Carpenters - I Need To Be In Love

From the CD Album " A Kind Of Hush", Music & Lyrics By Richard Carpenter, John Bettis, Albert Hammond

[@herculanogomes6105]

No sexy clothes, no dancers, no lights. Simply an amazing clear and beautiful voice.

[@ahart777]

Listening in 2024 & still loving Karen’s angelic voice🙌🏼💗

[@renarga6886]

No female entertainer today comes close to this GODDESS.

[@johngraham5543]

ABSOLUTELY AGREE!

[@timbaumann9046]

God I miss her... You were a GIFT FROM GOD Karen... But we didn't get to keep you for very long. R.I.P. Karen, Thank you for the Music!

[@geromocharlesjavenv.5084]

I'm only 16 and my classmates always laugh at me everytime I played this kind of song. They didn't know this is my therapy of stress.

[@cherylw9526]

Hey Charles, don't pay any attention to them. I listen for the same reason to relax and relieve stress, too. I grew up with the Carpenters and consider Karen's voice the most soothing thing there is.

[@fenyanywhere8955]

Maybe they just don't know about the beauty, elegance and delicate music.

[@tomg860]

Behave

[@1956canito]

Like a Angle on you side ,

[@williamdews1061]

Charles I’m a 55 year old man and grew up in the 70’s, you just do your thing. Karen Carpenter was a brilliant musician. Look up the contemporary artists today that list her as an inspiration. Keep doing your thing and enjoy the music.

[@mythicaltears]

This is live. Before auto tune, apps etc. This is talent. This is a gift from heaven. Today's "singers" don't even come close. Karen was and will always remain in a league on her own. Legend.

[@audiobooksmore3374]

Totally agree with you!!

[@craigh.9810]

For me, there was no one better!

[@estrellaalano5461]

Yes. I love Karen carpenters and I can sing Thier song not but so lovely as there

[@monip4280]

You're so right. She's so beautiful. The voice is so great. I love it.

[@febridonald4606]

Agree 👋👋

[@malitube1913]

40 years later would she know that there are so many people who "love" her, including me...I wish I could give her a big hug. May her beautiful soul rest in peace forever.

[@richmonk7525]

here here x

[@clayrowden3916]

Her expression at the end seems so telling and so deep. She was absolutely amazing.

[@dsquared1956]

No auto tune.....no vocal assist......pure, strong, beautiful,...timing, tone, enunciation...One of the best voices ever....EVER..

[@Vinc2Vinc]

Pure live ...

[@elecVlOGS]

its nature no mixing chemical

[@dsquared1956]

@@elecVlOGS- Nat King Cole - Not the same style - but pure,, perfect pitch, one of the greatest of all time -

[@ednabareo6535]

@@dsquared1956 o..

[@nancydotson6182]

Such a beautiful voice. Grateful to have grown up listening to this wonderful music.

[@rondrewitz7768]

I'm 71 now, and still think of Karen Carpenter as having the most beautiful singing voice of all time. Loved it then, love it now!

[@iliketowatchvideos47]

She would only be 71 now

[@AvenueH]

I'm 2 years behind you and I agree. Loved it then, love it now!

[@salvadorhirth1641]

Me too, I agree entirely.

[@bryanwinings1026]

Me to

[@otkcalvin437]

your same era definitely these songs from her will be imortal

[@davidmeir9348]

Her voice, it's like liquid diamond. So pure, so enthralling.

[@JJ-qz5gv]

I must steal that..."liquid diamond".

[@davidmeir9348]

@@JJ-qz5gv Liquid crystal also sounds accurate and cool.

[@jesseywater3446]

Only love can change world not hatred

[@jesseywater3446]

It’s inner calmness

[@erikpanjoj1383]

@@JJ-qz5gv i came to comment that too, it's such a great description

[@davidrod738]

What is stunning about Karen is the ease with which this beautiful music falls from her! No effort, no straining... it's as if all she has to do is open her mouth and the music just, well, is! What a gift.

[@valdirgianfratti3654]

Never in the next 1,000 years will we hear a voice like that!!! You were the first, the best and the only one!!!

[@johngraham5543]

Beautiful tribute to this angel on earth!

[@protochris]

Tori Holub

[@user-sg6nx7wx1u]

Flawless every time every measure change

[@user-sg6nx7wx1u]

So melodious too. Every time.

[@richardhoff1114]

I am 66 years old and have always said I have never heard a more beautiful pure voice, what a talent. This is my personal favorite Carpenters song. I sure do miss her and all of the potential we missed out on because she was taken too early.

