Barry Manilow

Barry Manilow (born Barry Alan Pincus; June 17, 1943) is an American singer-songwriter, composer, and producer. Raised in Brooklyn, New York, he studied at the Juilliard School and began his career arranging and conducting, including work in advertising and television. Manilow broke through in the 1970s with a run of pop hits, notably “Mandy,” “Could It Be Magic,” “I Write the Songs,” and “Copacabana (At the Copa).” He became known for polished, orchestral pop and high-profile live performances, including long-running concert engagements. Across decades, he has continued recording and touring, maintaining a prominent place in American popular music.