Beautiful Ballads & Love Songs
Barry Manilow · 2008
73 min · 16 tracks · pop music
A lush collection of romantic ballads that showcases Manilow's signature emotional delivery and orchestral arrangements.
Why this album works
The album solidified Manilow's status as a master of the love song, contributing to his legacy as one of pop music's enduring figures. It received positive critical reception and showcased his ability to blend classic standards with contemporary sensibilities, further influencing the genre of adult contemporary pop music.
- Best for
- steady pacing for romantic moments lush arrangements for intimate settings emotional delivery for heartfelt connections
- Context
- By the time 'Beautiful Ballads & Love Songs' was released in 2008, Barry Manilow was a seasoned artist with decades of experience. This album came during a period when he was revisiting classic themes of love and romance, following his earlier successes in the 1970s and 1980s. It reflected his continued relevance in the pop music landscape as he embraced nostalgic elements while appealing to both long-time fans and new listeners.
- 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 (It’s Just) Your Love Standout 4:49
- 2 Love Pang 4:19
- 3 I Got Your Love 5:30
- 4 You Are My Joy 2:35
- 5 Misty Standout 3:38
- 6 Freeway of Love 5:52
- 7 This Is for Real 4:47
- 8 Love Me Right 4:07
- 9 Every Girl (Wants My Guy) 6:31
- 10 When You Love Me Like That 3:48
- 11 Unforgettable Standout 3:41
- 12 Gimme Your Love 5:18
- 13 A Rose Is Still a Rose 4:28
- 14 Never Leave You Again 4:28
- 15 Until You Say You Love Me 4:54
- 16 Giving In 4:36
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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