Carpenters, The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra - Superstar

Arranged, conducted, and produced by Richard Carpenter, ‘Carpenters With The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra’ is out now: UMe.lnk.to/Car....
'Carpenters With The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra' pairs Carpenters' original vocal and instrumental tracks with new orchestral arrangements by Richard Carpenter, conducting the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra at Abbey Road Studios 🎤🎻
Music video by The Carpenters, The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra performing Superstar. © 2019 UMG Recordings, Inc.
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[@mangojulie123]

It's 2024 and even 50+ years later, Karen Carpenter's voice remains one of the most angelic to have ever graced our world! And if you like this comment, you've got exceptional musical taste. Click the I❤Karen button below: 👇🏾👇🏾

[@hramirez_official]

I agree...absolutely!!!! ✌🏻

[@ChrisBelding]

The voice like no other.

[@mauromajczack637]

Concordo! Deus a levou para que Ela cantasse para Ele...

[@davidwolf226]

I couldn't agree with you more.

[@luisdeleon9819]

Not taking away from Karen and her angelic voice but my favourite rendition of this song is by Rita Coolidge the Delta Lady. Either way it is the genius of Leon Russell on show.

[@heatherr0420]

Karen Carpenter's voice was like pain, heartache, and sorrow wrapped in velvet. That's the best way I can describe it

[@lisamcdonald1014]

That was my dream, as a 6-year old in 2001, to have her velvety singing voice, though Richard’s was airy, played piano at 12, rest in heavenly peace Karen

[@diverdave4056]

also great joy and happiness !

[@donniemoder1466]

That's one way to look at it.

[@kjell-akeapell3285]

Soft,smooth......

[@Sargento.169]

Correcto,estoy de acuerdo.

[@lja64]

she had absolutely perfect pitch. her voice was like a musical instrument.

[@nvhmd]

Much more than any instruments.

[@joez4666]

As long as the world exists mankind will never hear a voice like this a gift from God

[@user-il2xm7gz9n]

No ha habido ni habrá nada ni semejante a KAREN!❤

[@Mostopinionatedmanofalltime]

It’s really ironic because she thought of herself as a drummer first and a singer second.😮

[@robertsanchez8629]

Right in the middle of all the Drug Hippie Madness of the 70s we had this Angelic voice of Sanity!

[@dashoverton1963]

An interviewer once asked legendary songwriter Leon Russell which of his many versions of “Superstar” was his favorite. Without offending the other artists who have covered his song, he simply told the interviewer “I have always been a huge fan of Karen Carpenter.”

[@Kevin-sx2nx]

I'm a black man in my 50's I grew up on the Carpenters and believe me Karen was and still is the best,such clarity in her vocals and so heart felt,really miss you Karen and I love you

[@garyweatherley3762]

Her heart her voice, I would say no more but her being able 2 sing the way she did while playing drums was just unbloody believable. I'm obsessed with Karen carpenter endof

[@sharksport01]

Luther did a good version of her song!

[@NFL1976]

I am an old white man. I love you!

[@jospinvanraat8730]

I think She and Ella were the purest of vocalistes. Beauty!

[@bmxultra2333]

Now, what part of Compton was that exactly? J/K

[@steve122140]

I wept when I heard this song as a 12 year old and wept again listening to it in the eternal now at 64 years old.

[@mcmaximon1]

Much love x

[@wayne1074]

Years will continue to pass and Karen's voice will stand out as one of the best. The smoothness and clarity of her voice will always be an example of perfection. Karen left us way too early, but she left us her music to last eternity. Karen, you did well. Now, go rest in peace. Many people will continue to enjoy your talents. You will forever be young and have a golden voice. ❤

[@teguhsantoso5553]

Teruna kasih tuhan atas karunia yang diberikan kepada kita sehingga bisa menikmati merdunya suara2 yang indah

[@user-tn3it4xm7g]

Lleva 40 años descansando en paz 😮❤la extrañamos 😅le estará cantando a los ángeles 😅

[@joseminguez7795]

@@user-tn3it4xm7g no moo

[@pjangels609]

Richard was equally talented, actually created that distinct Carpenters sound.

[@15multiventure51]

His domineering control over Karen was ,,, make more $$$

[@lisaboston2465]

One of the most beautiful songs I’ve ever heard. Music just isn’t the same as it was in the 70’s.

[@PepperWilliams_songcovers]

I’m 70 years old and the best decades for me were the mid sixties and all of the seventies! KC sounds like an Angel from Heaven❤❤❤

[@chriswatts1680]

All genres of 70's music is simply the best nothing else comes close

[@rapsux]

Agreed, how many bands were we blessed with in the 70s? Amazing stuff!

[@paulgrey8028]

@@chriswatts1680 AND 60's.

