What makes My Name Is Barbra, Two… by Barbra Streisand notable?

This album reached No. 2 on the Billboard 200 chart and was certified Gold by the RIAA. It further established Streisand's influence in traditional pop and Broadway music, shaping the soundscape of the mid-60s and earning a Grammy nomination for Album of the Year. Released on October 1, 1965, 'My Name Is Barbra, Two...' is Barbra Streisand's third studio album, following the success of her previous album 'My Name Is Barbra'. At this point in her career, she was solidifying her status as a leading figure in both music and film, having already won an Academy Award for Best Actress earlier that year.

Who is My Name Is Barbra, Two… for?

My Name Is Barbra, Two… works well if you're into theatrical moments for lively moods, short bursts of emotional intensity and vocal showcases that captivate attention.

How many songs are on My Name Is Barbra, Two…?

My Name Is Barbra, Two… has 11 tracks, running approximately 5 minutes.

My Name Is Barbra, Two…

Barbra Streisand · 1965

5 min · 11 tracks · jazz · disco · traditional pop

A dazzling showcase of Streisand's vocal prowess, blending heartfelt ballads with playful, theatrical numbers.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

theatrical moments for lively moods
short bursts of emotional intensity
vocal showcases that captivate attention
nostalgic reflections on love
playful anthems for sing-alongs

Maybe skip if you want

dislike theatrical vocal performances
prefer longer, immersive albums

Where this album fits

Themes: theatrical nostalgia· 1960s pop culture· heartfelt ballads
Career context: Released on October 1, 1965, 'My Name Is Barbra, Two...' is Barbra Streisand's third studio album, following the success of her previous album 'My Name Is Barbra'. At this point in her career, she was solidifying her status as a leading figure in both music and film, having already won an Academy Award for Best Actress earlier that year.
Stylistic neighbors: Bette Midler· Liza Minnelli· Diana Ross
Sounds like this from elsewhere: Dusty in Memphis by Dusty Springfield — Shares a similar emotional depth with lush orchestration and heartfelt ballads from the same era.

Ella Fitzgerald Sings the George and Ira Gershwin Songbook by Ella Fitzgerald — Combines theatricality and jazz, showcasing powerful vocals with a nostalgic lyrical approach.

September of My Years by Frank Sinatra — Reflects on nostalgia and introspection, using rich arrangements that complement emotional storytelling.

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Tracklist

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

1 He Touched Me
2 The Shadow of Your Smile
3 Quiet Night
4 I Got Plenty of Nothin’
5 How Much of the Dream Comes True
6 Second Hand Rose
7 The Kind of Man a Woman Needs
8 All That I Want
9 Where’s That Rainbow
10 No More Songs for Me
11 Medley:: Second Hand Rose / Give Me the Simple Life / I Got Plenty of Nothin’ / Brother Can You Spare a Dime? / Nobody Knows You When You’re Down and Out / Second Hand Rose / The Best Things in Life Are Free 5:46

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