Release Me 2
Barbra Streisand · 2021
37 min · 11 tracks · jazz
A collection of lush ballads and heartfelt covers, showcasing Streisand's timeless vocal prowess and emotional range.
Top tracks — play these first
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Be Aware Start here — establishes the sonic palette early
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You Light Up My Life — This cover of a classic song beautifully captures Streisand's ability to convey deep emotion through her powerful vocals, making it a standout moment on the album.
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Rainbow Connection — Streisand’s rendition adds a layer of maturity to this beloved classic, transforming it into a poignant reflection on hope and nostalgia.
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Living Without You — The stripped-back arrangement allows Streisand's voice to shine, emphasizing vulnerability in the lyrics and showcasing her interpretative skills.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady melodic journey throughout
- heartfelt moments of reflection
- emotional depth in every track
- ideal for cozy evenings
- uplifting sing-alongs with friends
Maybe skip if you
- seeking fast-paced excitement
- prefer standalone upbeat tracks
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Late Career Highlight — Continues Streisand's exploration of classic sounds with emotional depth in later career.
- Themes
- nostalgic warmth· emotional connection
- Career context
- By the release of Release Me 2 in 2021, Barbra Streisand was in a reflective phase post her last studio album, Encore: Movie Partners Sing Broadway (2016). This album continues her exploration of classic standards and showcases her enduring legacy in popular music after decades of influence.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Bette Midler· Liza Minnelli· Diana Ross
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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One Day (A Prayer)
The narrative shifts from personal longing to collective hope for peace and understanding among people.
Tracklist
- 1 Be Aware Start here 3:40
- 2 You Light Up My Life 3:38
- 3 I’d Want It to Be You 4:02
- 4 Sweet Forgiveness 5:12
- 5 Living Without You 2:05
- 6 One Day (A Prayer) 3:06
- 7 Rainbow Connection 3:23
- 8 Right as the Rain 3:00
- 9 If Only You Were Mine 2:34
- 10 Once You’ve Been in Love 3:16
- 11 When the Lovin’ Goes Out of the Lovin’ 3:33
What to play next
Walls
2018
Continues the emotional depth with a contemporary sound, reflecting similar themes.
Encore – Movie Partners Sing Broadway
2016
Precedes 'Release Me 2' with collaborative covers and showcases her vocal range.
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
You Want It Darker
Leonard Cohen
Shares emotional depth and introspective themes with a rich, resonant vocal delivery.
Pick Me Up Off the Floor
Norah Jones
Blends jazz and pop sensibilities, featuring heartfelt interpretations that evoke nostalgia.
Turn Up the Quiet
Diana Krall
Combines jazz standards with lush arrangements and emotional vocal performances.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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