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've Got a Crush On You
Barbra Streisand Lyrics
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Would be to capture me
But you had such persistence, you wore down my resistance
I fell and it was swell
I'm your big and brave and handsome Romeo
How I won you I shall never never know
It's not that you're attractive
When you came into view
I've got a crush on you, sweetie pie
All the day and night time give me sigh
I never had the least notion that
I could fall with so much emotion
Could you coo, could you care?
For a cunning cottage we could share
The world will pardon my mush
'Cause I have got a crush on you
Could you coo, could you care?
For a cunning cottage
That we could share
The world will pardon my mush
'Cause I have got a crush, my baby, on you
"I've Got a Crush on You" is a classic love song that tells the story of falling in love unexpectedly. The first two lines of the song speak to the popularity of the singer, implying that many women would like to capture his attention. However, the singer notes that it was the persistence of one person in particular that led to his eventually falling in love. This speaks to the idea that sometimes true love isn't found in the most obvious places or with the most obvious people, but can come as a surprise.
The lyrics of the song then transition to the singer expressing his feelings for the person who won his heart. He states that it wasn't necessarily the person's physical attractiveness that drew him in, but rather something about them that made his heart "grow active." This speaks to the idea that we are often drawn to people based on intangible qualities like personality, sense of humor, or shared interests.
The song concludes with the singer expressing his desire to coo and care for his love interest, and inviting them to share a cunning cottage. He acknowledges that some may think he is being overly sentimental or mushy, but he doesn't care because he has a crush on this person. Overall, the lyrics of "I've Got a Crush on You" speak to the unexpected nature of love and the power it holds over us.
Line by Line Meaning
How glad the many millions of Annabelles and Lillians
Would be to capture me
There are many women who would be thrilled to have my attention, but you were the one who succeeded in winning my heart.
But you had such persistence, you wore down my resistance
I fell and it was swell
You never gave up on pursuing me, which eventually led to me falling for you, and it was a wonderful experience.
I'm your big and brave and handsome Romeo
How I won you I shall never never know
I may be your romantic hero, but I'm still amazed that I was able to win your love.
It's not that you're attractive
But, oh, my heart grew active
When you came into view
It's not just your physical beauty that captured my heart, but the way you make me feel when I see you.
I've got a crush on you, sweetie pie
All the day and night time give me sigh
I never had the least notion that
I could fall with so much emotion
My infatuation for you is constant and overwhelming, and I never imagined I could feel this strongly for someone.
Could you coo, could you care?
For a cunning cottage we could share
The world will pardon my mush
'Cause I have got a crush on you
Would you be interested in living together in a cozy home? I hope the world will forgive my romantic sentimentality, because I'm deeply in love with you.
Could you coo, could you care?
For a cunning cottage
That we could share
The world will pardon my mush
'Cause I have got a crush, my baby, on you
Would you want to share a charming home with me? My love for you is undeniable and I hope the world forgives my overly sentimental feelings.
Lyrics © Kanjian Music, BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: George Gershwin, Ira Gershwin
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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I've Got a Crush On You
Frank Sinatra
I've got a crush on you, sweetie pie
All the day and night-time give me sigh
I never had the least notion that
I could fall with so much emotion
Could you coo, could you care
For a cunning cottage we could share
The world will pardon my mush
'Cause I have got a crush on you
Could you coo, could you care
For a cunning cottage
That we could share
The world will pardon my mush
'Cause I have got a crush, my baby, on you
@annies6631
My dad and I used to sing this together when I was a little girl. I miss you dad💜
@JD-mk9qp
This is memorable! Thank you for sharing this! May your father rest in peace.
@ceciliawithington7784
Me tocó miss you Daddy
@racinesemey9377
Me too girl! Miss my papa 😢
@viper1320
Respect, Love, Honour, Cherished Memories and Condolences
@MistyHazel
Me and my Dad did too, he passed away in 2019 😔 So sorry for your loss xxxx
@renatalimarzi
Impossible to sing better than this....
Two legends...
@michaelynedwards1043
Yes, indeed; my thoughts xactly Renata.
@renatalimarzi
@Michaelyn Edwards Thank you so much! Ciao!
@Bianca-hk3pz
Since I was little my dad and I would sing this driving around in his car 💕