OH MY GOODNESS!!..| FIRST TIME HEARING Barry Manilow - Mandy REACTION 

If we’re doing Barry Manilow then you simply cannot leave out any of Neil Diamond’s huge library!

Copacabanna is another great Barry choice. Really, he doesn’t have any bad songs.

Barry Gibb, Barry White, Barry Manilow…I’ll take any Barry you’ve got to give. Those voices; so unique in each their own way.🥰

This Rabbit Hole Is Very Deep. This Man Wrote The Songs The Whole World Sang!!!

"I Write the Songs" is another one of his huge hits to check out.

I was overjoyed to see you reacting to Barry!!! He does NOT get enough love. He is often deemed 'corny', 'cheesy' or 'elevator music'. And admittedly he is what used to be called 'soft rock', but he's one of those artists that is a guilty pleasure for like 80% of people. They disrespect the man by keeping their appreciation closeted, but they low-key love him. And anyone who ever heard his biggest hits (I Write the Songs, being the most iconic, I feel), have at LEAST five songs that they secretly love. I didn't get to see him perform until my mom bought me tickets for my 36th birthday, and suddenly I was 13 and fan-girling. Thank you so much for doing this reaction. Oh, and the reason I Write the Songs is so iconic and will probably be played at his funeral - is because of all the songs he did AND all the songs and jingles he wrote that everyone knows! The State Farm them music, the 'you deserve a break today' from McD's or the 'I am stuck on Band-Aid' - all Manilow! Sorry for the rant. I just love him. :) And yes, Yes, YES - please do more!

Barry Manilow's whole career made people smile. His lyrics "I write the songs that make the whole world sing." Everyone loved BM in the 70's.

He has quite a few hits to listen to - "Can't Smile Without You", "Copacabana", "I Write The Songs", and "Looks Like We Made It". He was popular in the 70's.

Barry Manilow DEFINITELY deserves a spot on your WALL OF FAME!!! 🥰🥰

J&A, You'll love his upbeat "Copacabana", "I Write The Songs", "Can't Smile Without You" and "Looks Like We Made It"

Jiminy Christmas! Barry has been around a 100 years with a thousand hits. Astonishing that he's another "never heard of" artist. Keep broadening your horizon, kids!

Mandy, you came and you by gave without taking

Barry Manilow has MANY hits. This was his first. Time In New England, Trying To Get The Feeling. I have his greatest hits DVD. So I am a Manilow fan. People love to put his music down.

Give it up for the Fanilows! I love that you're watching him while wearing AC/DC and Beastie Boys t-shirts. Just shows that great music is great music! Other tracks to hit are Copa Cabana (a total guilty pleasure banger), Weekend in New England (going to make you cry), Daybreak, It's a Miracle

L-E-G-E-N-D! Barry was the KING of the romantic ballad of the 1970s. I grew up with him and no one could touch him. He also did all of the piano and orchestral arrangements for his dozens of his singles and albums. At age 78, Barry is still a big star and is currently out in Las Vegas in a sold out residency at the Hliton. Barry did not write this particular song from 1974, although he wrote many of his hits. I recommend other hits "Could It Be Magic", "Even Now', "Looks Like We Made It", and "Somewhere Down The Road" (ballads) and "Copacabana" (a fun uptempo story-song)

"Could it Be Magic" is THE BEST song Barry created and he's had major hits over the years.

Ok. Lots of people poke fun at Barry but he is a legendary artist. His voice, piano playing and songwriting are incredible. Mostly he does love songs. Weekend in New England is my favorite.

Love Barry Manilow. Nobody admits to being a fan but his albums always hit #1. I've seen him in concert twice, An incredible song writer and entertainer

Barry Manilow is a guilty pleasure for so many. He has a string of hits. Definitely do a deeper dive into his catalog!! 🎹

Barry Manilow was the king of the 1970s shamelessly over-the-top ballad. His hits almost always featured an uplifting key change -- often several key changes -- in the final choruses. "Weekend in New England" and "Looks Like We Made It" are two great examples from 1976.