[@pamjacobson3874]

I know someone, who knew her personally, and he told me that this was Karen’s song to herself. She was always searching for that special someone 😢 3:32

[@rodrigoviegas606]

@@pamjacobson3874 ♥

[@anuarsalomao9748]

CONCORDO!!! ESSA É UMA DAS 3 MÚSICAS DELA MUITO MUITO LINDA. FICOU PARA ETERNIDADE.

[@michaelwu3891]

couldn't agree more, I have been loving her songs for over 25 years. her talanted voice no sharp quality from the lowest to the highest, her effortless breath with this sentimental melody that etchs in my heart. Love you carpenters..

[@user-sn6jn4nu2i]

major ditto

[@Dan-ut3ss]

My favorite song by Karen. When they interviewed her brother, he stated this was her favorite too! Made me so happy. What a tremendous voice!!!!

[@BeHappy-ol4gj]

Nudity : 0 Words : 100% effects :0 Voice : natural This is the real art that you can share it with your family ❤️❤️

[@keqingmain1760]

2020? someone's listening?

[@cindeegregory5832]

63 now and still living this song!! I had forgotten how delicious Karen’s voice was and what an amazing keyboard player Richard was.

[@oboro8894]

I am listing now I'm Japanese but I understand the awesomeness of this song This song is one of the songs that support me Sorry for bad reason But I wanted to know that there are people who like this song in Japan

[@kyokushin0283]

神KKK 自分も好きでよく聴きますよ:)

[@meyervaldez141]

me me me 2020 today happy new year

[@user-oe1yr3vj9d]

Ça me touché!

[@cwlo-yo6fz]

Karen is an inimitable act. She's a class of her own. We miss her

[@johnward5528]

Karen Carpenter is the Closest ,We will Ever See or Hear ,that God has Allowed “We Mortals” to “Witness and Treasure”.R.I.P. Karen.Sleep With The Angels👼👼

[@vgsplyr7]

I loved Karen from the first time I heard her voice! I was born on March 1, 1950, one day before Karen. God was on a roll that week!

[@alsoncole]

Her voice was like a warm blanket you take out of the dryer and wrap around you on a gloomy day. There was a sad comfort to it. She was the best!

[@vtec1959]

Yes Indeed

[@paulpitt52]

Perfectly stated

[@juliano2334]

Alson Cole I love your comment

[@panneetantinukul5658]

Good words.

[@fatalexception1269]

"sad comfort" that's a nice way to describe the effect of her voice.

[@playydates]

People my age just laugh at me for listening to music legends like The Carpenters but boy i laugh at them for missing out on REAL music

[@limj019]

+Omar Jimenez Here,here brother!

[@susiearviso3032]

+Omar Jimenez Voice of the century. America's darling.

[@jrw2230]

Fantastic! Nice one

[@chitagongob5905]

Omar Jimenez you got that right Omar ! Thanks

[@jednoble8385]

Omar Jimenez i hear ya man!!!!

[@gordiesings]

This is how I like to remember Karen Carpenter. Onstage, looking and sounding this way. What a star she was.

[@jodyharmon9369]

Well said...

[@user-dc6zu9zm2z]

初めて、レコードを買ったのは、小遣いをもらい始めはじめた中学一年。お金を握りしめカーペンターズのレコードを買い、何回も何回も聞きました。それから５３年がたちましたが、今も素晴らしい歌声に聞きほれます。

[@jameswatts7720]

38 years ago today we lost the most beautiful voice on earth. Still missing her.

[@mandymoo7406]

Wow,this record always brings a tear to my eye RIP Karen carpenter

[@francesca5409]

Sono italiana.si, dice bene, la voce più bella della Terra 💗

[@philipvelasco1717]

Try listening to shane ericks. Sound close to karen’s voice:)

[@larryvermeer6170]

i wasn't even 30 yrs yet when God took this angel from us here

[@ascott149]

Anyone here in 2020 listening to Karen. Simply the purest , most beautiful singing voice ever. Hope you all have a safe, healthy and happy 2020. (From Scotland).

[@tracysnell6184]

A Scott been listening for 50 years & they never disappoint 💗

[@AABVLO]

@@tracysnell6184 angel

[@user-sb8xl5hr1d]

素敵な歌声ですね‼ 何故に、評価下がる⤵ですかね⁉ 自分には、理解出来ません。

[@memyselfandi7529]

God bless. Have a safe and healthy 2020 to you too

[@ascott149]

@@memyselfandi7529 Thank you Marcus.

[@henriettahenson]

She was truly one of the finest singers, the world has ever heard..... Just one note in and you know it's Karen Carpenter. 💕👌🙏😥Rip

[@woffydo]

If she had lived during the classical pagan era of arts and culture she would have been elevated to the Goddess of Music. Such a gem of a voice and also a great drummer, extremely talented. I can say no female lead has ever came close to her. she was also elegant and decent in her dress-code, a noble lady. Such a dignified women is hard to come by in today's world. Rest well dear Karen.

