Is Guilty a good place to start with Barbra Streisand?

Yes, Guilty is recommended as a starting point for new Barbra Streisand listeners. A lush blend of disco-infused pop and traditional balladry that showcases Streisand's powerful vocals and emotional depth. Released on September 23, 1980, 'Guilty' marked Barbra Streisand's return to the charts after a brief hiatus. This album followed her 1979 film 'The Main Event' and demonstrated a shift towards more contemporary sounds, aligning with the disco era while still maintaining her signature style.

Guilty works well if you're into steady emotional exploration, romantic ambiance for evenings and elegant ballads with depth.

How many songs are on Guilty?

Guilty has 9 tracks, running approximately 41 minutes.

Guilty

Barbra Streisand · 1980

41 min · 9 tracks · jazz

A lush blend of disco-infused pop and traditional balladry that showcases Streisand's powerful vocals and emotional depth.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Guilty Start here — The title track encapsulates the album’s themes of love and longing through sweeping melodies and dynamic vocal delivery, setting the tone for the entire record.
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Woman in Love — This iconic single not only dominated the charts but also highlighted Streisand's ability to convey deep emotion through powerful lyrics and an unforgettable chorus.
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What Kind of Fool — Featuring a duet with Barry Gibb, this track combines rich harmonies with introspective lyrics, showcasing Streisand's versatility within the pop genre.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

steady emotional exploration
romantic ambiance for evenings
elegant ballads with depth
uplifting moments of empowerment

Maybe skip if you

prefer fast-paced energy
want standalone hit singles

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Breakthrough — Marked Streisand's return to charts and showcased her commercial appeal in the 80s.
Themes: disco romance· emotional regret· intimate ballads
Career context: Released on September 23, 1980, 'Guilty' marked Barbra Streisand's return to the charts after a brief hiatus. This album followed her 1979 film 'The Main Event' and demonstrated a shift towards more contemporary sounds, aligning with the disco era while still maintaining her signature style.
Stylistic neighbors: Bette Midler· Liza Minnelli· Diana Ross