The Manhattans

A long running male vocal group from Jersey City, New Jersey, with roots in the doo-wop era. They first formed as the Manhattans, circa 1963, and hit the charts on Carnival Records in the mid 60's, maintaining chart popularity well into the the 1980's when their hit "Shining Star" topped the charts. THE MANHATTANS were originally: Winfred "Blue" Lovett, Richard Taylor, Kenny Kelley, George "Smitty" Smith and Sonny Bivins. The quintet reportedly took it's name not from the big city across the water from New Jersey Read more on Last.fm

The Manhattans – Shining Star

Honey, you are my shining star Don’t you go away Wanna be right here where you are Until my dying day So many have tried, tried to find A love like yours and mine Girl, don’t you realize How you hypnotize? Make me, love you more each time Honey i’ll never leave you lonely Give…

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The Manhattans – Kiss And Say Goodbye

This has got to be the saddest day of my life I called you here today for a bit of bad news I won’t be able to see you anymore Because of my obligations, and the ties that you have We’ve been meeting here everyday And since this is our last day together I wanna…

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