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The Ultimate Collection

Barbra Streisand · 2010

73 min · 18 tracks · jazz ยท disco ยท traditional pop

A sweeping anthology of emotional ballads and powerful performances that define Barbra Streisand's illustrious career.

Why listen to this

Best for
steady emotional crescendos throughout for reflective moments cathartic sing-along opportunities
Context
Released in 2010, 'The Ultimate Collection' arrived during a period when Barbra Streisand was celebrating her extensive legacy rather than focusing on new material. This compilation showcases her most iconic songs, spanning decades of her influence in music and film, particularly following her previous studio album, 'Love Is the Answer,' released in 2009.
If you like
jazz, disco, traditional pop

The Ultimate Collection is an album by Barbra Streisand, released in 2010. A sweeping anthology of emotional ballads and powerful performances that define Barbra Streisand's illustrious career. This collection highlights Streisand's cultural significance as it includes some of her biggest hits and has been praised for its nostalgic value. It peaked at number one on the Billboard 200 chart, marking a significant achievement in her long-standing career as one of the best-selling female artists in history. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does The Ultimate Collection sound like?

A sweeping anthology of emotional ballads and powerful performances that define Barbra Streisand's illustrious career. Rooted in jazz and disco.

What makes The Ultimate Collection by Barbra Streisand notable?

This collection highlights Streisand's cultural significance as it includes some of her biggest hits and has been praised for its nostalgic value. It peaked at number one on the Billboard 200 chart, marking a significant achievement in her long-standing career as one of the best-selling female artists in history. Released in 2010, 'The Ultimate Collection' arrived during a period when Barbra Streisand was celebrating her extensive legacy rather than focusing on new material. This compilation showcases her most iconic songs, spanning decades of her influence in music and film, particularly following her previous studio album, 'Love Is the Answer,' released in 2009.

Who is The Ultimate Collection for?

The Ultimate Collection works well if you're into steady emotional crescendos throughout, for reflective moments and cathartic sing-along opportunities.

How many songs are on The Ultimate Collection?

The Ultimate Collection has 18 tracks, running approximately 73 minutes.

Tracklist

18 tracks·73:52

Best experienced from track one โ€” press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Woman in Love Standout 3:52
  • 2 Evergreen (Love Theme from A Star Is Born) 3:06
  • 3 The Way We Were Standout 3:31
  • 4 You Don't Bring Me Flowers 3:23
  • 5 Guilty 4:24
  • 6 No More Tears (Enough Is Enough) 4:44
  • 7 Don't Rain on My Parade 2:45
  • 8 Memory 3:53
  • 9 Papa, Can You Hear Me? 3:31
  • 10 As If We Never Said Goodbye 4:43
  • 11 Tell Him 4:51
  • 12 Stranger in a Strange Land 4:50
  • 13 I've Dreamed of You 4:52
  • 14 Send In the Clowns Standout 4:42
  • 15 People 3:41
  • 16 Smile 4:16
  • 17 In the Wee Small Hours of the Morning 4:02
  • 18 Somewhere 4:46

Release Date

March 29, 2010

Genre

disco, jazz, traditional pop

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Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

73 min 52 sec