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."
Something New In My Life
Barbra Streisand Lyrics
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A new key to fit a new door
To wake and see a different view in my life
What I've been waiting for
Dreams like everyone I've had a few in my life
Who knew that this one would come true in my life
I knew the moment that you touched me
You're like a sudden breeze that blew in my life
A new face, a new smile, a new song
And now I know I wanted you in my life all along
You're like a chance I had to take in my life
I found you I couldn't lose you
And all the difference that you make in my life
The feelings I never knew
I guess I must have saved an empty place in my heart
For you to come and fill the space in my heart
That long before I said, I loved you
I loved you
Whatever happens this is true in my life
When all the springs have come and gone
Whatever doors I may go through in my life
Whatever else that I may do in my life
You'll always be the something new in my life
From now on
I know there always will be you in my life
From now on
The lyrics of Barbra Streisand's song "Something New In My Life" express the desire for a change. The song starts with the singer confessing to wanting something new in her life- a new key to fit a new door. She wants to wake up and see a different perspective, something that she's been waiting for. The singer then shares that she's had a few dreams in her life, but who knew that this one would come true. She knew the moment she was touched by the person she's waiting for, and this person seems to have brought new life to her stale situation. This person is like a sudden breeze that blew into her life and brought a new face, a new smile, and a new song.
The singer compares this person to a chance she had to take and couldn't bear to lose, and now she can't imagine life without them. This person has made all the difference in her life, and she's grateful to have them. She believes she must have saved an empty place in her heart for this person to come and fill the space, even before she confessed her love. The singer declares that no matter what happens in her life, this person will always be the something new in her life, and she knows that there will always be this person in her life from now on.
The song describes the feeling of finding something new and refreshing in life. It could be interpreted as finding a new lover, but it could also be personal growth or any other form of change. The lyrics capture the feeling of wanting or needing something new, and how that something new can affect a person's life. The song's message is heartwarming and timeless, resonating with anyone that has ever felt stuck or stagnant in a situation or a relationship.
Line by Line Meaning
I guess I wanted something new in my life
I desired a change that would bring freshness and excitement to my life.
A new key to fit a new door
I wanted a new opportunity that would allow me to open a new door and explore new possibilities.
To wake and see a different view in my life
I longed to wake up and experience a new perspective on life that would bring me joy and fulfillment.
What I've been waiting for
I had been waiting for this moment to arrive where I could embrace something new and exciting.
Dreams like everyone I've had a few in my life
Like everyone, I too had dreams and aspirations that I hoped to someday fulfill.
Who knew that this one would come true in my life
I never anticipated that this one particular dream would actually come true in my life.
I knew the moment that you touched me
The moment you touched me, I knew that you were the one who would bring about this change in my life.
You're like a sudden breeze that blew in my life
You came into my life like a fresh breeze, bringing with you newness and invigorating my soul.
A new face, a new smile, a new song
Your presence brought with it a new face, a new smile, and a new song that I had never heard before.
And now I know I wanted you in my life all along
Now that you are here, I realize that I had wanted and needed you in my life for a long time.
You're like a chance I had to take in my life
You were a risk that I had to take, but one that paid off in the end.
I found you I couldn't lose you
Once I found you, I knew that I couldn't bear to lose you.
And all the difference that you make in my life
You have made a significant impact on my life, and I am grateful for the change you have brought about.
The feelings I never knew
You have awakened within me feelings and emotions that I never knew existed before.
I guess I must have saved an empty place in my heart
I must have subconsciously reserved a space in my heart for someone like you to come and fill it.
For you to come and fill the space in my heart
Now that you are here, you have filled that empty space in my heart that I had been saving for you.
That long before I said, I loved you
Even before I had the chance to tell you, I had already fallen in love with you.
Whatever happens this is true in my life
No matter what happens in my life, this is a truth that will always remain constant.
When all the springs have come and gone
Even after all the seasons have passed and gone, you will continue to be the one thing that remains new and exciting in my life.
Whatever doors I may go through in my life
No matter what opportunities or challenges I may face in life, I know that I will always face them with you by my side.
Whatever else that I may do in my life
No matter what else I may accomplish or experience in my life, you will always be my greatest achievement and joy.
You'll always be the something new in my life
You will always bring something new and exciting to my life, keeping it fresh and invigorating.
From now on
From this moment on, I know that my life will never be the same.
I know there always will be you in my life
I know that you will always be a part of my life, bringing with you newness, excitement, and joy.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: ALAN BERGMAN, MARILYN BERGMAN, MICHEL LEGRAND
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Ryan De La Cruz
i guess i wanted something new in my life
a new key to fit a new door
to wake and see a different view in my life
the one i've been waiting for
dreams like everyone i've had a few in my life
who knew that this one would come true in my lfe
i knew the moment when you touched me
you touched me
you're like a sudden breeze that blew in my life
a new face, a new smile, new song
and now i know i wanted you in my life all along
i guess, i must have saved an empty place in my heart
for you to come and fill this space in my heart
that long before i said i loved you
i love you
whatever happens this is true in my life
when all the springs have come and gone
whatever dance i made or do in my life
whatever else that i may do in my life
you'll always be something new in my life
from now on
i know there always will be you in my life
from now on...
yeah... yeah.....yeah....
William MacLellan
Soooo beautifully done... this new album from Barbra is simply brilliant.
Sheila Johnson
I agree, it is simply brilliant, probably her greatest!
Sheila Johnson
Love this beautiful song!!! The lyrics and music are so beautiful, and who better to sing it than Barbra Streisand?!!
Diana Lash
She is the greatest ever! So happy I got to see her on her final tour, 5th row from the front of stage. Jason was unbelievable as well!
richard fouts
I was on the seventh; it was awesome
amorosso
this a heavenly voice we are blessed with.......
tom tomlinson
One of her best songs from one of her best "albums."
Stefania Vega
Que voz¡ es preciosa esta canción una de las tantas favoritas mías
Mary Ann Taranto
Cannot believe I missed an album! Had to have too busy to miss a new album of the Star's!
MsMaurizio66
Uno degli album più belli della Streisand ❤