The Greatest Songs of the Seventies cover

Released 19 years ago this September

The Greatest Songs of the Seventies

Barry Manilow · 2007

68 min · 18 tracks · pop music

A nostalgic journey through the soft melodies and heartfelt lyrics of 1970s pop classics, reimagined with Manilow's signature style.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • nostalgic sing-along moments
  • steady pacing for relaxation
  • heartfelt reflections on love
  • acoustic warmth for cozy evenings
  • emotional connection through storytelling

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking fast-paced excitement
  • prefer modern production styles

Where this album fits

Career context
Upon its release in 2007, 'The Greatest Songs of the Seventies' arrived during a period where Barry Manilow was revisiting his musical roots after decades of chart success. This album followed his prior studio effort and marked a significant return to covers, reflecting both nostalgia and a homage to the songs that shaped his career.
Stylistic neighbors
Billy Joel· Paul Anka· Neil Diamond

Tracklist

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

  • 1 The Way We Were 2:53
  • 2 My Eyes Adored You 3:33
  • 3 Bridge Over Troubled Water 4:55
  • 4 How Can You Mend a Broken Heart? 3:31
  • 5 It Never Rains in Southern California 3:49
  • 6 You’ve Got a Friend 4:44
  • 7 He Ain’t Heavy, He’s My Brother 3:57
  • 8 Sailing 4:36
  • 9 The Long and Winding Road 3:29
  • 10 (They Long to Be) Close to You 3:40
  • 11 If 2:49
  • 12 Sorry Seems to Be the Hardest Word 4:06
  • 13 Mandy (acoustic) 3:24
  • 14 Weekend in New England (acoustic) 3:46
  • 15 Copacabana (At the Copa) (acoustic) 4:02
  • 16 Even Now (acoustic) 3:38
  • 17 Looks Like We Made It (acoustic) 3:33
  • 18 I Write the Songs (acoustic) 3:59

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