[@user-rz8bu6vl8x]

Yes, I'm 67 and remember the wonderful music of the Carpenters! ❤

[@davidclementi5434]

50 years have elapsed and no one will ever touch my heart the way Karen Carpenter did with her compassion and emotional performances...

[@gvalley07]

Imagine what Richard Carpenter must've been feeling at that moment...Hearing his sister's magnificent voice coming through those headphones.

[@mrlyuboy6232]

The most beautiful voice of all time.

[@jeffrobdine]

Absolutely !

[@cesarhernandez1960]

La voz más hermosa y completa de USA

[@theID2]

lol

[@geoffphillips5872]

mrlyu boy Yes!! Karen was & is incomparable. Heavenly!!

[@lisahertel2415]

mrlyu boy raw talent. And she’s only about 20 years old here

[@stephenpayne2151]

The clarity in every word she sings is outstanding. There'll never be another voice like Karen Carpenters.❤

[@scottshamblin5743]

A voice like no other.

[@yoyo762]

@@scottshamblin5743 Exactly. No other singer has come close to her uniqueness.

[@59BUTTERFLY1]

Agree! Outstanding voice of an Angel! She makes me cry every time! 2/4/22

[@chnaijungerdsup24]

♥️❤️❤️

[@janet8415]

you can say that adainagin

[@Rushcuckoo15]

Oh my. My favorite Carpenters song, with Karen at her peak, vocally. This remix with orchestra brought tears to my eyes. The song is moving enough, but to see an orchestra actually play and to hear a few extra instrumental additions in the second verse just takes this song to a completely different level. Rest in peace, Karen. Your voice will live forever in the music you and Richard recorded.

[@janetdavies9612]

Absolutely!*!! Perfection …. 🎼🎶🎤🎹🎸🥁🎻🥰❤️💞💖💖💕

[@josehernancortez7489]

una voz maravillosa dulce espero no equivocarme, quizás de la historia

[@juancarlosvillasenor9595]

@@janetdavies9612 well said

[@RubyBandUSA]

Please remember that this was written by the great Leon Russell.

[@RoxanneM-]

This is her brother directing the Royal Philharmonic here.

[@NaeNae62]

When I was in 6th grade in 1974 I was blessed to sing with the Carpenters. Best memory of my childhood. I miss her voice so much. ♥️

[@michaelstancato6057]

I would love to hear more of that story.

[@NaeNae62]

@@michaelstancato6057 Hi Michael. I should have clarified more. It was my whole 6th grade class that sang with the Carpenters at Ricks College in Rexburg, Idaho where they put on a concert. We sang the chorus for Sing, Sing a song. We practiced for months with our grade school music teacher. It was so much fun. A month or so later we all received carpenters memorabilia from them which I still have today. That was 50 years ago! I’ve loved her ever since and my heart still aches that we don’t have more music from her. I can’t wait to meet her in heaven and listen to her singing music with her angelic voice!

[@michaelstancato6057]

@@NaeNae62 The greater the artist, the more vulnerable they are. This needs to be understood, and they need to be protected. In memory of Karen Carpenter, Michael Jackson, Prince, Jimmy Hendrix, Jean-Michel Basquiat, Curtis Cobain, John Belushi, Elvis, Mark Rothko, Van Gogh, John Lennon ....

[@NaeNae62]

@@michaelstancato6057 amen!

[@michaelstancato6057]

@Renee Whitehead Thank you for the wonderful memories. I remember my 9 years older sister being into their music. I remember the 1st televised Grammys where they won awards. I watched it because of my sister's enthusiasm.

[@kristendawn5105]

One of the most hauntingly beautiful songs ever made.

[@montythepython7614]

Written by Leon Russell..

[@bruschmidt9943]

...as only Karen could deliver. Perfection!

[@SueRosalie]

my favourites of Karen's renditions are all the Leon Russell songs. Suit her perfectly.

[@heidigrunberg421]

Also known as The Groupie Song. The original version was "And I can hardly wait to sleep with you again..."

[@johnfanala9578]

Her voice was like a bird in heaven

[@AlmostBipedal]

It's not just her voice. It's the emotion injected into the performance.

[@jeremycoombes2594]

AlmostBipedal yes, but that IS her voice

[@Tonetwisters]

I am a guitarist of 59 years. I always say that good music is made of contrast and feeling. Karen sure had the feeling ...

[@scottsweny9060]

Very eerie, unique and one of a kind

[@lovelystonesstudio4054]

She had heart. Karen Carpenter sang with heart ❤️. Carole King is the same... she sings with heart.

[@runnergo1398]

Who's cutting onions?!