[@joycewilliams9985]

My very first album I purchased in 1971 was the Carpenters. I'm 60 years old now in 2020 and still listen to her music daily. Her voice gives me a quiet and calm spirit which is what I need now more than ever especially with all that's going on today. I am and will be forever a fan of the Carpenters!

[@alex999931]

I not born i was born on 1983 ha ha

[@basilioenrique7951]

for me she lives forever in mmy heart

[@markk.5637]

I agree!! Me too!! What great music!!!

[@thelastjohnwayne]

I wished that Karen knew how much we all truly and totally loved her for just who she was.

[@gacj2010]

The brother did little to help

[@thelastjohnwayne]

@@gacj2010 He was dealing with his own Demons.... Drugs

[@marneo7514]

The parents favored the son. He was the golden one and she was "just the girl". She tried to win their love her whole life and never understood that they did love her with their whole hearts. It was just the way things were then. The boys were the stars and the girls were just second class. It's taken us two generations to start to change it. Nobody's fault. It's just what happened.

[@pastorweaver3473]

I wish she would have realized how much we all loved her gift to the world and joy she brought to us all. I wish she could have a found someone that loved her in a way that could have helped her overcome her eating disorder. I still have a tear each time I hear her sing. there is truly not another vocalist any better. There are no words available to tell how amazing she was.

[@remowilliams7569]

Amen to that. The world lost the most angelic voice ever much too soon. Karen's beautiful voice brings tears to my eyes from the sheer perfection of her voice.

[@poiqweee]

Indeed. Well phrased, Pastor. May our Lord and Savior always fill you with wisdom and grace. Godbless.

[@rudysolana1927]

😢I miss her So much.

[@dugroz]

Do you ever wonder if there are multiple "undiscovered" Karen Carpenters out there? As in, someone with a vocal talent that is on this level, but no one who can do anything about it has ever heard them? Or, maybe, the person just doesn't want to be famous, and is perfectly happy with whatever station in life they already have. We'll never know for sure.

[@poiqweee]

@@dugroz Certainly. There are plenty of people with better voices than many of today's popular singers, or at the very least on par with. Karen was an exception with her innate perfect pitch talent and relaxed non straining facial expressions. Most professional singers strain to reach high notes. Also, Karen rarely if ever used her whistle register (falsetto). She was born with a smooth, unique sounding voice. Blessed with exceptional vocal chords.

[@kathrynrubylonas52]

I am in my 70s and loved The Carpenters and her death shattered my heart and the world stopped that day. Time stood still while we mourned. I never recovered from her death and her life was so tragic. Karen, I know you are finally loved and perhaps you know how much we all loved you while you were on earth , gracing us with your angelic presence. I am soon to be reunited with you and it brings joy to me. I love you, girl. Always.

[@johngormley7516]

It's hard to think of such a great lady has been neglected in love, and we know that millions loved her but not the one she hoped for. To you miss Karen you filled so many with love and will never be forgotten, you have a voice to melt the coldest heart, may God embrace you with the love you deserve !!

[@mikeshulman3514]

A precious, almost forgotten song from the Carpenters. Karen had such a sweet voice.

[@michaelross2500]

Absolutely the best female lead vocalist in all music history ..left us way to soon..God Bless You Karen 🙏 ❤

[@rosanadomiciano2275]

Concordo. Ouça Anne Murray lembra Karen.

[@edgegymnastics8409]

Absolutely. She always been my favorite

[@gojkomijatovic7924]

I agreed.

[@keithrich8373]

No one to touch her then and now though Olivia Newton John comes a close second

[@Clothahump1]

I've said this before, but I'll repeat it: Karen was the best female vocalist of the 20th century. And she is quite likely the best of the 21st century as well. I don't think anyone will ever be able to duplicate her talent.

[@keithrich8373]

I totally agree.Irreplaceable and a voice like no other

[@bryan9029]

She sounds like a mouse when she sings she doesn't sing she squeeks

[@Chelsea-gy3lg]

she belongs to the classics which never fades years after years

[@bryan9029]

@@Chelsea-gy3lg I assume your talking about Yoko Ono no voice is as good

[@isaacstokes7239]

it is a lovley voice but have you heard ella Fitzgerald wat shee could do with her voice no one else can

[@dennisriray3510]

Her voice is so clear, honest, and so pure.

[@rfloganwalker3202]

The music stood on it's own merit. No gimmicks or distractions required.

