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Color Me Barbra

by Barbra Streisand

Released: March 06, 1963

Pop, vocal

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Why This Album Matters

This album matters because its strongest editorial story is: Breakthrough.

The Album

"Color Me Barbra" is the seventh studio album by the iconic American singer Barbra Streisand, released in 1966 under Columbia Records. "Color Me Barbra" remains a significant entry in Streisand's discography, reflecting her ability to captivate audiences both through recorded music and televised performances during a pivotal era in popular culture. Coinciding with the album release was Streisand's first color television special, also titled "Color Me Barbra", which aired on CBS on March 30, 1966.

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This television special was notable at the time…

This television special was notable at the time due to the novelty of color television, enhancing Streisand's visual and musical presence for viewers.

While it didn't win in its nominated categories…

While it didn't win in its nominated categories, the album solidified Streisand's reputation as a powerhouse vocalist and further cemented her status as a leading figure in the music industry.

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Reception

The album enjoyed significant commercial success, peaking at number 3 on the US charts and earning a Gold certification from the RIAA for its sales. Nominated for Album of the Year and Best Female Pop Vocal Performance at the 1967 Grammy Awards, "Color Me Barbra" showcased Streisand's versatile vocal range and interpretive skills across a diverse selection of songs.

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"Color Me Barbra" is the seventh studio album by the iconic American singer Barbra Streisand, released in 1966 under Columbia Records. The album enjoyed significant commercial success, peaking at number 3 on the US charts and earning a Gold certification from the RIAA for its sales.

Coinciding with the album release was Streisand's first color television special, also titled "Color Me Barbra", which aired on CBS on March 30, 1966. This television special was notable at the time due to the novelty of color television, enhancing Streisand's visual and musical presence for viewers.

Nominated for Album of the Year and Best Female Pop Vocal Performance at the 1967 Grammy Awards, "Color Me Barbra" showcased Streisand's versatile vocal range and interpretive skills across a diverse selection of songs. While it didn't win in its nominated categories, the album solidified Streisand's reputation as a powerhouse vocalist and further cemented her status as a leading figure in the music industry.

"Color Me Barbra" remains a significant entry in Streisand's discography, reflecting her ability to captivate audiences both through recorded music and televised performances during a pivotal era in popular culture.