Barbra Streisand: A piece of sky (Yentl) | REACTION

[@whostosay3256]

Seems like she can do absolutely anything she wants with her voice and perfectly too.

[@KennyKenny-yc9fy]

Streisand's lung capacity while singing is one of the things she is known for. That and her incredible resonant, powerfull, pitch perfect and crystal clear voice. She is the dream of all vocalist : having a total control of her singing voice with a unbelievable breath control. The late 60s and the 70s, she was at the peak of her voice, still unmatchable to this day (: She is so talented that even in her late 70s she could still hold a belt over 10 secondes with incredible power. She's also never been trained by a vocal coach either, it's all natural for her. Her singing voice was randomly discovered when she was auditioning for a acting job when she was in her early 20s. She's 80 now and doesn't sing much anymore, she deserves to rest after such an amazing career.

[@rodrogers7553]

Streisand has got a voice beyond description. What a rare gift from the God of Music!!

[@GivenToe]

Indeed!

[@danielwelsh7774]

Your reaction is priceless! You have been robbed of many hours of enjoyment if this is the first time you’ve experienced this kind of rush! More Barbra!

[@ilovebarbra2]

I have been a Barbra fan for 45 years now and as a fan there are 100 of these type of reactions in her recording catalog. She amazes continuously .

[@chrisn7259]

One of the most thrilling finales in move musical history. You can appreciate it as Yentl sailing off to her new life, or you can experience it as Streisand soaring off into movie immortality.

[@rbianca1]

She's the greatest singer of all time!

[@todigargaceran2329]

Absolutely ❤

[@jackiealfaro8726]

I can watch this over and over again just for your reaction especially at the end.

[@GivenToe]

😊🙏🏻

[@littlecricket3140]

Her voice is like "butter." I have loved her since 1975. First time I heard her sing. There is not a movie of hers that I dislike. You ought to check out her television specials too.

[@sharonlabrecque1655]

Barbra Streisand is simply the best 💖

[@colindenny9752]

U cannot beat performers from the 60's & 70's. She has been a superstar for 6 decades & is still making albums today. She has accomplished almost everything in her lifetime like acting, singing, directing. I think she is also a humanitarian if I am not wrong. The woman is a powerhouse & as you've just heard her voice is as well. I think she was robbed at the Oscars for not winning for Yentl, not just for the film but for the music alone. It was a very moving film & beautifully captured in that cinematic style with subtle tones. Barbra's last album Walls was wonderful too & like the ABBA Voyage album I also have a vinyl copy of it too as I only choose to buy the best on vinyl these days. Things have been quiet for Barbra lately I can only presume coz of Covid but I am sure she is probably working on another album but nearing 80 now she doesn't have to prove anything any more just that she is a survivor & as she would put it...a work in progress.

[@todigargaceran2329]

Agree,,yes she was robbed

[@randyseay4855]

Did I hear that note? I heard that note for the first time 39 years ago and had been hearing Barbra’s notes for 20 years before that as a child. Barbra is one of the greatest singers- greatest ENTERTAINERS of all time time. As you learn more about her and her amazing career you’re going to continue to be astonished.

[@bentebunting9568]

Barbra has just turned 80, she got her start on Broadway and then did Funny Girl there. This musical was then turned into a movie and the rest is history

[@JennieWrenStar]

I watched Yentle in the 80s it’s the end of the musical, hearing this again gave me goosebumps! Thank you for your wonderful reaction (as always). Please do more Barbra.🌹

[@johnsowle6918]

I thoroughly recommend "Papa, can you hear me?" from the film Yentl - so beautiful.

[@mariostylianou7725]

Hi buddy!! You just heard the best women vocalist of all time!! A powerful masterpiece!! It's one of her finest musical or film by her .. She starred, written and directed.. Buddy, you need to see the movie with your mrs.. it's about love and adventure!! What you witnessed was her freedom and her dreams.. Loved your reaction!!

[@GivenToe]

Hi buddy! Really cool! I should! Thanks! 😁

[@ajayjackson7727]

hmm...not sure about that, i would say Whitney Houston has to be the best female vocalist of all time, she could sing like noone else on this planet

[@mariostylianou7725]

@@ajayjackson7727 I would agree on that!! A true legend!!

