Mandy

"Mandy" by Barry Manilow is originally in the key of C major. The song was released in 1974 and became Manilow's first number-one hit on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. The song was written by Scott English and Richard Kerr, originally titled "Brandy" and released in 1971 by English. Barry Manilow recorded it under the title "Mandy" to avoid confusion with the band Looking Glass's hit "Brandy (You're a Fine Girl)." Some trivia about the song includes its initial inspiration from a dog owned by English. The melody is characterized by a gentle piano introduction, followed by a gradual build-up with orchestral elements, culminating in a powerful chorus that showcases Manilow's vocal range.