Add “Ready To Take A Chance Again” and “Weekend In New England” to the list of songs you need to hear. He’s an amazing musician, songwriter and arranger, but he’s unfairly maligned as being a schlockmeister from the 1970’s

This man has too many hits to even begin recommending. This was in the 70's. He started as a jingle writer. I went thru an intense Manilow phase in my early adolescence (about 77/78) when my emotions were all over the place and his music is just pure emotion and romance.

Barry Manilow is an amazing songwriter and singer. He has many, many ,many beautiful songs but sometimes doesn’t get the credit he deserves. He’s a more recent crooner although he also has songs that are upbeat, one of which is Copacabana. The songs “Weekend in New England “, could it be magic ( covered by Donna Summer), I can’t smile without you are a few of my favorites.

I got a lot flack for Barry in my collection back in the day.This video is from the 70's.

You start off with a great one by Barry. Coppa Cabana by Barry is good too.

BM is the king of the Easy Listening genre. He has a huge catalog. “Weekend in New England” and “Somewhere in the Night” are 2 of my favorites. Very powerful.

Amber’s reaction to music is so genuine. She gives every song a chance, she immerses herself. Can’t fake that.

He’s called the ‘King of Crescendo’, his songs start out quiet and slow, then ends huge and powerful. ‘Can’t Smile Without You’ is a perfect example ✌🏼

You need to hear Barry sing "Weekend in New England".

Mandy was a rescue dog that he had to return. I tried to teach myself how to play this song on the piano. It drove my kids crazy, but they know all the words and the wonder that is Barry Manilow. It's not always a woman!!

If you want easy on the ears.. James Taylor… pick any song, any record from 1970 to now. He’s a legend

Barry Manilow' Could It Be Magic is even better.

"Looks like we made it" is fantastic! Also, the best earworm ever "Copacabana". Barry is one of the best songwriters of all time!!

This song was my biological father’s song and my song to sing together when our family would get together and sing ( he said it reminded him of losing my mom- in their divorce) , my biological dad died when I was 12 and I remember the final time we sang it together. Years later I sang it in our High School talent show and barely got through it without crying. But with the help of my wonderful stepfather who sat right in front of me, I did( he knew how much this song meant to me). I’m so glad you chose this as your first Barry Manilow song. Thank you for the wonderful memories. God bless.

A true songwriter. Maybe the “catchiest” song writer ever. Even wrote McDonalds commercial jingles.

Really enjoyed both your reactions. Barry Manilow, just had that voice.

Manilow used to play piano for Bette Midler before he hit it big Songs to listen to Could it be magic, can't smile without you, Daybreak Coupacaba. Last one I can't spell ...lol.Mandy was 1975.

This was the 70s. We listened to everything back then. Zepellin to Manelow!✌❤

At 9 or 10 years old, this song used to break my heart. The longing and loss in his voice was palpable. Good stuff, good memories

The dude is 78 and still doing concerts. No one can contain the legend of this Barry!

Always loved Berry Manilow. Women were in love with him, but he plays for the other team. His career spanned more than 50 years. He did it all ...singer-songwriter, arranger, musician, producer and actor.

He started in the 70's I believe but he is still performing now.

Y'all stepped into a gold mine with this guy. He really did write the songs that make the whole world sing, like his song said.

Barry has tons of hits. He began as a commercial jingle writer. He’s amazing. One Voice is my personal favorite. He layers his own voice in amazing harmonies using his “one voice”.

This song was 75’. Weekend in New England! Is good also!

This is 1974. Barry has been going at it ever since, through today

If you’re looking for an upbeat song by Barry Manilow that tells a story, it doesn’t get much better than Copa Cabana.

I named my Daughter Amanda so I could call her "Mandy" because of this song in 1983. She passed away in 2016 at 33 so this song means the world to me!!!!!!

I think “Even Now” is great choice to continue this journey of Barry M.

