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."
God Bless The Child
Barbra Streisand Lyrics
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Still is used.
Mama may have,papa may have.so God bless the child who's got his own,who's got
His own.
Yes,the strong gets more,while the weak once fade.empty pockets don't ever make
It great.
Money you have lot of friends crowdin' round the door.when you're gone and
Spend it ends,they don't need no more.
Rich relation give,just the bread of such.you can help yourself,but don't take
Too much.
Mama.....
The lyrics of Barbra Streisand's "God Bless The Child" are a commentary on the lack of social mobility and the unequal distribution of wealth in society. The first verse references the Biblical proverb that those who have nothing will continue to lose out, while those who already have will continue to gain. The phrase "them that's not shall lose" suggests that the poor will continue to suffer, while the rich will become even richer. Barbra Streisand makes a plea for God to bless the child who has their own, for in a world where there is such inequality, those who can stand on their own two feet are truly blessed.
The second verse speaks of the pain and loneliness that comes with wealth. The singer suggests that people only gather around those who have money, and once the money is gone, the friends disappear too. Rich relatives may give, but only begrudgingly, and with the expectation that the recipient will not take too much. The song suggests that money corrupts relationships and can be a lonely, isolating experience.
Line by Line Meaning
Them that's not shall get,them that's not shall loose.so the Bible said,and it Still is used.
Those who do not have enough will continue to lose, just like the saying from the Bible that is still relevant today.
Mama may have,papa may have.so God bless the child who's got his own,who's got His own.
Being self-sufficient is a great blessing from God for the child who does not have to rely on their parents all the time.
Yes,the strong gets more,while the weak once fade.empty pockets don't ever make It great.
The strong continue to thrive and be successful while the weak continue to fall behind. Money is not the be-all and end-all for greatness.
Money you have lot of friends crowdin' round the door.when you're gone and Spend it ends,they don't need no more.
When you have money, many people will be your friends and seek your favor, but when the money runs out, so do the 'friends.'
Rich relation give,just the bread of such.you can help yourself,but don't take Too much.
Wealthy family members or relatives may give money, but it may only be a small amount. It is important to be self-reliant and not rely too much on others for financial support.
Mama...
This line is a repetition of the chorus and emphasizes the importance of self-sufficiency and not relying on others for financial stability.
Contributed by Jake Y. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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