Is Here Comes the Night a good place to start with Barry Manilow?

Yes, Here Comes the Night is recommended as a starting point for new Barry Manilow listeners. A blend of smooth pop melodies and heartfelt ballads, underscored by Manilow's signature vocal warmth. Released on November 1, 1982, Here Comes the Night was Barry Manilow's seventh studio album. At this point in his career, Manilow had already established himself as a major pop star since his breakthrough in the mid-1970s, with his previous albums reinforcing his status in the industry. This album followed the successful If I Should Love Again and showcased his continued evolution within the pop genre.

Who is Here Comes the Night for?

Here Comes the Night works well if you're into romantic nostalgia for quiet evenings, steady pacing for casual listening and heartfelt ballads that evoke longing.

How many songs are on Here Comes the Night?

Here Comes the Night has 10 tracks, running approximately 38 minutes.

Here Comes the Night

Barry Manilow · 1982

38 min · 10 tracks · pop music

A blend of smooth pop melodies and heartfelt ballads, underscored by Manilow's signature vocal warmth.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Here Comes the Night — The title track encapsulates the album's emotional depth, blending romantic yearning with a catchy chorus that showcases Manilow's vocal prowess.
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Memory — A poignant cover that echoes themes of longing and reminiscence, this track highlights Manilow's ability to interpret complex emotions through music.
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I Wanna Do It With You Start here — This upbeat track stands out for its playful lyrics and infectious melody, embodying the album's lighter, more romantic moments.
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Some Kind of Friend — With its introspective lyrics about companionship and support, this song showcases Manilow’s storytelling abilities amidst his characteristic lush arrangements.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

romantic nostalgia for quiet evenings
steady pacing for casual listening
heartfelt ballads that evoke longing
mid-tempo flow for relaxed vibes

Maybe skip if you

seeking fast-paced excitement
prefer upbeat dance tracks

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Deep Cut — A solid entry that showcases Manilow's style but doesn't define his career trajectory.
Themes: romantic yearning· nostalgic reflections· 1980s pop transition
Career context: Released on November 1, 1982, Here Comes the Night was Barry Manilow's seventh studio album. At this point in his career, Manilow had already established himself as a major pop star since his breakthrough in the mid-1970s, with his previous albums reinforcing his status in the industry. This album followed the successful If I Should Love Again and showcased his continued evolution within the pop genre.
Stylistic neighbors: Billy Joel· Paul Anka· Neil Diamond