Barbra Streisand Remembers Richard Perry
Barbra Streisand recently shared her fond memories of Richard Perry, highlighting his unique knack for selecting hit songs.
In the early ’70s, Streisand and Perry joined forces on two albums: Stoney End and Barbra Joan Streisand. Perry was instrumental in guiding her to try modern songs instead of the classics she was known for. These albums birthed several hits, especially "Stoney End," written by Laura Nyro, which reached sixth place on the charts.
āIt was exciting to explore that kind of material with him,ā said Streisand. āBy the way, Richard thought Laura Nyroās āStoney Endā would be a hit for me, and I thought he was nuts! I was so happy to be proven wrong!ā
His sense of humor was also something Streisand cherished, as it made their studio time enjoyable. She reflected on their lifelong friendship and felt fortunate their paths crossed. "Rest in musical peace Richard," she concluded.
Fans remember how music can build lasting friendships.
During the 1970s, Perry’s success wasn’t limited to Streisand. He worked with other big names like Carly Simon, Harry Nilsson, Diana Ross, Ringo Starr, and more. His talent extended into the next decade, collaborating with Rod Stewart and others.
Carly Simon once spoke about Perry’s persistence in a Rolling Stone chat. She mentioned how he would encourage her to sing naturally, admitting when his guidance wasnāt right. It often led to better results when she followed her instincts.