[@scottarooni]

Barbra Streisand was born April 24, 1942. She will be 80 years old next year. Her first solo album was released in February 1963, and she took top honors at the Grammys, winning Album of the Year and Best Female Vocal Performance. Streisand has been winning awards and breaking records ever since. She is the only artist in history to have a #1 album on the Billboard 200 Album Chart for six consecutive decades (1960s to 2010s). If she can manage another #1 album this decade, she will extend that streak to seven decades, and would be almost unmatchable in my lifetime. She is known for that powerful voice and has over 60 albums to her credit. She's also starred in over 20 movies. "A Piece of Sky" is the finale from the musical movie "Yentl" which Barbra Streisand directed. Streisand became the first woman to co-write, co-produce, direct and star in a major studio motion picture, as well as sing on the award-winning soundtrack. The original song score won an Oscar for composers Alan & Marilyn Bergman and Michel Legrand. The song is about never giving up following your dream: "What's wrong with wanting more? If you can fly, then soar. With all there is, why settle for, just a piece of sky?" I am glad that you enjoyed the song, David. The expression on your face as you listened to Streisand hold and belt that final note was priceless! I had goosebumps as I watched you react! Thank you so much!

[@GivenToe]

That is INSANELY cool! Respect! Glad you enjoyed it 😁😁😁

[@BrettTwinSavage]

Great summary Scottarooni. Saves the couple of hours it takes to get through her wiki pages!

[@redbandita020]

At 15, I became obsessed with this soundtrack. I performed a different song from it, solo with piano accompaniment, "There are moments you remember all your life" in front of 700 people, at 21. At 22, I studied singing. She is such an inspiration. The ultimate at her profession, the superb artist.

[@tapking40]

A great start for you to learn about the amazing voice and vocal ability of Barbra Streisand. I hope you react to more Barbra songs as she is the ultimate singer of all time She turns each song into an emotional experience that is life affirming

[@suetlantham5590]

It sounds like Disney because the lyrics were written by the same pair as many of the Disney songs: Alan and Marilyn Bergman. They were terrific. The music here was also written by their frequent collaborator , Michel Legrand.

[@gracecheng9091]

The entire Yentl album is g-r-e-a-t. Lyrics by Alan and Marilyn Bergman and music by Michel Legrand.

[@pikemeredith5604]

Oh...the look on your face when Babs continues on with that note. It is a classic my friend. Thank U for appreciating Barbra for the talent that she has & Yentl & the songs contained therein were wonderful. She has always given her all to be a superstar & still is tho I must admit at almost 80 now I doubt whether she could ever replicate this performance. This was 1983, a long time ago & she was 41. Oh, she can still sing but in a much lower key these days. U are right tho in thinking....how can a human carry a note like that for so long....I guess only Barbra could as I think she wrote this song & many others for the film. I would still classify her as one of the greatest singers from the 60's we ever had & maybe Judy Garland would be up there too but Judy didn't survive the stardom that Barbra has achieved tho she was a great entertainer for that time period. U have a good taste in music which sure beats the babble that is being made today. Keep these coming as your expressions are priceless.

[@gustav7545]

Una maravilla de voz. ¡Impresionante!

[@birgittalagerstrom6264]

Have listen to her a lot in the70's and 80's. Wow?

[@barzaVida2011]

she is amazing, one of a kind vocalist, in a class by herself😜

[@johnborg2635]

Love her.. Great intelligent singer/Actor. Beautiful song.. Thanks for your reaction

[@GivenToe]

Thank you! 😁

[@johnborg2635]

Thank you also... Good day.

[@GivenToe]

Same to you 😊

[@jenasaisquoi9202]

I have always placed Barbra right up there at the top of my list of All Time Greats. Barbra is Amazing!!