[@carolobrocki9206]

So sad that she never found her special someone. I hope she knew that the entire world loved her

[@ericmoore1173]

How are you doing today my name is Eric Moore

[@chinho2379]

Yes Carol fate and destiny in our life

[@catherinematulid1289]

Yes she did and married

[@pattyhaley2949]

She knew but just longed for that one special loved one that always seemed to never be in reach. She is at peace in a place our human mind can't even imagine. We love and miss you so, Karen Carpenter ❤💖

[@charlesbower8387]

@@catherinematulid1289 It wasn't a happy marriage.

[@davidbell9815]

Surely one of the most gorgeous ballads ever written. No wonder it was Karen's personal favourites: its lyrics tell the story of her life.👌🎤🎶

[@davidsheriff9274]

I think the lyrics tell the story of most people's lives, that's why people love this song and Karen in general, she put a voice and a melody to the human condition.

[@johnx5891]

Richard did his amazing orchestration, which just beautifully couches Karen's voice.

[@arthurlincoln9093]

Such an unbearably sad song sung to perfection by the sublime Karen Carpenter. May she rest in peace. We miss her.

[@layla693]

No autotune no lip synching just the pure warm velvety voice of Karen R.I.P.

[@ronniearciga8643]

Who's still listening on 2020s?❤️🇺🇸🇵🇭💯

[@dawnjohnmcgregor5580]

me

[@cpt.zephyrus1966]

Same

[@bettylewen930]

Me

[@bettylewen930]

I do

[@kulafudalisay6783]

Cuatopampukulafu

[@ronthompson95]

The facial expression she makes at 3:27 as she finishes the vocal is burned into my soul. She was the best.

[@monilaninetynine3811]

Not just a great singer, but a real performer.

[@carajssavannahga8830]

She's still with us

[@dougkobrick4278]

Great comment Ron

[@dominiqueglover4978]

It’s sort of sad to me because unfortunately she never really found the true love she deserved.

[@virginiaaraujo1489]

Tenho sempre a impressão que essa expressão facial dela, esteve me aguardando durante muitos anos. Parece que ela me olha e me deseja boa sorte kkkkk Essa música fala tanto de mim...

[@KerryBassmaster-ev7jg]

This is the sound of perfection! Most beautiful voice ive ever heard!!❤️❤️❤️

[@richardbelsky7098]

I was lucky to grow up listening to her music from a young age as my Uncle Hal was her studio drummer on most of the Carpenter albums. Rest in peace to Karen and Hal.

[@peterclarke3990]

Perfect! Your are listening to perfection! Name another artist with a voice like this. They don’t exist!!

[@RoederRabaja]

im 26 and my friends always asking me why i like this kind of music, but they dont know the feeling and inner peace im having when im listening to this kind of songs,

[@ronaest3651]

I feel you😭😭

[@iliketowatchvideos47]

Yes i agree mate im 43 and OBSESSED with karen 😍and her singing ,i dont just hear it i FEEL it

[@jillmichanchannel5644]

yeah youre right, i really fell you💖

[@leonagraca2239]

It's a pity we youngsters of the day don't get to experience what it was like to be around when this music was made

[@nantz023]

definitely agree

[@triyonowibowo5380]

Karen is in Heaven now. She continues to sing for her Creator and angels there

[@Sarasdad91]

I sincerely hope so.

[@jamesdrynan]

Karen's ability to immediately captivate and involve you in the lyrics is astonishing. In her brief life, she accomplished so much and continues to bewitch people with her voice.

[@3DMOVIES4YOU]

When I die and if I hear Karen Carpenter singing, I will Surely Know that I made it to Heaven !

[@focusman7273]

looking at your photo I think that day is soon to come. just kidding grandpa, may you live long.

[@3DMOVIES4YOU]

focus man I'm sure I'm better looking than you " JERK ".......Focus Man, now that's a Laugh !

[@PongDalisay]

hahaha lmao

[@marktibang6548]

hahaha nice 1 focus man

[@focusman7273]

I am sure you are better looking than me. Just chill grandpa.

[@rkmugen]

Karen.... on the day that you were born, the Angels got together... and decided to create a dream come true... and even though you've been gone, after so many years, there's still no one who can sing quite as well as you!!!!! That is why.... everyone in town.... wishes you're... still around! Just like me.... they are absolutely.... missing you! :'( ♥

[@yudikusaja]

agree with u.. shes voice so amazing.. she can bring ur soul flying like an angel...

[@fredquintanal4214]

Classy

[@deborahguido1459]

this is sooo sweet!

[@oanankhuong2759]

I can sing Close to you with the above lyrics you wrote :D

[@MrLinoventura]

Merci ...

