The Essential Barbra Streisand
Barbra Streisand · 2002
152 min · 40 tracks · jazz
A rich tapestry of emotional ballads and show-stopping anthems showcasing Streisand's unparalleled vocal prowess.
Top tracks — play these first
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A Sleepin’ Bee Start here — establishes the sonic palette early
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Don't Rain on My Parade — This track is a triumphant declaration of self-empowerment, perfectly encapsulating Streisand's ability to convey strength and vulnerability simultaneously.
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The Way We Were — An iconic ballad that showcases Streisand's emotive vocal delivery while exploring themes of nostalgia and lost love, making it one of her signature songs.
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Woman in Love — This song exemplifies Streisand's foray into disco, combining a powerful vocal performance with lush orchestration that resonated with audiences during its release in the early '80s.
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Evergreen (love theme from “A Star Is Born”) — As a centerpiece of her career, this poignant love theme highlights her ability to connect deeply with listeners through heartfelt storytelling.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic emotional peaks and valleys
- long, reflective listening experience
- cathartic vocal performances
- evocative storytelling through song
- nostalgic moments of introspection
Maybe skip if you
- seeking quick, upbeat tracks
- prefer standalone singles over collections
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Starting Point — This compilation offers a broad overview of Streisand's career for new listeners.
- Themes
- Broadway nostalgia· disco romance· theatrical balladry
- Career context
- By the time 'The Essential Barbra Streisand' was released in 2002, Streisand had already established herself as a multifaceted artist with a career spanning over four decades. This compilation came after her last studio album, 'Christmas Memories' in 2001, and serves as a testament to her enduring legacy in pop culture and music history.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Bette Midler· Liza Minnelli· Diana Ross
Tracklist
Disc 1
- 1 A Sleepin’ Bee Start here 4:24
- 2 Cry Me a River 3:39
- 3 I Stayed Too Long at the Fair 4:22
- 4 Lover, Come Back to Me 2:19
- 5 People 3:42
- 6 My Man 3:00
- 7 Second Hand Rose 2:11
- 8 He Touched Me 3:12
- 9 Don’t Rain on My Parade 2:45
- 10 Happy Days Are Here Again 3:13
- 11 On a Clear Day (You Can See Forever) 2:11
- 12 Stoney End 3:02
- 13 Since I Fell for You 3:27
- 14 What Are You Doing the Rest of Your Life? 3:20
- 15 The Way We Were 3:31
- 16 All in Love Is Fair 3:51
- 17 Lazy Afternoon 3:49
- 18 Evergreen (love theme from “A Star Is Born”) 3:06
- 19 My Heart Belongs to Me 3:23
- 20 You Don’t Bring Me Flowers 3:26
- 21 The Main Event / Fight 4:54
- 22 No More Tears (Enough Is Enough) 4:42
Disc 2
- 1 Woman in Love 3:53
- 2 Guilty 4:25
- 3 Comin’ In and Out of Your Life 4:10
- 4 Memory 3:54
- 5 Papa, Can You Hear Me? 3:31
- 6 A Piece of Sky 4:23
- 7 Putting It Together 4:21
- 8 Not While I’m Around 3:30
- 9 Send in the Clowns 4:42
- 10 Somewhere 4:56
- 11 All I Ask of You 4:03
- 12 Children Will Listen 4:09
- 13 As If We Never Said Goodbye 4:45
- 14 I Finally Found Someone 3:43
- 15 Tell Him 4:54
- 16 I’ve Dreamed of You 4:53
- 17 Someday My Prince Will Come 4:07
- 18 You’ll Never Walk Alone 4:35
What to play next
The Movie Album
2003
Continues the emotional depth with cinematic themes and lush arrangements.
Duets
2002
Features collaborative performances that set the stage for her varied styles in The Essential.
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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