About the song
Barry Manilow, a beloved singer and songwriter, penned “Mandy” as a heartfelt and romantic ballad that has captivated audiences for decades. This soulful and introspective song, released in 1974, became a hit single and a defining track on Manilow’s album “Tryin’ to Get the Feel of This Country.”
With his distinctive voice and emotive delivery, Manilow explores the universal themes of love, loss, and the enduring power of human connection. Through introspective lyrics and Manilow’s soulful performance, listeners are invited to reflect on their own experiences and emotions.
The opening lines, “Mandy, do you remember the day we met?” set the stage for a song that explores the complexities of a lost love. Manilow reminisces about their shared experiences and the deep connection they once had. The song’s refrain, “Mandy, I still love you,” conveys a sense of longing and heartbreak.
Throughout the song, Manilow’s soulful vocals and the song’s melancholic melody create a captivating and immersive listening experience. The song’s ability to evoke a sense of nostalgia and sadness makes it a timeless classic.
“Mandy” is more than just a popular song; it is a cultural touchstone that has influenced countless artists and generations of music fans. The song’s heartfelt lyrics and soulful performance continue to resonate with audiences today, making it a timeless and enduring piece of music history.
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Lyrics
I remember all my life
Raining down as cold as ice
Shadows of a man
A face through a window
Crying in the night
The night goes into
Morning, just another day
Happy people pass my way
Looking in their eyes
I see a memory
I never realized
How happy you made me
Oh, Mandy
Well, you came and you gave without taking
But I sent you away
Oh, Mandy
Well, you kissed me and stopped me from shaking
And I need you today
Oh, Mandy
I’m standing on the edge of time
I’ve walked away when love was mine
Caught up in a world of uphill climbing
The tears are in my mind
And nothing is rhyming
Oh, Mandy
Well, you came and you gave without taking
But I sent you away
Oh, Mandy
Well, you kissed me and stopped me from shaking
And I need you today
Oh, Mandy
Yesterday’s a dream
I face the morning
Crying on a breeze
The pain is calling
Oh, Mandy
Well, you came and you gave without taking
But I sent you away
Oh, Mandy
Well, you kissed me and stopped me from shaking
And I need you today
Oh, Mandy
You came and you gave without taking
But I sent you away
Oh, Mandy
You kissed me and stopped me from shaking
And I need you