[@bobstewart8032]

Karen Carpenter had a voice that I could listen to all day. She was so beautiful and so classy.

[@nealbraatz3911]

The people, out there in KZbin land, who say Richard was only a "lounge piano player" who rode Karen's coattails to success, are completely out of their minds. The composition, arrangement, and orchestration of this song (and all the others) is a masterpiece in itself.

[@captnnero]

The perfect example of Richard's talent is how he re-arranged "Close to You" and made it a big hit after Bacharach's version with Dionne Warwick. The Warwick version did not do well and Bacharach complimented Richard's brilliant work re-arranging that song.

[@nealbraatz3911]

@@captnnero Karen was the best, but so was Richard. They BOTH made the Carpenters great!

[@vernonengbino6186]

It was Richard's arrangements and Karen's voice that made the group so popular. The strange thing is the songs they've sung were made ironic by Karen's struggles with finding love.

[@BennieWilll]

Seeing Richard cowrote and arranged all of the music, and convinced Karen to step in front of the microphone. No Richard no Carpenters. I put him right next to Brian Wilson. He was and is a total genius. Of course, Karen was magic. The two of them together created beautiful and timeless music.

[@renatobrown1465]

You are absolutely correct, Benny. Thank you!

[@user-th6rl3el3i]

im a Japanese student &i think she is the most suitable speaker for listening to English. her English is one of the most beautiful things in a world.

[@Yanpac]

Not only English, her voice is the most beautiful in History.

[@citlaligarciaayala3082]

absolutely!

[@unamckillen7125]

My goodness. You are so right. Karen's diction is beautiful, literally beautiful. It is so clear. She doesn't just get it note-perfect, she gets it word-perfect.

[@hajamoinudeen1399]

That's true ..I always felt the same...but I forget it... because Karen carpenter was singing....

[@yadhuberniaga8537]

yes american

[@farmelonamacaraeg5762]

Let's go back to the oldies music... I Know I need to be INLOVE :-)

[@stevenmatthewbacagriegomas2081]

Carpenters Union, Painters Union, DRYWALLERS, FLOORCOVERING, MUSIC. WRITING, AND BE COMING A MASTERBUILDER 1

[@BarbieBibleandScottySunday]

Beautiful blessings Farmelona

[@farmelonamacaraeg5762]

BARBIE BIBLE THE HAPPY BAND thank you and more blessings to you too :-) miss ya!

[@BarbieBibleandScottySunday]

Farmelona Macaraeg thank you

[@salimchangu296]

Love ❤ love it,the best music of all

[@elissaschornstein9399]

Karen' s facial expression at the end of the song captures her real emotions. She really needed to be loved and treasured.

[@dianaficarrotta2460]

Yes I saw it thank you for pointing it out!

[@TwilightZoneX]

Sadly, That was Karen's favorite song to perform. It was from the heart.

[@onlyoneamong300]

Yes indeed! I find it hard to believe that none knew what was going on with her! She looked so fragile that it was too obvious she needed medical help, but mainly moral support! I wish that people would listen to their loved ones in the same situation! God bless her soul!

[@mikehancock5744]

Karen ...that voice never gets old. At 57 I've still never heard another voice as beautiful as yours.

[@ricko5885]

Karen was, is , and always will be the most perfect female vocalist that has ever lived. I was only 12 years old when I first heard "Close To You" and I fell in love with her voice and their music. It's 50 years later and nothing has changed about that.

[@umbertocalvini7429]

Karen was born 74 years ago on March 2, 1950. This was her favorite song! Greatest female singer ever!

[@caroljamieson3476]

Umberto Calvini I must agree beautiful voice ⚘⚘

[@SunoxMoon]

Umberto Calvini omg

[@ritabenson2618]

Umberto Calvini I agree, SHE WAS A GIFT FROM GOD, HOW DO U EXPLAIN THAT VOICE?

[@5877user]

Umberto Calvini I was born in April the same year. I hope their music loves on forever.

[@karlopoons3541]

Oh how does karen look now if she's alive. Huhu.

[@josiasramos8963]

I say The Carpenters are unforgettable.

[@alexcarratu5554]

Clearest voice in the world, Karen's voice was so angelic and healing. Such a talented and beautiful soul she was.

[@ivanppillay914]

"I know I ask perfection of a quite imperfect world And fool enough to think that's what I'll find".

[@henriettahenson]

Yes l take note of those lyrics 💕then l don't get too disappointed 😞😊

[@ivanppillay914]

@@henriettahenson Cheers, Henrietta. Brings comfort and solace to the soul.