[@andypartridge800]

No vocal gymnastics, no flourishes. Just pure, clear, rich vocals. No other vocalist even comes close... Extraordinary

[@lincolnengland5005]

100% agree, in my opinion, her only equal would be the young Whitney Houston. A very different voice but an outstanding vocal range. Karen had a wonderful timbre and depth to her voice that, I believe, remains unsurpassed.

[@pedrokass2973]

E. Fitzgerald and K. Carpenter no more, in the way of pureness and beauty, the perfect singers of all times.

[@JasonCarney.]

@@lincolnengland5005 100%!!!!

[@ex4life96]

Sarah Vaughan. The other songstress with perfect pitch. Such beautiful voices.

[@rgraz4929]

Amen. I think the only other vocalist that comes close is KD Lang.

[@lindasmith7540]

Timeless. Listening to Karen sing brings back so many memories. There will never be another voice like hers

[@rickw1100]

After all these years no singer can touch her. There you have the gift of Karen Carpenter.

[@scottyh8494]

I totally agree with you.

[@catstevens9217]

rickw1100 :: She definitely had a beautiful effortless style!! Never matched by anyone! 🎸 🎤🎸🎤🎸♥️

[@Coupydog]

This will go on indefinitely. The orchestra was great. No singer qualified to stand-in for Karen Anne Carpenter on vocals. Her original "first run thru" track is incomparable.

[@delturge]

It would almost be a sin for someone to duplicate Karen Carpenters sweet, basey, silky smooth, voice. With all due respect to her musical genius and talent, there was another vocalist that could almost cover Karen's songs, save for that she was playing hard rock, instead of soft rock. Heart's Ann Wilson's voice in this era was very dynamic and hand incredible range, too. Again, different genres of music, but I would still say Karen has a definite edge in base. Yet, Heart was playing to a different audience with different expectations.

[@thebyronicmann8292]

rickw1100 I respectfully disagree. Judith Durham is definitely up there with her.

[@billparthum206]

No Carpenter collection is complete without this album. The digital quality is just astounding, and Karen's voice so clean and sharp. What a great effort, Richard!

[@user-tn3it4xm7g]

Le han hecho arreglos nuevos 😮filarmónicas 😢o como se diga 😢

[@ronaldmorris3197]

This album is an absolute masterpiece. Richard Carpenter's lush orchestration really adds a magical touch to what was already a great collection of songs.

[@robynhawkins48]

That Orchestra, along with her voice is nothing but sheer superbness

[@ceciliakirk569]

I wish she had realized how perfectly wonderful she was. Pure perfection.

[@illuminatedcrosshairs7865]

Cecilia Kirk oh my gosh! That is exactly why she left us so soon! She didn’t realize that truth!

[@davejones5747]

Her witch of a mother did her wrong in so, so many ways.

[@SB-131]

Cecilia Kirk I wish she loved herself as much as everyone else did

[@josephjohnson3738]

She should have been saved by so many that failed her and us.

[@runnergo1398]

She poured her heart and soul into her music. The best always leave us way too early.

[@Guideonbearer]

The voice of an angel. RIP Karen, you left us way too soon and way too young.

[@Mryrhodesian]

Ted A.McElroy: Absolutely the voice of an Angel.

[@chnaijungerdsup24]

❤️❤️😀😘

[@georgieboy5388]

Tragic doesn’t cover it, there are no words.

[@rondeneef]

madness on years, and ichard pushed her a Little bit

[@Asr203.]

I cried when I saw this! 😢it was so touching to me. She was an angel. ❤ she deserved so much more!

[@levyh12]

I am already 75 years old and every time I listen to Karen Carpents voice I think where has all the beautiful music that used to be gone?

[@timp3035]

I agree , great music by classy people. 75 is the new 60 my friend, I see people in their 80s working out at my gym. Gods speed

[@lincolnengland5005]

I must agree....it's abysmal!

[@dennisplatte8800]

I was dragged to a concert in Vegas to see the Carpenters-----and it was the best concert I ever saw.

[@eds3969]

In 1973 a girlfriend insisted that I go with her to a Carpenters’ concert. I knew Karen was sensational as a singer, but I didn’t really care for their music at the time. Well the only thing that I have personally ever witnessed, that would meet the definition of sublime, was Karen Carpenter that night.

[@dtennow]

In 1974 my parents took the family to a dinner show at Lake Tahoe. I was 13 and was blown away seeing her playing the drums. We were amazingly close. It tough not to shed a tear when I watch these videos.

[@Heres_Johnny.]

My God, what you just said brought a tear to my eye.

[@Butterflypoo]

The fact that she only got 32 years on Earth seems an obscenity. That magnificent voice will never be matched, no one else will even come close.

[@stevenburger7158]

I worked as On Staff Studio Recording Eng. & Stage (EVERGREEN) with Frank Sinatra & Bob Hope & Burt Bacharach & many other Mega Stars & Mega Film Scores in L.A. > WISH I had worked with the CARPENTERS! Karen melts your Heart!

