Barry
Barry Manilow · 1980
40 min · 10 tracks · pop music
A blend of heartfelt ballads and upbeat pop anthems, showcasing Manilow's signature storytelling style.
Why this album works
The album features the hit single 'I Made It Through the Rain,' which became one of Manilow's signature tracks and topped charts upon release. Additionally, its inclusion of the theme from the motion picture 'Tribute' reflects Manilow's crossover appeal into film and further solidified his status in pop culture.
- Best for
- steady mid-tempo sing-alongs heartfelt storytelling moments uplifting tracks for celebration
- Context
- Released on November 19, 1980, 'Barry' arrived during Barry Manilow's peak years as a pop music sensation, following his successful albums in the late '70s. At this point, he had firmly established himself as a mainstream artist with multiple hits, making this album a continuation of his commercial success.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Elvis Presley· No Doubt· Harry Nilsson· Cyndi Lauper· Debbie Gibson· Willie Nelson· Kenny Rogers· Donna Summer
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Lonely Together Standout 4:19
- 2 Bermuda Triangle Standout 3:45
- 3 I Made It Through the Rain Standout 4:21
- 4 Twenty Four Hours a Day 3:25
- 5 Dance Away 3:56
- 6 Life Will Go On 3:50
- 7 Only in Chicago 3:33
- 8 The Last Duet 3:59
- 9 London 5:18
- 10 We Still Have Time (theme from the motion picture “Tribute”) 4:12
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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