[@henriettahenson]

​@@ivanppillay914❤️🙏❤️

[@alvinadapon977]

April 2019, everyone? Hit like! Karen is a Legend.

[@vtec1959]

me from Greece

[@tanpanama1299]

(🇮🇩 indonesia) saya..

[@ashleyandersonsolayao3865]

Philippines 🖐️

[@vitriatantrimayestica1961]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/ipbJgmeHbsylpK8 my Carpenters cover :)

[@ivogunther3857]

Brazil, May 2019.Karen is superb!

[@jeisamarjorie]

Don't worry....you're not the only one who is listening this masterpiece in May of 2022!

[@Stevebrandon-vq7nx]

Hello Jeisa,how are you doing i hope you and your family are safe!

[@alysonburch]

She looks so much like my mom.. She died back in 2020 of Covid. I watch all of Karen Carpenter's videos and see my mom. I miss her so much.

[@Undefeated92]

I love the way she emotes the song and the lyrics. Her face, her beautiful phrasing, her sad intonation... Karen Carpenter was a master at her craft. She made of a simple song, a masterpiece. I love this woman, so talented!

[@alangranville284]

The way you phrased your tribute to Karen shows a good soul and true understanding of this wonderful song sung by a sublime singer.

[@Graham_Brooks1]

The irony was all she ever craved was to be loved . If only she really knew how much she was loved and is still loved .

[@Claude-Vanlalhruaia]

That is not what the song is about. It's about her search for perfection, of what she desires for herself and of what she search, love, happiness, fulfillment, whatever she missed in her life. She has an eating disorder, anorexia, mental illness, it's the cause of her death where years of malnutrition and obsessive search for her perfect body image led her to desperate actions like medicinal abuse gave way in the form of heart failure.

[@kingskidgirl2]

I think Karen had a very good sense of how much her fans loved and appreciated her; sadly, I think probably the love, attention, and validation she craved was that of her mother, who seemed to have a difficult time showing it (from what I understand). 😔

[@thomaspearson8565]

Exactly the truth because I spent an afternoon with her

[@Graham_Brooks1]

@@thomaspearson8565 Lucky you Thomas....

[@bryantlane8646]

Amen brother!!! Still loved and missed!

[@vicvalencia1973]

One can only imagine how far she would have gone and what great music she would have created. Such a talent but yet so humble.

[@jessicawatson891]

it'd be my biggest dream to see her perform in real life. her voice is so beautiful and incredibly soothing, she could sing me to sleep. it's so sad that she has gone too soon. may she still sing along with the other angels in heaven

[@sonnycrockett2079]

Jesus......I miss this woman.....

[@user-wx3ln8yq1b]

We all do...

[@salocinsotnas4800]

You're right Sheena...My sister's favorite artist...sadly my sis passed away 3years ago..

[@user-wx3ln8yq1b]

i'm terribly sorry to hear that :( find some comfort in that she's reunited with Karen in heaven

[@salocinsotnas4800]

Thanks Sheena...

[@salocinsotnas4800]

Thanks so much guys...Though we dont know each other i can feel the warmth sympathy you are sharing with me...Good Luck Guys and take good care of yourselves...Hope you are always in the best of health! Mabuhay as we say in The Phillippines..

[@eds3969]

I'm 60 years old, and have never heard a singer that can touch Karen Carpenter. Yes Streisand has an incredibly beautiful voice. Ann Wilson and Gladys Knight are/were incredible singers along with many others. But nobody rips at your heart and soul like Karen.

[@milarepaseebaran3722]

So true I feel the same way Babs is also great

[@unamckillen7125]

EdS Yes. I love Linda Ronstadt and think her range is amazing and she can sing anything. Other singers like Streisand, Aretha, Gladys, Mama Cass are powerful. However, there is something in Karen's voice that speaks to the heart of you. There is a loneliness and a sadness. It is perfectly pitched, of course but the loveliness seems to come from the feeling.

[@ohger1]

You have a good ear Ed. Streisand and Wilson's pipes are (were) astounding, but neither could **sing** like Karen. Like Nat Cole, you could listen to her for hours on end and enjoy every note until the last. Can't say that about many singers, including Streisand.

[@scottferris6309]

I agree, sir. I am 64, and I still think that Karen Carpenter was the gold standard! Simply perfect!

[@martinlepper4522]

@@unamckillen7125 Some one overlooked is Marilyn McCoo.

[@tinat5001]

Voice of an angel. Best female vocalist in my generation. Her songs just seems to effortless. Sad to think she was taken so soon from us.

[@jimf.9822]

The way that she raises her eyebrows at 3:24 says so much! She knows. How could the world let her get away? Forty years later her loss still brings tears to my eyes.

