Je m'appelle Barbra cover

Released 60 years ago

Je m'appelle Barbra

Barbra Streisand · 1966

34 min · 12 tracks · jazz · disco · traditional pop

A lush tapestry of French chanson and jazz-inflected pop, showcasing Streisand's emotive vocal prowess.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo listening experience
  • emotive vocals for quiet moments
  • for afternoon relaxation
  • intimate ambiance for small gatherings

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking high-energy tracks
  • prefer longer immersive albums

Where this album fits

Themes
French chanson nostalgia· emotive vocal liberation· romantic yearning
Career context
By 1966, Barbra Streisand was already an established star, having won her first Grammy in 1964. 'Je m'appelle Barbra' marked her exploration into French music, following the success of her previous albums that solidified her status as a versatile artist.
Stylistic neighbors
Bette Midler· Liza Minnelli· Diana Ross
Sounds like this from elsewhere
La Vie en rose by Édith Piaf — Shares the same emotive vocal delivery and French chanson nostalgia.
Dusty in Memphis by Dusty Springfield — Features lush production and themes of romantic yearning with soulful vocal performance.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Free Again 3:45
  • 2 Autumn Leaves 2:53
  • 3 What Now My Love 2:44
  • 4 Ma première chanson 2:24
  • 5 Clopin Clopant 3:14
  • 6 Le Mur 2:39
  • 7 I Wish You Love 3:03
  • 8 Speak to Me of Love 2:55
  • 9 Love and Learn 2:33
  • 10 Once Upon a Summertime 3:39
  • 11 Martina 2:23
  • 12 I’ve Been Here 2:31

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