The Ultimate Collection
Barbra Streisand · 2010
73 min · 18 tracks · jazz · disco · traditional pop
A sweeping anthology of emotional ballads and powerful performances that define Barbra Streisand's illustrious career.
Why this album works
This collection highlights Streisand's cultural significance as it includes some of her biggest hits and has been praised for its nostalgic value. It peaked at number one on the Billboard 200 chart, marking a significant achievement in her long-standing career as one of the best-selling female artists in history.
- Best for
- steady emotional crescendos throughout for reflective moments cathartic sing-along opportunities
- Context
- Released in 2010, 'The Ultimate Collection' arrived during a period when Barbra Streisand was celebrating her extensive legacy rather than focusing on new material. This compilation showcases her most iconic songs, spanning decades of her influence in music and film, particularly following her previous studio album, 'Love Is the Answer,' released in 2009.
- 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 Woman in Love Standout 3:52
- 2 Evergreen (Love Theme from A Star Is Born) 3:06
- 3 The Way We Were Standout 3:31
- 4 You Don't Bring Me Flowers 3:23
- 5 Guilty 4:24
- 6 No More Tears (Enough Is Enough) 4:44
- 7 Don't Rain on My Parade 2:45
- 8 Memory 3:53
- 9 Papa, Can You Hear Me? 3:31
- 10 As If We Never Said Goodbye 4:43
- 11 Tell Him 4:51
- 12 Stranger in a Strange Land 4:50
- 13 I've Dreamed of You 4:52
- 14 Send In the Clowns Standout 4:42
- 15 People 3:41
- 16 Smile 4:16
- 17 In the Wee Small Hours of the Morning 4:02
- 18 Somewhere 4:46
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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