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If I Should Love Again

Barry Manilow · 1981

39 min · 10 tracks · pop music

A lush blend of orchestral pop balladry and heartfelt storytelling that defines Manilow's signature sound.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo emotional flow
  • heartfelt storytelling with warmth
  • for nostalgic evenings
  • orchestral arrangements enhance mood

Maybe skip if you want

  • seekers of high-energy tracks
  • prefer standalone singles format

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in January 1981, 'If I Should Love Again' was Barry Manilow's sixth studio album, following the commercial success of 'Even Now.' At this point in his career, Manilow was solidifying his status as a leading figure in adult contemporary music, building on his previous hits while exploring new themes of love and nostalgia.
Stylistic neighbors
Billy Joel· Paul Anka· Neil Diamond

Tracklist

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

  • 1 The Old Songs 4:42
  • 2 Let’s Hang On 3:49
  • 3 If I Should Love Again 5:26
  • 4 Don’t Fall in Love With Me 3:36
  • 5 Break Down the Door 3:01
  • 6 Somewhere Down the Road 4:00
  • 7 No Other Love 4:36
  • 8 Fools Get Lucky 4:11
  • 9 I Haven’t Changed the Room 2:16
  • 10 Let’s Take All Night (to Say Goodbye) 3:36

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