British guitarist analyses Barry Manilow turning Brandy... into Mandy!

[@elainewiggins1101]

I just saw Barry Manilow here in Savannah in concert and I have to say, it was one of the best concerts I’ve seen in my life. He is very congenial and had so many hits, and is is still so capable of a great performance. It was him on stage all the time and looks and sounds great at 79. It was a great experience for all that was there.

[@rtphotos4691]

I caught him in London on the same tour. I'm glad I went to see him. He was incredible. Funny, entertaining, and I even cried when he did 'I Made it Through the Rain.' I didn't expect to be so moved by him. Brilliant performer.

[@roblawhorne1015]

I saw him live 3 times. Every show played the favorites, yet still had a surprise. Never dragging the Band out on a tired tour. Barry is a true showman!

[@christinelamb1167]

This brings back great memories! I remember being in 6th grade in the 70s and sitting in my best friend's bedroom, playing this song over and over on the record player. I always loved Barry Manilow, he's such a great singer and a true icon of the 70s.

[@dm0065]

Went to see him here in Houston last week. My wife is the real Barry fan, I just knew of a couple his songs. Thought they were pretty, but didn't ever really pay attention. So I'm there for her, it's her night. I'm telling you, I was BLOWN AWAY. It wasn't just how good the music was, there was something so beautiful and just joyous about what he was doing up there. I had to wipe away tears a couple times. Stupid grin stuck so hard on my face the whole time that my jaw was hurting after. I was so happy and wanted to be nicer to everybody, and that feeling persists a week later. Drag anybody that you love that isn't into Manilow to his show, I'm telling you, they'll come out a changed person. Best show of any kind you'll ever see.

[@deannebenkert6700]

Thanks for your reaction, so glad that you recognize Barry’s musical genius. If you ever have a chance to see him live , group at it. He is awesome in concert, I’ve been fortunate enough to see him 50 times in concert!

[@carbine090909]

Lol, I used to be so embarrassed for liking Barry Manilow. I finally admitted it to myself and confessed to my big-hair / new wave friends. Wow, it's been a while, what an amazing voice.

[@timothyorie7021]

I totally get it..growing up in that era I was discovering all the rock bands of the time but there was something about Barry that I gravitated to

[@jayscybermind3284]

Thats hilarious! Its that Disco Sucks shame that was pushed on us. Slower love songs got swept into the mix. BeeGees are mainly to thank. I always loved the irony of when they didn't know it was a BGees song they loved it. Shows the strength of peer pressure no doubt. Thank God for good earbuds hu.lol

[@clare1061]

I was also stuck in that closet. LOL

[@casey4602]

Yep, me too Manilow is a guilty pleasure of mine. Ironically Barry didn't write I Write The Songs. A Beach Boy wrote it

[@chocho8036]

embarrassment ? life is too short. love like it's your last moment . i was at a wedding and they started playing all this seventies disco and i was on the floor alone at first then plenty of company. i will dance to so many things, whether it's cool or not any more i don't care i love it

[@cathybrown6076]

I always loved Barry and not ashamed to say it! I saw him live twice. Each time was the best experience. Love your analysis Fil.

[@gordrum]

I always love to see Barry get the respect he deserves. I rarely divulge my appreciation of his talent but, there are probably half a dozen of his songs that kill me every time - for 40+ years!

[@boosuedon]

I named my first daughter after this song. She too is a gift for me!

[@randywiese7841]

The first time I heard Barry Manilow on the radio, (1973 I think) he sang Could It Be Magic. It blew me away! Beautiful song. I've been a Manilow fan ever since. Great analysis Fil!!

[@rtphotos4691]

I saw him live a few years ago and he gave props to Donna Summer for turning it into a disco song, then he sang the disco version. It was brilliant.