[@BigBobber19]

God must have realized something was missing in his choir...only explanation i can come up with.

[@kwpres]

I feel comforted by thinking about her like Mozart...both had a short time on Earth, but left a large and rich legacy of beautiful music behind.

[@Peacefulhome894]

Ever!

[@johndoe-ft3cp]

What is also obscene is the fact that her brother Richard never botheted to organize an INTERVENTION to save her life. I guess he was to high on drugs. And what about the rest of her family? Is not complacency a form of culpability?

[@marydd4147]

Gorgeous!!! A tribute to Karen and the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra. Many many thanks

[@jimeslinger6010]

One of the best and most memorable songs of the 70’s in my humble opinion! 👍

[@alexmorrow8022]

I'm 73 and have never heard such purity ,a once in a lifetime voice,What a loss.

[@kenbrown3515]

The most fantastic female voice that i have ever heard. So pure. No one has ever come close to her voice. I was devestated when she passed away. Her singing will live on forever.

[@hakonfinsland6866]

Karen was good, very good indeed but Lucy Thomas at age 15.....Listen to Starlight, Suddenly and somewhere...Lucy is my nr. 1

[@TheTruthCalls]

@@hakonfinsland6866 Thanks for the 'tip' on Lucy Thomas - and her sister Martha - absolutely beautiful. Karen Carpenter is still my #1, and likely always will be, but Lucy has a brilliant future.

[@ZATennisFan]

And the worst part of it is that she basically,at a physcological level killed herself because she didn't think she was good enough when she was actually far too good for this world

[@jenniferoldiges9934]

The best......when music was really music. My 27 year old niece died a year ago......of the same thing.....had a pace maker since she was 5. She received the first coved shot....2 days later.....she died

[@johnsully3209]

Pls don't forget Barbara Streisand or Whitney Houston or Ella Fitzgerald.

[@haljalykakik2384]

God, this remaster/remix is amazing. It's still hard to believe that the vocal on this record is the first-take "guide vocal" Karen laid down for the rest of the orchestra to play along with while recording the other parts. What a talent. So sad that she left us so young.

[@scottym3]

I've said before and I'll keep on saying, she has the voice of an Angel. This is the best rendition of this song I've ever heard, no one does it better. I don't think Richard has gotten the praise for how great of a musician/composer he is. I tear up each time I listen to this song, such a beautiful song. Thank you Richard and Karen for such a great piece. R.I.P. Karen, your voice will live on forever. :) 💋❤️🌹

[@59BUTTERFLY1]

Yes! Exactly beautifully said! One of a kind! I cry also every time I hear Superstar! 2/4/22 ♥️

[@jeffclark7888]

Agree.

[@orlandomunoz2008]

I completely agree with your commentary.

[@janetdavies9612]

Yes, absolutely!*!! ❤️ Perfection!*!! 🎼🎶🎤🎹🎸🥁🎻🥰❤️💞💖💖💕

[@paladino444]

I think Richard was great, but let's keep the record straight this was was co-written by the immortal Leon Russell and Delaney Bramlett [Not Bonnie, Bonnie was locked out of the room when the two men wrote the song over a long afternoon]. The idea for a song about a Groupie chick was pitched by Bonnie Bramlett after getting the idea from Rita Coolidge, Leon's Girlfriend at the time. The Carpenters bought the song from Leon you might say and Bonnie did her own recording [watch it, it's sucked IMHO] spreading the rumor that she wrote it. BS. She never wrote a song in her entire career. Leon was a master of space and time, a journeyman, a maestro.

[@MMAfighter38113]

Her voice was a gift from God

[@richardea4223]

AMEN!!!💙

[@stevenburger7158]

Coming from an MMA Fighter > THAT is High Praise! I worked with Frank Sinatra & Bob Hope & Burt Bacharach & many other Mega Stars & Mega Film Scores in L.A. > WISH I had worked with the CARPENTERS! Karen melts your Heart!

[@adriannajake9454]

Or a God gift to us .

[@superbabs58]

Her voice was that of an Angel! She graced us with her gift. Never forgotten.

[@pavelkratochvila6157]

I grew up with Carpenter songs. Karen´s velvety voice was also to remain the most magical voice on the planet.

[@richardwhite2344]

I agree with the other people who said: No one else could ever touch the voice of Karen Carpenter. To this day, her voice just floors me and just moves me so deeply, The Once is a Lifetime voice could only be Karen Carpenter. Deeply Loved and Missed Forever!!

[@julesoftheNW]

Amen! @Richard White

[@stephendavanis7358]

Richard White Karen’s voice was a genuine gift from the heavens. The only other 2 that come close...at the top of their game, Streisand & Celine.

