To my recollection nobody ever really thought much about Barry Manilow one way or the other, he was just sort of a goody-two-shoes schlocky sentimental song guy that popped up annoyingly on the radio at times, like a modern Paul Anka or something. But, I didn’t know then and don’t know now, any “fans” of his, so what do I know.
I set up an arena for one of his concerts back in the 80’s. He was a dick diva type and all his people were cowed into submission. Had to have everything a certain way or he would flip out on them. Saw it happen live about 4 times before and after his show.
Show was almost as bad as sesame street live.
” ...he was just sort of a goody-two-shoes schlocky sentimental song guy that popped up annoyingly on the radio at times, like a modern Paul Anka ...”
Why insult Paul Anka, who has genuine talent?
His songs remind me of McDonalds.
Which is pretty “gay” too.