Barry Manilow - Mandy/Could It Be Magic (Live from The 1978 BBC Special)

Barry Manilow performs "Mandy/Could It Be Magic" live, taken from the 1978 BBC special.
The year is 1978. In the US, Barry Manilow is on top of the pop charts.
Even Now featuring the hit singles “Even Now", “Can’t Smile Without You”, “Copacabana", and “Somewhere In The Night” is released.
The Second Barry Manilow Special airs on ABC. Barry Manilow In Concert is released as the first big musical special on HBO.
Across the pond in the UK, however, Barry is still a relative unknown. But the buzz is growing.
He’s booked for his first shows in the UK…two nights at the London Palladium. Those two nights sell out and four more nights are added. Those four nights sell out.
British impresario Robert Patterson and his young assistant, Andrew Miller decide to roll the dice.
They call the BBC.
They book Manilow at the Royal Albert Hall and turn his concert into a two part TV special.
So begins a beautiful love affair between Manilow and his British fans.
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[@patriciamott3243]

Lord, that song still makes my heart go pitter patter. Is that wrong for a 65+ yr old ??

[@secretsquirrel8685]

Not wrong at all!! 💙

[@tonydoherty2190]

Not at all

[@TheAtticradio]

Definitely not

[@dbe6307]

Nope!

[@sheilabatey492]

I still love to hear him sing anything and I am 70.

[@RockBallads257]

A message to the future generations. Don't let this song die.

[@stonelifterheavy2720]

Ty.. one of the greatest performers of all time !

[@JanetCurran-pr3bi]

excellent advise

[@mandymanilow65]

Never but less that leave this his Life .. what a hspening Whit loyals fans not say yet stop or fake?my gosh i dont live 😢😢😢😢😢😢😢

[@mandymanilow65]

Loved but alwais prefer un tempo versión 😮 hes really sooooooo hooooot like he IS ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@mandymanilow65]

Never....😢😢😢😢❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@dfbinet1]

My favorite.... Barry you are so very special to my old heart... You are so gifted

[@elcajon6313]

👏👏👏👏We love you Barry ❤❤❤❤

[@mandymanilow65]

But seeems that he dont csr s US or only fake when idiots said that he retiré.?tell us that are lies... cant believe no ist false lets go sweeheart we need you

[@groofoot]

Fun fact: That scar on the right side of his face (which you usually can't see, thanks to makeup) is something he 'acquired' when he was a little boy; he was playing in a park with some small girl and she pushed him over and he fell and .... got the scar. Story verified by his mother.

[@gregchapman5556]

I love the switch to Could it be magic,what a voice.

[@mandymanilow65]

But he said bay in another video Whit this IS not 🎃 on his Channel only lies or what my goah he cannot to leave US like nothimg 😢😢😢😢😢bay dont need liars like him never a truth

[@maragetwhite8001]

I was just watching the Barry Manilow video of Mandy he was a good-looking man when he was younger and he still is today nice to see that he's still performing he brought many many many happy memories back for me of when my sister was alive and we saw him perform in Atlantic City and the PNC Arts Center I hope that he might go on KZbin and scroll down and see the comments that people put there for him but for now I like to say to everyone out there please take care and be safe the world is trying to heal itself and it will given time to Barry Manilow if you're out there and you read this comment I wish you and whoever's in your life a safe and joyous life thank you for the wonderful memories

[@missc8870]

Well said. You as well. 😇

[@secretsquirrel8685]

Beautifully written. Bless you 🙏. He brought me so much in 1978 & beyond during very heartbreaking times. I have seen him eight times in concert all in Scotland. Take care x

[@sharonparton4939]

Love both of these videos, Barry has come such along way.

[@Farrierdownunder]

Hi Margaret. What your wrote was lovely. Best wishes to you. Glenn

[@alliewood1000]

This is when I fell in love with him… I was 7 years old and he was everything. A handsome man, singing so beautifully whilst playing the piano! What more could you ask for….My first crush! ❤️

[@larryscott3316]

So amazing song that keeps me going all though my wife has passed

[@teresastabile8460]

BARRY MANILOW IS ALIVE!

[@larryscott3316]

So amazing song that keeps me going all though my wife passed

[@larryscott3316]

How are you

[@soniamayrink3295]

I have a silver box with 8 cds....I listen to them almost every day.....I've been listening to them for so many years, and they still bring me joy, sometimes I feel kind of nostalgic.....the lyrics are so true to life...they've become part of my life.

[@larryscott3316]

Are you Barry manilow fan

[@murraychadwick9362]

@Sonia Mayrink I loved his music because the story he tells describes emotions that many have been through and felt. To the point that you feel your right back on that very day and time and feeling those emotions all over again.