[@keithgattozzi5237]

What a loss 😢

[@jac6362]

She sings of perfection... and that is exactly what she is. Beautiful woman, beautiful song, beautiful voice.

[@elissaschornstein9399]

Just beautiful. Karen's voice is so rich and warm. Such a shame she was so unhappy and unwell. You are still missed lovely Lady. Always.

[@delanerichhart9221]

Like warm honey!

[@allansena1741]

It's good morning to all my best friend

[@manuelpinera3146]

Beautiful song in a unforgettable voice.

[@bridget1338]

I just adore this song and Karen was the greatest singer ever ❤

[@studiosingyourstyle]

The hardest thing I've ever done Is keep believing There's someone in this crazy world for me The way that people come and go Through temporary lives My chance could come and I might never know I used to say, no promises Let's keep it simple But freedom only helps you say goodbye It took a while for me to learn That nothin' comes for free The price I've paid is high enough for me I know I need to be in love I know I've wasted too much time I know I ask perfection of a quite imperfect world And fool enough to think that's what I'll find So here I am with pockets full of good intentions But none of them will comfort me tonight I'm wide awake at four a.m. Without a friend in sight Hanging on a hope, but I'm alright I know I need to be in love I know I've wasted too much time I know I ask perfection of a quite imperfect world And fool enough to think that's what I'll find I know I need to be in love I know I've wasted too much time I know I ask perfection of a quite imperfect world And fool enough to think that's what I'll find

[@teacher913]

Lyrics , delivery , beauty , and that " thing" which you just can't quantify ... bit you know it when you hear it. Timeless

[@hajamoinudeen1399]

Thank u for sharing these valuable poem for us.... it's external

[@richmonk7525]

perfection, the voice as i call her, just perfect, no one else comes close

[@brunoantony3218]

Stephanie Swann thank you ❤️

[@albertocayode4436]

How can i forget this song! This is my fav song during my college days and still no boyfriend...

[@hugoantonioruizpina2000]

The look down and the gesture of resignation at minute 3:28 breaks my heart every time I watch this video. Love you forever Karen!!

[@mariavilmatulalian8221]

This song I'm 7year old ilke the voice karen carpenters she so nice voice..

[@user-sw3qs7rq4x]

BEYOND BEAUTIFUL SPECTACULAR 😮😮😮 LOVED THEM SINCE I WAS YOUNG ALWAYS WILL ❤️ ♥️ 💕 💖 💙 💗 ❤️ ♥️ 💕 💖 💙

[@tematicaparanormal8902]

Just a few human beings are gifted by God with angelic voices and there is Karen Carpenter with her majestic, golden and honey voice that takes you through a journey... Miss you Karen always❤️❤️❤️

[@wallymurray9805]

I've been listening to many types of music since the mid-1960's and still have rarely heard anyone who sings so beautifully, effortlessly and yet unpretentiously as Karen Carpenter. As this track proves yet again, she was incredible. It saddens me that left us much too soon.

[@Piboon11]

Every note that came out of her mouth "LIVE" sounds just perfect and right on the pitch. Wonder if a note would ever sound flat or sharp on her bad day. She has been a treasure for our planet.

[@alantanaka6957]

That's why she was known as One-Take Karen. Watch all the old singers that never needed autotune!

[@fcaonabo]

I'm agree

[@siwatbuaphuennoi1518]

Beautiful World Even in her weakest time, she is still much better than today’s singers.

[@seonewport363]

I think she is one of the greatest artists and woman of all time

[@elsapenoso6436]

Their songs never fade

[@janetdixon1891]

THE VOICE OF AN ANGEL ❤

[@ethannielson942]

This song is ‘The Mantra’ of my life.

[@bobyee1972]

This kind of talent comes around once or twice in a lifetime. I’m glad it was during my lifetime. Thanks to KZbin future generations will also be able to enjoy it too.

[@getrealbutthead]

A natural beauty in her voice is what makes Karen Carpenter a classic, she is timeless.

[@kdevinturner8778]

We are for you. Ms. Karen Carpenter. The best.

[@user-cp2oh7zz2g]

Many people are attracted by her angel voice. Thank you, Karen.

[@bobyee1972]

Her voice was magical but Richard was just as vital to their success. He picked and wrote the songs and his arrangements were exceptional. They complimented each other perfectly.

[@eds3969]

Correct. Richard wrote or co-wrote many of their songs including this one. Aside from the lyrics, this song has a sensational arrangement. Even the songs that he didn’t write, the arrangements were great, and nearly always better than what people had done before. He was a musical genius, and his sister’s singing was imo the best there ever was. That’s quite a combination.

