Memories
Barbra Streisand · 1981
56 min · 14 tracks · jazz · disco · traditional pop
A lush tapestry of orchestral pop and poignant ballads reflecting on love and nostalgia.
Why this album works
'Memories' was a commercial success, reaching No. 5 on the Billboard 200 and earning a Gold certification from the RIAA. The album's title track, 'Memory', became one of her signature songs, further cementing its cultural significance in the canon of musical theater and pop music.
- Best for
- steady emotional reflections on love nostalgic themes of past relationships lush orchestration for intimate moments
- Context
- Released on November 10, 1981, 'Memories' came during Barbra Streisand's commercial peak following her success with the film 'A Star Is Born'. This album features a collection of her greatest hits and new material, showcasing her transition into the realm of adult contemporary music while solidifying her status as a vocal powerhouse.
- 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 Memory Standout 3:57
- 2 You Don’t Bring Me Flowers Standout 3:26
- 3 My Heart Belongs to Me 3:25
- 4 Wet 4:00
- 5 New York State of Mind 4:47
- 6 A Man I Loved 4:03
- 7 No More Tears (Enough Is Enough) 4:45
- 8 Comin’ In and Out of Your Life 4:12
- 9 Evergreen (love theme from “A Star Is Born”) 3:08
- 10 I Don’t Break Easily 3:55
- 11 Kiss Me in the Rain 4:21
- 12 Lost Inside of You 4:01
- 13 The Love Inside 5:07
- 14 The Way We Were Standout 3:31
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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