[@martinpascoe7678]

her entire story is amazing

[@greyhaze1959]

Hey David...was not expecting this one.. am not a huge Barbra Streisand fan but I did go to watch this film in the 80's and it's a beautiful film...That song though...OMG...the way it builds to that soaring climax...absolutely amazing.Thanks for reminding me how good she can be 👍

[@GivenToe]

Thank YOU! 😁

[@simonemiranda7224]

Streisand is awesome. Yentl is a masterpiece. Nobody could have made this character. I love Barbra's voice. 🥰🤩😍

[@debbieverret4033]

And that is why Barbra Streisand is the G O A T

[@renemartinez7864]

This song is always an emotional rollercoaster for me. It is beautifully philosophical and uplifting in that sense, but her vocals and the interjections of the song "Papa, can you hear me?" and that soaring climax always do me in. The only thing that can really top it is the live version from 1994 where she ultimately duets with this recording for the climax. Gotta see it to believe it.

[@gunnerthru]

Babra Streisand one of the best voices in this century. I recommend to you the soundtrack Yentl. Best film music ever written.

[@martinpascoe7678]

the way she just bring in vibrato half way through that last note is something from Heaven (or Outer Space for those who beleive in the Big Bang theory)

[@Nic-gn4ff]

She has such a unique voice. Great variety of music in here, it’s good to see 😁

[@GivenToe]

Glad to hear you enjoy it! 😁

[@edned5504]

The lyrics are superb. The singing is perfect of course. A great sound track album.

[@XFLexiconMatt]

Hey, first time, so you really didn't know Barbra was THAT kind of a singer, she debut on Broadway in 1962 for "I Can Get It For You Wholesale", got her first record deal for Columbia in 63, did two records, then starred on Broadway in "Funny Girl" in 64, did two TV specials in 65 and 66, and this was all before her 68 movie debut in "Funny Girl". She was already a legend before her 70s work and onward, you have quite an interesting journey ahead of you!

[@caribeandude1]

OMG. I hope you do more Barbra Streisand reactions. She has an infinite number of songs that showcase her vocal power and range. Try her album "Guilty" with duets (and produced by) Barry Gibb of the the Bee Gees'. The whole album is a masterpiece.

[@jimsteele3423]

Love Barbra Streisand one of the best Female artists

[@davidvornsand6054]

Barbra actually called it a movie with music. Marilyn and Allen Bergman wrote the music for this film and have known Barbra since she was a teen! Sadly Marilyn passed this week so this is an appropriate tribute! Thank you for sharing ☮️❤️

[@GivenToe]

🙏🏻❤️

[@davidvornsand6054]

🥃😎

[@chriscarter6743]

The Bergmans wrote the lyrics. Michel Legrand composed the music.

[@johnniehd]

One of my favorites of hers! Soooooooo glad I got to see your reaction! That's some stuff, huh?? lol!

[@GivenToe]

😁😁😁

[@luisalbertocalla6649]

Barbra is the Best!!! ❤❤❤

[@BrettTwinSavage]

Barbra did not want to sing in "Yentl" or have it be anything close to a "musical". But no studio would get involved (financing, distribution, etc.) unless she agreed to sing in it. As director she thought of a device that was at least a bit of a compromise: all of the songs were internal monologues and she only opened her mouth to sing when she was alone. Except in this final scene. She also would not allow it to be marketed as a "musical". Instead, it was called "A film with music" on all print ads.

[@scottarooni]

Hi David! Glad you caught this reaction. 😁 I hope you also check out GivenToe's other reactions.

[@BrettTwinSavage]

@@scottarooni Hi Scottarooni! Will do!

[@Glyn1068]

Love this song and the rest of the Yentl album is spectacular. Barbara also directed the film too.

[@Carmelmen1]

Goosebumps

[@gustavobussi122]

The legend ❤️

[@jchampboston]

The greatest female vocalist ever in my opinion you should either do Evergreen or memory next just to hear more outstanding vocals

[@jameshall9402]

Welcome to the club. She is a total phenom.

[@MikeInMD1961]

Here's my one word review -- Goosebumps!

[@trinasp]

I love all this music from Yentl!

[@daffy8995]

Barbra is the queen of the dramatic musical....

[@AnSe902]

Whenever I hear a song from "Yentl" or watch the movie it always reminds me of the film "In & Out" starring Kevin Kline. He's playing a huuuge Streisand fan and someone says to him that she was too old for Yentl. Then all hell breaks loose... 😄

[@y0ko12]

I freakin' love your reactions! ♥️

[@GivenToe]

Thank you A M! You rock ❤️🤘🏻🔥🤘🏻

[@lesarcs2317]

1983 ne pas connaître les capacités vocales de Barbra Streisand alors là ça m'en bouche un coin. Enfin mieux vaut tard que jamais. Discovering Barbra Streisand's vocal capacies... better late than never. 60 year career 60+ albums.

