The Complete Collection and Then Some...
Barry Manilow · 1992
279 min · 82 tracks · pop music
A sweeping collection of sentimental pop ballads and live performances showcasing Manilow's emotive vocal style and songwriting prowess.
Top tracks — play these first
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Sweet Life (live performance — Barry’s solo during Bette Midler’s Carnegie Hall concert) Start here — accessible entry with immediate hook
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Mandy — As one of Manilow's signature songs, this track highlights his ability to convey raw emotion through powerful melodies and heartfelt lyrics, encapsulating the essence of his appeal.
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Copacabana (At the Copa) — This upbeat classic showcases Manilow's storytelling prowess, combining infectious rhythms with a vivid narrative about love and nightlife that remains a fan favorite.
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I Write the Songs — This song acts as an anthem for musical creativity, blending introspective lyrics with an uplifting melody that resonates deeply with audiences, highlighting Manilow’s mastery in songwriting.
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It's a Miracle — A quintessential Manilow ballad, its lush arrangement and romantic themes exemplify the artist's knack for creating timeless love songs that have defined his career.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- nostalgic sing-alongs with friends
- heartfelt ballads for reflection
- dynamic pacing with emotional peaks
- live performances capturing spontaneity
Maybe skip if you
- dislike long listening experiences
- prefer upbeat, fast-paced tracks
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Deep Cut — A comprehensive collection showcasing Manilow's career but not a primary entry point.
- Themes
- nostalgic ballads· theatrical storytelling· celebration of legacy
- Career context
- By 1992, Barry Manilow had solidified his status as a pop icon following a decade of chart-topping hits. 'The Complete Collection and Then Some...' serves as a retrospective of his extensive career, compiling both studio recordings and live performances that highlight his versatility and enduring appeal during the height of his popularity.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Billy Joel· Paul Anka· Neil Diamond
Tracklist
Disc 1
- 1 The Best of Me (intro only) 0:44
- 2 Sweet Life (live performance — Barry’s solo during Bette Midler’s Carnegie Hall concert) Start here 4:12
- 3 I Am Your Child (live performance — showcase at the Continental Baths) 2:34
- 4 Could It Be Magic 2:34
- 5 Could It Be Magic 6:50
- 6 Brandy (original Scott English single) 1:29
- 7 Mandy (original first take) 3:47
- 8 It’s a Miracle 4:00
- 9 Sandra (live performance — Carnegie Hall) 4:33
- 10 I Write the Songs 3:54
- 11 As Sure as I’m Standing Here 4:53
- 12 New York City Rhythm 4:44
- 13 Tryin’ to Get the Feeling Again (alternate take) 4:45
- 14 All the Time 3:17
- 15 Ready to Take a Chance Again 3:01
- 16 Somewhere in the Night 3:29
- 17 The Old Songs (alternate take) 4:53
- 18 I Don’t Want to Walk Without You 3:56
- 19 If I Should Love Again (alternate take) 5:01
Disc 2
- 1 Copacabana (home cassette of composing the song) 1:32
- 2 Copacabana (At the Copa) 4:05
- 3 Dancin’ Fool 1:18
- 4 I’m Your Man 4:47
- 5 Hey Mambo 2:50
- 6 Big Fun 3:54
- 7 Riders to the Stars (from “Barry Manilow Live”) 4:51
- 8 I Wanna Be Somebody’s Baby (“Barry Manilow Live” outtake) 4:17
- 9 Daybreak (live) 3:51
- 10 Even Now (live performance — Tokyo, Japan) 3:36
- 11 Life Will Go On (live performance — London, England) 3:43
- 12 Memory (from “Live on Broadway”) 4:27
- 13 Ships (from the video “Live on Broadway”) 4:00
- 14 If I Can Dream (from “Live on Broadway”) 4:50
- 15 One Voice (from “Barry Live in Britain”) 3:02
Disc 3
- 1 This One’s for You (demo) 3:08
- 2 Lay Me Down 4:21
- 3 Big City Blues 4:20
- 4 Somewhere Down the Road (demo) 4:07
- 5 A Little Travelling Music, Please 4:25
- 6 You Could Show Me 1:49
- 7 Ave Maria 4:00
- 8 Look to the Rainbow 4:33
- 9 Joey (demo) 3:15
- 10 Please Don’t Be Scared 5:36
- 11 Baby, It’s Cold Outside 5:25
- 12 When October Goes 4:02
- 13 Ain’t It a Shame (outtake from “If I Should Love Again”) 3:36
- 14 Brooklyn Blues 5:11
- 15 How Do I Stop Loving You? (demo) 5:03
- 16 Just Remember (live performance — Los Angeles, California) 3:22
- 17 I Can’t Teach My Old Heart New Tricks 4:02
- 18 Weekend in New England 3:45
Disc 4
- 1 Give My Regards to Broadway (live excerpt from the “Showstoppers” tour — Atlantic City, New Jersey) 3:46
- 2 Send In the Clowns / Looks Like We Made It (live excerpt from the “Showstoppers” tour — Atlantic City, New Jersey) 5:49
- 3 Can’t Smile Without You (alternate first take) 3:07
- 4 Beautiful Music 4:39
- 5 Fugue for Tinhorns 2:50
- 6 My Girl / No One in This World 5:24
- 7 Don’t Talk to Me of Love 4:10
- 8 The Last Duet 4:01
- 9 Wild Places (demo) 4:13
- 10 Never Met a Man I Didn’t Like 4:59
- 11 Who Needs to Dream 3:55
- 12 Read ’em and Weep 5:12
- 13 Let Freedom Ring 4:06
- 14 Let Me Be Your Wings 3:46
- 15 If Tomorrow Never Comes 5:03
- 16 Another Life 4:20
- 17 I Made It Through the Rain (alternate take) 4:20
- 18 The Best of Me 4:05
Disc 5
- 1 Chapel of Love
- 2 Very Strange Medley
- 3 Mandy / Could It Be Magic
- 4 I Write the Songs
- 5 It’s a Miracle / This One’s for You
- 6 Emmy Awards Presentation for Best Comedy/Variety Special
- 7 Daybreak
- 8 Copacabana
- 9 Weekend in New England
- 10 The Old Songs Medley
- 11 When October Goes
- 12 Keep Each Other Warm
If this landed
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Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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