[@diannelovejoy5514]

Seeing Barry live at the Kennedy Center in 1976, is an experience I will always remember. It was the second show of a 2 show evening that started 2 hours late due to his arriving late. He performed almost 2 hrs he said to make up for being so late. I still love listening to all of his music. ( I bet many still can sing his commercial jingles) Thank you Fil for the analysis! 🙂💖

[@phantomcollector1976]

BARRY IS TRULY AMAZING EVERYTHING HE SINGS IS A MASTERPIECE THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR ANOTHER OUTSTANDING VIDEO

[@The_Dudester]

Thank you Fil from the bottom of my heart. Barry was one of my boyhood idols, what he could do with a piano and a song. O.M.G!! My mother heard me listening to Mandy over and over and knew what Barry meant to me, so, during the 1975 Grammys, when he played the medley: Chopin prelude/Could it be magic/Mandy, she stayed quiet as I recorded it off of the TV. I played that tape until I wore it out. Whenever I bring up Barry as an idol to my contemporaries the first thing they say is "He's gay!!" I don't care. He makes this beautiful music that speaks to me. I could sit, gap mouthed for hours as long as Barry talked about or played his music. On a funny aside, in 1969 a teacher grumbled about how kids could recite, song and verse commercial jingles but not remember vital educational principles. Thing is, at the time, Barry wrote most of those commercial jingles. If the teacher wanted us to remember his principles, he should raise his game level to Barry's.

[@HamiltonRb]

Have seen Barry a few times in Palm Springs at restaurants or just walking around as he has a home there

[@bluesingmusic3443]

I wouldn't worry about it. Some people consider Slim Whitman as the greatest, most expressive, soulful singer, in history.(they're not wrong) No one is wrong. Who ever one listens to, the music that gives them enjoyment, takes them to that special place, doesn't matter! Like who you want to like, enjoy what you want, you're absolutely correct! Just think, if every artist sang the same type of music, sounded exactly like every other artist, what a boring, dull world, tbis would be. In high school, when Barry was just breaking big BTW, my record collection had everything from Bob Dylan, to Steppenwolf, to Mott the Hoople, to Elmore James, Muddy Waters, I even listened to my parents Johnny Cash, Hank Thompson, Merle Haggard. My friends all laughed at my collection. I could've cared less. When Mott the Hoople released Mott, I actually carried that album around with me, where ever I went. Let no one steal your joy, the music that makes you happy, is the BEST music. The music that makes me happy is the BEST music.(even the songs I've written & recorded. but a friend who I knew through Facebook was under going chemo for cancer. I jokingly wrote I'd send her a copy of my CD, that no cancer cells coukd stick around & bother her if she listened to that. Well she accepted, she'd never heard my stuff. But she actually liked the entire CD & said it made her feel good during treatments. So that alone made me happy). Like what you want, let every one else like what they want. The world would be much better IMO. When it comes to gay artists, the list is long, with several huge selling artists. Just because some one is gay or straight, that's there business. Listening to Barry, Elton John, or whoever doesn't mean a person is gay for liking them. My 1st publisher was gay, & he did Country music. (He didn t do much for my bands career, so I started publishing my own stuff). Pay no mind to what others think.

[@rtphotos4691]

I saw him live a few years ago and he did a medley of the jingles he wrote.

[@pete9688]

Barry Manilow is , hands down a very good singer. His breathing technique and obviously schooled in vocal annunciation; he uses so many signature singing techniques… I’ve studied many live performances of his. Strangely, live ( at least in his earlier years ) he almost looks as though he’s in a trance when singing live. ( look at his eyes ) he has world renowned arrangers and collaborators at his beckoned call ! Some of his best songs are written by others , but he rearranges them to fit his style. One of his signature arrangements he does on almost 99 % of his songs is the dramatic 1/2 step up chorus at the end is his songs , sometimes 1/2 then another halve with a crecendo timpani and swirl of cymbals … then he doubles his vocals with a little boost of reverb! Perfect. As one of his sound engineers said in an interview… “ … he’s a genius with coming up with small ideas , then calls in collaborators / arrangers and Whalah … magic. That’s why he was so good at writing commercials. Short but powerful, hooky ditties. 👍🏼 A legend.

