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."
I'll Know
Barbra Streisand Lyrics
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I'll know then and there
I'll know at the sight of his face
How I care, how I care, how I care
And I'll stop, and I'll stare, and I'll know
Long before we can speak
I'll know in my heart
Am I right, am I wise, am I smart?
But I but I'll stop and I'll stare
At that face in the throng
Yes, I'll know when my love comes along
That he'll stand before my eyes one day
I won't need a second glance his way
I'll know when my love comes along
I'll know then and there
I'll know at the sight of his face
How I care, how I care, how I care
And I'll stop, and I'll stare at that face in the throng
Yes, I'll know when my love comes along
In the song "I'll Know" by Barbra Streisand, the lyrics express the idea of love at first sight. The lyrics convey an emotional moment, describing the feeling of knowing that the person you've been waiting for has finally arrived. The song expresses the idea that when true love comes along, it will be undeniable and unmistakable.
The song suggests that the person who the singer has been waiting for will be immediately recognizable by their appearance, and that no further inquiry will be necessary. The singer anticipates finding this person simply by seeing their face in a crowd, and they believe that they will immediately know that this is the one they've been waiting for. The lyrics express a sense of certainty and confidence, as if the singer knows that this love is meant to be and that there can be no doubt.
The song captures the feeling of hope and anticipation that comes with the search for true love, and it conveys the sense of longing that can sometimes accompany that search. Overall, the lyrics demonstrate a sense of idealism and romanticism, suggesting that true love is something that can be discovered if we remain open and patient.
Line by Line Meaning
I'll know when my love comes along
I have a strong feeling that I will know when I find my true love.
I'll know then and there
The moment I lay my eyes on him, I will know that he is the one for me.
I'll know at the sight of his face
Just by looking at him, I will feel an overwhelming connection and affection towards him.
How I care, how I care, how I care
My love for him will be intense and profound, beyond words and measure.
And I'll stop, and I'll stare, and I'll know
I will be completely captivated by him and will know in my heart that he is the one for me.
Long before we can speak
Even before we exchange a single word, I will know deep in my soul that he is my soulmate.
I'll know in my heart
My intuition and instincts will tell me everything I need to know about him.
I will know and I won't ever ask
I don't need anyone else's opinion or approval, I know in my heart that he is the one for me.
Am I right, am I wise, am I smart?
I won't question my feelings or myself, because I'm confident that my love is true and real.
But I but I'll stop, and I'll stare, at that face in the throng
Even among a crowd of people, he will stand out to me and I will be drawn to him.
Yes, I'll know when my love comes along
I have faith that someday I will find the love of my life and all of my doubts will be silenced.
That he'll stand before my eyes one day
I believe that fate will bring us together at the right time and place.
I won't need a second glance his way
I won't have any doubts or reservations, I'll know in my heart that he's the one and only for me.
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