I'm the Greatest Star
Barbra Streisand
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I got 36 expressions! Sweet as pie to tough as leather And that's 36 expressions more than all those Baltimores puttogether. So 'stead of just kicking me why don't they give me a lift? Well, it must be a plot! 'Cause their scared that I got...such a gift? Well, I'll nift. Cause I'm The Greatest Star I am by far! But no one knows it--WAIT! They're gonna hear a voice A silver flute (ah ah ah ah) They'll cheer each toot (Yeah, that kids terrific, mmm) When I expose it (Now can't ya see to look at me that) I'm a natural Camille. As Camille I just feel I've so much to offer (Now listen Mr. Z I know I'd be divine because) I'm a natural cough (ahoo, aheh, ahay) Some ain't got it, not a lot I'm a great big clump of talent Laugh! (ha ha ha ha) They'll bend in half A thousand jokes (Stick around for the jokes!) A thousand faces I reiterate When ya gifted, then ya gifted These are facts I've got no acts to parade Hey, what ya blind? In all of the world so far I'm the greatest star Who is the pip with pizzas? Who is all ginger and jazz? Who is as glamorous as? Who's an American beauty rose? With an American beauty NOSE!!! And ten American beauty toes? Eyes on the target and wham One shot on gun shot and BAM! Hey hey hey hey world! Here I am! I'm the greatest star I am by far But no one knows it That's why I was born I'll blow my horn 'Til someone blows back I gotta break the lights I'm gonna make 'em fight I'll flicker and flare up! All of the world's gonna star up! Looking down you'll never see me, Try the sky cause that'll be me! I can make 'em cry! I can make 'em sigh! Someday they'll clamor for my drama Have ya guessed YET! Who's the best yet? If ya late I'll tell ya one more time You bet ya last dime In all of the world so far I am the greatest, greatest Star!
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Written by: Jule Styne, Bob Merrill
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10 facts about this song
Musical Origin"I'm the Greatest Star" is a key song from the 1964 Broadway musical "Funny Girl".
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PerformerThe song was originally performed by Barbra Streisand. Streisand is not only noted as a singer but is also a well-renowned actress, winning multiple Oscar, Emmy, and Grammy awards in her career.
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Musical RoleWithin the musical, the song is sung by the character Fanny Brice, marking her ambition to find glory and success as a performer in Broadway.
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Composer and LyricistThe song was composed by Jule Styne, with lyrics by Bob Merrill. The duo is also responsible for the rest of the musical's score.
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BiographyIIt is interesting to note that "Funny Girl" is based off the life of vaudeville star Fanny Brice. Brice herself was a popular figure in the early 20th century whose life saw a rags-to-riches trajectory that the song seeks to encapsulate.
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Broadway Debut"I'm the Greatest Star" is one of the songs that cemented Barbra Streisand's status as a Broadway icon. Her performance in "Funny Girl" won her the Tony Award nomination for Best Actress in a Musical in 1964.
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Film AdaptationThe song was also included in the 1968 film adaptation of "Funny Girl", once again performed by Streisand. Her performance in the film led to her winning an Academy Award for Best Actress.
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Cover VersionsBeyond Streisand's initial performance, the song has been covered by numerous performers such as Ryan McCartan in the 2016 Broadway musical revue "Sondheim on Sondheim".
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InspirationThe whole musical, including the song "I'm The Greatest Star", is noted for its reflection of the experience of many Broadway hopefuls, underscoring the dreams and trials of performers seeking stardom while confronting self-doubt and adversity.
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LegacyDespite being over half a century old, "I'm the Greatest Star", much like the rest of "Funny Girl", remains influential in musical theatre and continues to be a touchstone for discussions around gender, ambition, and show business.
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