[@lynndow3185]

I will never ever take this song for granted again.

[@nickimontie]

I've seen him live and he's a generous performer! He makes sure everyone has a great time.

[@quicktastic]

Barry is certainly a master of building up tension throughout a song and paying it off with some sort of crescendo ending. Could it be Magic is an obvious example of that. This Ones For You, Tryin' to Get the Feeling etc..

[@lilpoohbear653]

yes!

[@claudetteduncan8037]

I been a Fan of Barry Manilow’s 50 yrs now. The Man is a Legend!! There will never be another Barry! He is just totally Amazing 🥰 I, Thank Him for all the Music 🎶 🎼 🎵 He has Gave Us. ❤️

[@TorToroPorco]

One of the most beautiful openings to a song, instant hook. When I first heard it as a child I fantasized about my own Mandy but the bubble kind of burst when I learned who the song was really about. Even Fil’s off the cuff singing sounded really good.

[@mightyV444]

@TorToroPorco - Yes, I liked Fil's singing, too! 🙂 And Baz had dedicated 'Mandy' to his dog, didn't he?! 😄

[@TorToroPorco]

@@mightyV444 I’ve gotten really used to Fil’s voice, it has a pleasant quality to it especially when he injects slight inflections and even the occasional imperfection kind of makes me pay attention.

[@kpmac1]

what did you learn the song being about?

[@earthangel8730]

Another BRILLIANT analysis Fil. And always lovely to hear YOUR pipes too.

[@wingsofpegasus]

TIME STAMPS - 1:12 Performance Start 2:38 Analysis Start (Arrangement) 5:41 Change in Melody 7:22 Difference in Rhythm 9:35 Performance Resumes 10:37 Composition Variety 12:32 Strings 13:34 String Counter Melodies 15:13 Vocal Double Track 16:05 Original Track Background 17:17 Barry's Career Start

[@danithompson1693]

Ooh, I love the time stamps. Is that a pretty recent addition? This Patreon supported highly approves!

[@Sotto_]

Love this breakdown. Thank you! As a music and vocal affectionado, this helps me enjoy this so much more.

[@stan_doucet]

Barry Manilow is the man that got me to appreciate soft rock and I am glad some worthy attention to him has been realized. Great analysis as always Fil and this was a great format to use IMHO!

[@justafreethinker]

so agree Brother! :)

[@stan_doucet]

@Cali Girl In Costa 😊 Hi!

[@danithompson1693]

Fil, you need to sing more often. Loved it!

[@chocho8036]

Kudos to Barry ! not just his voice, but his ability to go way into the cheese but with such fervent love and sincerity ! cheers to you Barry ! 🥂😘

[@justafreethinker]

Ah Mr. Manilow in perhaps his most pretty song that he ever covered. Barry was one of those guys that you either liked or hated him. I, for one, have always enjoyed his music. He has proven himself to be an extraordinary arranger, excellent pianist and fair songwriter. I am glad you have gotten to analyze him Fil. Sometimes a bit cheesy but absolutely underrated at times. Nice work as always!

[@justafreethinker]

@Cali Girl In Costa Heya Cali, good to see ya! :)

[@justafreethinker]

@@redpammy Heya Sis!! :D reach me at [e-mail] ok?? Anyway, Could it be Magic is great. I like a lot of his music though!

[@justafreethinker]

@@susandenniscook9271 proving again you two have GREAT taste in music! :)

[@jimmycampbell78]

Pure cheese. Yes sorry guys, I am one of those people who hates Barry Manilow. If I may continue to compare music to food for a moment. Songs like this are like having a bowl of vanilla ice cream and dripping a ton of syrup on it. In theory - sounds delicious, but it's trash that isn't good for you and too much makes me want to be sick.

