1974 Barry Manilow – Mandy (US:#1 UK:#11)
“Mandy” (originally “Brandy”), is a song written by Scott English and Richard Kerr. It was originally recorded by English in 1971 and reached the top 20 of the UK Singles Chart.
“Brandy” was recorded by New Zealand singer Bunny Walters in 1972, but achieved greater success when released in the United States in 1974 by Barry Manilow. For Manilow’s recording the title changed from “Brandy” to “Mandy” to avoid confusion with Looking Glass’s “Brandy (You’re a Fine Girl)”. His version reached the top of the US Hot 100 Singles Chart.
Album
Barry Manilow II is the second studio album by Barry Manilow released in 1974. Propelled by the major success of its lead single “Mandy” and featuring a further international hit in “It’s a Miracle”, the album was a commercial breakthrough for Manilow. First issued by Bell Records, it was reissued after the company was reorganized […]
Musicians
| Bass | Will Lee |
| Drums | Jimmy Young |
| Guitar | Charlie Brown |
| Electric Piano | Jon Stroll |
| Piano | Barry Manilow |
| Vocals | Barry Manilow |
Produced By
Barry Manilow
Ron Dante
Songwriters
Richard Kerr
Scott English
Charts
US:# 1
UK:#11