Barbra Streisand‘s impact on the music industry extends beyond her own chart-topping hits. In her new memoir, ‘My Name is Barbra,’ she uncovers the unexpected source that inspired Aerosmith’s popular single “I Don’t Want to Miss a Thing” – a heartfelt conversation with her husband, James Brolin, during a moment of intimacy.
Key Takeaway
Barbra Streisand reveals that Aerosmith’s hit song “I Don’t Want to Miss a Thing” was inspired by a heartfelt conversation she had with her husband, James Brolin. Streisand’s memoir sheds light on the profound impact personal connections and moments of intimacy can have on artistic creations.
The Intimate Inspiration
One fateful night in the mid-’90s, Streisand and Brolin found themselves lying next to each other, gazing into each other’s eyes. It was during this tender moment that Brolin uttered a simple yet profound statement: “I don’t want to fall asleep.” When Streisand inquired further, he opened up and confessed, “‘Cause I’ll miss you.” Streisand describes this exchange as a beautiful, poetic expression that perfectly captured their state of complete bliss – physically, emotionally, and spiritually.
From Conversation to Musical Masterpiece
Around a year later, Streisand shared this heartwarming story during an interview with Barbara Walters on “20/20.” Little did she know that another influential songwriter, Diane Warren, was watching attentively from home. Inspired by the deep connection and emotion conveyed in Streisand’s anecdote, Warren went on to compose Aerosmith’s monumental hit, “I Don’t Want to Miss a Thing.” The song, released in 1998, rapidly soared to the top of the charts, becoming Aerosmith’s first number one single and even earning an Oscar nomination.
Unveiling the Impact
Witnessing the overwhelming success and response the song received, Streisand felt a sense of gratification. She acknowledges the power and resonance that Brolin’s heartfelt words had on the masses and affirms her own connection to the song, stating, “It was so gratifying to see so many people responding to Jim’s words. Well, no wonder… so did I!”
Barbra Streisand’s captivating revelation reminds us of the beauty and power of shared moments and the ability for love and inspiration to transcend personal relationships and shape the musical landscape.