[@celinasolimeo]

Hola mi amigo 😁🇧🇷

[@donnacolwell3988]

Fil, any analysis where you sing is a good one. Barry Manilow was HUGE when I was a girl. This song, and many of his other hits, were on the radio all the time when I was growing up. I've got to admit that I can't help but sing along. I'm much more of a rocker, but I can appreciate Barry's musicianship.

[@tnmoppylaura5476]

I had no idea that Mandy was a remake. Barry wrote the theme to American Bandstand too. He’s a great talent!

[@JS-Jms]

I knew it was his first number 1 hit but never knew it was a remake until now as well.

[@wendygizmorazzmatazz8899]

I had no idea either until this video. I love this channel.

[@Sotto_]

You would be amazed at Barry's catalogue. Besides top forty hits, he has written many of the jingles for large international chains over the years.

[@lamusiclover2264]

He write the words. The instrumental already existed.

[@Walesbornandbred]

It isn't

[@suehollar2578]

You could have had an hour long analysis of Barry and I would still be fascinated. I had 5-6 of his albums and my friends in high school made me hide them because they were embarrassed for me😲. Saw him live twice in the late 70's and early 80's and he was fantastic. He never took himself too seriously on stage. If you ever see him perform "Copacobana" on stage in the 80's you'll see what I mean. He always sung a bunch of his jingles during the show. I still have a double picture disc of greatest hits that has never been played that I would love to get autographed but I have to go to Vegas to get that done. One of my bucket list items!

[@HamiltonRb]

If you ever get to Palm Springs good chance you will see him, small town

[@itslikethesamebutdifferent8020]

Dude i love that you’re showing Barry Manilow as he’s one of my favorite artists. It also shows how diverse a musician you are by listening to other artists and genres other than rock, your vocals tho, bro you have to cover this or maybe do a medley of this and Could It Be Magic like Barry himself once did, maybe do it and put your own spin into it, you certainly got the pipes for it. Just a suggestion but rock on 🤘

[@winterlane2247]

I agree, Fil could do a wonderful job with this song!

[@winterlane2247]

What a talent; this was my first “Favorite Song”, I was around 12. I love it when you do an artist from my era. I don’t understand people being ashamed of loving his music. That is bazaar to me. I love Manilow along with Zeppelin, Denver, Cash and Cornell. Don’t fence me in people. Eclectic is cool. Love your channel!

[@lindamcnelis6374]

I never knew how brilliant and talented Barry is. Thank you for analyzing Barry’s voice and talent. Btw you can sing anything!!! You amaze me with your talent. ❤️

[@RonHarrisMe]

I was 11 years old in 1974. I heard this song. That was it. Here we are 50 YEARS later, and still, Barry Manilow is my ALL-TIME favorite. Here's how crazy this is. I have outright identified who I am by making this statement. EVERYONE who EVER knew me, since I was 11, there was always a Manilow album playing in my room, then a Cassette Tape in my car. Yes, being so young and into my teens, through High School and THEN into the Navy, I took A LOT OF CRAP being a Manilow fan. I didn't care then, and I don't care now. I own every album, every tape. I know every song, by heart. I saw him in concert when I was in my 30s. When he came on stage, I have to admit, a tear came to my eye. It's the music, it's the songs, and more than anything, he makes me believe, he was feeling what I was feeling. Regardless the situation. SO MANY girlfriends I've had, can't hear Barry Manilow without thinking of me, it was THAT MUCH of my life. I have been a fan of Barry Manilow for 50 years, and I will be until the day I die. IF you're not a fan, and you're interested, listen to the album “Even Now”, overall, probably one of his best during his absolute prime.

[@BabsR]

Love Barry and have seen him in concert several times, brilliant musician and a fantastic entertainer.

[@Rebecca236]

I’ve always loved this song, and specifically Barry Manilow. It sounds a simple, throwaway pop song but your analysis confirms it is a musical masterpiece. Your analysis is so enlightening and enriching for us casual, non-musical listeners. Barry has an amazing voice. It’s so distinct. I knew about him writing jingles for adverts and that makes me love him even more. Thank you so much for this review. It was excellent 😊

[@jimilove7773]

Barry is one of the best! Thanks! The modulation master!

