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."
For All We Know
Barbra Streisand Lyrics
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We may never meet again
Before you go, make this moment sweet again
We won't say good night until the last minute
I will hold out my hand
And my heart, my heart will be in it
For all we know
This may only be a dream
So love me tonight, tomorrow was made for some
Tomorrow may never come
For all we know
[speaking]
There are so many challenges that our country faces, especially the problems of life in our big cities. so may we all continue to work together toward a kinder and more peaceful world; take care
Ourselves and each other, and i'm really glad that our paths have crossed...
Goodbye for tonight, remember it now and then
Someday we may meet again
For all we know
Oooo...there's no telling where or when
For all we know...
[speaking] thank you so much! thank you!
Well, this has been an unforgettable experience for me...nowhere on my tour have i been so warmly welcomed, than in the greatest place in the world, my home town, New York city! and there are so
People here tonight! just, just imagine how boring life would be if we were all the same! and my idea of a perfect world is one in which we really appreciate each other's differences... short/
Democrat/republican, black/white, gay/straight...a world in which all of us are equal, but definitely not the same, right? hello times square! thank you New York!
The song "For All We Know" is a romantic ballad that highlights the transience of life and acknowledges that the future is unpredictable. The lyrics explore the idea of making the most of the present moment because we can never be certain whether there will be another chance to do so in the future. The opening lines express the possibility of never meeting again, and this sets the stage for the theme of the song. The singer implores the listener to make the moment sweet before saying goodnight, signaling a desire to hold onto the present and the emotions attached to it. The last few lines of the song suggest the impossibility of knowing what tomorrow holds, underscoring the importance of living and loving fully today.
There is a sense of vulnerability in the lyrics, as the singer acknowledges that life is fleeting, and things can change at any moment. The metaphor of a ripple on the stream emphasizes the idea that we are all part of a bigger picture and the importance of making our mark while we can. The spoken word section of the song serves as a reminder of the world's issues and the need to work collectively to create a better society. The song ultimately ends on a note of hope, and while the future is uncertain, it is possible that the people we meet along the way will cross our paths again.
Line by Line Meaning
For all we know
We are uncertain of what the future holds
We may never meet again
It is possible that we may never reunite
Before you go, make this moment sweet again
Before departing, let's make this instance memorable
We won't say good night until the last minute
We won't conclude our evening until the end
I will hold out my hand
I will offer you my assistance
And my heart, my heart will be in it
This interaction is heartfelt and sincere
This may only be a dream
This could merely be a figment of our imagination
We come and we go like a ripple on the stream
We exist briefly and briefly fade away
So love me tonight, tomorrow was made for some
Give me affection tonight, tomorrow might not be given the opportunity
Tomorrow may never come
There is no guarantee of a tomorrow
Goodbye for tonight, remember it now and then
Farewell for now, reminisce on this occasion periodically
Someday we may meet again
Potentially, we will encounter each other in the future
Oooo...there's no telling where or when
There is no way of predicting when and where we may cross paths
Lyrics © Kanjian Music, BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: J Fred Coots, Samuel M Lewis
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Steven Greer
When I was a poor black child growing up in the projects. Whenever I was alone I would draw the drapes and pull out my secret stash of Barbra Streisand records. She was the my escape from all of the Ugliness that surrounded me;daily. For that I forever grateful to her.
Kelly McKay
this song touches my Soul.. To me She is still the Greatest Singer on the PLanet EVER!!!!
maureen1938
SUPERB....I love this song and sung by Barbra it's beautiful, thanks for posting this outstanding video
Denitsa Zarkova
Barbra is THE BEST FOREVER!!!!She is the charmest actress and singer!!! I love you Barbra!!!!!
Darryl Matthews
Great song coupled with a great movie. One of Babs all time greatest directing jobs. The academy missed the boat that year in passing over this movie.
Brian Eduardo
The montage from the movie shows what a great director BJS is.... she should have been a least nominated for the Oscar and Nick Nolte should have been best actor, he was just superb in the role
Richard Shaw
Barbra Streisand is one of my favorite singers. She has a soothing voice. This song is backed by strings and a video from the movie Prince Of Tides 1991. This is an old Nat King Cole song and she gives it her own interpretation. It's lovely.
Kirill Masikov
Richard Shaw
JustALittleDiva
God this song is gorgeous!
necktieguy
What a classic jazz standard! Ms. Streisand's interpretation is so beautifully performed in a mellow, almost blues-style. She has given a new interpretation to this timesless song. Thanks for this post.