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When the Sun Comes Out

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"Happy Days Are Here Again / When the Sun Comes Out"
Single by Barbra Streisand
from the album The Second Barbra Streisand Album
Released November 1962
Recorded 1962
Studio Columbia 7th Ave (New York City)
Genre Pop
Label Columbia
Songwriter(s) Harold Arlen (music) and Ted Koehler (lyrics)
Barbra Streisand singles chronology
"Miss Marmelstein" "Happy Days Are Here Again / When the Sun Comes Out" "My Coloring Book" / "Lover, Come Back To Me"

Composition and Context

The Creators

The song "When the Sun Comes Out" was meticulously composed by the acclaimed Harold Arlen, with poignant lyrics penned by Ted Koehler. This collaboration between two titans of American popular song resulted in a piece that has resonated through decades of musical performance.

Initial Release and Verification

The song was first introduced in 1941 by vocalist Helen O'Connell, accompanied by the renowned Jimmy Dorsey Orchestra. Their rendition was released on Decca Records (catalog number 3657A). It is important to note that this article requires additional citations for comprehensive verification, a common challenge when documenting the nuances of musical history.

Barbra Streisand's Interpretations

The Debut Single (1962)

Barbra Streisand's initial recording of "When the Sun Comes Out" took place on October 26, 1962, at Columbia's Studio C in New York City. Under the arrangement and direction of George Williams, this version was released in November 1962 as a commercial single. It was paired with "Happy Days Are Here Again" on the A-side. Notably, this initial pressing was limited to only 500 copies intended for the New York market, and it was not widely distributed to radio stations, limiting its initial reach.

The Album Version (1963)

Following the limited release of the single, Streisand re-recorded the song on June 3, 1963. This subsequent rendition was included on her highly successful album, The Second Barbra Streisand Album. This version, featuring arrangements by Peter Matz, reached a broader audience and solidified the song's place in her early discography.

A Spectrum of Notable Recordings

Diverse Artistic Renditions

The enduring appeal of "When the Sun Comes Out" is evidenced by its numerous recordings by a wide array of distinguished artists across various genres and eras. These interpretations showcase the song's versatility and its ability to be adapted to different musical styles.

Artist Album / Release Year
Ethel Azama Cool Heat 1960
Tony Bennett Sings a String of Harold Arlen 1960
Sylvia Brooks Dangerous Liaisons 2009
Royce Campbell "All Ballads & A Bossa" 2012
June Christy Gone for the Day 1957
Billy Eckstine Billy's Best! 1958
Ella Fitzgerald Ella Fitzgerald Sings the Harold Arlen Songbook 1961
Judy Garland Garland at the Grove 1959 (2008 reissue)
Benny Goodman & His Orchestra Columbia 36209 (Vocal by Helen Forrest) 1941
Eydie Gorme Eydie Swings the Blues 1957
Harry James Columbia 39419 1951
Peggy Lee Sugar 'n' Spice 1962
Barbara McNair The Livin' End 1965
Helen Merrill The Nearness of You 1958
Nicki Parrott Summertime 2012
Art Pepper Winter Moon 1980
Kenny Rankin A Song for You 2002
Ann Richards The Many Moods of Ann Richards/Two Much (compilation) 2004
Mel Torme Mel Torme and the Marty Paich Dek-Tette 1956
Stanley Turrentine The Spoiler 1966
Joseph Leo Bwarie "Nothin' But Love" 2011
Kim Weston "For The First Time" 1966

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References

  1.  https://www.allmusic.com/album/r1667208
  2.  Stanley Turrentine, The Spoiler Retrieved November 13, 2024
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