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Barry Manilow

Barry Manilow · 1989

49 min · 11 tracks · pop music

A lush blend of heartfelt ballads and melodic pop, underscored by Manilow's signature emotional delivery.

Why this album works

The album features the hit single 'When the Good Times Come Again', which showcased Manilow's resilience in a changing musical landscape. It also received positive reviews for its strong songwriting and production, solidifying his status in the adult contemporary genre during a time when pop music was evolving rapidly.
Best for
steady emotional ballads throughout heartfelt moments of reflection warm melodies for cozy nights
Context
By the time Barry Manilow released this self-titled album in 1989, he was navigating a phase of artistic reinvention. This marked his first studio album in three years following the commercial success of 'If I Should Love Again' in 1981, as he sought to reconnect with his audience amidst shifting pop music trends.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Please Don’t Be Scared Standout 5:34
  • 2 Keep Each Other Warm Standout 4:33
  • 3 Once and for All 4:15
  • 4 The One That Got Away 3:55
  • 5 When the Good Times Come Again Standout 4:28
  • 6 Some Good Things Never Last 4:47
  • 7 In Another World 4:12
  • 8 You Begin Again 3:59
  • 9 My Moonlight Memories of You 4:43
  • 10 Anyone Can Do the Heartbreak 4:22
  • 11 A Little Travelling Music, Please 4:23

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