The Barbra Streisand Album cover

The Barbra Streisand Album

Barbra Streisand · 1963

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

Elegant arrangements intertwine with Streisand's powerful vocals, creating a timeless blend of traditional pop and jazz.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • timeless melodies for relaxed evenings
  • elegant arrangements with emotional depth
  • steady pacing for focused listening
  • nostalgic warmth in every track

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer fast-paced, energetic songs
  • seek modern production styles

Where this album fits

Themes
Broadway beginnings· emotive ballads· jazz-infused elegance
Career context
Released on February 25, 1963, The Barbra Streisand Album marked the singer's debut studio album. At this point in her career, Streisand was gaining recognition from her Broadway performances, particularly in 'Funny Girl', which propelled her into the national spotlight.
Stylistic neighbors
Bette Midler· Liza Minnelli· Diana Ross
Sounds like this from elsewhere
In the Wee Small Hours by Frank Sinatra — Features introspective themes and lush orchestration reminiscent of Broadway's emotional depth.
Judy at Carnegie Hall by Judy Garland — Combines powerful vocals with theatrical performance, echoing Streisand's Broadway roots.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Cry Me a River 3:39
  • 2 My Honey’s Loving Arms 2:18
  • 3 I’ll Tell the Man in the Street 3:14
  • 4 A Taste of Honey 2:56
  • 5 Who’s Afraid of the Big Bad Wolf 2:34
  • 6 Soon It’s Gonna Rain 3:47
  • 7 Happy Days Are Here Again 3:09
  • 8 Keepin’ Out of Mischief Now 2:16
  • 9 Much More 3:05
  • 10 Come to the Supermarket (in Old Peking) 2:01
  • 11 A Sleepin’ Bee 4:23

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