[@usmc-veteran73-77]

Thank you so much for the memories. I was a 19 yr old United States Marine on Okinawa, when these songs played, late 1974. I was missing my cute girlfriend back home. I've never forgotten that pain.

[@wyckettejones826]

We used to have Barry Manilow parties and get the step stools out and pretend we were dancers dancing up the steps to his music. Oh what great memories

[@secretsquirrel8685]

You had great style girl 🤣👌

[@ur2m0pik]

Barry , What a DARLING You Truly Are 💝💯

[@sportyfemme64]

Anytime you're singing, it's the Magic... At last. 💖💖

[@avalon1108]

Ahhhh, Barry, you came and gave without takin’.

[@nancynorambuena7201]

"* BARRY *" Soberbio. Un gran saludo desde CHILE.🇨🇱🇨🇱🇨🇱🇨🇱❤️❤️❤️🎶🎼

[@mandymanilow65]

Sure pero q no now vaya a dejar tiradas 😢no ahora dios mío 😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢

[@AR-pm9nv]

Talent. Period.

[@genghis_connie]

_Did anyone else hold a tape recorder up to the TV speaker for this when it aired?_ I have a diary entry as an 8 year-old talking about this special (same year, U.S. special). This is the year I joined the fan club, got a pic and a letter - and lost it all in a basement flood. :( Made up for it by taking organ lessons and later becoming a singer/songwriter. THANK YOU, Barry.

[@jimmykern7649]

Barry you are unreal !! Greatest !!

[@dianeaaronson9789]

Mandy is a beautiful song. Barry started his career with that song. He is a great showman. Can't wait to see him agsin in Tampa in January 2023. He is the greatest!

[@rinamooney7161]

Way back in the 70s my sister and I saved all our allowance to get tickets see Barry at the Beacon theater in NYC. We were so excited to be able to go to our first concert ever and that it was Barry Manilow, our favorite. He had his Beagle doggie that concert, on the stage somehow, I think he ran out accidentally but it was the coolest memory with my sister who made it happen for us, RIP my Bonnie. I cherish all the memories and Barry Manilow marks some of the best and always will. BTW, Bonnie loved Mandy and I loved I write the songs and we both loved could it be magic. Thank you Barry Manilow

[@betsybasile-n6d]

Barry.. I love the way you sing these 2 songs and your hair is beautiful shaking around, because you are putting your whole self into doing this video. Love it all............Betsy

[@MsBatbird]

How many of you Barry Manilow fans named one of your daughters after this song? My beautiful Mandy was born in 1986. My husband wasn't as fond of the name as I was when our first two daughters were born in 80 and 81 and our son just didn't look like a Mandy so the honor went to our fourth child. I've been a huge Manilow fan since I was 13 yrs old.

[@Rosette-zr5gh]

The voice! So powerfully romantic.

[@fob1xxl]

This song and his voice have always been "MAGIC" ! It just put a smile on my face.......again. 💙

[@jacquetrosper6763]

Gorgeous man

[@BetsyBasile]

Barry.....I really love this one and sometimes I don't have enough time to find it. Thank you for your wonderful voice. Take care and love you.................Betsy

[@betsybasile-n6d]

Barry...I haven't been able to find this version for a long time, but I stumbled on it tonight. Thank you Barry for this video. I love it and I hope it stays available..........The Dancing Queen BA 1965

[@christinewilkinson2424]

This is when I fell in love with Barry and his beautiful music. I was about 12 years old so wouldnt really have understood about falling in love and romance but I knew a beautiful voice and wonderful songs when I heard them. My late mom got me his LP for Christmas, I still have it today and treasure it because it was a present from my mom but also it brings back very happy memories of listening to Barry's music. I still love his music and think he's one of the best entertainers ever.

[@karenshurley4793]

I’ll never get over the talent Barry continues to show; not sure what the critics aren’t hearing, but they’re missing out on some of the best music.

[@stelamenezes7073]

Songs Wonderful 💙🎶🎵 Amazing Barry Manilow ...Mandy and Could It Be Magic 🎼🌈🎤👏👏👏

[@louieflash7190]

If you live long enough there will be a Mandy in your life and you will know this pain in your heart.💔

[@mandymanilow65]

Or a Barry? nah never like him

[@Its_Renee_]

You're a national treasure!!! ❤️

[@larryscott3316]

Sweet voice. I could remember when my wife see the concert. Barry keeps me going all though my wife passed

[@larryscott3316]

Are you Barry manilow fan

[@GinaD46]

Beautiful voice! Still love the live video's today!

