ButterFly
Barbra Streisand · 1974
35 min · 10 tracks · jazz · disco · traditional pop
A lush blend of traditional pop and jazzy arrangements with Streisand's signature soaring vocals.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- steady mid-tempo listening experience warm vocals for cozy evenings uplifting tracks for joyful moments
- Context
- Released in early 1974, 'ButterFly' was Barbra Streisand's fourth studio album, following her commercial success with 'The Way We Were.' At this point, she was firmly established as a leading figure in music and film, showcasing her versatility across genres. This album marked a further exploration into pop and jazz sounds, reflecting the evolving musical landscape of the 1970s.
- If you like
- jazz, disco, traditional pop
ButterFly is an album by Barbra Streisand, released in 1974. A lush blend of traditional pop and jazzy arrangements with Streisand's signature soaring vocals. 'ButterFly' reached No. 1 on the Billboard 200 chart and was critically acclaimed for its sophisticated production and emotional depth. The album's title track became a significant hit, contributing to Streisand's enduring legacy as one of the top-selling female artists of all time. Its fusion of jazz and pop elements also influenced subsequent artists within those genres. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does ButterFly sound like?
A lush blend of traditional pop and jazzy arrangements with Streisand's signature soaring vocals. Rooted in jazz and disco.
What makes ButterFly by Barbra Streisand notable?
'ButterFly' reached No. 1 on the Billboard 200 chart and was critically acclaimed for its sophisticated production and emotional depth. The album's title track became a significant hit, contributing to Streisand's enduring legacy as one of the top-selling female artists of all time. Its fusion of jazz and pop elements also influenced subsequent artists within those genres. Released in early 1974, 'ButterFly' was Barbra Streisand's fourth studio album, following her commercial success with 'The Way We Were.' At this point, she was firmly established as a leading figure in music and film, showcasing her versatility across genres. This album marked a further exploration into pop and jazz sounds, reflecting the evolving musical landscape of the 1970s.
Who is ButterFly for?
ButterFly works well if you're into steady mid-tempo listening experience, warm vocals for cozy evenings and uplifting tracks for joyful moments.
How many songs are on ButterFly?
ButterFly has 10 tracks, running approximately 35 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Love in the Afternoon Standout 4:06
- 2 Guava Jelly 3:19
- 3 Grandma’s Hands 3:27
- 4 I Won’t Last a Day Without You Standout 4:16
- 5 Jubilation 3:52
- 6 Simple Man 3:03
- 7 Life on Mars Standout 3:13
- 8 Since I Don’t Have You 2:52
- 9 Crying Time 2:51
- 10 Let the Good Times Roll 4:57
Release Date
January 1, 1974
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
35 min 56 sec
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