[@gunnerthru]

I recommend also the Broadway Album from Babra Streisand.

[@ArieBlueNoirChannel]

🤣 That is a beautiful album Loads of beautiful songs on it!

[@GivenToe]

🤣😁 I bet!

[@ArieBlueNoirChannel]

@@GivenToe I would recommand to rent that movie "Yentle" but keep your tissues close to you 😊

[@shawnbusfield6842]

Just in case you wanted to know how long she carried the last word of a piece of sky it was 6 whole notes 4 counts for each whole note! 😊

[@GivenToe]

Daaaaaaaamn

[@shawnbusfield6842]

That's seconds

[@shawnbusfield6842]

That's 24 seconds!

[@shawnbusfield6842]

Michael Crawford the original Phantom of the opera;did s show in Japan and he did: Music Of The Night. He didn't sing it he performed it. It is on youtube. You might also remember the movie Somewhere In Time; Michael sang: somewhere In Time for a stage production. You think Miss Streisand can sing wait till you've listened to Michael sings both those songs. If you like those two(2)I have 1 more Michael Crawford song for you.

[@shawnbusfield6842]

Also Jimmy Fortunes song: More than a Name on a wall will get you too. Watch these 3 songs all on KZbin.

[@josecarlosvolcato9320]

I have loved this movie since it was released in 1983. I saw it in the movie theatre back then. Go watch it.

[@evelynestava1910]

Watch the movie (free on KZbin, I just saw)! Kind of a musical, but so much more than that. Every single song is a jewel.

[@donnamentrasti2695]

The GOAT... one time was asked..."How do you hold that note for so long?" Her reply, "Because I want to." How simple, yet how so profound!! Thanks for your reaction and please do more. There are so many people born after the '80s who know so little about this amazing talent.

[@Babaliciouss1]

I’m sorry, why did you start the sentence with “The Goat”. That’s one of the most reductive statements I have ever heard about another human being and extremely rude. It’s one thing not to like her but another thing to degrade a fellow human being…

[@donnamentrasti2695]

@@Babaliciouss1 Are you serious or are you joking??!! Do you really not know nor ever heard of what "GOAT" means?? It's an acronym for..."Greatest Of All Time!" Believe me, I adore this woman beyond belief...I would NEVER degrade her.

[@pureb7235]

I think Papa Can You Hear Me is a better song from Yentl. You should also listen to 'Evergreen' from A Star Is Born. A song Barbra co-wrote and won an Oscar for. One of the most beautiful love songs ever written.

[@GivenToe]

Thanks for the tip Pureb! 😁

[@trgoohileshea2820]

I sang that at the Max in Omaha in the very late 80's. Held that note for as long as she did and made a shit load of tips. Can't do it anymore, but it's a fond look back.

[@GivenToe]

What an amazing memory! 😎😁

[@rodrogers7553]

YEAH BABY, TAKE THAT!!!

[@georgepravi814]

i remember, it all began when i realized that from my window i could only see a piece of sky! this should be taught at school as a phylosophycal point of view The whole movie is superior,it has to do with the social stereotypes which doesnt allow gifted people to move on.She had to pretend she was a man in order to attend university for further studies! on the soundrack there many beautifull songs sung by Streisands unique voice! The gist of this song for me is that society welcomes norrowminded people and get rid of openminded ones!Thank you david for reacting to this song.

[@GivenToe]

Thank YOU for putting it into perspective!

[@JorgeEdgardoManríquezmeneses]

Temas como este Merecen todo nuestro respeto lo que sufrió un pueblo magistralmente convertido en película. Que Sirva de cultura y que nunca se repitan

[@karentecott640]

Great reaction. May I suggest the song "Don't Rain on My Parade" from Funny Girl, which was toward the beginning of her career and then her duet with Ray Charles, which will start showing you the range if genre she rules.

[@Maria-ef5gq]

Woman in love by Barb Streisand. The big LOOOOONNNNNGG Note is in the middle . Powerful wonderful song .