[@allenf.5907]

But he overused the modulation practically every "hit song" that he did.

[@jimilove7773]

@@allenf.5907 Yet some artists never us them in any'' hit songs''.....Thanks for the reply!

[@TimTimSalabim]

Everyone's had a Mandy in their lives. So relatable, and the music is gorgeous. No wonder it became a classic.

[@bmoshareholderappleshareho855]

That's true. Most people would rather make friends with people who are not their friends than realize who their real friends are.

[@dianedove1000]

I really appreciate that you are reacting to so many of these old classics. I graduated from high school in the late 50’s, so I am familiar with so many of the oldies. So much unique talent during this time period.

[@linxMuppet]

You’re a musical genius…and I hope you understand the joy u give us with your gift

[@njmcd]

Very educational video. I didn't know anything about Barry's career and was only familiar with "Mandy" as a hit song. Excellent analysis as always 👱‍♀️🎻💜

[@chocho8036]

i never thought i would be fascinated by an analysis of Barry Manilow ! wow, i'm impressed !

[@melissakhalar1842]

Everything in this analysis was wonderful for me Fil, the piano/ keyboard I loved not only because it's beautiful but because I play this song on my Ol' Story and Clark upright piano . I loved how you sounded singing this as well. Oh so good! ❤

[@bethfreschi]

Thank you so much, Fil, for giving such a wonderful analysis of this song! Today my dear friend Kathy, who has been a lifelong fan of Barry Manilow, posted about the 47th anniversary of the song “Mandy”, so I sent her your video and she loved it! This is what she said: “That is amazing! I’ve heard just bits side by side before, but the analysis and appreciation is incredible. Music!!❤️” You’ve made a huge Barry fan and her friend (me) very happy! 🎶💜 Thank you!

[@HamiltonRb]

He certainly had a lot of hits back then, but probably not known as much is how many famous commercial jingles he wrote for corporate America. Jingles like Like a good neighbour, State Farm is there, Stuck on Band- Aid, You deserve a break today at McDonalds and Feelin Free for Pepsi were a few iconic jingles he wrote

[@jeffking291]

Something I never knew. My mom was stuck on him. While I was never a big fan [ I was more into Hard Rock], I always recognized his immense talent. 📻🙂

[@Sue20022010]

True

[@chocho8036]

no way !

[@anderspemer358]

He did not *write* all of the known ones he's associated with, some of them he just arranged and sung, some he only sung. He published an open letter about which one he really wrote some time in the late 70s, which has been linked as a reference on his Wikipedia page.

[@michellewilsdon294]

Thanks Fil, saw Barry in concert in 1976, it was a great musical extravaganza, but there was no doubting that great voice and undeniable talent and control. \m/

[@Heywood.Jablome]

Yes! That layering of vocals/instruments starting with one then adding the next and the next building to a powerful crescendo has been a proven formula for big powerful hits! I highly recommend anyone looking for that big hit study songs like Triumph's Magic Power and many others. Barry was a genius.

[@ZainaDancer]

Your videos not only make me happy, but they make me feel smart when I finish watching them! My late husband would have loved your Channel... he was a musician, primarily a guitarist, and played with some of the greats in the 70s including Boz Scaggs, Edgar Winter and many others, and he used to talk to me about music the way you do! Thank you for sharing your knowledge and talents with us! I was already a huge fan of Barry Manilow's from the very beginning and knew just about every tidbit of info you gave us, but watching you do this analysis was wonderful and also made me aware of some nuances I may have missed. One of my favourite jingles of his was "I Am Stuck on Band-Aid 'cause Band-Aid's Stuck on Me"! 💜

[@debratucker5076]

Love Barry👍 He truly is multi talented. Commercials, Vegas and songwriter. He puts emotion in his songs. I loved going to the skating rink and skate to the song “It’s a Miracle.” Great analysis Fil🤟

[@pamegan8735]

Great Analyses !!! I love Barry Manilow!! Brings back my high school years !! 💗Fil you're the best !!!

