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."
Sleep In Heavenly Peace
Barbra Streisand Lyrics
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All is calm, all is bright
Round yon virgin, mother and child
Holy infant so tender and mild
Sleep in heavenly peace
Sleep in heavenly peace
Silent night, holy night
Round yon virgin, mother and child
Holy infant so tender and mild
Sleep in heavenly peace
Sleep in heavenly peace
The lyrics of Barbra Streisand's "Sleep In Heavenly Peace" are a hymn-like portrayal of the peaceful and holy night when Jesus Christ was born. The first few lines begin with "Silent night, holy night," which sets the tone for the song to be meditative and reflective. The following lines continue to depict the peaceful and serene atmosphere, "all is calm, all is bright," which reinforce the essence of tranquility and peace, magnificent enough to bring harmony to any turmoil one's soul may carry.
The next two lines unite Mary, the mother of Jesus, and her child with a glowing halo around them. This imagery sends a message that the newborn baby is blessed and protected. The last two lines of the refrain, "Sleep in heavenly peace, Sleep in heavenly peace," are a heartfelt prayer that speaks volumes about the faith and hope that Mary and Joseph had on this miraculous night. The lines are also significant because they invite the listener to meditate and reflect on the spirituality of this night, which is to rest peacefully and securely in heaven's embrace.
Line by Line Meaning
Silent night, holy night
A peaceful and religious night, filled with holiness and calmness.
All is calm, all is bright
Everything around is quiet and serene, with a bright and hopeful feeling in the air.
Round yon virgin, mother and child
Around the virgin mother and her child, who is a symbol of purity and innocence.
Holy infant so tender and mild
The newborn baby is innocent and kind, exuding a feeling of meekness and gentleness.
Sleep in heavenly peace
Rest in a peaceful and serene state, with harmony and tranquility surrounding.
Sleep in heavenly peace
Rest in a peaceful and serene state, with harmony and tranquility surrounding.
Lyrics © Wixen Music Publishing, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: DP, Raymond Ellis
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