[@jondishmonmusicandstuff2753]

Streisand was known as "The Voice" back in the day. She is an old-school belter. You are way late for us to know her abilities.

[@GivenToe]

Could be because I was born in 89

[@garyluchau432]

If you do more STREISAND I'll subscribe.👍

[@ad61video]

Her voice is unmatched, truly. In power, softness, clarity, pitch and all other aspects, she has it all. Though this is not her best song. "Papa can you hear me" from this movie is more beautiful. Look up some of her greatest hits

[@Maria-ef5gq]

I think it sounds musical theatre ...which makes sense as the song is from a film score . to her dad who encouraged her to live as she wanted in her heart

[@ajayjackson7727]

2.53 haha 😆 i love when you do that startled face..i only know her song Woman in Love from the 80s which is pretty good. Great reaction 😊👍

[@GivenToe]

🤣🤣🤣 Thanks Ajay! 😁

[@ducatiman1309]

I had forgotten this one !! - thanks

[@genewebb2837]

ABBAMAN... this is your brother from another mother lol another hit from yentl was papa can you hear me. one of the best songs i love by her is called EVERGREEN. from the remake of a star is born( yes the same movie that lady gaga did last year) she did in 1976 this song is from that. she wrote the music and paul williams wrote the lyrics. paul wrote many of the carpenters early hits. she is not known for writing music but this song is exquisite!! maybe react to it sometime.

[@GivenToe]

Sounds like a plan 🤣😁👍🏻

[@scottarooni]

@@GivenToe Streisand and Paul Williams won Oscars and Grammys for "Evergreen." It was also a #1 Billboard hit in the United States.

[@BrettTwinSavage]

@@GivenToe Evergreen is a great recommendation. If you do react, there are several versions on YTube as far as video...the scene from the movie where she is recording the song, a few concert performances, a performance at the Oscars that year, and a few fan-made vids. PLEASE be sure to use the MOVIE CLIP. She's too mezmerizing in it to miss!

[@GivenToe]

I will write this down as a suggestion, but to have a better chance of making your reaction on KZbin, I recommend you to become a Patron, since those reactions are a priority 😊 I get a LOT of suggestions and I can not do all of them. Patreon = No strings attached and you can end the pledge whenever you want. www.patreon.com/giventoe. Thanks for the comment! 🙏🏻🔥🤘🏻🔥

[@BrettTwinSavage]

@@GivenToe Thanks Giventoe. I am a Patreon on a another channel, so I knew it would be taken as a suggestion vs a request. But it's good for you to explain it as I think many people across the tube here might not understand that the squeaky patron gets the song. I see them in repeated threads saying, "why won't you react to what I'm asking for?? I've asked repeatedly" Anywho, I appreciate the invite and will RSVP with an "I might attend". 😉 As Scottaroni suggested, I need to check out some more of your vids. I did enjoy this one! 😎✌

[@charlesyateschalfant]

Barbra is considered to be the best. Not my opinion, (well it is actually) but that of many in the music, theatre and film industries. Her control and expression is god like, and unmatched.

[@lewisbreland]

I wish Disney would adapt Yentl into a cartoon with Barbara original vocals.

[@patrickstevenson9775]

Yes we all did...indeed that note lol!!!

[@boki1693]

LOL, I just have to say, Aladdin is not a really old Disney movie. Sleeping Beauty, yes but not Aladdin. Just messing with you. :) Barbra started off singing Broadway show tunes in the early 60's. She was singing them in her Brooklyn school and local places before she was 18. She was also in Broadway plays and I believe her performance in Funny Girl is what made her famous. Dude, by the way, I watched your reaction like 5 times over! I never heard this song either.

[@Bala5]

Strei-SAND ...like sand on the beach.😉

[@GivenToe]

🤣👍🏻

[@gracetukuru2869]

Your need to listen to The way we were by our girl Barbra Streisand.

[@GivenToe]

I will write this down as a suggestion, but to have a better chance of making your reaction on KZbin, I recommend you to become a Patron, since those reactions are a priority 😊 I get a LOT of suggestions and I can not do all of them. Patreon = No strings attached and you can end the pledge whenever you want. www.patreon.com/giventoe. Thanks for the comment! 🙏🏻🔥🤘🏻🔥

[@mrtim5363]

I Am A Woman In Love - Written by & preformed with Barry Gibb of the BeeGees Her biggest hit & another song full of notes damn few singers can touch. Edited: I'll add that last note is High D5 & for 19 seconds & She nails it, she's not trying to find it. She's on it.

