In 1978, five of his albums were on the best-selling charts simultaneously, a feat equaled only by Frank Sinatra, Michael Jackson, Bruce Springsteen and Johnny Mathis. He has recorded a string of Billboard hit singles and multi-platinum albums that have resulted in his being named Radio & Records number one Adult Contemporary artist and winning three straight American Music Awards for Favorite Pop/Rock Male Artist. Several well-known entertainers have given Manilow their "stamp of approval," including Sinatra, who was quoted in the 1970s regarding Manilow, "He's next." In 1988, Bob Dylan stopped Manilow at a party, hugged him and said, "Don't stop what you're doing, man. We're all inspired by you."
As well as producing and arranging albums for other artists, such as Bette Midler and Dionne Warwick, Manilow has written songs for musicals, films, and commercials. From February 2005 to December 30, 2009, he was the headliner at the Las Vegas Hilton, performing hundreds of shows before ending relationship with the hotel. From March 2010, he has headlined at the Paris Hotel in Las Vegas. He has sold more than 80 million records worldwide
BERMUDA TRIANGLE
Barry Manilow Lyrics
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And have some fun
Book a room and catch a flight
For two weeks in the sun
She says, "Hawaii's too expensive."
I say, "Barbados isn't bad."
She says, "I'd love to see Bermuda."
And I say, "Woman, are you mad!"
Bermuda Triangle It makes people disappear
Bermuda Triangle Don't go too near
But she Doesn't see my angle
And she thinks I'm being dumb
So Bermuda Triangle
Here we come!
Lying with my woman on The island sand
I look up and see her with
A stranger, hand in hand
I see her sitting on his blanket
I see them going for a swim
And when I run to find my woman
I find her running after him!
Bermuda Triangle
Makes my woman disappear
Bermuda TriangleDon't go too near
Looking At it from my angle
Do you see why I'm so sad
Bermuda Triangle Very bad!
Lying lost and lonely on
The island sand,
When a lovely stranger says
Hello and takes my hand
And soon she's sitting on my blanket
And then we're going for a swim
When I say, "what about your boyfriend?"
She turns and waves goodbye to him!
Bermuda Triangle It makes people disappear
Bermuda Triangle Don't go to near
But look At it from my angle
And you'll see what I'm so glad
Now Bermuda Triangle Not so bad!
The song "Bermuda Triangle" by Barry Manilow follows a couple who decides to get away for a vacation, and despite the man's initial suggestion of Barbados, they end up going to the infamous Bermuda Triangle. The song begins with the man's frustration as his woman insists on going to Bermuda, despite its reputation for making people disappear. While on the island, he catches her with another man and runs away, only to be approached by a woman who takes his hand and they also end up going for a swim. In the end, he's relieved that he met someone new and his vacation turned out to be not so bad after all.
The Bermuda Triangle has always been a source of fascination and rumors of strange disappearances, and in this song, Manilow uses it as a metaphor for the way relationships can go wrong. The first woman disappears with another man, while the man in the song finds temporary comfort with a stranger. It's a cautionary tale about how things can go wrong when people let their guard down, even in paradise.
Line by Line Meaning
We decide to get away
We make the decision to go on vacation in order to have a good time.
And have some fun
The purpose of our trip is to enjoy ourselves.
Book a room and catch a flight
We secure lodging and transportation for our vacation.
For two weeks in the sun
Our trip will last for two weeks and involve exposure to sunlight.
She says, "Hawaii's too expensive."
My female companion thinks that Hawaii is too costly for our budget.
I say, "Barbados isn't bad."
I offer Barbados as an alternative destination, believing it to be a good choice.
She says, "I'd love to see Bermuda."
My female companion expresses a desire to visit Bermuda.
And I say, "Woman, are you mad!"
I object to her suggestion, feeling that it is not a wise decision.
Bermuda Triangle It makes people disappear
The Bermuda Triangle is known for causing individuals to vanish mysteriously.
Bermuda Triangle Don't go too near
One should exercise caution when approaching the Bermuda Triangle due to the potential danger.
But she Doesn't see my angle
My female companion does not understand my perspective on the matter.
And she thinks I'm being dumb
My female companion believes that I am being foolish in my depiction of the threat posed by the Bermuda Triangle.
So Bermuda Triangle Here we come!
Despite my apprehensions, we ultimately decide to proceed with our original plan to visit the Bermuda Triangle.
Lying with my woman on The island sand
I am reclining next to my female companion on the sands of a nearby beach.
I look up and see her with A stranger, hand in hand
Upon glancing up, I observe my female companion in the company of an unknown figure, holding hands with him intimiately.
I see her sitting on his blanket
I catch sight of my female companion reclining on the stranger's blanket.
I see them going for a swim
My female companion and the stranger head for a swim together.
And when I run to find my woman
I notice the other beach-goers have gone, and I head out to look for my female companion.
I find her running after him!
I see my female companion trying to chase after the stranger, indicating her personal interest in him.
Bermuda Triangle Makes my woman disappear
My female companion suddenly vanishes without a trace, suggesting a possible connection to the Bermuda Triangle's mysterious phenomena.
Bermuda TriangleDon't go too near
The Bermuda Triangle is best avoided, as something perilous no doubt lurks there.
Looking At it from my angle
My personal view of the Bermuda Triangle prompts feelings of sorrow and regret.
Do you see why I'm so sad
It is apparent from my demeanor that I am deeply sorrowful over my female companion's loss.
Bermuda Triangle Very bad!
Overall, I conclude that the Bermuda Triangle harbors misfortune and severe complications.
Lying lost and lonely on The island sand,
Feeling miserable and alone, I am now stranded on the island sands alone without my female companion or any companionship.
When a lovely stranger says Hello and takes my hand
Suddenly, an attractive stranger approaches me and offers her hand in greeting to ease my loneliness and depression.
And soon she's sitting on my blanket
The two of us begin quickly bonding, as she sits close to me on my blanket.
And then we're going for a swim
Our bond grows further as we decide to indulge in a refreshing swim in the ocean waters together.
When I say, "what about your boyfriend?"
Curious about her relationship status, I inquire about the existence of her significant other.
She turns and waves goodbye to him!
It is revealed that she is in fact in a serious relationship, but she decides to end it without hesitation in favor of allowing her feelings to pursue a relationship with me.
But look At it from my angle
Though the situation started out negatively, things worked out in a positive light from my personal viewpoint.
And you'll see what I'm so glad
Looking on the brighter side of things, I am now elated to be free from the negativity and heartbreak I experienced earlier on this unfortunate trip.
Now Bermuda Triangle Not so bad!
Strangely enough, the baggage that the Bermuda Triangle once carried suddenly has no effect on me and instead instead embodies a sense of release and freedom.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: BARRY MANILOW, BRUCE H. SUSSMAN, JACK A. FELDMAN
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