[@Rock_Girl_Daze]

Manilow was never on my hit list, but Mandy was. Its amazing what one can hear differently, and learn musically from Fil. Much appreciated. ✌️

[@mariflame1821]

I've seen Barry Manilow two times in concert and he sounds wonderful live! Love how most of his songs always end up with a big bang!

[@konstantia1607]

You find so much that's wonderful in these videos, Fil. I'm always thrilled to hear the details you bring out. Thank-you for handling these with care!

[@nrsvlda70]

Got to see him in concert in 1986.. he was an AMAZING singer/songwriter.. and most of all - entertainer. He got folks up on stage from the audience.. walked through the audience singing. Just a joyful concert - and of course (at that time) everyone knew all the words.. to sing along with him! Glad I got to see him. Thanks for the thoughtful analysis.. as always!

[@hainanbob6144]

My first wife was a #1 fan of Barry's, I used to deride him. more fool me. Over the years I've really got to appreciate his talent. A great all round entertainer too. Thanks Fil

[@jimindetroit9461]

Thanks for showcasing Barry Manilow. Timeless music. They don't write songs like this anymore.

[@steelethescene]

I love all your vids - so many different genres of music, so educational, really love them :)

[@wingsofpegasus]

Thanks!👍

[@anthonydellabarba5837]

I love it! Awesome review of Barry Manilow's Mandy. One of my favorite love songs of all time. Trust me my friend, I rarely like love songs. You are awesome!

[@mariorabottini5687]

Totally enjoyed Barry’s style of music! A great voice accompanied by his sensational piano brilliance just made him a pleasure to listen to! Fabulous analysis Fil! Cheers Mario! 😀🤘

[@CreamySpoon]

As a teen in the 80's, hard rock and heavy metal were the only things I typically listened to. However, my parents had a great catalog of "old folks" music (Jim Croce, Neil Diamond, Bee Gees, etc.) that I only got into much later. Among them was Mr. Manilow. Great song and equally great analysis, Fil.

[@1SeanBond]

Appreciate your efforts Fil, a excellent veiw! Thanks for your thoughts on the this Monster Hit, it was a hudge song! Luv&Peace Sean&family Cheers from Sask Canada!

[@helenfong3339]

I love your accent & voice! Thank you for covering Barry!

[@vickyallen501]

Thanks for playing ALL kinds of music from the past and to date!!!! Just found your channel and love it❤⚘

[@wingsofpegasus]

Thanks!

[@kellyj.azania4371]

Fil, you just keep taking me back to my childhood. When I was in 7th-grade, my friend Randy LOVED this song! She loved Barry! She did not love us inserting her name into the lyrics...lol.

[@artmanjohn2]

I saw Barry Manilow live once back in 1983 or so! One of the best concerts I've ever witnessed. I'm a child of the 60s and I've seen everybody from Pink Floyd, Moody Blues, Jimi Hendrix, Santana, The Four Seasons, Dave Mason, Led Zeppelin, BB King, Sonny and Cher, Freddy King, Iron Butterfly, Love, Vanilla Fudge, Joni Mitchell, Van Morrison, Robert Cray, Stevie Ray Vaughn, Eric Clapton, Janis Joplin, Chicago Transit Authority, Joe Cocker, Jefferson Airplane, Canned Heat, I could go on, saw them all, and Barry was right up there at the top as far as being entertained and just blown away by his mastery of music. I actually got a Beta copy of a live simulcast from 1982 of Barry Manilow live from Philadelphia. I still watch it now and then and it still just blows me away. I'm still surprised my Betamax Video recorder still works, I had to replace all the belts in the machine a while back. I had a t-shirt made once , still got it, "I may be old but I got to see all the cool bands". Love your channel, your a master of your craft!