[@tomgoodsite4499]

Everyone who thinks Whitney Houston had the best voice ever, have never heard Karen Carpenter.

[@markhall7646]

Stephen Davanis Streisand and Celine can’t approach Karen.

[@SueRosalie]

@@markhall7646 ikr those voices just grate on my ears. Harsh.

[@DerGlaetze]

Many rockers (like myself) are closet Karen Carpenter fans. You can’t be human, not to be moved by this angelic voice from Downey, Ca.

[@WMJCPA]

Yes it was angelic. Karen was one of those rare people that came along and received a blessing from God. In her case it was her talent, and what a talent it was. I am thankful we lived in a time where through the wonders of the recording arts, her voice is immortalized. Oh, your not the only rocker who is a fan of the Carpenters. I knew many rockers who appreciated not only her vocal talents but her drum playing abilities as well. She could have held her own on a drum kit against the great ones. She simply had talent. Her brother's musical arranging skills are not to be dismissed either. It was his musical arrangements that gave rise to their unique sound.

[@egeo03]

Irony is that for Downey, they were latecomer beatnik jazz musicians. I love them. So musically misunderstood and vastly underrated talent.

[@WyreForestBiker]

Oh man can i relate to that ! .. 1973 , England , huge Led Zep and Pink Floyd fan but secretly had the Carpenters Greatest Hits album and knew EVERY nuanced word to every song !

[@dougsmythe8744]

I've heard another Rocker share the same sentiment.

[@stevenburger7158]

I worked as On Staff Studio Recording Eng. & Stage (EVERGREEN) with Frank Sinatra & Bob Hope & Burt Bacharach & many other Mega Stars & Mega Film Scores in L.A. > WISH I had worked with the CARPENTERS! Karen melts your Heart!

[@urgdaddy]

That voice to this day, 55 years later still sends me 'over the moon'. I heard her in high school and was a voice that connected all of us.

[@michaelhatem6085]

Me too. With tears

[@adamj4000]

55 years later?

[@ClarenceHW]

Her voice is so mature, seems to have a built-in wisdom to it. Gorgeous vocal and production.

[@driftersky]

I was laughed by my English friends when I expressed that I adore Carpenters. Maybe they think it is old, but I knew it is timeless.

[@angelheadedhipster2214]

J S. Sorry, we have those people too. But be assured that there are plenty of us here. Cheers mate. 🇬🇧 Fans of the Carpenters, & Karen especially. 🎤💔

[@thebambino4728]

You're RIGHT - they're WRONG !!

[@embajadoresboy4535]

That says a lot about their parents. They didn’t raise them listening to exquisite music. I grew up listening to Maria Callas, Marlene Dietrich, The Beatles, Bee Gees, Barbra Streisand, The Carpenters and the list goes on. In my school people were teased when didn’t know about talented musicians.

[@darrellcordova1021]

Yep, I get laughed at as well. I don't give a damn...best female singer EVER.

[@delby66]

It's a shame that I appreciate their music more now than when I was a teenager. I was into rock and roll and their music just wasn't up my alley. Karen was a magnificent singer though...one of the best of all time. I guess I started to appreciate their music when I was into my 30's and I'm now 65. Boy!!! did I ever miss the boat on some fine music.

[@matthewobrien534]

Kudos to the Royal Philharmonic and Karen's singular vocals . Both are equally spectacular and complement each other in their respective mastery!!! Needless to say, there will always be only one Karen!!!

[@Zues64]

This song always brings me back to my youth, full of passion and love of life and adventure. RIP Karen Carpenter.

[@React2This]

Her performance - every breath - is so perfectly controlled. The desperate search for control in other aspects of her life is what killed her, but as a performer she owned every moment.

[@LK-700]

YES, Because Karen was a perfectionist !!

[@that70sgirl90]

Karen had that Once in a Lifetime voice... so rare... so Incredibly Special! 💖 One word... SUPERSTAR!

[@darlenebateman1534]

Purest voice I ever heard.

[@ChristianW1975]

That 70's Girl she had the voice of an angel

[@raymondchiles255]

@@darlenebateman1534 we

[@Mr.56Goldtop]

The girl that no one even knew could sing. How lucky are we.

[@clarencemendonca579]

That 70s girl, you've described Karen's voice so very appropriately.

[@fairmaidenvoyage87]

The voice of an angel gone too soon

[@curtfritz5997]

I say this exact saying anytime a song of theirs comes on the radio!

[@cynthiacorcoran9389]

?

[@broerymarantika853]

Well Said, Angelic Voice...

[@stevesteve5999]

This song and this version , with the famous London Philharmonic Orchestra , is one of the BEST of the Carpenters library. I love this song and it continues to move me everytime , as if it were the first time I heard it ! Karen's tone and range were unbelievable! I've never heard anyone else express themselves with such emotion , as she did . I feel it within myself . Thank you Richard for this wonderful arrangement! Thank you Karen for gifting us with your beautiful personality and voice !