Barry was popular mid to late 70's.. His songs mostly always starts out soft and crescendos toward the end.. like a big finish. "Time In New England" is one of my favorites by Barry. Richard Marx is another great piano/singer. "Right Here Waiting" and "Hold On To The Nights" are excellent reaction videos

I saw him in concert about 15 years ago and cried like a baby. I grew up listening to these beautiful songs. They hit me right in the heart.

Yes, finally. Barry Mailow is so insanely talented. So glad you decided to do this one!

This is a real treat to watch, Manilow is an ICON! Please do more of him soon: Time In New England, Looks Like We Made It, Copacabana, I Write The Songs, Could It Be Magic

Barry was my go to for listening pleasure in the 70s. Anything he sings is awesome.

Congratulations! Y’all have now entered the world of Barry Manilow! He is so good but he is still performing!

Barry! Now here's a rabbit hole to explore - he has so many great songs. My absolute favorite of his is 'I Made It Through The Rain' - it came out around the same time that I finished a long childhood cancer battle. It's my survivor song. 🙂🎗

‘Could it Be Magic’ is one of those songs that just carries your soul away to another place, you forget everything else. Thanks for covering him. You guys cover so much. All your fans appreciate you.

C’mon! The man wrote the Dr. Pepper jingle: I'm a Pepper. He's a pepper. She's a pepper. We're a pepper. Wouldn't you like to be a Pepper too? 🔥🔥🔥🔥

Neil Diamond: "Love on the Rocks" and "September Morn" also " I Am, I Said." All great songs to react to in my opinion.

Barry had all the tween girls swooning in the 70's & 80's. He's magnificent. If you love Manilow, you're a "Fanilow!"

I agree with the person who has suggested Neil Diamond. “Hello again” is beautiful it always makes me emotional 😭

Barry's "Copacabana" - yup, so much fun. And you'll be dancing in your seats. And it's storytelling, too!

I second Cant Smile without You....but he is really such a great talent that you can listen to any....yes, 70s.

Many many years ago 🤣 my Girl Scout Troop (we were around 8 or 9) did a recital to Barry Manilow. Will never forget my mom trying to choreograph it. Good memories. Best songs are "Could It Be Magic", "Mandy", "I Write the Songs", "Can't Smile Without You". But my personal favorite is "Copacabana".

“I write the songs”, “Ready to take a chance again” and “Could it be magic” are another few tracks from Barry Manilow.

Oh man I have heard this song in so many years. It’s great to hear this again it’s probably been about 40 or 45 years since I heard this. Makes me realize that this tune is absolutely timeless. I had forgotten how great it is. Hey, Barry was big time in the 70’s. Very popular.❤

About a week ago he was at that NYC concert when the storm came up while he was in the middle of singing. And what was so amazing ... he looked no different than he did in the day. A true class act!

Barry Manilow was my favorite!!! He was the king of the ballads in the 1970s and is one of the most successful musical artists ever. He took a lot of crap in the early years because he wasn't considered "cool" but his fandom was legion! He's had so many hit songs and in later years (the late 80s and 90s) he did other genres like jazz and blues. He still tours, but as what happens with age, the voice isn't the same. Still, he's a legend!

He also has a Christmas album which is just wonderful.

How can you not love Barry Manilow? He has made some great music. One of the best performers ever.

CAT STEVENS “Peace Train” “Morning Has Broken” “Wild World” the kids will love Peace Train! His voice is textured like none other!

I got to see Barry in concert, that was so good.

He was HUGE in the 70's! So many hits..He signed my sister's cast on her broken leg at one of his concerts👍 More Barry please!!

Barry was Bette Miller’s piano player for years before he went out on his own. Copacabana and Weekend in New England are great songs of his that you’d like.

I've seen Barry Manilow at least 10 times in concert. He is an incredible showman. He sounds exactly the same live as in his records. He knows how to arrange a song like no other. His modulation is perfection. I love him!!

“Copacabana” and “It’s a Miracle” are both more upbeat songs.

American Bandstand, Jump Shout Boogie, he covers a lot of styles. :D Mandy was around 1974 or so, iirc.

barry manilows voice has that silky sweetness to it.

“I Made It Through the Rain” is another Barry Manilow great one that brings back tons of childhood memories for me!

