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
It's a Miracle
Barry Manilow Lyrics
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The cities and towns I've been in
From Boston to Denver, and every town in between
(Everyone looks the same)
The people, they all look the same (yes, the same)
Oh, only the names have been changed (just the names)
But now that I'm home again
It's a miracle (miracle)
A true, blue spectacle, a miracle come true (oh-oh-oh-oh)
We're together, baby, I was goin' crazy
'Til the miracle came through (oh-oh-oh-oh)
Now you're here and my arms are around you
And, baby, there'll be dancin' in the street
For the miracle (miracle)
A true, blue spectacle, the miracle is you (hoo)
(Ho-ho-ho, hoo)
I never knew you looked so good
Oh, I never knew anyone could
I must have been crazy to ever have gone away (almost forgot you, babe)
I almost forgot what it's like (every night)
Oh, holdin' you near me at night (every night)
But now that I'm home again, you know that I'm home to stay
'Cause it's a miracle (miracle)
A true, blue spectacle, a miracle come true (oh-oh-oh-oh)
We're together, baby, I was goin' crazy
'Til the miracle came through (oh-oh-oh-oh)
Now you're here and I'm feelin' so good
And, baby, there'll be dancin' in the street
For the miracle (miracle)
A true, blue spectacle, the miracle is you (hoo)
(Ho-ho-ho, hoo)
Now you're here and my arms are around you
And, baby, there'll be dancin' in the street
Ha, there's gonna be dancin' in the street
There's gonna be dancin' in the street
(Dancin' in the street)
(Dancin', dancin', dancin')
(Dancin' in the street)
(Dancin' in the street)
(Dancin', dancin', dancin')
(Dancin' in the street)
For a miracle
A true, blue spectacle, the miracle is you (hoo)
(The miracle is you, hoo)
Hey, the miracle is you
(The miracle is you, hoo)
Whoa, the miracle is you
(The miracle is)
(Hoo)
The song "It's A Miracle" by Barry Manilow talks about a person's journey across various cities and towns across America. The lyrics imply that despite the diversity of the places and people, everything seemed the same. However, upon returning home, the singer is grateful to be reunited with their loved one, and they believe that it's a miracle that they have been brought back together. The song is a celebration of the reunion of two people who almost lost each other and appreciate the beauty of life.
The phrase "It's a miracle" is used repeatedly, emphasizing the overwhelming sense of gratitude that the singer feels for being reunited with their love. The use of the word miracle is symbolic of the idea that despite the struggles faced in life, there is always hope and a higher power that makes the impossible happen. The song's catchy melody and upbeat tone make it an instant hit and a timeless classic.
Line by Line Meaning
You wouldn't believe where I've been
I've traveled to so many different cities and towns that it's hard to keep track.
The cities and towns I've been in
I've visited so many different places.
From Boston to Denver, and every town in between
I've been all over the country, from the East Coast to the West Coast, and everywhere in between.
The people, they all look the same (yes, the same)
No matter where I went, the people all seemed to blend together.
Oh, only the names have been changed (just the names)
The people were the same, but they were all known by different names.
But now that I'm home again
I'll tell you what I believe
Now that I'm back home, I've come to a realization.
It's a miracle (miracle)
A true, blue spectacle, a miracle come true (oh-oh-oh-oh)
Being reunited with my loved one is a miracle that has truly come to life.
We're together, baby, I was goin' crazy
'Til the miracle came through (oh-oh-oh-oh)
I was losing my mind until we were reunited.
Now you're here and my arms are around you
And, baby, there'll be dancin' in the street
Now that we're together, we're both so ecstatic that we'll be dancing around in the streets together.
I never knew you looked so good
Oh, I never knew anyone could
I'm seeing you in such a different light now that we've been reunited.
I must have been crazy to ever have gone away (almost forgot you, babe)
I almost forgot what it's like (every night)
Oh, holdin' you near me at night (every night)
I can't believe I ever left you, and I forgot how it felt to hold you close to me at night.
'Cause it's a miracle (miracle)
A true, blue spectacle, a miracle come true (oh-oh-oh-oh)
Our reunion is truly miraculous and something special to behold.
Now you're here and I'm feelin' so good
And, baby, there'll be dancin' in the street
I feel amazing now that you're here, and we'll be dancing in the streets together.
For the miracle (miracle)
A true, blue spectacle, the miracle is you (hoo)
You are the miracle that I've been waiting for all this time.
Now you're here and my arms are around you
And, baby, there'll be dancin' in the street
Once again, I can't stop myself from expressing how happy I am that you're here with me, and we'll be dancing together in the streets.
For a miracle
A true, blue spectacle, the miracle is you (hoo)
(The miracle is you, hoo)
Hey, the miracle is you
(The miracle is you, hoo)
Whoa, the miracle is you
(The miracle is)
(Hoo)
You are the miracle that I've been waiting for and that I can't believe is here.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Barry Manilow, Martin Panzer
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