[@dolorescortesamaral9498]

Beautifull

[@betsybasile-n6d]

Still in orbit over this one. You hair is blowing and moving and this song is of course how you really got started climbing the charts. I am so proud of you , Barry. I knew you would do this back in 1974 when I became a devoted fan and still am. Great about "Harmony". y ou must be in orbit to about that too. What a success story. Love it....................Betsy bb

[@gloriacolvard1486]

I love his music .I remember being about 16 when this came out and thought his heart was so broken .And then Could it be magic.That song still gives me chills .Its a very emotional song .I cherish his music and want my grandchildren to carry it on also .Love you Barry

[@veraregina4525]

He is so gorgeous, elegant, classy, romantic and a humble celebrity! 🙏🥳👏💯✌😍👍😘♥️🇧🇷

[@HilahSpaethe]

Another memorable performance. Never gets old seeing and hearing you perform. Love you Barry, God bless, Hilah

[@joangentile42]

Love Barry Manilow!! I have been a fan since the 70's!! Love his voice!! This was one of his very first songs!! ❤❤❤

[@larryscott3316]

Love Barry manilow

[@larryscott3316]

How are you

[@betsybasile-n6d]

Barry.......................This one sends me in orbit. I love the way your hair is here and of course, the song is perfect. You are so serious when you sing this one. Love it and you.......BB

[@kathylill8990]

All these years later and still remarkably talented and a sweet, sweet man!

[@mistreated]

Incredible 😊

[@toniebrowning5469]

What memories of yesteryear and still the same loving felt then still feel the same. A brilliant talented singer that never changed his music for his fans. His heart is always to entertained his fans for his success. The goosebumps, tears and love are still there in performances. Thank you Barry

[@larryscott3316]

So amazing song that keeps me going all though my wife passed

[@larryscott3316]

Are you Barry manilow fan

[@int53185]

I heard Barry's songs in the background of my life. I never payed full attention to them. Now i realized what I missed out on all those years. Good to see he's still performing live.

[@gracieladupraz9828]

Lo admiro profundamente desde el año 1973, época en qué lo descubrí, y me enamoró .❤❤❤

[@lauriegills773]

I can NEVER get enough of Barry… still. Even after all of the years gone past. Thank you, Barry 🙌🏻❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@sportyfemme64]

Like is just not big enough for this feeling. Absolute LOVE! 💚

[@karengilbert9016]

Love to listen to your sweet music .Keep singing .memories.

[@karengilbert9016]

40 years ago listening to your sweet music .Keep singing always.🌹

[@larryscott3316]

So amazing song that keeps me going all though my wife has passed

[@barbaragarrick2614]

OMG Barry is so gorgeous and that wonderful, thick hair! He is so romantic. Seeing him sing and play his great great music always cheers me up. I really love you Barry Manilow

[@annabeckwith]

Simply magical!!!🥰🥰🥰💕💕💕 This performance gives me goosebumps! Total perfection!!! OMG!!!😱💕💖💖💖

[@larryscott3316]

OMG. Absolutely amazing song that keeps me going all though my wife has passed for Long

[@larryscott3316]

Are you Barry manilow fan

[@jasonwilliams6005]

Massive voice. Incredible song.

[@cleuzaxavier2796]

Wonderful... Maravilhoso Barry Manilow 🎧💖👏👏👏👏...🇧🇷

[@blazefairchild465]

Gosh, I haven't heard this in many years. Oh Mandy 😍

[@jameshernandez5766]

His voice back then was amazing

[@maureenchristine1]

Thank you Barry!!! So beautiful and special

[@larryscott3316]

Beautiful and special song

[@larryscott3316]

Are you Barry manilow fan

[@angycuevas2317]

😍😍😍😍😍😍😍

[@simon_says_gs]

AMAZING AND TIMELESS 💥⚡🎶💯.

[@vannareginaassuntaventuri840]

The two heavenly Songs for all My Life . Oh My Love♡☆~

[@mau9885]

Ohhh my…!!!!!! I love all your songs Barry!!!❤️❤️🥰

[@larryscott3316]

So amazing song that keeps me going all though my wife has passed for Long

[@larryscott3316]

Are you Barry manilow fan

[@allancabato1093]

👏❤️👏❤️👏❤️👏 I’ll always love all your music Barry Manilow. Bravo.

[@JohnPatterson1]

My favourite live performance. Mind-blowing...

[@surfshack2]

Wow. I always liked Barry Manilow since I was a kid but I didn’t know how passionate he was in a live performance. Awesome.

[@stevenmiller8196]

BARRY IS Unbelievable amazing music incredible makes me so relaxed when I am with my wife RIP Mom Barry was your favorite love ❤️ forever ❤️

[@bernardrubin5816]

Spectacular. I need to say no more.