Barry has a sound that everybody likes, no matter what genre of music you listen to. He can pull that emotion out of you.

When Barry Manilow wrote this song He Titled it 'Brandy', however at the same time a band called ' Looking Glass' came out with song with the same name, so Barry changed the title to 'MANDY'

I actually prefer his song "Could It Be Magic." It is a very emotional rendition, especially the second half of the song. (It's not an upbeat one though.) Manilow has a billion hits. He began his career writing jingles for TV commercials, and he wrote some of the most familiar, famous and iconic jingles of all time. In his concerts, he would do a medley of them as one of his numbers. His concerts were really, really fun. Also early in his career he worked with Bette Midler, which reminds me that she would be a fun reaction. "The Rose," "Wind Beneath My Wings," ,"From a Distance," "You Gotta Have Friends," "Do You Wanna Dance" "In The Mood," and "Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy of Company B" come to mind.

I've been a fan a long time. Some of my favorites are "I Write the Songs", "Can't Smile Without You", "Copacabana", "Looks Like We Made It", "Ships", "Weekend In New England", "Could It Be Magic", "I Made It Through the Rain" and "Somewhere In the Night". Barry started out by writing jingles for commercials. He wrote Band-Aid “I'm stuck on Band-Aid brand, 'cause Band-Aid's stuck on me!”, State Farm - “Like a good neighbor, State Farm is there.”, KFC - "It's a finger-lickin' good day", among others.

I am a total 'FANILOW'! He ruled the radio from the mid 1970 through the early 80s. Barry had many ballads hits (Could It Be Magic, Weekend In New England, Even Now), uptempo hits (It's A Miracle, Copacabana) and iconic songs (I Write The Songs, Can't Smile Without You). BTW: "Mandy" was a #1 international hit in 1974.

Reacted to Barry Manilow . . . you made my day. "It's a Miracle" is a great song by him, very upbeat.

Most of his best songs have the same vibe. Weekend in New England, Somewhere in the Night, Even Now, Looks Like We Made it. His more high energy hits are It's a Miracle and Copacabana

Manilow is a legend. His best is "I Write the Songs", IMO. Y'all PLEASE listen to Neil Diamond's "I Am I Said" and "Solitary Man". His voice is heaven and totally unique.

Barry has so many hits. He also wrote songs for others. I think he also did commercial jingles.

Barry Manilow is a great stage performer to this day; he was on stage during the recent concert for the re-opening of New York in Central Park. He was on when they had to call the event for the lightning/rain in the area. He ended up on CNN singing the end of his set. He's also at the casinoes in Vegas often.

Barry is a huge part of the great music of music's greatest decade, the 1970s. God bless, Chuck in NC

Wow! Trifecta today! Barry Manilou had a huge career in the mid 70s. I loved his powerful voice and this was his signature song. All of his hits were great. Thanks for listening. So happy you enjoy the songs of our youth.💕

His signature style was taking a slow then swelling it big in the second half with a key change up a couple of times. He was big from about '74 to '79. Basically the Bee Gee era. He also never wanted to be a big recording star, and kind of freaked out when this song, his first chart, shot to the top. He didn't think his style would have that much appeal.

My mother used to listen to him back in the 70s. I love how so many of his songs are storytelling and poetic. They rise to a crescendo with a lovely descent at the end. His songs are art.

Barry is legendary! Check out "Weekend in New England" 🥰

You must try these others songs from him" Could it be magic" , "I write the song" "Weekend in new england" & "looks like we made it" and from ERIC CARMEN the song "All by myself"

This is one of my favorites of all time since I was a child and I'm 51 now

Swoon!! Love Barry Manilow - he's got a TON of hits, all of which are very worthy of your time! Great choice!

What more is there to say other than this is an all time classic! Check out “I write the songs” and “weekend in New England” …2 more of his best.

Barry is the GOAT of love songs in the 70’s!!

Heck ya some Barry Manilow! He's still on my list along with heavy metal, hip-hop, 80s rock/country. Gotta have Barry on your playlist!