 11 Love Theme From “A Star Is Born” (Evergreen) (reprise) 1:47
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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