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."
The Main Event / Fight
Barbra Streisand Lyrics
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Extra! Extra!
I'm in love
I gotta thank my luck stars above
Hurry, hurry don't be late
Cause I can't wait
I gotta celebrate
It's a fact
It's evident when we make love
The main event
You're my every thought
You're my own attraction
You must be heaven's saint
You give me so much satisfaction
(You're the one)
You make life worth fighting for
You're the one-ah!
And there is nobody quite like you
Baby, you're the one...
Extra! Extra!
I'm in love
I gotta thank my luck stars above
Hurry, hurry don't be late
I can't wait
I gotta celebrate
It's a fact
We got a first rate act
It's evident when we make love
The main event
You're my everything
And it's my conclusion
There is no sweeter scent
When you have found the right solution
(You're the one)
You make life worth fighting for
You're the one-ah!
And there is nobody quite like you
Honey, you're the one
Extra! Extra!
I'm in love
I gotta thank my luck stars above
Hurry, hurry don't be late
I can't wait
I gotta celebrate
It's a fact
We got a first rate act
It's evident when we make love
The main event
Fight! Fight! Fight! Fight!
Fight for what you want
Fight for what you need
Fight to keep the one you love
With love you might succeed
(Fight!) Come on and fight!
(Fight!) Fight for what you want
Fight! Fight for what is real
Fight to keep the one you love
If love is what you feel
Love
Don't try to kick me when I'm down
No love-ah!
Cause I'm gonna lift you every round
(Keep it comin', keep it comin')
Look out kid cause I'm a-comin'
(Keep on tryin', keep on tryin')
You're a knockout
So put up your dukes and fight
(Fight! Fight!)
I said fight!
Love...
Don't try to kick me when I'm down
Love...
My feet are planted on the ground
Love...ah...ah!
You're gonna give up without a sound
(Keep it comin', keep it comin')
Look out kid cause love's a-comin'
(Keep on tryin', keep on tryin')
I'm a winner there's no denying
(Keep it goin', keep it goin')
You're a knockout
So put up your dukes and fight
Ah...Extra! Extra!
I'm in love
Hurry, hurry don't be late
Cause I can't wait
I gotta celebrate
It's a fact
We got a first rate act
It's evident when we make love...
Oh...Oh...Oh...
(Extra! Extra! I'm in love)
I'm gonna thank my luck stars above
(Hurry, hurry don't be late)
I can't wait
I gotta celebrate
(Extra! Extra! I'm in love)
I'm gonna thank my luck stars above
(Hurry, hurry don't be late)
I can't wait
Looooooooooooooooooove
(When we make love)
The main eveeeeeeeeeeent
(When we make love)
(You're the one)
You're my everything (You're the one)
You're my own attraction (You're the one)
You must be heaven's saint (You're the one)
You give me so much satisfaction (You're the one)
You're my everything (You're the one)
And it's my conclusion (You're the one)
There is no sweeter scent
When I've found the right solution
(You're the one, you're the one)
(You're the one, you're the one)
When we make love
(You're the one, you're the one)
You're the one
(You're the one, you're the one)
Uh! You're the one
(You're the one, you're the one)
You're the one
(You're the one, you're the one)
I've found the right solution
(When we make love)
Extra! Extra! I'm in love
(When we make love)
I'm gonna thank my lucky stars above
(When we make love)
Hurry, hurry don't be late
I can't wait
I gotta celebrate
(When we make love)
When we make love
(When we make love)
I'm gonna thank my lucky stars above
(When we make love)
You make life worth fighting for
I can't help, I'm running back for more
(You're the one)
When we make love
(You're the one, you're the one)
When we make love
(You're the one, you're the one)
When we make love
The Main Event/Fight is a combination of two songs in one, both released by Barbra Streisand in 1979 for the soundtrack of her film The Main Event. The first part of the song is a declaration of love, thanking fate for bringing the two lovers together. The chorus extols how the relationship is a "first-rate act," and that it's evident when they make love that they are the "main event." The second part of the song is a call to action. It urges people to fight for what they want and love against all odds. The song speaks to the idea that love isn't easy, but if you fight for it, you can succeed.