[@northernlights9637]

Barry Manilow ..such an amazing musician who stirred the emotions with one masterpiece after another. ' Somewhere in the Night , Weekend in New England and Mandy just to name a few. Fil...nice job with the vocals. Spot on.

[@dwaynewladyka577]

Hard not to recall the 1970s, without Barry Manilow. Thanks for sharing this analysis video. Cheers, Fil!

[@Sotto_]

Barry Manilow is a very underrated composer. He was like an American Andrew Lloyd Weber of the pop industry.

[@rena6895]

I love that you picked this song! ❤️

[@puddysue]

I had almost forgotten how awesome Barry Manilow was... thank you!

[@LouieLouie3]

I grew up on AM radio and had know idea until today that this was a cover.

[@lupcokotevski2907]

Some people put Barry's music down, but you don't sell that many records unless you are really, really good and a serious musician, whatever your preferred genre. Fun fact: Barry's "favourite composer is Laura Nyro, ahead of Chopin" (source: Nyro's biography by Michele Kort). Bette Midler inducted Nyro into the Rock Hall of Fame in 2012.

[@teresafinoalchemy]

Such a beautiful song and a favourite of my early teenage years. It always touched my heart deeply.

[@wisdomoftheearlychristians2037]

Wow, you know I didn't realize until today how talented you are. Honestly, your playing, singing, style. If I were 20 years younger, I would have loved to sing a duet with you. I love the timbre of your voice. Very impressed! And all this time I thought you were drums and guitar. Beautiful voice! I could see you playing piano, doing this as a cover and nailing it. EDIT: I used to love double tracking and doing my own harmonies, so I could do mezzo, soprano and alto, and ot gave you a great sound, before we had all of this digital tech and computers. In the late 80s that's what we did for demo tracks, lol.

[@wingsofpegasus]

Thanks for the kind words!

[@glamgal7106]

Fil, thanks for a wonderful analysis of the multi-talented Barry Manilow. Part of your analysis reminded that around the same time, I'd listen to Barry's compositions on vinyl and had started taking piano lessons. I appreciated how you demonstrated the different rhythms and how they affect the composition's lyrical content. Yes, I heard the difference between the two examples and also appreciate being reminded how rhythm and tempo can affect the song's intended message. You continue to teach and remind me musically--thanks, Fil!😊

[@benhoogenband8729]

You know, I loved that song when I was 15 years old. I am 63 now and STILL love that song.

[@janicesnyder9305]

Beautiful and such a wide range of talent, not only singing himself but also penning so many other spectacular artists such as Bette Miller

[@rwt3209]

Very interesting and knowledgeable, thank you for this exposition on Barry’s arranging, what to listen for and better appreciate. His skills are amazing and I’m delighted to understand this song’s intricacies better. I will look for more of your analyses of my fav songs, for sure!

[@clare1061]

In High School late 70’s I played Saxophone in the High School marching band. Summer Band camp was at Michigan State University and we did our full show all Barry Manilow songs. My goodness this takes me back.

[@npc77107]

Hey Fil just to let you know your channel has been a tremendous help with my PTSD from my previous work . So you do touch people in different ways. Keep rockin' brother!

[@wingsofpegasus]

Thanks! I'm happy it helps!

[@deed.3230]

I liked him. His mom used to hang out at a club in the West Village, my coworkers and I occasionally went there for a drink and to listen to whatever entertainment they might have. She was a character and of course very proud of Barry. Saw him live once and he put on a great show.

[@katherineyanagihara2909]

Aloha, Barry was so dynamic in all he did! Loved his TV Specials, his band & the backup girls are legend! Aloha nou! Thank you!

[@carriemcarthur8125]

This was one of my favorite Barry songs. Sung this song in the shower at the top of my voice. Got the lights turned off a couple of times but hey it sure made me happy. Good memories thanks for sharing.🐾🐺👍

[@dchgaprezjh3819]

Always fascinating commentary by Fil. Thanks Fil.

[@58joana]

Such a pleasure to listen to your explanation!

[@MRMOTOFOTO]

Just saw him last nite...great show and incredible band!!!

