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."
Kiss Me in the Rain
Barbra Streisand Lyrics
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Feeling the softness of a warm summer rain
I see the reflections of my mind
All the sadness all the pain
Visions of yesterday,
How fast they slip away
And though my dreams have come and gone
With one wish I can say,
Kiss me in the rain, and make me feel like a child again
Bring back all those memories
Kiss me in the rain, and make me feel like a child again
With the feeling that I get,
I don't even mind if we get wet
And if I drift outside myself
Please don't turn away
I'm searching for the innocence
I've lost along the way
Come join me in my fantasy
Step out of space and time
There's only one thing left to do
So if you wouldn't mind,
Kiss me in the rain, and make me feel like a child again
Bring back all those memories
Kiss me in the rain, and make me feel like a child again
With the feeling that I get,
I don't even mind if I get wet
Kiss me in the rain, and make me feel like a child again
Bring back all those memories
Kiss me in the rain, and make me feel like a child again
With the feeling that I get,
I don't even mind if I get wet
Come on kiss me in the rain
Oh, won't you kiss me in the rain
With the feeling that I get
I don't even mind if I get wet
The lyrics of "Kiss Me in the Rain" convey a sense of nostalgia and wistfulness, as the singer longs for the innocence and joy of childhood memories. The reference to sitting on the front steps and feeling the softness of a warm summer rain creates a feeling of vulnerability and openness to the world. The reflections of the mind bring up images of sadness and pain, reminding the listener of the difficulties of life that emerge even in childhood.
The lyrics go on to describe a desire to relive those happy memories, and a plea to a lover to help recapture those feelings by reconnecting with the simple things that used to bring joy. The chorus, with its repeated call to "Kiss me in the rain," becomes a symbol for rekindling childhood joy and wonder. The song ends with a playful reference to getting wet in the rain, underscoring the sense of freedom and abandon that the singer craves.
Overall, the lyrics to "Kiss Me in the Rain" paint a powerful picture of longing and nostalgia for the simple pleasures of youth, while also acknowledging the challenges and difficulties that come with growing up.
Line by Line Meaning
I remember sitting on the front steps
Memories of the past when I sat on the front steps
Feeling the softness of a warm summer rain
The sensation of warm rain on my skin
I see the reflections of my mind
My thoughts and emotions reflected in the rain
All the sadness all the pain
Memories of sadness and pain overwhelm me
Visions of yesterday, How fast they slip away
Memories fade quickly over time
And though my dreams have come and gone
Even though my dreams have been fulfilled and lost
With one wish I can say, Kiss me in the rain, and make me feel like a child again
A wish to recapture the innocence and joy of childhood through a kiss in the rain
Bring back all those memories
A desire to relive happy memories
With the feeling that I get, I don't even mind if we get wet
The desire for the experience is so strong that discomfort does not matter
And if I drift outside myself
If I lose myself in my thoughts
Please don't turn away
A plea to not be left alone in my thoughts
I'm searching for the innocence I've lost along the way
A search to recapture the purity of a more innocent time
Come join me in my fantasy
An invitation to escape reality together
Step out of space and time
To leave behind the constraints of the present moment
There's only one thing left to do
The only thing left is to experience the joy of the moment
So if you wouldn't mind, Kiss me in the rain, and make me feel like a child again
A request to share the experience of recapturing childhood innocence through a kiss in the rain
Come on kiss me in the rain
An urgent appeal for the experience to begin
Oh, won't you kiss me in the rain
A hopeful plea for the desired experience
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, ROCK 'N' SOUL MUSIC, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: SANDY FARINA, PADDY MCALOON, LISA RATNER
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