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."
Reprise: Evergreen
Barbra Streisand Lyrics
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Everyday a beginning
Spirits rise and their dance is unrehearsed
They warm and excite us
'Cause we have the brightest love
Two lights that shine as one
Morning glory and midnight sun
Time won't change the meaning of one love
Ageless and ever, ever, ever, evergreen
These lyrics convey the idea of a couple who are deeply in love and committed to each other. They see each new day as a fresh start and are excited to experience life together. The line "spirits rise and their dance is unrehearsed" suggests a spontaneity and joy in their relationship. The ultimate message of the song is that their love will endure the test of time and remain "evergreen" throughout their lives.
In many ways, these lyrics serve as a reflection of the movie "A Star is Born," which follows the story of two musicians who fall in love and face the ups and downs of fame and fortune together. The song captures the themes of the movie and highlights the emotional connection between the two main characters.
Line by Line Meaning
You and I will make each night the first
We will approach each night as if it's a new experience, with excitement and anticipation
Everyday a beginning
We will treat each day as a fresh start, with endless possibilities
Spirits rise and their dance is unrehearsed
We will let ourselves be spontaneous and free-spirited, without overthinking or planning our actions
They warm and excite us
These experiences make us feel alive and passionate
'Cause we have the brightest love
Our love is pure, strong, and radiant, fueling our happiness and fulfillment
Two lights that shine as one
Our individualities complement each other in a harmonious and unified way
Morning glory and midnight sun
We represent both the lightness and darkness of life, and accept and embrace both sides
Time we've learned to sail above
We have overcome the challenges and pressures of time, and have learned to focus on the present moment
Time won't change the meaning of one love
Our love is timeless and enduring, and cannot be affected by changes or challenges outside of us
Ageless and ever, ever, ever, evergreen
Our love transcends time and age, and remains evergreen and eternal, like nature itself
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: JOE TANNER
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