About the song
Lost in the Melody: The Unforgettable Charm of Barry Manilow – Bermuda Triangle (1980)
There’s a playful mystery in the air when you listen to Barry Manilow – Bermuda Triangle (1980)—a song that fuses upbeat rhythms with whimsical storytelling in a way that only Manilow could pull off. Released during a period when disco’s glow was fading and pop music was exploring new textures, this track stands out not only for its catchy tune but for its clever metaphorical depth.
At first listen, “Bermuda Triangle” might strike you as lighthearted fun, and in many ways, it is. But underneath the catchy calypso-inspired arrangement lies a smart, theatrical narrative. Manilow tells a tale of romantic misadventure with the Bermuda Triangle as a metaphorical place where things mysteriously go wrong. The triangle here isn’t just a stretch of ocean—it’s symbolic of those curious, inexplicable moments in life when something—or someone—slips away. It’s playful but knowing, humorous without being trivial.
Musically, Barry Manilow – Bermuda Triangle (1980) is bright and breezy. It borrows its tropical flavor from Caribbean sounds, yet it’s grounded in Manilow’s signature style: melodic precision, theatrical flair, and lyrical cleverness. His voice dances across the rhythm with charm, giving the impression that he’s winking at the listener the entire time. For fans of his more heartfelt ballads, this song offers something refreshingly different, without sacrificing the artistry he’s known for.
For older listeners, there’s also a touch of nostalgia. This song is a time capsule of early 1980s pop—when songs were unapologetically quirky, and storytelling still had a front seat in music. Whether you remember it from its first spin on the radio or you’re rediscovering it now, Barry Manilow – Bermuda Triangle (1980) remains one of those rare tunes that knows how to entertain while keeping its clever charm intact.
It’s not just a song—it’s a reminder of how fun, intelligent pop music used to be.