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."
Love with All The Trimmings
Barbra Streisand Lyrics
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When a wave came and swept me out to sea,
None of the loves that you known could prepare you
For the love raging everywhere in me.
For all the arms that have covered you,
The hands that have touched you,
And the lips you have lingered on before,
Added together would be less than an Hors d'ouvre
Love seasoned to entice,
Love with all the trimmings
Filled with spice,
Love flavored to your whim
Served piping hot with all the trimmings. Mmmm?
For I'll decode every breath and every sigh
Till your every lover's wish is fulfilled before it's made,
Toss in some jealousy and doubt
Should it be required,
Not rest till there's nothing more desired,
Thus loving as I do
Never never will you ever be untrue,
Having love with all the trimmings
Waiting all for you.
The lyrics to Barbra Streisand's "Love with All The Trimmings" explore the idea of a love that is all-encompassing and overwhelming, unlike anything that the lover has experienced before. The song is framed as a declaration of love for someone who the singer has been dreaming about, but who has now become a tangible presence in their life. The opening lines establish a sense of being swept away by the power of love when the singer is caught in a wave and carried out to sea - this is a metaphor for being overcome with emotion in the presence of their beloved.
The chorus of the song emphasizes the intensity of the singer's love, promising that they will provide all of the "trimmings" and extras that are necessary to make their relationship magical and satisfying. The verses reinforce this idea, promising to "decode" every breath and "fulfill every lover's wish" before it is even spoken. The singer is confident in their love, and even suggests that they will be able to introduce a little bit of jealousy and doubt if their partner desires it. They vow to never be untrue and to always provide love with everything that it needs to thrive.
At its core, "Love with All The Trimmings" is a song about the power of love to transform and uplift one's life. The lyrics suggest that when we find the right person, love can be all-consuming and life-changing, providing us with everything that we need to be happy and fulfilled. Through the vivid imagery of waves and banquets, Barbra Streisand paints a picture of love that is both dynamic and nourishing.
Line by Line Meaning
My dearest love who existed in a dream till this evening
I have always longed for you, my beloved, but finally we have met in real life.
When a wave came and swept me out to sea,
I was completely overcome by the love I have for you.
None of the loves that you known could prepare you
Even if you have loved before, you cannot comprehend the immense love I feel for you.
For the love raging everywhere in me.
My love for you is wild and consuming, it cannot be contained.
For all the arms that have covered you,
Even if other people have held you in their arms,
The hands that have touched you,
or touched your skin,
And the lips you have lingered on before,
or you have kissed other lips before,
Added together would be less than an Hors d'ouvre
the sum of all those experiences would be nothing in comparison to the love I have.
In the banquet of love I have in store
I have so much love to give you, beyond what you can imagine.
Love seasoned to entice,
My love for you is enticing and appealing,
Love with all the trimmings
In addition, my love comes with all the extras and details,
Filled with spice,
There's a stimulating flavor that makes it even more intense,
Love flavored to your whim
and it's tailor-made just for you,
Served piping hot with all the trimmings. Mmmm?
It's freshly made, hot and full of flavors to savor. Don't you think?
For I'll decode every breath and every sigh
I'll listen to every word you say and every sound you make,
Till your every lover's wish is fulfilled before it's made,
so I can anticipate your every desire and make it come true,
Toss in some jealousy and doubt
If it's necessary to spice things up, I'll add some jealousy or doubt
Should it be required,
whenever you need it,
Not rest till there's nothing more desired,
I won't stop until you're fully satisfied,
Thus loving as I do
This is how much I love you, this is how I show my affection,
Never never will you ever be untrue,
Because of how much I love you, you'll never want to be unfaithful.
Having love with all the trimmings
Because of all I am offering,
Waiting all for you.
this love is waiting for you to accept it.
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Miss JessieA
Can we please just take a moment to appreciate these absolutely gorgeous lyrics? The way she sings them, with such earnest, completely encapsulates the depth of a woman's love.
"For I’ll decode every breath and every sigh
Till your every lover's wish
Is fulfilled before it's made
Toss in some jealousy and doubt
Should it be required
Not to rest till there's nothing more desired
Thus loving as I do
Never, never will you ever be untrue
Having love with all the trimmings
Waiting home for you..."
65wiseman
She has great majesty in this scene. She is a sorceress, a seductress, an enchantress - absolutely stunning.
Blue Beazley
And most underrated as an actor, I wish she had made more and better films, the ghastly 'Guilt trip', in her later career. THIS is my favourite Barbra Streisand film!
LOREN CAPPS
her object of affection isn't to bad either.
65wiseman
@richard fouts Love to you for your kindness -
richard fouts
You're a poet.
Deborney Armando
...yes stunning.
david vornsand
I don't think in my 63 years have i ever seen and heard such beauty.
Paul Bat
This scene is so so beautiful.
Melinda is "tops". And the costuming is the greatest.
Shantena Freeman
It's called Thunderstruck!!!
I was a young girl when it hit me!!!
Miss JessieA
Can we please just take a moment to appreciate these absolutely gorgeous lyrics? The way she sings them, with such earnest, completely encapsulates the depth of a woman's love.
"For I’ll decode every breath and every sigh
Till your every lover's wish
Is fulfilled before it's made
Toss in some jealousy and doubt
Should it be required
Not to rest till there's nothing more desired
Thus loving as I do
Never, never will you ever be untrue
Having love with all the trimmings
Waiting home for you..."