[@vanderpoolfarmsl.l.c.9983]

The Carpenters brought calm to a very turbulent time in our country. I for one, am VERY grateful for the very positive effect that their wonderfully powerful influence had on our country and my life. THANK YOU, Richard and Karen!!!

[@jenm9099]

This arrangement, her voice, damn! Thank you, Richard.

[@sheikhhamdanmohammed8405]

Yes dear you're absolutely right

[@bhow3262]

An incredible voice with an incredible orchestra, nearest thing to perfection you will ever hear.

[@rosairedubrule60]

jackie sings karen too

[@kellylaney1313]

Superstar has always been favorite. I sing with her.

[@johndthome]

Truely the voice of an angel. I miss her so much.

[@AndrewBower-zf7bj]

Just awesome Makes you want to 😢 Happy new year

[@KohalaLover]

The arrangement, orchestra and Karen’s voice. Amazing. Perfection.

[@541967]

John Lennon once crossed paths with Karen Carpenter and reportedly said; “I want to tell you love, I think you’ve got a fabulous voice." That was an assessment many of us can agree with, and the fact that she and her brother covered "Help" and "Ticket to Ride" (both of which were primarily written by Lennon) may have also left him with a good impression.

[@MichaelGunner123]

What do you mean by 'covered'?

[@541967]

@@MichaelGunner123 What do you mean what do I mean? The Carpenters covered two Beatles song which were (by and large) penned by John Lennon himself. I'm sure Lennon found that complimentary, so he in turn complimented Karen Carpenter once the opportunity presented itself to do so.

[@MichaelGunner123]

@@541967 Was just a question. Didn't know what 'covered' meant I that use.

[@svyt]

@@MichaelGunner123 I think ..967 probably didn't realize you really didn't know the meaning of the term "covered," since it's so universally used in music. It is usually used when an artist performs a song that another artist is previously known for. It isn't as much used if an artist records something simply *written* by somebody else, but usually if someone repeats something that is kinda already known and associated with some other artist having recorded it. It is used as a verb: "The Carpenters covered 'Ticket to Ride'", as a noun: "I like the Carpenters' cover of The Beatles 'Help'", and as an adjective: "We're going to watch a Carpenters cover band tonight, but I can't imagine anybody coming close to Karen Carpenter's voice!"

[@turloughgirl5535]

I’m a 23 year old girl so I guess it’s a fair assumption that I love Lady Gaga or Katy Perry or her like. When I was growing up my father adored Karen. He said her voice was rich, like honey or chocolate. He gave me his Carpenters vinyl records which I couldn’t play then bought a vinyl record player off Ebay. Sadly my father passed a year ago but part of his enduring legacy is the love he inspired in his children, not only me but my brother, of the finest vocalist of modern times. She did sound like honey and chocolate and I adore her as much as my Dad did.

[@ricardobotticelli9074]

keep loving your father and help your generation introducing the Carpenters music . Karen's voice really sounds like honey and chocolate but from heaven's :) i love Carpenters too. Karen is my favorite singer ever and forever.

[@donconry7894]

Turlough Girl I am a 65 year old guy and to me she had a voice like an angel please enjoy your fathers love of her music and the memories of your father

[@joejudo27]

HEAVENLY AND PEACEFUL.

[@survivrs]

Turlough Girl I happened to be 23 the year Karen died. I don't think I would describe her voice like your dad did, but he certainly wasn't saying anything bad about it, and that's because there was NOTHING about her voice to say anything bad about. My favorite word that describes Karen's voice is velvet. Soft and rich like your dad said.

[@ChildOfThe1970s]

Turlough Girl I know where you are coming from. My mom was a domestic violence victim in 1977 when I was 7 years old. She died at 29. But to this day I still love groups/singers such as Neil Diamond, The Carpenters, Sonny and Cher because they remind me so much of her. They were among her very favorites. Sorry you lost your dad. Let his memory live on through you. I know from experience, my friend. God bless you always. And Jesus loves you.

[@ericlam2694]

This song brings me back to the 70s when I was just a young boy.

[@clinthuff938]

I’ve been so blessed to have grown up listening to the Carpenters, what a great library of music they’ve blessed the world with and 1971’s Superstar was a song that really showcased Karen Carpenters range of emotion in her singing, I would have to say Superstar is my all time favorite Carpenters song. Karen Carpenter you are forever missed!!

