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."
How Lucky Can You Get
Barbra Streisand Lyrics
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Ain't she got fun,
She's the luckiest one
Satin on my shoulder and a smile on my lips
How lucky can you get
Money in my pocket right at my fingertips
How lucky can you get
You can circle the globe with my circle of friends
Someone I am crazy for is crazy for me
I'm his personal pet
Wow how lucky can you get
See her diamonds are gleam her life is a dream
Wrap it up and charge it that's my is my favorite phrase
How lucky can you get
When I see the chauffeur think I'll give him a raise
How lucky can you get
Weekends in the country with the baron of course
And a wardrobe to shock Mrs. Asters pet horse
Making merry music with the one that I love
We're a perfect duet
Gee how lucky can you
Wee how lucky can you
Wow how lucky can you get
Ain't she got fun
She's the luck the luck the luck the luck the luck
The luck the luck the luck the luck the luck
The luck
Satin on my shoulder how lucky can you get
Money in my pocket how lucky can you get
Every night's a party where the fun never ends
You can circle the globe with my circle of friends
Someone I am crazy for is crazy for me
I'm his personal pat
Wow how lucky can you get
He there gorgeous
Big success
What's your secret gorgeous
Just lucky I guess
You wanna know what it's really like
Fantastic!
Satin on my shoulder and a smile on my lips
Money in my pocket right at my fingertips
Wrap it up and charge it that's my favorite phrase
How lucky
When I see the chauffeur think I'll give him a raise
How lucky
Life's a bed of roses whirling perfume on me
You can spare me the blues I don't sing in that key
And if there's a man who'd leave me I am happy to say
I haven't run into him yet
Gee wee wow
How lucky, how lucky can you get!
The lyrics to Barbra Streisand's "How Lucky Can You Get" paint a picture of a woman living a lavish life filled with glamour, love, and endless parties. The first verse talks about Fanny, who is referred to as the luckiest one. Fanny seems to be a symbol of fun and joy, and the singer admires her for it. The next verse discusses the wealth of the singer, with money at her fingertips and diamonds that gleam. She lives a life where she can wrap up anything and charge it, and even has the power to give her chauffeur a raise.
The chorus repeats the phrase "how lucky can you get," emphasizing the theme of fortune and luxury. The singer's circle of friends is vast, and every night is a party that never ends. She is in love with someone who is crazy about her, and they are a perfect duet. Throughout the song, the singer exudes confidence and contentment with her life, noting that she hasn't run into any men who would leave her yet.
Overall, the song is a celebration of wealth, happiness, and love. It portrays a life that many people dream of but not many can have. The lyrics suggest that luck and good fortune are the keys to a fulfilling and satisfied life.
Line by Line Meaning
Fanny
My friend Fanny is so much fun, and she's incredibly lucky.
Ain't she got fun, She's the luckiest one
Fanny is not only a lot of fun, but she's also incredibly lucky.
Satin on my shoulder and a smile on my lips
I'm dressed to impress and feeling great.
How lucky can you get
I'm so lucky to feel as good as I do right now.
Money in my pocket right at my fingertips
I've got so much money, I can practically feel it in my pocket.
Every night a party where the fun never ends
I have an incredibly exciting social life, and the party never stops.
You can circle the globe with my circle of friends
My social circle is so extensive that you could travel around the world and still be with my friends.
Someone I am crazy for is crazy for me
The person I love also loves me just as passionately.
I'm his personal pet
My lover treats me like his prized possession.
Wow how lucky can you get
I'm incredibly fortunate to have found such a perfect love.
See her diamonds are gleam her life is a dream
Look at this woman with her shining diamonds and perfect life.
Wrap it up and charge it that's my is my favorite phrase
I love to spend money on luxurious things.
When I see the chauffeur think I'll give him a raise
Even my chauffeur deserves a reward for working for me.
Weekends in the country with the baron of course
I enjoy spending my weekends in the country with my wealthy friends.
And a wardrobe to shock Mrs. Asters pet horse
I have such an impressive wardrobe that even Mrs. Aster's pet horse would be impressed.
Making merry music with the one that I love
I enjoy making beautiful music with my beloved partner.
We're a perfect duet
We are completely in sync and harmonious.
Gee how lucky can you
I am filled with wonder at how fortunate I am.
Wee how lucky can you
I can hardly believe my incredible luck.
Wow how lucky can you get
I really am the luckiest person in the world.
Satin on my shoulder how lucky can you get
I am dressed to the nines and am feeling amazing.
Life's a bed of roses whirling perfume on me
My life is beautiful and smells incredible.
You can spare me the blues I don't sing in that key
I refuse to dwell on negative things in life - I'm too happy to be bothered.
And if there's a man who'd leave me I am happy to say, I haven't run into him yet
No man would ever want to leave me - I'm just too perfect.
Gee wee wow
I am completely amazed at how wonderful my life is right now.
How lucky, how lucky can you get!
I really am the luckiest person in the world, and I can hardly believe it.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: FRED EBB, JOHN KANDER
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Rob DeRosa
Love every moment of this. Those vocals, the look, the emotion, and how she looks in that dress….perfect
BIGTODD250
I think it's Bob Mackie-at his finest!
MusicToMyEars
Folks, we won't hear the likes of this singing again in our lifetime. This is one of my favorite Streisand songs, but really there are too many to list. She is the greatest star, no doubt, with that God-given voice. We are blessed to hear it.
Gregory Wirth
one of my favorite moments in the song is when she sings, "life's a bed of roses swirling perfume on me" and the horns "spritz her", then, "you can spare me the blues" and the orchestra hits it with a blues type burst, then, "I don't sing in that key", and the orchestra & her switch up the key.
it's really a remarkable piece of music both orchestra & vocalist
thisherecat4 Black
In the non-singing moments one can really appraciate what an effective actress she is.
John Cortesi
True!!!
Michele Tamara
Essa cena, esse vestido, essa atuação, são perfeitos.
mca1218
"What's your secret, Gorgeous?!! Just lucky, I guess!!"
Not only a great vocal, but a stunning piece of theater. The entire performance erupts from the emotion of the character. It starts from a record- and small bits of business of humming along and even singing in counterpart- but then a rush of anger and frustration brings on a new reprise of the song by the time Fanny has come to the empty stage. Shades of "Don't Rain On My Parade." Had the clip continued for a few more seconds, you would've seen the dejected James Caan overhearing everything. A wonderful clip of "Funny Lady."'
Gina Troutman
That's my favorite part of the song. The high note is like diamonds passing across the eardrums
James Donnan
Stunning the first time I saw and heard it, today, its still superbly stunning. A true actress and songstress!