Funny Girl – The Original Sound Track Recording
Barbra Streisand · 1968
47 min · 14 tracks · jazz · disco · traditional pop
Barbra Streisand's powerful vocals soar through a vibrant mix of Broadway melodies and heartfelt ballads.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic musical journey in order
- powerful vocals that inspire
- wave-like pacing with variety
- heartfelt ballads for reflection
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking instant gratification tracks
- prefer standalone singles over albums
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — This soundtrack established Streisand's reputation in film after her Broadway success.
- Themes
- Broadway ambition· 1960s female empowerment· Hollywood transition
- Career context
- Released in August 1968, 'Funny Girl' marked Barbra Streisand’s transition from stage to screen stardom, following her acclaimed performance on Broadway. This soundtrack solidified her status as a leading lady and showcased her singular vocal talent just before she became an international superstar with 'The Way We Were' in 1973.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Bette Midler· Liza Minnelli· Diana Ross
- If this clicks, go next to
- Hello, Dolly! — Continues the Broadway vibe with powerful vocals and lively arrangements.
- Sounds like this from elsewhere
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Ella Fitzgerald Sings the George and Ira Gershwin Songbook by Ella Fitzgerald — Combines powerful vocal delivery with lush arrangements, echoing Streisand's Broadway roots.Judy at Carnegie Hall by Judy Garland — Captures a similar blend of heartfelt ballads and show-stopping performances in a live setting.
Tracklist
New here? Start with "Overture".
- 1 Overture Start here 3:59
- 2 I’m the Greatest Star 4:07
- 3 If a Girl Isn’t Pretty 2:28
- 4 Roller Skate Rag 2:02
- 5 I’d Rather Be Blue Over You (Than Be Happy With Somebody Else) 2:39
- 6 His Love Makes Me Beautiful 5:39
- 7 People 5:03
- 8 You Are Woman, I Am Man 4:24
- 9 Don’t Rain on My Parade 2:47
- 10 Sadie, Sadie 4:20
- 11 The Swan 2:52
- 12 Funny Girl 2:45
- 13 My Man 2:11
- 14 Finale 2:22
What to play next
This album is considered a Breakthrough in Barbra Streisand's catalog. This soundtrack established Streisand's reputation in film after her Broadway success.
Hello, Dolly!
1969
Continues the Broadway vibe with powerful vocals and lively arrangements.
A Happening in Central Park
1968
Offers a similar energy and live performance feel leading into the soundtrack.
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