ABOUT THE SONG
A Sparkling Celebration of Life and Music: Recalling the Joy of Barry Manilow – It’s A Miracle
When we think of uplifting, feel-good anthems from the golden years of pop, Barry Manilow – It’s A Miracle shines with unmistakable brilliance. Released in 1975 as part of his successful album Barry Manilow II, this vibrant tune captures the exhilaration of returning home and the joy of reconnecting with life’s simple, heartfelt pleasures. For those who appreciate music not just as entertainment but as a companion through life’s moments, this song is a true gem.
Barry Manilow, with his trademark warmth and showmanship, has always had a gift for transforming personal emotion into universal experience. In It’s A Miracle, he delivers a buoyant vocal performance full of gratitude and energy. The song was written during a time when Manilow was emerging as a leading figure in adult contemporary music, and its success marked a turning point in his career. More than just a hit, it became a staple in his live shows—an opening number that never failed to stir an audience.
What gives Barry Manilow – It’s A Miracle its timeless appeal is not only its catchy melody and upbeat rhythm, but the genuine feeling that pulses beneath it. It’s a song about coming home—not just physically, but emotionally. After the hustle of life on the road or the challenges we all face, there’s something deeply comforting in the message that miracles still exist in everyday joys.
The arrangement sparkles with mid-70s flair: brisk percussion, bright horns, and that signature Manilow piano. Yet it never feels dated. Instead, it brings with it a sense of optimism that still resonates today, especially with those who remember how much this music once meant to them—and continues to mean.
Listening to Barry Manilow – It’s A Miracle today feels like opening a window and letting the sunshine in. It’s a reminder that no matter how far we wander, there’s magic in the return—and in the music that helps guide us there.