Achievement Extends Icon’s Chart Presence to Six Decades, From “Mandy” (‘74) to Today
Manilow Shares a Message with Fans HERE
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March 3, 2026: GRAMMY®, TONY®, and EMMY® Award-winning icon Barry Manilow has officially reached the Top 10 on the Adult Contemporary chart with his new single “Once Before I Go.” The achievement extends his extraordinary chart run to six decades — a milestone that began in 1974 with his breakthrough classic “Mandy” and now reaches into 2026.
Spanning the 1970s, ’80s, ’90s, 2000s, 2010s, and now the 2020s, Manilow’s sustained presence in the AC Top 10 underscores one of the most enduring careers in music history. More than 50 years after first capturing audiences around the world, he continues to connect through timeless songwriting, emotional storytelling, and an unmistakable voice that has become woven into the fabric of American popular culture. Manilow shared a message with fans on socials this morning HERE.
From era-defining hits like “Copacabana (At the Copa),” “Can’t Smile Without You,” “Looks Like We Made It,” and “I Write the Songs,” to today’s “Once Before I Go,” Manilow’s catalog has transcended trends and generations. The new single stands as the latest chapter in a body of work that has sold more than 85 million albums worldwide and produced 52 Top 40 hits, including 13 #1s and 29 Top 10 singles.
Produced by Kenneth “Babyface” Edmonds and Demonte Posey and written by Peter Allen and Dean Pitchford, “Once Before I Go” is a lush and timeless ballad that reflects on love, legacy, and farewell. The song’s official music video — directed by Jamie Thraves and filmed at the Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino, home to Manilow’s record-setting residency — portrays a performer who sacrifices a traditional family life in pursuit of his dream. Watch the “Once Before I Go” official music video HERE.
The achievement arrives amid what is shaping up to be a landmark year for Manilow. Throughout 2026, he will bring his celebrated live show to arenas across the country while continuing his long-running Las Vegas residency. Next month, Manilow will receive the American Advertising Federation’s prestigious President’s Award at the Advertising Hall of Fame induction ceremony, recognizing his iconic work in advertising, where he has composed and performed some of the most memorable jingles in history for brands including State Farm, Band-Aid, KFC, Pepsi, and McDonald’s.
Extending a Top 10 chart presence across six decades is more than a statistical milestone; it is a testament to a rare kind of longevity built on craftsmanship, consistency, and a deep emotional bond with audiences worldwide. More than half a century after “Mandy” first introduced him to the charts, Barry Manilow continues to create new music, fill arenas, and add new chapters to a career that stands among the most remarkable in modern popular music.
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