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  • čas přidán 19. 04. 2017
  • Music icon Barry Manilow sits down with TODAY’s Savannah Guthrie and Willie Geist and says “it’s been great” since he publicly came out and announced his marriage to Garry Kief. The 73-year-old singer also talks about the inspiration of his latest album, “This Is My Town: Songs of New York.” Manilow reveals he didn’t expect ‘Copacabana’ to be a hit, but he still enjoys performing it.
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    Barry Manilow Talks Coming Out, New Music And Success Of ‘Copacabana’ | TODAY

Komentáře • 208

  • @joeowen1428
    @joeowen1428 Před 7 lety +56

    I've been a Barry Manilow fan since I first heard "Mandy" as a kid in 1973, and still a big fan. His music reminds me of great times and first loves. Peace and happiness to Barry and his husband.

  • @kenbody4370
    @kenbody4370 Před 9 měsíci +6

    At 64 years old, I’m still listening to Barry Manilow . And still able to remember all the word’s to every song . Thank You

  • @rickw1100
    @rickw1100 Před 6 lety +57

    He looks like a very nice guy despite all the fame. Wonderful music.

  • @eugeniasyro3482
    @eugeniasyro3482 Před 6 lety +33

    I will always love, respect and care about Barry and his music. Some of the best memories of my life has been down to his beautiful voice, his kindness, his goodness.

  • @marionlepley2692
    @marionlepley2692 Před 2 lety +11

    He seems a genuinely nice guy, and love his songs 😁😁

  • @GusinJapan
    @GusinJapan Před 7 lety +34

    He is truly a legend. His body of work speaks for itself. So many great songs.

  • @dougkaddish3343
    @dougkaddish3343 Před 7 lety +36

    The best!!!! This my friends is a true true musician..... love him

    • @mwmann
      @mwmann Před 6 lety

      Doug Kaddish Oooh I bet you do Doug..I bet you do !

  • @earthman0x
    @earthman0x Před 4 lety +9

    He is my ultimate favorite artist since the 90’s, I was actually late to get to know his songs but he became my favorite eversince and his music really tags my heart everytime I listen to his songs. His voice is really one of a kind and the best during his prime. I wish he can touch more lives. Godbless u Barry Manilow!

  • @jancw
    @jancw Před 7 lety +84

    What a class act. Consummate professional. Barry never disappoints.

    • @mandymanilow65
      @mandymanilow65 Před 2 lety +1

      Barry is but not many good.many journalist profesionales he just tried todo serenades what.and.couple stupids he.deserves more respect just hate them

    • @mandymanilow65
      @mandymanilow65 Před rokem +1

      The girl seems yerk

    • @mandymanilow65
      @mandymanilow65 Před rokem +1

      A professional the anothers. A shsme stupids

    • @mandymanilow65
      @mandymanilow65 Před rokem +1

      Stupids.bad callers journalist

    • @mandymanilow65
      @mandymanilow65 Před rokem

      idiots cnn

  • @donaldcoupez9555
    @donaldcoupez9555 Před 2 lety +7

    I grew up with Barry starting in 1973, it's been a wonderful ride of Beautiful Music. I knew of Barry's sexual orientation many years ago and it never swayed me for a second from loving this great man and his in incredible music. Love you forever Barry. 💓

  • @LolanGomezlopez-jy3bb
    @LolanGomezlopez-jy3bb Před 11 měsíci +3

    Congratulations on a 40 yr marriage. Grew up w ur music. Love you and ur music

  • @PamelaRP
    @PamelaRP Před 7 lety +5

    Great video but do not understand why there needs to be close captioning here? I can understand this man 100 percent. I am glad he is so happy. Been to see him 30 times all over the U.S.

  • @aprilcockin5733
    @aprilcockin5733 Před 2 lety +13

    I love this man so much! Pure beautiful talent, he makes me cry with his songs, they are so emotional 🙏💙

  • @jennatheangel3513
    @jennatheangel3513 Před 2 lety +3

    I started listening to Barry when I was still in school. I don’t remember how old I was. But I know it was in my teens. My favorite album that he did was the greatest songs of the 60s. I still have that album. Barry is awesome! Ya gotta Love him.

  • @lindajackson5866
    @lindajackson5866 Před 7 lety +41

    Mr M is just incredible! Love him!

  • @RussiaIsARiddle778
    @RussiaIsARiddle778 Před rokem

    My younger days are all backlit by Barry. He even came to my university and did a concert! ❤️❤️❤️ His album was the first I ever owned. What an amazing man. 💃

  • @debbydoglover7833
    @debbydoglover7833 Před 7 lety +16

    Love Barry Manilow. Always

    • @estervandall7174
      @estervandall7174 Před 6 lety +1

      I Loved Barry Manilow,he is one of the great singer of all time,and I grew up all of he’s Songs Great Happy memories ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

  • @peggyestrello2326
    @peggyestrello2326 Před 7 lety +17

    Barry is doing great and has an awesome sound !!