[@georgestreapy8936]

I just can’t think of a better voice. She has it all: warmth, richness, believability, everything to make a person feel life and love

[@zackamanda9799]

I grew up with Hard Rock and Heavy Metal in the 1980's , but I remember as a kid hearing the Carpenters on the radio and I was just amazed by the voice I was hearing. It was just so pure and inviting that I wanted to hear more when the song ended. Thank God for KZbin I can hear more , and more and more.

[@tomlalonde1249]

ace frehley same thing here man .. grew up on rock ‘n’ roll and metal in the 80s heard Karen voice in the 70s been hooked ever cents .

[@robertjackiii1751]

Your story is the same as mine... but that proves that no matter what music we're into, when we hear Karen, we recognize greatness and true talent...in this case... the voice of an angel coming directly from heaven itself...

[@stevenburger7158]

I worked as On Staff Studio Recording Eng. & Stage (EVERGREEN) with Frank Sinatra & Bob Hope & Burt Bacharach & many other Mega Stars & Mega Film Scores in L.A. > WISH I had worked with the CARPENTERS! Karen melts your Heart!

[@FP65]

Oh to hear that voice again. What a pure, beautiful talent. Nice that her brother put this together with the orchestra. The whole thing is lovely.

[@charlie3758]

❤ I'm just 43 i love the carpenters i was shown all sorts of music by my mommy who I just lost 6 months ago im mixed race I'm so proud of you my Beautiful Blue Eyed Queen

[@jeffconway8729]

Sorry for your loss. I was in the 2nd grade when I first heard her in the early 70's, along with the Jackson 5 and others. I was really spoiled music wise, and so was your mother. I'm glad she passed her love of this music on to you.

[@charlie3758]

@@jeffconway8729 🙏🏽 thanks hunny bless your heart x

[@DaveB2868]

This moves the heart and the emotions for two reasons.. The incredible beauty of her voice, and the incredible sense of loss for Karen Carpenter ♥ 😢

[@lindaeasley5606]

Even the young people in the 70s who thought the Carpenters were too " square" ,today acknowledge how talented Karen was and see their music in a different light

[@PG-ez1pq]

True

[@gemini3459]

I grew up in the 70’s and loved Karen. I listened to her over and over and would I try my best to to imitate her sound when I sang...her vocal range was amazing and it was effortless.

[@martinjenkins6467]

With the sick crap that was going on in that era, square is pretty good Praise. Karen was pure class and talent. So sad she was taken from us. The B.S. that women had to put up with about bodies and looks.

[@suraya1224]

You have to have a pretty cold heart to not feel the heartache she conveys in this (Leon Russell) song.

[@miriamjewett5438]

They got older. Lol

[@MrNathan791]

Her voice is amazing. She sung with so much passion in her voice. This video was almost to the end before I realized that the conductor is Richard Carpenter. Any else missed this?

[@markw3598]

Oh, HELL no!

[@nirmalsuki]

I can't listen to the Carpenters without having a box of tissues close by... Karen Carpenter's voice always makes me cry, even in public.

[@CB-xr1eg]

Wow, are you an Emo?

[@nirmalsuki]

@@CB-xr1eg no. I am an emu. Fought in the great Emu war, which we won.

[@tonysc7610]

You are so right Nirmal.

[@ianhuddleston3047]

Let’s not forget the brilliant orchestra..... True talent as well.. best of the best

[@anglerfish8278]

this was her ballad to us. no one will ever be able to repeat it…

[@phillipwheeler7003]

It's so moving to see this....I remember where I was, what I was doing the first time I heard the Carpenter's! Definitely music for the heart and soul.....thank you Richard and Karen!

[@markw3598]

Frank Sinatra (The Voice) said the ONLY singer he would ever pay to listen to was Karen Carpenter. Pretty High Praise!

[@SB-131]

Mark W I have never heard that one. I love it

[@michaelc3810]

Thanks for sharing. The Voice should know.

[@ernestconnell8087]

Mr. Sinatra had good taste.

[@randysanchez8188]

even john lennon and sir paul mcartney praises karens voice.

[@SB-131]

Randy Sanchez who wouldn’t? She seemed so humble about it too. Very charming. Katen and Richard both.

[@stevea3860]

Wow what an incredible challenge by Richard to take his already magnificent arrangements to another level. When I bought the CD I was so worried that Richard may have overwhelmed the purity of Karen's voice with depth and power of the Royal Philharmonic, but I should not have feared his brilliance as an arranger has not diminished. This is a masterpiece that has brought a new dimension and richness to the Carpenters music. Thank you again Richard for your brilliance, I am sure Karen is in heaven enjoying it too.

[@katherinehayes9110]

Beautiful arrangement by Richard Carpenter No one could have sung this like Karen-so missed

[@Julie-bb2lr]

Priceless treasure....first musician I expect to perform when I reach heaven. Made it heaven on Earth....brother and sister....team...impressive.