[@trinkab]

***WAVES of nostalgia*** Barry was HUGE when I was a kid. Just EVERYWHERE! I remember Copa Cabana on the radio at almost the same time every evening (as i set the table for dinner) for a rather long time.

[@keithwigley1256]

Its good to hear someone who is not just analysing musicians but is a musician and singer in his own right....see Lucas Brar...guitarist on youtube...all the best now ...

[@freespiritwithnature4384]

Wow ,this man has quite the resume! His voice is amazing! 💜☺

[@sherriwalters6095]

Thanks, Fil, ‘Mandy’ was playing the first time a boy asked me to dance in 1974. Huge Manilow fan still…and of the very famous ‘Barry Manilow key change’ 😉

[@nancyerickson2827]

Fil, this is a fascinating analysis. You have really clear and insightful explanations that lead to a greater appreciation of music. Thank you so much.

[@msredstilettoscraftsshoesc5152]

I love Barry Manilow... he voice is so pure! And I'm not so sure he's lip synching,... if he is, he's dead on with his mouth movement. I owned quite a few of those platinum & multi platinum records! He was also a mastery song writer (iconic jingles too that he started out writing!)

[@eg8419]

Thanks,fil, this brought back so many memories... I love the singer/love the song. from Eve G.

[@stephenvolk7748]

Thank you for breaking down Barry's brilliance. Growing up, he was very uncool to listen to, or admit you even liked- much like the Carpenters. You are amazing teacher Fil! Look at the brilliance, not peer pressure ✌

[@wingsofpegasus]

Thanks!

[@konstantia1607]

the brilliance, not the peer pressure...yes, and wow!!

[@donohoe0]

I remember first hearing Barry Manilow in junior high and became a huge fan of his! I never was embarrassed by it either!!! He is a pure talent!!!

[@donohoe0]

I guess I was pretty uncool back in the day, cause Barry Manilow and the Carpenters were my favorite musical groups!!!

[@stephenvolk7748]

@@donohoe0 yea just young and silly

[@cloversworld9118]

First of all, you’re adorable. Second, this is my kid’s KZbin channel so excuse the ridiculous thumbnail 😂 And finally, you’re brilliant. And you’ve changed this song for me. I have a whole new respect for Barry and glad to have discovered your channel! Cheers!

[@mdooms76]

Excellent analysis. I just found out today that he remade this song and I wanted to hear a detailed break down of the differences between original and Barry. Perfect timing finding this 😁.

[@NicholasYaekle]

Barry's influence into pop culture is also largely unknown, as he wrote the Folger's Coffee jingle (the best part of waking up, is Folgers in your cup), State Farm Insurance (Like a good neighbor, State Farm is there), Band-Aid (Stuck on Band-Aid 'cause Band Aids stuck on you) and McDonalds (You deserve a break today).

[@lelleithmurray235]

Thanks for your analysis, Fil. Boy,that took me back to my high school days!

[@dalem8332]

Barry Manilow huge successful Artist and masterful pianist songwriter producer. . Always such Great expression and emotion in his voice So many hits. Master of the love song and tugging at the heart strings. This was a Number One record for him. I've always had great respect for the man. Great analysis and demo Fil. 🎼🎶🎵🇨🇦🇨🇦

[@wingsofpegasus]

Thanks!

[@beatricetarantino253]

Thanks for your deep analysis ... SO interesting to listen to ! I love Barry Manilow , he is a great musician and arranger !

[@martinda7446]

The Scott English version is extraordinary and Barry, even though he bought English a house or two, didn't even know what it was about! I can listen to the original over and over and this once a year for whatever reason.

[@koleberdinoch926]

The 'bridge' in this song isn't as much of a departure from the main song as suggested. It's essentially the 2nd half of a verse. But it works perfectly.

[@kenw.1112]

Barry was absolutely AMAZING. HE HAD IT ALL THE VOICE , THE LOOKS , TALENT TO THE EXTREME!!