  • @poppermost
    @poppermost Před 7 lety +5

    One of the greats - been listening since I heard "Beautiful Music" all those years ago from the third album ("Tryin' To Get The Feeling," 1975). 42 years later, at the ripe old age of 48, I still think his music is some of the greatest in the "Great" American songbook. Awesome musician, singer, composer, and arranger. Cheers! :)

    • @travishudson8196
      @travishudson8196 Před 6 lety

      Alex Oliver ....Alex,I just turned 48 as well and I have been a huge Barry Manilow fan as well! !

  • @mrqs1549
    @mrqs1549 Před 2 lety +4

    LEGEND! My deeply respect to Mr Manilow as an artist and as a person.

  • @theresabracken4074
    @theresabracken4074 Před 3 lety +1

    I was only 21 or 22 when I saw you perform at South Shore Tahoe at Harvey’s I believe. It was all my office staff lol! I was the youngest. You put on a magnificent show, I’ve never forgotten. You are quite the intertwined. Amazing, I’m 67 now. Thank You!!❤️the show.

  • @thehobbster6367
    @thehobbster6367 Před 3 lety +5

    Legendary musician.

  • @sportyfemme64
    @sportyfemme64 Před 11 měsíci +3

    Nothing but RESPECT for Barry Manilow!! Genius musician, ICON! Every song was EPIC! ❤❤

  • @mysongs6745
    @mysongs6745 Před 3 lety +1

    Barry is the greatest; a fantastic musician, singer, and person. He's charitable, kind, and talented beyond words. God bless Barry and Williamsburg, the neighborhood where my late father grew up about 10 years before Barry did.

  • @rogercook8277
    @rogercook8277 Před 4 měsíci

    I have been a Barry Manilow fan since the 70s. One of the first songs I fell in love with was "I write the song."

  • @Liberty969
    @Liberty969 Před 7 lety +13

    Congratulations on your marriage!!! 40 years of togetherness is incredibly beautiful 💙💙👬

  • @cleuzaxavier2796
    @cleuzaxavier2796 Před 3 lety +1

    17/06/2021...HAPPY BIRTHDAY, MR. BARRY MANILOW! NÓS TE AMAMOS...BRASIL!

  • @meenyminymoe
    @meenyminymoe Před 7 lety +19

    What a great talent!

  • @pavelusa3423
    @pavelusa3423 Před rokem +1

    May barry live a gr8 long life.hes as old as i..copacabana had me dancing in the streets of prague

  • @breezycovergirl
    @breezycovergirl Před 4 lety +2

    My brother has perfect pitch and is super picky about artists but loves Barry Manilows music

  • @Annabella272
    @Annabella272 Před 6 lety +1

    I love Barry! a class act for all these years! no DRAMA with him . He is a pure should that love to make music and give us his wonderful talent for decades. He just had to cancel shows due to a infection..speedy recovery to him..love you Barry!

  • @cleuzaxavier2796
    @cleuzaxavier2796 Před 2 lety

    06/17/22...Happy Birthday; Mr. Barry Manilow! Have a wonderful day...God bless you🎂

  • @unplannedsyntax
    @unplannedsyntax Před 7 lety +2

    I love him! And he once recorded a song in Portuguese ! As a Brazilian whose first language is Portuguese, I was flattered!

    • @jennhoff03
      @jennhoff03 Před 4 lety

      I'm sure he did it just for you. ;) My mom went to a Barry Manilow concert and said, "Even though I was in the back row of the stadium, it was obvious he was singing to me." Barry has that effect! :D

  • @cleuzaxavier2796
    @cleuzaxavier2796 Před 2 lety +2

    Happy new year, Mr.Barry Manilow! God bless you...Happy 2022!

  • @casey4602
    @casey4602 Před 3 lety +1

    Says a lot about a celebrity who's been married to one person for 40 years. Barry is very humble.

  • @ravenhill_firelord_1968
    @ravenhill_firelord_1968 Před 7 lety +11

    the legend Manilow.

  • @flipperdale51
    @flipperdale51 Před 6 lety +4

    I think Barry is 74 years old. Kudos to his P.S..

  • @Wolfrider4542
    @Wolfrider4542 Před 2 lety +2

    Been a fan for 45 years

  • @belfiore_18
    @belfiore_18 Před 7 lety +10

    Barry is a class act!

  • @cleuzaxavier2796
    @cleuzaxavier2796 Před 3 lety +1

    17/06/2021...Feliz Aniversário, Mr. Barry! Deus o abençoe grandemente...muitas felicidades e muitos anos de vida! Te amamos.BRASIL

  • @alanfisher2121
    @alanfisher2121 Před 7 měsíci

    I've loved Barry and his music for 50 years!!

