They told me if I was lucky, my record career would last five years.” It’s been a long time, a long ride, since Mandy - which was a big surprise - and not many people get this. When NY1’s reporter, Stephanie Simon asked Manilow about his songs being a part of the American Songbook, he responded: “Well wouldn’t that be nice? If you’re right. Sung by some of the greatest singers, Broadway singers, and a 78 piece orchestra,” Manilow added. “I’ve gotten awards before periodically, but never has anyone done a whole evening of the songs that have meant so much to me. So the guy truly is iconic,” Steven Reineke, Music Director for The NY Pops, said. “A man who has sold 85 million albums worldwide that is one of the world’s bestselling artists. He will begin a five-night run at Radio City Hall. Manilow has sold 85 million albums worldwide.Barry Manilow is honored by The New York Pops on their 40th birthday gala.
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