Pop legend Barry Manilow returns to the Top 10 of the Adult Contemporary chart with his new single “Once Before I Go,” extending his remarkable chart run into a sixth decade. The milestone traces back to 1974 when Manilow first broke through with the classic “Mandy,” launching a career that now spans the 1970s through the 2020s.
Across more than 50 years, Manilow has remained a constant presence on the Adult Contemporary chart, connecting with audiences through timeless melodies and emotionally driven songwriting. The new Top 10 placement reinforces one of the most enduring careers in popular music.
From beloved classics 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 continues to resonate across generations. His body of work includes more than 85 million albums sold worldwide and 52 Top 40 hits, including 13 No. 1 singles and 29 Top 10 entries.
Produced by Kenneth “Babyface” Edmonds and Demonte Posey and written by Peter Allen and Dean Pitchford, “Once Before I Go” unfolds as a lush ballad reflecting on love, legacy, and farewell. The official music video, directed by Jamie Thraves and filmed at the Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino, follows a performer who sacrifices a traditional family life in pursuit of his dream.
The chart milestone arrives during another major year for Manilow. He continues performing his celebrated Las Vegas residency while bringing his live show to arenas across the United States. Next month, the American Advertising Federation will present him with the President’s Award at the Advertising Hall of Fame induction ceremony, honoring his influential work composing and performing iconic advertising jingles for brands including State Farm, Band-Aid, KFC, Pepsi, and McDonald’s.