You Are Woman, I Am Man
Barbra Streisand · Other Songs - Barbra Streisand
You are smaller, so I can be taller than
You are softer to the touch
ItÂ’s a feeling I like feeling very much
You are someone
I admire
Still our friendship leaves something to be desired
DoesnÂ’t take more explanation than this
You are woman, I am man
LetÂ’s kiss
IsnÂ’t this the height of nonchalance?
Furnishing a bed in restaurants
Well a bit of dinner hurt- but guess who is gonna be dessert?
Do good girls do just what momma saysÂ… when mommas not around?
ItÂ’s a feeling... oy veyÂ… what a feeling!
A bit of patế?
Ahh... I drink it all day
Should I do the things heÂ’ll tell me to?
In this pickle, what would Sadie do?
In my soul I feel an inner lack
Just suppose he wants his dinner back?
Just some dried up toast in a sliver
On the top aÂ… a little chopped liverÂ… oh
HmmÂ… hmmÂ…
How many girls become a sinner, while
Waiting for a roast beef dinner? oh
Most girls slip in ordinary ways
I got style I do it bordelaise
Well at least you think IÂ’m special
You ordered ala carte
ItÂ’s a feelingÂ… I like feeling veryÂ…
I feel the feelingÂ… down to my toes
Now I feel that thereÂ’s a fire here
Try that once Â… a little higher dear
What a feast to go on such pearlÂ…
Would a convent take a Jewish girl?
Does it take more explanation than this?
Oh... thereÂ’s some thrills and chills goinÂ’ through me
If I stop him nowÂ… will he sue me?
You are woman.
You are man.
LetÂ’sÂ….
You Are Woman, I Am Man
Barbra Streisand delivers a commanding vocal performance in this duet, showcasing her signature blend of pop sensibility and dramatic flair. The track features a dynamic interplay between her voice and a male counterpart, highlighting her ability to navigate complex emotional landscapes within the songwriting. Recorded during a period where Streisand solidified her status as a defining figure in American musical theater and pop culture, the recording exemplifies her versatility across genres. The composition relies on strong melodic structure and atmospheric production to underscore the narrative of contrasting identities, allowing the vocalists to explore themes of duality and connection without relying on explicit lyrical exposition. This recording stands as a testament to her mastery of vocal control and her capacity to bring depth to collaborative projects.