Line by Line Meaning
Extra! Extra!
Exciting news!
I'm in love
I am deeply in love.
I gotta thank my luck stars above
I am grateful to supernatural forces for my good luck.
Hurry, hurry don't be late
Come quickly, without delay.
Cause I can't wait
I am very impatient and eager.
I gotta celebrate
I want to celebrate and have fun.
It's a fact
It's undeniably true.
We got a first rate act
We are the best and most impressive performers.
It's evident when we make love
It's clear to see when we are intimate.
The main event
The most important and exciting thing.
You're my every thought
I think of you constantly.
You're my own attraction
You are the one who attracts me the most.
You must be heaven's saint
You are very good and virtuous, like a saint.
You give me so much satisfaction
You make me feel so fulfilled and content.
(You're the one)
You are the only one for me.
You make life worth fighting for
You give me a reason to fight and overcome challenges in life.
And there is nobody quite like you
No one else is like you in this world.
Baby, you're the one...
You are my one and only love.
You're my everything
You are the most important thing in my life.
And it's my conclusion
After careful consideration, I have come to this decision.
There is no sweeter scent
Nothing smells better than being with you.
When you have found the right solution
When you find the right person, everything just works out.
(Fight!) Come on and fight!
Don't give up, keep fighting for what you believe in.
Fight for what you want
Struggle and work hard to obtain what you desire.
Fight for what you need
Fight for what you require to survive and live well.
Fight to keep the one you love
Work hard to keep your loved one close to you.
With love you might succeed
Love will give you the strength to overcome adversity.
(Fight!) Fight for what is real
Fight for that which is genuine and true.
If love is what you feel
If you truly love someone, then fight to keep them.
(Keep it comin', keep it comin')
Keep the progress and good vibes coming.
(Keep on tryin', keep on tryin')
Don't give up, keep striving for your goal.
You're a knockout
You are beautiful and captivating.
So put up your dukes and fight
Be prepared to work hard and fight for what you love.
Love...
Love is the most important thing.
Don't try to kick me when I'm down
Don't hurt me when I am already struggling.
Cause I'm gonna lift you every round
I will support and help you through tough times.
(Look out kid cause I'm a-comin')
I'm coming for you and I'm not stopping.
(You're gonna give up without a sound)
You will give up easily without putting up a fight.
(Love's a-comin')
Love is approaching and coming.
(I'm a winner there's no denying)
I will win and there is no doubt about it.
(Keep it goin', keep it goin')
Keep the momentum and positivity going.
Uh! You're the one
You are the only person for me.
(When we make love)
When we are intimate.
Looooooooooooooooooove
Love is everything.
I can't help, I'm running back for more
I keep wanting more of your love.
Contributed by Jacob R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@doloresg3661
I woke up singing this song this morning (1/24/24). It energized my spirit. "I Can't Wait to Celebrate" my remaining years here on Earth. Woohooo
@craigbetts8310
Barbra recorded this track in one take. Arguably one of the best voices in the last century.🥰
@beeweejr
Definitely
@samhall-earl4692
From the greatest movie actress to the greatest singer career Barbra Streisand is the best.
@bobcruise945
An absolute beautiful Hit!! 💥🥊🎵🎶🎵
@samanthab1923
I think when she passes it will be as big as when Sinatra & Garcia went 🥲
@Tiki-Magics-World
My mom went to school with her.
@cynthiaannereinking5048
I loved this movie! Now I'm 53 yrs old wow time flies! ❤ ❤ ❤
@susiearmstrong9518
Me too. I'm 53. I loved this movie since I saw it in the theater all those years ago. ❤
@marcrobson6157
Saw this with my Nana on my birthday 🎂 🥳 🎉