What makes It's a Miracle by Barry Manilow notable?

This album features the title track, which became one of Manilow's signature songs, reaching the top of the charts and contributing to his reputation as a pop icon. Its commercial success helped pave the way for Manilow's subsequent albums, establishing him as a staple of 1970s pop music. In 1975, Barry Manilow was riding high on the success of his self-titled debut album and following up with 'It's a Miracle', which showcased his growing popularity. This release came just after his breakthrough hit 'Mandy', solidifying his presence in the pop music scene as a leading romantic singer-songwriter.

How many songs are on It's a Miracle?

It's a Miracle has 2 tracks, running approximately 6 minutes.

It's a Miracle

Barry Manilow · 1975

6 min · 2 tracks · pop music

A blend of shimmering pop melodies and heartfelt lyrics that encapsulate the essence of 1970s romantic balladry.

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Top tracks — play these first

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It’s a Miracle — The title track combines lush orchestration with poignant lyrics about love and longing, perfectly encapsulating Manilow's style during this period.
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One of These Days — This track showcases Manilow's knack for storytelling through music, blending upbeat melodies with reflective lyrics about hope and aspiration.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

51 /100

Foothills

Higher than 34% of albums we've rated

The record showcases strong melodies and emotional delivery typical of its era, though it remains somewhat conventional.

What we noticed

The title track features a sweeping orchestral arrangement that builds gradually, culminating in a powerful vocal climax.
The second track employs a more subdued instrumentation, focusing on the lyrical narrative and allowing for a contrast in mood.
Both songs utilize a verse-chorus structure, with the chorus of 'It's a Miracle' being particularly memorable and anthemic.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 6/10
Durability 25% of the score: 5/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 6/10

Influence 4/10

Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Breakthrough — This single helped solidify Manilow's reputation as a pop icon after his debut.
Themes: 70s pop balladry· heartfelt romanticism· mainstream success
Career context: In 1975, Barry Manilow was riding high on the success of his self-titled debut album and following up with 'It's a Miracle', which showcased his growing popularity. This release came just after his breakthrough hit 'Mandy', solidifying his presence in the pop music scene as a leading romantic singer-songwriter.
Stylistic neighbors: Billy Joel· Paul Anka· Neil Diamond