  • @AndrewsOpinion15
    @AndrewsOpinion15 Před 6 lety +2

    HAPPY 75TH BIRTHDAY BARRY MANILOW !!!

  • @julieb7785
    @julieb7785 Před 3 lety +1

    Foul Play (Goldie, Chevy and Dudley)...a rollicking '70s comedy with Barry singing Ready to Take a Chance Again during the opening credits. The best.....

  • @Thesameonerose6111-nf9qn
    @Thesameonerose6111-nf9qn Před měsícem

    Always ready to help and see others grow in their field of choice.

  • @idachau1080
    @idachau1080 Před 2 lety +1

    I love Barry Manilow, and I have loved him for over 50 years. He is great but I was shocked on his face. It looks to have had far too much surgery that his lower part and mouth is a restricted.. but as long as he still sings as good. His music brings back so many good and sad memories.. he feels the words and music in his voice. Love it!

  • @gentleraine480
    @gentleraine480 Před rokem +3

    His music got me through being away from home for the first time (college). Great talent! Wonderful human! ❤

  • @donnapartipilo8611
    @donnapartipilo8611 Před rokem

    I have followed barry for 50 years!!!

  • @1955porsche
    @1955porsche Před měsícem

    the consumate profesional.. global treasure..God Bless Barry

  • @tiredofit4761
    @tiredofit4761 Před 2 lety +2

    I’ve been a huge fan for 40+ Years! So Great!

  • @cleuzaxavier2796
    @cleuzaxavier2796 Před 2 lety +1

    Feliz Ano Novo, Barry Manilow! Deus o abençoe sempre...Feliz 2022 para você e sua Família, Barry! FAN FOREVER ❤❤🌹🇧🇷

  • @cleuzaxavier2796
    @cleuzaxavier2796 Před 3 lety +1

    Para sempre sua fã, Mr. Barry Manilow! Amo você e suas músicas...Voce é SHOW!

  • @oceanpier
    @oceanpier Před rokem

    So gracious and warm.

  • @Maryaliece
    @Maryaliece Před 2 lety +2

    My only heartache is...I always wanted to marry him! Lol!

  • @cleuzaxavier2796
    @cleuzaxavier2796 Před 3 lety +1

    Memory uma de minhas músicas favoritas: mas gosto de todas. Apenas Memory me transporta à minha infância com minha família!

  • @mytimebox1
    @mytimebox1 Před 2 lety +2

    Lovely. Just lovely.

  • @6821hominy
    @6821hominy Před 10 měsíci

    I'ma huge music fan and love to read about the stories " behind the music " so to speak. I read if I recall correctly that Barry stated out as a writer of songs and had to be pushed into singing! What a story! I have to look up more on his biography.

  • @mandymanilow65
    @mandymanilow65 Před 3 lety +1

    He s really loves us his true fans not placer for haters trolls jealous whit zero talent lets go barry you.re so humble and honest humsn being

  • @jillsalkin7389
    @jillsalkin7389 Před rokem

    He is 80!! Wow!

  • @SilviaConverso-nd3ut
    @SilviaConverso-nd3ut Před 3 měsíci

    Hola bonito siempre me ecanta verte en tus repotajes TU MARAVILLOSO❤❤❤❤❤

  • @LucianaSouza-do8vm
    @LucianaSouza-do8vm Před 2 lety +2

    Barry vc é maravilhoso demais é fantástico 💯💯💯🇧🇷🇺🇸

  • @rentedtux1883
    @rentedtux1883 Před 9 měsíci

    The first album thru Paradise Cafe are priceless.

  • @karengilbert9016
    @karengilbert9016 Před 3 lety +1

    Lovely man 🌸. Keep singing 🌸

  • @letsgococo288
    @letsgococo288 Před 6 měsíci

    The human soul has no gender. We are all from love. Your music is my love Barry.

  • @karengilbert2878
    @karengilbert2878 Před 5 lety +1

    When oct goes means so much to me .thanks barry

  • @RPSteve
    @RPSteve Před rokem +1

    I own a couple Barry Manilow Records on Vinyl! Yes Vinyl!!

  • @dreamas_diary
    @dreamas_diary Před 11 měsíci

    "I made it through the rain" is my life's song

  • @LucianaSouza-do8vm
    @LucianaSouza-do8vm Před 2 lety +1

    Barry manilow Love you pra vc meu lindo ❤️💋🇧🇷

  • @collinreesejones5525
    @collinreesejones5525 Před rokem

    Adore Barry and ALWAYS WILL!!!!

  • @clarewelter2207
    @clarewelter2207 Před 2 lety +1

    love You Barry! Always Will!!

