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."
Happy Days Are Here Again
Barbra Streisand Lyrics
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Go long bad times
We are rid of you at last
Howdy gay times
Cloudy gray times
You are now a thing of the past
Happy days are here again
So let's sing a song of cheer again
Happy days are here again
Altogether, shout it now
There's no one who can doubt it now
So let's tell the world about it now
Happy days are here again
Your cares and troubles are gone
There'll be no more from now on
From now on
Happy days are here again
The skies above are clear again
So, let's sing a song of cheer again
Happy times
Happy nights
Happy days
Are here again
The lyrics to Barbra Streisand's song Happy Days Are Here Again describe a feeling of relief and joy after a period of sadness and struggle. The first stanza refers to the difficult times that the singer and listener have experienced, but asserts that those times are now over. The second stanza announces that happy times have returned, with clear skies and a sense of celebration. The third stanza encourages the listener to join in the celebration and share the news that happy days are back.
The repetition of the phrase "happy days are here again" throughout the song creates a sense of optimism and hope. The use of "we" and "altogether" implies a community or shared experience, suggesting that the happiness is not just personal but collective. Additionally, the use of "howdy gay times" and "cloudy gray times" creates a contrast between positive and negative experiences, emphasizing the significance of the shift from one to the other.
Overall, the lyrics to Happy Days Are Here Again offer a message of resilience, perseverance, and the ultimate triumph of happiness over sadness.
Line by Line Meaning
So long sad times
Farewell to times filled with melancholy and tears
Go long bad times
Let the trying and difficult times be gone forever
We are rid of you at last
We have finally gotten over these dark moments
Howdy gay times
Greetings to lively and joyous days ahead
Cloudy gray times
Sorrowful and gloomy times are now behind us
You are now a thing of the past
We have moved on from these somber days and they exist no more
Happy days are here again
Times of gladness and merriment are upon us once more
The skies above are clear again
The environment around us is now bright and serene
So let's sing a song of cheer again
We are now in a position to celebrate and make merry
Altogether shout it now
Let us all raise our voices and proclaim it loudly
There's no one who can doubt it now
There is no denying the fact that happy days have arrived
So let's tell the world about it now
We should spread the word and let everyone know of our happiness
Your cares and troubles are gone
All worries and problems are now a thing of the past
There'll be no more from now on
Going forward, there will be no more distressing moments
Happy times, Happy nights, Happy days
The days ahead are full of joy, elation, and excitement
Are here again
Happiness has come back to us after a long break
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Royalty Network, Capitol CMG Publishing
Written by: Jack Yellen, Milton Ager
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@carolinemoore8222
Such a joyful positive song that reminds us after hard times we can be happy again!
@rr7firefly
The exciting and changing (as in improving) times that Barbra spoke about? Why does that all seem like an eternity ago? So many problems and so many autocratic leaders who are making a mess of everything for the last 5 years.
@user-kf8wb2cq4f
Corrupt Clinton's. 😆
@markrichard4274
True in tragedy and triumph we do eventually get through hard times!!!! It is very difficult sometimes 🎉!!
@cliffordbeverly3551
" You can sit down now Ma", "she'll stay there forever!. 🤣
@bostongirl9277
Imagine how proud she must be
@englishcountryside4581
Is that Elliot Gould @ 5:28?
@farout166
Yes, and their son.