[@trudyappleby1622]

Just a really beautiful song with the master showman singing it xx 😘

[@larryscott3316]

Are you Barry manilow fan

[@winniefernandes9492]

Beautiful voice ..

[@cory3518]

You can feel the pain as he sings. A magnificent performer

[@garethhughes2826]

Well you came and you gave without taking ( what a wonderful line)

[@lisaknits69]

Absolutely gorgeous

[@larryscott3316]

Absolutely amazing song

[@larryscott3316]

Are you Barry manilow fan

[@lisaknits69]

Yes it is an amazing song

[@lisaknits69]

Yes I am. Are you also a Barry manilow fan

[@gregchapman5556]

Dam that man can sing 😊.

[@karebear1411]

My 2 top favorites🌟My dad used to play your music all the time and call me over to listen ;He taught me to appreciate everything about music.Thank you!🙏🏻❤️🧡💛

[@secretsquirrel8685]

🙏💙

[@TheMeganGilbey]

You can see the passion in his face. He's so inspiring!

[@sharondawkins3592]

Miss going to see these shows…..

[@larryscott3316]

So amazing shows that keeps me going all though my wife passed

[@deidre8994]

Barry, such a passionate singer! We still love you!!! 😍

[@larryscott3316]

So amazing song

[@larryscott3316]

How are you

[@betsybasile-n6d]

I am so glad this one popped up again, Barry. This song, it is no wonder you shot to the top of the Billboards due to the way you sing it. Sometimes softly and sometimes, very powerful and of course we can see you playing the piano in some places. I absolutely faint when I see you do those keys. Love you always, Barry.................Betsy B

[@buckeyefangirl1976]

Oh Mandy..❤️ like so many mamas from back then I named my daughter Mandy❤️.

[@keithwills3790]

When talent used to mean something!!!...

[@RichardWestberg]

Giant. 👏

[@missc8870]

•💟• Bravo ! 👏🌹🕯 Amazing performance. Thank you......for all of this. •💟•

[@douglasroyce5631]

Absolutely brilliant .

[@angelamontgomery9007]

Barry is the most magnanimous entertainer! A showman who maintains a private life is so rare now.

[@larryscott3316]

So amazing song that keeps me going all though my wife passed

[@corinnechevreux9304]

I love these songs and this whole show is just magic ❤❤

[@robertorivascardosodasilva5378]

Quanta saudade dessa época

[@holymoly489]

LOVE FROM 🇮🇳 INDIA

[@user-man-66]

Очень красивая мелодия, и хорошее исполнение. Куда ты ушла, молодость?!

[@EduardoConde-u9d]

Obrigado Barry você simplesmente immortalized essa musica. Do yoynis the best.

[@brianmccarthy890]

I love Barry!!!

[@teresacristinasenadeandrad9116]

Ser humano magnífico, talento espetacular . Maravilho em todas suas apresentações. Voz e piano exemplar. Deus sempre o ilumine. Teresa Cristina S Andrade-Brazil/MG/Belo Horizonte.

[@Asia-Jmnz]

Soo many memories, I always feel like crying ♥️. Thanks so much Barry

[@karencampbell2549]

Ohhh Barry ❤❤

[@simmisaa7905]

Always loved this song of you dear brother ...your live version is outstanding ;)

[@larryscott3316]

So amazing song that keeps me going all though my wife passed

[@larryscott3316]

Are you Barry manilow fan

[@KotyaVitya]

I loved both songs when Take That and Westlife performed them. But made a little search now and discovered the original author. Barry is absolutely amazing. So much feeling. Breathtaking.

[@angelamontgomery9007]

Listen along children, this is what no auto tune sounds like.

[@gailfrench3823]

O absolutely his music touches my heart.

[@rjmcallister1888]

Some of the Brits might have recognized Barry's reworking of Scott English's 1971 hit "Brandy"(a #10 in the UK) which was his first #1 in the States. "Could it Be Magic" went through several iterations before it landed on Barry's first LP in 1973. It was also reworked a bit before it became a hit in 1975. These two are where it all started.

[@elvisneedsboats3714]

Bad pop music is awful. This is pop music at its best - beautiful and lots of fun! Manilow is also a great showman.

[@helenasilva7820]

Não me canso de ouvir essa voz linda cantando Mandy, amo muito. Barry você continua lindo, amo muito

[@joetrudnak9589]

God how wonderful. Chills on chills ❤

[@laurabartoletti6412]

LOVE Barry Manilow LOVE his voice, LOVE HIS MUSIC!! His creativity is epic! 🎶🎹🥰🪗

[@rosebower6371]

Love this