  • @karengilbert9016
    @karengilbert9016 Před 5 lety +10

    People say nasty things about Barry but they are not perfect it’s what’s inside that matters and he is perfect to me

  • @fernandaandrade6000
    @fernandaandrade6000 Před 3 lety +2

    Barry sua música Mandy é linda ❣️😍😍😍😍

  • @glotime382
    @glotime382 Před 2 lety +2

    Love you Barry Manilow

  • @aaronzamkoff1238
    @aaronzamkoff1238 Před 3 lety

    My grandparents love Barry Manilow

  • @54jeanmarie
    @54jeanmarie Před 7 lety +2

    Why did he never win a Grammy? He is phenomenal!!

    • @mitchellmyers5350
      @mitchellmyers5350 Před 7 lety +1

      54jeanmarie pretty sure he did win one for copacabana as best pop vocal

  • @anglomik
    @anglomik Před 7 lety +7

    No surprise is right! We luv you, Barry! The music, the memories...never stop!

  • @ladyredconstance
    @ladyredconstance Před 3 měsíci

    I love barry manilow.

  • @ManuelGuzman067
    @ManuelGuzman067 Před 6 lety +6

    Love his music

  • @JuicyTaz201
    @JuicyTaz201 Před 4 lety +3

    He is strictly business and very cool.

  • @carlav1819
    @carlav1819 Před 4 lety

    What a humble man...he’s not ashamed to tell us that he was born and raise in a very dangerous area in Brooklyn. Anyway, Williamsburg is not dangerous anymore. It’s actually a very expensive are to live in NYC.

  • @antoniovazquez6478
    @antoniovazquez6478 Před rokem +2

    Barry is a genius

  • @joycefolsom130
    @joycefolsom130 Před rokem

    Aways loved his voice

  • @jimhenderson9173
    @jimhenderson9173 Před 7 lety +2

    Been a Manilow fan since I first saw an HBO concert special he did in the late 70s from the Pantages Theatre in LA. I was able to find a VHS copy of that show a few years ago. Great music and a great entertainer. At 73 years old now, he's looking more like Liberace with the face lift and all. Why can't show folks just grow old gracefully and still perform?

  • @alettamunnik8074
    @alettamunnik8074 Před 5 lety +1

    Amazing

  • @ermilasalas7375
    @ermilasalas7375 Před 2 lety +1

    Seems down to earth man and seems his fame has not made him change as the person he probably has always been.

  • @cleuzaxavier2796
    @cleuzaxavier2796 Před 2 lety +2

    17/06/2022...Feliz Aniversário; Barry Manilow! Felicidades e muitos...muitos anos de Vida! Nós te amamos🌟❤️🇧🇷

  • @mamaveros
    @mamaveros Před 2 lety +2

    A LEGEND! Along side of Barbara Streisand and many more!!

  • @kayandaeddings4803
    @kayandaeddings4803 Před 3 lety

    My favorites by Barry Manilow has to be of course bandstand boogie, Copacabana, and of course can’t smile without you which was used in Hellboy.

  • @karengilbert2878
    @karengilbert2878 Před 6 lety +1

    Thanks

  • @Lalalooney44
    @Lalalooney44 Před 7 lety +5

    He is amazing!!

  • @susiea3097
    @susiea3097 Před 2 lety

    Love Barry

  • @ed2345
    @ed2345 Před 2 lety

    I can't smile without my PS

  • @mike62mcmanus
    @mike62mcmanus Před 2 lety

    This makes me sad at this struggle, because it is a struggle until they give up... I really am saddened.

  • @Ladymilo815
    @Ladymilo815 Před 6 lety

    That happen to me too taxi wouldn't take me from South Street Seaport to Williamburgs, thank for metro train.

  • @carolynnagin9809
    @carolynnagin9809 Před rokem

    I love him. He is from my old neighborhood in Williamsburg. But, I don't like when he said about it. It wasn't dangerous. I grew up in the same area and wasn't bad at all.

  • @_aqeel_b2193
    @_aqeel_b2193 Před 2 lety

    She's stunning 😍
    Name of the presenter plz

  • @mostrequestedsongshqaudio

    4ever

  • @Mister_H
    @Mister_H Před 7 lety +11

    Such a Gent!

    • @mwmann
      @mwmann Před 6 lety

      Mr H With a permanent dent in his cornhole region.

    • @rickw1100
      @rickw1100 Před 6 lety +1

      @Sullen Sam.......sounds like you're interested.

  • @florchavez2119
    @florchavez2119 Před 9 měsíci +1

    🕊❤️🥰🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

  • @amyclarke41
    @amyclarke41 Před 6 lety

    Because he sold loads doesn't make you guys less he is a great t artist

  • @vernicerrodriguez5774
    @vernicerrodriguez5774 Před 5 lety +3

    Love you Barry BKLYN native
    Love you your talented who cares about your sexual preference ppl are so much beyond that ❤❤😘