Barry Manilow (born Barry Alan Pincus) is an American singer, songwriter, producer and performer from Brooklyn, New York, United States. Rising from early work as a pianist, arranger and jingle writer, he became music director for Bette Midler before launching a solo career that made him a mainstay of popular music.
Manilow is associated with pop and adult contemporary music, with landmark singles including "Mandy", "Copacabana (At the Copa)", "I Write the Songs", "Can't Smile Without You", "Looks Like We Made It" and "Weekend in New England". Notable albums include "Barry Manilow II", "This One's for You", "Even Now" and "The Greatest Songs of the Fifties". His achievements span Grammy, Emmy and Tony awards, bestselling albums, and long-running concert residencies, including celebrated stints in Las Vegas. He remains an enduring live draw and recording artist whose melodic ballads and showmanship have influenced generations.