[@sarahholland1375]

Don't agree. If you watch recent documentary her solo disco album which was great, was sabotaged by him & her mother who colluded with the record company in persuading her not to release it. They persuaded record company it was the wrong 'sexy' image.

[@alisonrainbowz6861]

At one audition, he picked too high a note for her to sing (in the film) I think Richard confirmed this in a documentary, then on the lower note, that lovely rich, smooth voice was discovered. I like her solo songs, but how she sang as The Carpenters was magical. They were born to be a team Richard said, that's what I think, but sometimes singing solo was okay as well

[@eds3969]

+Sarah, as I have stated, I believe Karen was the best. I did not think her solo album was very good. While it wasn’t bad, it didn’t bring out the best in Karen, like a Richard did. Regardless, she would have never abandoned her brother. She worshipped him, and recognized his genius. She did the solo album while he was rehabbing for prescription pill addiction.

[@bruceelliott764]

He picked many of the songs, but he did NOT write most of the ones that were hits. Burt Bachrach, Hal David and others did.

[@samsukepicotiri2919]

Many people pay attention to Karen for good reasons but don't forget her gifted brother Richard, who made her shine. After all, they were THE CARPENTERS.

[@dnmurphy48]

I always felt he over arranged the music and would have preferred lighter arrangements

[@daninnj8580]

Yep, I always felt he went too far too. He should have just let her shine. It's very telling that his "comeback" used her voice tracks over new arrangements; his career sputtered and died when she did. Want proof? There's another video of this song on KZbin, done late in her career and without Richard at: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fWLVYnp8iKtrfq8 that is much better musically than this one. Also harder to watch as her disease is on full display; she looks terrible - far too thin, her face gaunt but that beautiful voice still amazing and the song even more soulful because of her inner pain telling us the words are even more real for her.

[@steventalbot2505]

I think he was part of the problem

[@hillaryt7405]

He is good ,too.

[@Seahorse1414]

How I wish she had known how much she was loved and admired. Karen will always be missed .

[@Mark-po8qp]

This song reminds me of my mom so much. She used to listen to carpenters songs, especially.this one. How i wish you're still here with me/us. RIP Mama ❤😥

[@annoodlesuwu6878]

My mom used to sing this song and I fell inlove with carpenters too. Now my mom's gone these are the memories she left to me. 💓

[@dav.merana]

❤️

[@unamckillen7125]

@@dav.merana Our mums left us memories. Yours was this, which is beautiful and I had already. Mine were "I remember You", "and believe me and all those endearing young charms", the carnival is over, without you, amazing grace, I so miss her.

[@learningmadeeasy9915]

Me too... Her songs were my mother's favorites...

[@rommelliteral2727]

same. my mum used to play carpenters and till now in my 30's I am still in love with their songs. Miss you mom.

[@peterdequina8425]

😥😥😥😥😥

[@louistomassioni7462]

Karen has the most beautiful and soulful voice ever recorded. She"s So sweet and lovely. I love her!

[@lindsaywarner1379]

Karen's voice seemed emotional in these videos. Her expressions were priceless.

[@ereh4195]

Damn im 15 i enjoy listening to 70s songs nowadays it makes me feel good and the Carpenters is one my fav artists

[@aldatakahashi3067]

É a voz mais bonita, harmônica, afinada, suave que já ouvi. Não surgiu ainda uma artista completa como a Karen. Eternamente grata por oferecer esta benção para humanidade.

[@renarga6886]

Cantora, compositora, multi-instrumentista e atriz. É muito talento numa só pessoa.

[@relegentil827]

Passei minha adolescência ouvindo os Carperters, saudades, é um encantamento de voz perfeita 🥰

[@renarga6886]

@@relegentil827 Eles fizeram parte daminha infância, junto com o Abba e os Bee Gees.

[@cristinasouzalima9199]

Verdade! Essa voz é inigualável e insuperável! Faz muita, muita falta 😢

[@user-ed1mj5zk6f]

Karen Carpenter the best female voice ever, no ríspida sounds or air on her voice! Thank you for spending some time with us!💕

[@AnastasiosAPapanastasiou]

So much sadness behind those eyes. Rest in peace dear Karen. Thank you for your voice, the heart, the soul you put in your songs. Timeless

[@skijock486]

Well said!

[@mikey3800]

@J OneLife well actually for Richard, who is a musical prodigy and genius....KC was more interested in softball at the time

[@alexandrevlahos7615]

Bravo Patriote

[@earlebrodie8026]

Well put my friend.

[@TheShortCATs]

❤ I prefered to listen to this kind of Songs even at my young age

[@satanlok]

The ONE and ONLY of this ERA. This is the real Angel's voice!!