Barry Manilow Would Love To Hear His Songs on 'Glee'

Believe it or not, Barry Manilow did not write the songs the whole world sings. He didn't even write that one. 'I Write the Songs' was composed by Bruce Johnston, which Barry readily admits whenever the subject comes up -- it's even in his Las Vegas concert show. However, Barry Manilow does have a huge catalog of songs that he has made famous, whether as a writer or singer. Therefore, why wouldn't he want Fox's 'Glee' to use his music for an episode? If it's good enough for Madonna, why not Barry?

Well, Barry thinks it's a great idea and did something about it. Ryan Seacrest reports that Manilow called him the other day to address rumors that he'll be on 'Glee' -- rumors that were news to me. Barry told Ryan that he hasn't received a phone call from 'Glee' yet, but he's willing. "It would be great."

He's even picked out a song that he would like to hear New Directions, the glee club on the show, sing. "I would love them do to 'One Voice.' That's the only thing I'd love to hear them do, but if they want to do my catalog, oh, I'd be right there." 'One Voice' is a great choice, too. It's basically a chorus piece and very relevant for the show.

Considering the amount of hits Manilow's produced, the 'Glee' crew could mine some gems. 'Ready to Take A Chance Again,' 'Can't Smile Without You,' 'Mandy,' 'Looks Like We Made It,' 'Bandstand,' 'Weekend in New England,' 'Copacabana,' 'Could It Be the Magic,' 'This One's For You,' 'Tryin' to Get the Feeling Again,' 'I Made It Through the Rain," et al. The guy's done a lot of songs!

Barry Manilow's no fool, by the way. While the royalties for hearing his songs on 'Glee' would be a good amount, the exposure of his music and the mention of his name -- let alone a guest appearance -- would sell CDs like crazy. You'd be surprised how many people discover old music when these legends reappear, or their songs do, later in another medium.

There was a story on the 'CBS Sunday Morning' show about Wayne Newton last week. Newton's first big hit, 'Danke Schoen,' is still making him money. It was first recorded in 1963, but it still turns up in movies and TV shows. How's that for the gift that keeps on giving!Tags: ASCAP, Barry Manilow, BarryManilow, Glee, I Write the Songs, IWriteTheSongs, music, royalties, Ryan Murphy, Ryan Seacrest, RyanMurphy, RyanSeacrest, songs

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