Barbra Streisand has recorded more than 60 albums, almost all with Columbia Records. Her early works in the 1960s (her debut The Barbra Streisand Album which won two Grammy Awards in 1963, followed by The Second Barbra Streisand Album, The Third Album, My Name Is Barbra, etc.) are considered classic renditions of theater and nightclub standards, including her version of Happy Days Are Here Again. Beginning with My Name Is Barbra, her albums were often medley-filled keepsakes of her television specials.
Starting in 1969, Streisand tackled contemporary songwriters; like many talented singers of the day, she found herself a fish out of water in attempts to tackle rock, but her vocal talents prevailed and she gained newfound success with the pop and ballad-oriented Richard Perry-produced album Stoney End in 1971. The title track, written by Laura Nyro, was a big hit for Streisand.
Streisand's 1980 album, Guilty featured the songwriting, production and vocal talents of Barry Gibb and was the best-selling album of her recording career. During the 1970s, she was also highly prominent in the pop charts, with number-one records like The Way We Were, Evergreen, No More Tears (Enough Is Enough) (her duet with Donna Summer), and Woman In Love; some of these came from soundtracks of her films. She recently took part in supporting Haiti in singing "We are the World 25th anniversary.
When the 1970s ended, Streisand was named the most successful female singer in the U.S. - only Elvis Presley and The Beatles having sold more albums. [1]
[1] In 1982, New York Times music critic Stephen Holden wrote that Streisand was "the most influential mainstream American pop singer since Frank Sinatra."
After The Rain
Barbra Streisand Lyrics
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We bathe in the glow
Remembering what happened a moment ago
Like after the rain
When the wind breezes a sigh
While it's resting on pillows of sky
Deep in your arms
It's peaceful and warm
In a moment or two
We can hear the stars coming through
I love the quiet right after the rain here with you
After the rain
The birds want to fly
The trees all in green
Hang the leaves out to dry
Like puddles and pools
What your eyes let me see
Are their loving reflections of me
After a while
You touch me and then
I feel like a flower that longs for a shower again
And then lost in a kiss
I could stay forever like this
Though I don't know just what magic the raindrops contain
I know that everything's wonderful after the rain
The lyrics to Barbra Streisand's "After The Rain" describe the peaceful and content feeling that comes after a love-filled, romantic moment - just like how everything seems clearer and more beautiful after a downpour. The song opens with the lines "After we love, we bathe in a glow / Remembering what happened a moment ago," describing the euphoria of a moment just spent together. The next few lines focus on the physical sensations of being in love - being peaceful and warm in each other's arms, feeling calm like the stillness that follows a storm.
The second verse takes on a more metaphorical tone, playing on the imagery of rain and the world coming back to life afterwards. Streisand sings, "After the rain, the birds want to fly / The trees all in green hang the leaves out to dry," as if the world is awakening and coming back to life after a healing rain. She then focuses on the reflection of love and the feelings of being understood and adored. The line "what your eyes let me see / Are their loving reflections of me" is especially poignant, as it highlights the importance of feeling seen and appreciated by a partner.
Line by Line Meaning
After we love, we bathe in a glow
We feel the warmth and happiness that comes after we show love and affection towards each other.
Remembering what happened a moment ago
Thinking back to the moment of love and affection that we just shared.
Like after the rain, when the wind breezes a sigh
Similar to the calm and peaceful feeling after a refreshing rain and gentle breeze.
While it's resting on pillows of sky
The clouds hanging in the sky, resembling restful pillows that support the breeze.
Deep in your arms, it's peaceful and warm
Feeling secure and comforted in the embrace of a loved one.
Together we lay in a calm that comes after a storm
Sharing a contented moment together after going through a turbulent and difficult time.
In a moment or two, we can hear the stars coming through
The peace and calmness brings about a sense of clarity and heightened perception.
I love the quiet right after the rain here with you
Expressing the love and appreciation for the peaceful moments shared with a loved one.
After the rain, the birds want to fly
The refreshing rain brings about a sense of joy and liveliness for all living things.
The trees all in green hang the leaves out to dry
The lush greenery and foliage of nature absorbing the rain and the renewal it brings.
Like puddles and pools, what your eyes let me see
Comparing the reflection in a puddle or pool of water to the reflection of love and affection in a loved one's eyes.
Are their loving reflections of me
Seeing oneself reflected in the love and adoration of a partner.
After a while, you touch me and then
After a peaceful moment, a simple touch and physical connection can reignite the feeling of love and affection.
I feel like a flower that longs for a shower again
Feeling rejuvenated and refreshed after experiencing love and affection, and wanting more of it.
And then lost in a kiss,
Being completely engrossed and consumed by a kissing moment.
I could stay for hours like this
Losing track of time while wrapped up in a moment of pure love and affection.
Though I don't know just what magic the raindrops contain
Recognizing the inexplicable feeling of peace and calm that can come from nature's forces, such as rain.
I know that everything's wonderful after the rain
Despite not knowing the exact reason for the feeling, recognizing the beauty and contentedness that comes after experiencing life's storms.
Lyrics © Spirit Music Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Alan Bergman, Marilyn Bergman, Michel Jean Legrand
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