[@ProximaCentauri88]

I live in Asia and whenever I think of America, Karen's voice comes to my mind. Her voice is an intangible cultural heritage.

[@4ourty5ive]

Richard!! Love seeing him still be involved with the music, directing them all! This is touching. Love it.

[@mr.majestic3851]

Thank you Richard .

[@kenblecha8840]

Incredible vocal range. She was second to none.

[@georgeanthony7282]

There was no one quite like her. We all miss you very much, Karen.

[@mariarussell1861]

This gave me chill's she was a Beast on the drum's and sounded like an Angel when she sang and Richard he is a musical genius! RIP Karen

[@jeffkwells2003]

Sorry, there should be no apostrophes in 'chills' and 'drums'.

[@ronaldtikboy]

What a great music and collaboration with the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra. Love this. Karen Carpenter's voice still the most admirable for me.

[@WH2012]

Mesmerizing. She made men AND women fall in love with her equally, which continues to this day. PERFECTION.

[@fool4singing]

Their music was always timeless, and I'm so glad it's still being appreciated,..and always will.

[@fconsola]

Her voice always makes me cry

[@jasonabitria2353]

yeah.. me too..

[@fconsola]

@Lee Davenport Have some respect. She had a difficult life and still was able to perform.

[@LUCYDOG42]

@Lee Davenport Go listen to Brittany Spears while drinking a Bud Lite you tasteless twit.

[@DxModel219]

Looks like the conductor is sweating pretty bad to not mess it up @0:31 LOL

[@tracymathews4122]

Me too!

[@njade18]

Her VOICE. 😩 I will never get over how beautiful it is. Every song-every TONE…every thing. It’s so….*clear*.

[@TexasBob80]

Fell in love the first time to the music of the Carpenters....still remember what it felt like whenever I hear their music....

[@mikebtko]

That drummer sure could sing...

[@scottyh8494]

Wasn't she a brilliant drummer didn't miss a trick. Just amazing.

[@robertstirman1736]

mikebtko yes she could

[@LostMyMojo100]

Best comment!!! Karen would love it!!!

[@wayneduncan6383]

timothy jensen Hal Blaine, the “Johnny” of pop music drummers. The best there’s ever been.

[@GCSmith]

@@timothyjensen179 True, Blaine drummed on most of the early hit recordings. But Karen was drummer on all of the songs on the mega-hit "Now and Then" album, and on the Carpenters' two largest-selling world-wide hits, "Yesterday Once More" and "Please Mr Postman." Hal was the best but Karen was surely one of the greatest female drummers, and the pioneer for them.

[@iand8187]

i always find this song especially haunting out of all of her music because you can hear the powerful emotion in her voice. i heard that she even made a comment that this song was one of her hardest to sing along with “rainy days and mondays” and “i need to be in love”.

[@MrNcgy]

I grew up hearing The Carpenters but it's only recently that I've developed a serious admiration for their incomparable talent. It breaks my heart to learn that at the time of Karen's passing, so little was known about anorexia nervosa, that they just didn't know how to help her before it was too late. She truly was an amazing vocalist and musician, I'm so glad to have rediscovered this magical music. Thank you for posting this.

[@Richard13eraser]

I feel the same way David. Now 77 I look back at all this with sadness, appreciation and admiration for her talent. Plus she was beautiful.

[@maicimyoshikinewchannel5511]

Karen's singing voice is the most beautiful in the world. Carpenters will continue to shine!✨

[@jaygonzalez2153]

Back in 1972 a girlfriend introduced me to Karen Carpenter music and it haunts me to this day.

[@hanson2205]

Beautiful song from the Beautiful "Superstar". The words of this song are what her fans sing back to her now all these years later. We really love you ... yes we do.

[@lopemolina]

Extraordinary Karen and great orchestral arrangement by Richard !!

[@chascyr]

Karen's voice always resonates in my soul. Also, I love the oboe and french horns in this song, which is one of my all-time favorites.

[@richardshultis9626]

A one of a kind voice singing a beautiful song with the incredible production of her genius brother Richard Carpenter. It dont get no better than this, folks. A timeless masterpiece.....

[@jakew.5883]

Amazing song! RIP Karen, your fans love and miss you.

[@thereistheonlyone]

I held my tear Her angelic voice is so mesmerizing... Those days of 70's & early 80's lived again. ✨

[@luisalcala2671]

"LONELINESS IS SUCH A SAD AFFAIR" TRUE WORDS....TAKEN TO HEART !!!!!

[@billjenkins687]

Richard, you have used your wonderful talents to enhance even MORE (doesn't seem possible) your fabulous music. We are all very fortunate that you and Karen collaborated to create these beautiful melodies for all to cherish. Thank You.

[@souljamom1]

Absolute perfection! Karen you get the water works going every time! The most beautiful soul that sang on earth.