Wet cover

Wet

Barbra Streisand · 1979

41 min · 9 tracks · jazz · disco · traditional pop

A vibrant blend of disco and traditional pop, drenched in themes of love and longing.

Why this album works

'Wet' achieved notable commercial success, reaching No. 5 on the Billboard 200 chart and reflecting the growing influence of disco on mainstream music. The standout track, 'No More Tears (Enough Is Enough)', a duet with Donna Summer, became a significant hit, reinforcing Streisand's position as a versatile artist and earning critical acclaim.
Best for
steady progression with emotional peaks for rainy day reflections uplifting anthems for shared moments
Context
Released in 1979, 'Wet' marked Barbra Streisand's follow-up to her successful album 'Superman'. During this period, she was transitioning into the disco era, embracing contemporary sounds while still showcasing her vocal prowess. This album represents a bold experimentation with genre that defined her late 70s output.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Wet Standout 3:59
  • 2 Come Rain or Come Shine Standout 4:46
  • 3 Splish Splash 4:18
  • 4 On Rainy Afternoons 3:10
  • 5 After the Rain 3:45
  • 6 No More Tears (Enough Is Enough) Standout 8:23
  • 7 Niagara 3:33
  • 8 I Ain’t Gonna Cry Tonight 5:05
  • 9 Kiss Me in the Rain 4:20

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