[@nanokiss1220]

A real great Singer 👍 I find her Duet with Celine Dion very cool 👍

[@cindymackling9369]

Barbara is the best! I recommend listening to Enough is Enough Extended version with Donna Summer.

[@ABruin-vw8bi]

Sir: the lady's last name is pronounced "Strei-SAND" (like sand on a beach, as she has said repeatedly), not "Strei-zind" or "Strei-zand"; emphasis is on it second sylable. : )

[@davidparkin4410]

If you liked that then watch the Yentl medley from the 1994 Barbra the concert.

[@amybennett8447]

Loved this "She sings good..." 😂

[@GivenToe]

😅😅

[@rbianca1]

Disney wishes!

[@belkyhernandez8281]

Yup.

[@Darmesis]

She’s da bestest! 👍

[@redbandita020]

7:52 🤯🤯🤯🤯🤯......🤯......🤯.......🤯 🤣 Will somebody please turn this into a reaction GIF.

[@GivenToe]

😂😂😂😂

[@edreid7872]

Seen this movie too many times to mention... Should've reacted to song Papa Can you hear me...strap yourself down and watch the entire movie...

[@VocalCitizen]

the movie is amazing. it's a musical (of sorts).

[@bobthecone]

Welcome to Babs, *itch. Legend is an understatement

[@Anna-Gunilla1792]

First ABBA then Barbra, two of of my favorites! But after the album Guilty with Barry Gibb from 1981 I don't appreciate the choice of music so much. But her voice is enormous.

[@gunnerthru]

Share your sentiments. :)

[@ajayjackson7727]

woman in love from guilty is good

[@crowleybo]

👍

[@Zinatra]

GivenToe you are so right, Barbra Streisand has a God-fearing voice .I would like you to listen to her version of "Mother" as John Lennon wrote and sang. Talk about Goosebumps !! If you get time ... know you're full of stuff ⭐🤗🎶🎵

[@GivenToe]

👍🏻😁

[@Anna-Gunilla1792]

Yes!! Mother sung by Barbra is outstanding!!!

[@BrettTwinSavage]

I agree! She does an amazing cover of "Mother". She got dissed by critics in 1971 when she recorded it at the start of her pop-rock phase that decade. Now I never hear anything but praise for it.

[@Anna-Gunilla1792]

@@BrettTwinSavage Really, she got dissed? One of my favourite albums!

[@BrettTwinSavage]

@@Anna-Gunilla1792 By rock music critics--yes. Whereas most felt her crossover album just before this one ("Stoney End") was a pleasant surprise, "Barbra Joan Streisand" rocked too hard, and John Lennon's "Mother"" was considered sacred.

[@partofyourworld7]

Check out from Barbara Since I Fell for you... Crying time with Ray Charles One less bell to answer I garantee you you will be amazed!!!!

[@blick138]

You should listen to the Von Smith version. Amazing

[@luisrodrigosanpedro9998]

So now you've seen THE spoiler... ;)

[@pureb7235]

Shaved head, black vest, tatts and a Streisand fan. Are you sure you are straight? 😂😜

[@GivenToe]

For the love of 🤦🏼‍♂️🤣🤣🤣 Yes I am VERY sure and happily married. This was a request from PATREON, my Patrons pay to see me react to certain videos 😁

[@pureb7235]

@@GivenToeI was just pulling your leg. 😉

[@ajayjackson7727]

you forgot good looking as well 😉 but hold on...so that means if you shave your hair, wear a black vest, have tatts and listen to a barbara streisand song that you're not straight??👀😶🤔 are you for real? 😵🥴 haha

[@GivenToe]

🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@evahammarstrom-radberg5138]

Tänkte precis det samma om att denna låt, att den skulle passa i en Disney film tänkte direkt på askungen ”jag är lite äldre än dej kanske därför jag tänkte på just den filmen”

[@GivenToe]

Ja just det Askungen! Sant! 😁