Didn't We

Barbra Streisand

About Didn't We

"Didn't We" is a song recorded by Irish singer and actor Richard Harris for his debut studio album, A Tramp Shining (1968). It was written and produced by Jimmy Webb and originally served as the B-side to Harris' 1968 single "MacArthur Park". "Didn't We" was then distributed as the record's single by Dunhill Records, also in 1968. A traditional pop song, Harris sings about his life in the past. Commercially, it charted at lower positions of both the United States and Canada, and in the higher ranks of their Adult Contemporary component charts. Harris featured "Didn't We" on several of his greatest hits albums, including The Richard Harris Collection: His Greatest Performances from 1973. That same year, the song was reissued as a promotional single paired alongside his 1971 single "My Boy". American vocalist Barbra Streisand recorded a version of "Didn't We" in 1972 for her second live album, Live Concert at the Forum. It was originally performed at a concert benefitting George McGovern's unsuccessful 1972 presidential campaign. Streisand's monologue before and after the performance consisted of her acting as if she had taken marijuana. Her version peaked at number 82 in the United States, and also entered the Adult Contemporary charts in both the aforementioned country and Canada. She has since included an earlier version of "Didn't We" on her 2012 compilation album, Release Me. Other artists like Matt Monro and Frank Sinatra also recorded renditions of "Didn't We". 


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Barbra Streisand

Barbra Joan Streisand (born Barbara Joan Streisand /ˈstraɪsænd/; April 24, 1942) is an American singer, actress, writer, film producer, and director. She has won two Academy Awards, eight Grammy Awards, five Emmy Awards including one Daytime Emmy, a Special Tony Award, an American Film Institute award, a Kennedy Center Honors award, a Peabody Award, and is one of the few entertainers who has won an Oscar, Emmy, Grammy, and Tony Award. more »

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Written by: JIMMY L WEBB

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Artist Background
"Didn't We" is a song performed by American singer Barbra Streisand, Irish actor and singer Richard Harris, and written by American songwriter Jimmy Webb.
Album Information
Barbra Streisand recorded this song for her 1970's album titled "Barbra Streisand's Greatest Hits Vol. 2."
Songwriting
This was among the many popular songs written by Jimmy Webb for various artists, some of his other famous works include "By the Time I Get to Phoenix" and "Wichita Lineman."
Initial Release
"Didn't We" was first recorded by Richard Harris in 1968.
Cover Versions
Since Richard Harris's initial recording, it has been covered by numerous artists in addition to Barbra Streisand, including Frank Sinatra, Tony Bennett, and Glen Campbell.
Chart Performance
Even though it wasn't released as a single by Barbra Streisand, "Didn't We" became popular among fans and music critics.
Genre Classification
The song "Didn't We" is often classified as Pop, Soft Rock, or Adult Contemporary music.
Song Theme
"Didn't We" has a melancholic and nostalgic theme, often interpreted as a reflection on a failed love affair.
Live Performances
Barbra Streisand often performed this song during her live concerts, and it was included in her 2006 concert DVD "Streisand: Live In Concert."
Musical Arrangement
The song is known for its orchestral arrangements, emotional delivery from the artists, and intricate melody line which are all key characteristics of Jimmy Webb’s songwriting style.
Popular Recognition
"Didn't We" is regarded as a classic in the American songbook, often played on radio stations dedicated to classic pop and adult standards.

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