Shall We Dance / Hello Young Lovers
Barbra Streisand · Other Songs - Barbra Streisand
I do not know you well
But when the music started
Something drew me to your side
So many men and girls
Are in each other's arms
It made me think
We might be similarly occupied
Shall We Dance?
(Shall we dance?)
On a bright cloud of music
Shall we fly?
Shall we dance?
(Shall we dance?)
Shall we then say good night and mean goodbye? (Goodbye)
Or per chance, (per chance)
When the last little star has left the sky (sky---)
Shall we then be together
With our arms around each other?
And shall you be my new romance? (New romance)
Oh, on the clear understanding
That this kind of thing can happen
Shall we dance? (Shall we dance?)
(Shall We? Shall We? Shall We?)
Shall we dance?
Hello young lovers whoever you are
(Shall we dance?)
Be brave young lovers and follow your star
(Shall we dance?)
Shall We Dance?
(Come on and make me dance, Come on and make me dance)
(Come On Come On Come On Come On Come On Come On Come On Come On)
Shall we dance? (Shall we dance?)
On a bright cloud of music
Shall we fly?
Shall we still be together
With our arms around each other
And shall you be my new romance? (new romance)
Oh, on the clear understanding
That this kind of thing can happen
Shall we dance?
(Shall We? Shall We? Shall We? Shall We? Shall We?)
Shall we dance? (Shall we dance?)
Shall we dance? (Shall we dance?)
(Shall We? Shall We? Shall We?)
Shall We Dance? (Shall we dance?)
Shall We Dance / Hello Young Lovers
Barbra Streisand's 1967 recording of 'Shall We Dance / Hello Young Lovers' stands as a quintessential example of the late 1960s pop and R&B fusion that defined her early career. Originally written by Burt Bacharach and Hal David, the song's intricate harmonic structure and lush orchestration were perfectly suited to Streisand's powerful vocal delivery. Released as a double A-side single, the track showcases her ability to blend theatrical flair with contemporary musical trends, marking a pivotal moment in her transition from the Broadway stage to mainstream pop stardom. The recording remains a celebrated staple of her discography, often featured in collections highlighting her work during this transformative era. Its enduring appeal lies in its sophisticated composition and Streisand's emotive performance, cementing its place in the canon of classic American pop music.