He Touched Me
Barbra Streisand · The Essential Barbra Streisand [2002]
And then he touched me
I felt a sudden tingle when he touched me
A sparkle, a glow
He knew it, it wasn't accidental
No, he knew it
He smiled and seem to tell me so all through it
He knew it, I know
He's real, and the world is alive and shining
I feel such a wonderful drive t'wards valentining
He touched me, I simply have to face the fact
He touched me
Control myself and try to act
As if I remember my name
But he touched me, he touched me
And suddenly nothing is the same
'Cause he touched me, he touched me
And suddenly nothing, nothing, nothing is the same
He Touched Me - Barbra Streisand
Recorded for The Essential Barbra Streisand compilation, "He Touched Me" showcases Streisand's signature vocal power and emotional depth within the pop and musical theater genres. The track exemplifies her ability to blend theatrical intensity with accessible pop sensibilities, a hallmark of her career spanning decades. As part of her extensive discography, the song highlights her mastery of balladry, where she delivers a performance characterized by soaring high notes and nuanced phrasing that has become a staple in her live and studio recordings. The recording reflects the polished production standards of her later career, maintaining the dramatic flair that defined her work in films and concerts alike.