Gentle Rain
Barbra Streisand
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We both are lost And alone in the world Walk with me In the gentle rain Don't be afraid, I've a hand For your hand and I Will be your love for a while I feel your tears as they fall On my cheek They are warm like gentle rain Come little one you have me in the World and our love will be sweet Very sweet Our love will Be sweet very sad Very sweet like gentle rain Like the gentle rain Like the gentle rain
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Written by: LUIZ BONFA, MATT DUBEY
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10 facts about this song
Song Background"Gentle Rain" is a song performed by American artist Barbra Streisand. It is part of her comeback album, "Love is the Answer," which was released in 2009.
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Song OriginDespite being popularized by Streisand, the song is originally a Brazilian jazz standard, composed by Luiz Bonfá for a 1966 film titled "The Gentle Rain."
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Signature StreisandIt perfectly showcases Streisand's unique mezzo-soprano vocal range and her ability to give a heartfelt and tender performance, even in a simple arrangement.
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Chart Achievement"Love is the Answer," the album which includes "Gentle Rain," debuted at number one on the Billboard 200, marking Streisand’s ninth number-one album.
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CollaborationThe album "Love is the Answer" was produced by Diana Krall, who is a renowned jazz pianist and singer in her own right, and Tommy LiPuma, a multi-award winning producer.
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Critical ReceptionCritics praised the song for leaving enough room for Streisand's magnificent voice to shine, while still keeping the classic jazz vibe.
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Successful Album"Love is the Answer" went on to receive Gold certification in the USA, meaning it sold over 500,000 copies.
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Award-winning PerformanceStreisand won a Grammy Award for "Best Traditional Pop Vocal Album" for "Love is the Answer," reinforcing her status as one of the best-selling music artists of all time.
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Notable CoverApart from Streisand's stellar rendition, the song "Gentle Rain" has also been covered by numerous artists including Diana Krall, Matt Monro, and Susannah McCorkle.
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LegacyBarbra Streisand’s version of "Gentle Rain" remains a popular staple in her discography, keeping the flame of Brazilian jazz standards alive in contemporary music.
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