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 Got Plenty Of Nothin
Barbra Streisand Lyrics
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They can steal the rug from the floor
That's okay with me, 'cause the things that I prize
Like the stars in the skies they're all free
Oh, I got plenty of nothin', and nothin's plenty for me
I got no car, I got no mule, I got no misery!
The folks with plenty of plenty
They got a lock on their door
While they're out there makin' more
What for?
I got no lock on the door
That's the way to be
They can steal the rug from the floor
That's okay with me cause the things that I prize
Like the stars in the skies, are all free
So, I got plenty of nothin', and nothin's plenty for me
I got the sun, i got the moon, I got the deep blue sea
The folks with plenty of plenty
All they got to pray all the day
Seems with plenty, you sure got to worry
How to keep the devil away
Keep them away
Oh, I'm never afraid about hell, till my time arrives
Never worry, never worry, long as I'm well
Never one to strive to be good, to be bad
What the hell, I'm just glad I'm alive!
Oh, I got plenty of nothin', and nothin's plenty for me
Got my man, got my love, and I, I got my song!
The lyrics of Barbra Streisand's song "I Got Plenty Of Nothin" highlights a fascinating contrast between the singer and others in society that have more material possessions than her. Throughout the lyrics, the singer celebrates the fact that she does not have a lock on her door, meaning that she is not concerned about material possessions and theft. She prefers to focus on the free things in life that are priceless, such as the stars in the sky. She declares that she has plenty of nothing and this is enough for her, showing her contentment with her life.
She also emphasizes her appreciation for the simple things in life and shows her indifference to material possessions. She does not have a car, a mule, or any form of luxury but maintains that it does not cause her any misery. The singer expresses her gratitude for the things that she does have such as the sun, the moon, and the deep blue sea.
The chorus reiterates that she has plenty of nothing and asserts that nothing is plenty for her. She acknowledges that those who have plenty of plenty are always worried about keeping the devil away and have to pray all day long. However, she is not concerned about the devil or about trying to be good or bad as she believes that being alive is enough to be glad about.
Additionally, the song highlights the significance of how the lack of material possessions can be liberating and bring contentment. The song also focuses on the importance of gratitude and being satisfied with what one has.
Line by Line Meaning
I got no lock on the door, that's the way to be
I don't have a lock on my door because I believe in living freely and without fear of material losses.
They can steal the rug from the floor, that's okay with me, 'cause the things that I prize like the stars in the skies they're all free
I'm not concerned about losing material possessions because the things I value most, such as the beauty of the night sky, are free and cannot be taken away.
Oh, I got plenty of nothin', and nothin's plenty for me
I may not have material wealth, but I still have plenty in life and I am content with what I have.
I got no car, I got no mule, I got no misery!
I don't have material possessions like cars or mules, but I also don't have any problems and feel fortunate to be without suffering.
The folks with plenty of plenty, they got a lock on their door, afraid somebody is agoin' to rub 'em while they're out there makin' more, what for?
People who have abundance often live in constant fear of losing it all, and I don't see the point in accumulating more and more when they already have so much.
I got the sun, I got the moon, I got the deep blue sea
I may not have material wealth, but I feel blessed to have the natural wonders of the sun, moon, and sea in my life.
The folks with plenty of plenty, all they got to pray all the day, seems with plenty, you sure got to worry how to keep the devil away, keep them away
Wealthy people often pray and worry about how to protect their possessions and themselves from harm, while I am free from these concerns and can enjoy life.
Oh, I'm never afraid about hell, till my time arrives, never worry, never worry, long as I'm well
I don't concern myself with thoughts about punishment in the afterlife, as long as I am healthy and well in the present.
Never one to strive to be good, to be bad, what the hell, I'm just glad I'm alive!
I don't try to be either good or bad, I simply enjoy my life and feel grateful for each day.
Got my man, got my love, and I, I got my song!
I am grateful for the love and relationships in my life, as well as the joy that music brings me.
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: DU BOSE HEYWARD, GEORGE GERSHWIN, IRA GERSHWIN
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