Barry Manilow, born Barry Alan Pincus in 1943, is an American singer, songwriter, and producer whose career covers more than sixty years. Known for timeless hits like Mandy, Copacabana, I Write the Songs, and Can't Smile Without You, Manilow became one of the bestselling artists of all time, with over 85 million records sold worldwide. He has achieved 51 Top 40 singles on the Adult Contemporary Chart, including 13 number ones, and released multiple platinum albums. In addition to his own work, he has written and produced music for films, musicals, and commercials, and collaborated with artists such as Bette Midler and Dionne Warwick. Despite mixed reviews from critics, Manilow has been widely respected within the music industry and recognized with numerous Grammy nominations and awards.