Vocal Coach REACTS- KAREN CARPENTER- (carpenters) -We've Only Just Begun

[@JohnBrady-sc7ww]

Her voice made you fall in love with her. The entire world mourned her passing.

[@Sd-cl6of]

You cannot teach someone, to sing like her. There will never be anyone like her again.

[@mauriceperigord4612]

Nobody can teach somebody be a divine genius like Karen

[@wndmountain]

I took vocal lessons from her coach, Vance Hayes. He took her death so hard. He was a kind man.

[@alfogel3298]

S d : Loved Karen.’s angelic voice. Bittersweet sad that her real life experience was so tragic. Now I’m going to treat all you Karen fans around the world to a vocalist who passed away recently but in my and Karen’s generation ( 1960s/70s I’m 74 years old) had a worldwide cult following and I consider her ( along with Karen) the most recognizable , pure, angelic voices. Her name Morgana King with a celestial heavenly ethereal voice, unique and mesmerizing. Just like Karen. When a song by her came over the radio, ( today Spotify , KZbin , etc) within the first 20 seconds ( Like Karen) you KNEW it was Morgana King and you stopped whatever you were doing to listen. Frank Sinatra called her the best female vocalist he ever heard. If I may so bold as to suggest you listen ( when you have a few moments) to the following 4 songs that will silence your mind and open the floodgates of your heart. 2 were created and posted by a “ Morgana fan” with remarkable imagery which enhanced the emotional impact!! And hope you add them to your playlist so that others may enjoy. Please KZbin “ Morgana King Happy Birthday 2017” ( 4:26 in duration). The song is called “ desert hush/I am a leaf” please be sure to click the 4:26 one ( the one with a photo of her with lyrics) and NOT the 4:25 or any of the others. “ Morgana King Prelude to a kiss” ( 3:49 duration) “Morgana King Lazy Afternoon” ) 3:48 duration with hauntingly beautiful imagery that enhances the already emotionally impactful Morgana rendition. And finally one more that is to this day her signature song about a lover that promised to return but never did. “ Morgana King sings a taste of honey” ( 5:17 duration). So pleased that the younger generation who I send these songs to are amazed and profusely thank me for turning them on to Morgana. Again, if you love Karen please take a few moments out of your day to listen to the unique angelic sound of Morgana. Her emotionally impactful voice will transport you to another world. I promise. R.I.P. Karen Carpenter & Morgana King All love, Al

[@quianawilliams4670]

Exactly!

[@edcampion3998]

So true

[@clydeb7713]

They called her one take Karen. She nailed it on the first take! Perfect pitch, rhythm, and delivery. Never to be replaced.

[@nostrilnick]

I'm a 56 year old man who grew up in the 70s listening to my parent's Carpenters albums. Her voice still brings a tear to my eye, I can't help it.

[@Dobbie73]

Absolutely, me too. Karen Carpenter (this song), Aretha Franklin (I Say A Little Prayer), and Dionne Warwick (Walk On By) are guaranteed to reduce me to a weepy mess. Amazing vocal artists all three

[@peterdelany9931]

I'm feeling ya bro. She was the Voice of the Heart.

[@markrogers6090]

A velvet voice that runs like honey over your soul. We miss you Karen.

[@djs3484]

Well said Mark, totally agree with you.

[@billybob-vy4sw]

I really do miss her as well

[@zx7-rr486]

Bad ass drummer too. She could shred a kit and sing like an angel. So damned talented.

[@johnmcfarlan3672]

Well said!!! Thank you!

[@nicolasocampo9953]

"the best female voice in the world: melodic, tuneful and distinctive." - Paul McCartney, on Karen Carpenter.

[@JS-Jms]

A lot of stars often complimented her. Frank Sinatra included.👍

[@Cosmic86x]

wholeheartedly agree with Paul 😊👍

[@GrahamsGO]

"Useless and irrelevant without Lennon" - Karen Carpenter, on Paul McCartney. Yes, I made it up, she never said that. Not publicly anyway.

[@Davey7358]

the greatest artists in the world gave her incredible praise. Elvis, John Lennon, and Ella Fitzgerald. Elton John. Dionne Warwick. Olivia Newton John. Petula Clark. Etc. She was in a league of her own.

[@jolnblinks1656]

There’s not just one great female voice, but many, which is a good thing. Joan Baez had an amazing voice, though her genre has fallen out of favor, she’s still active. Pat Benatar, Dolly Parton, Neko Case, Linda Ronstadt, and many more have fabulous voices.

[@sretePtraB]

Karen's voice is a warm blanket. Her story broke my heart.

[@tipoftheiceberg1793]

Same here Bart. She had the voice of am angel, but looked sad.... having watched the documentary and then watching these videos, it breaks my heart. What a troubled young beautiful woman. While suffering pain in her world she delivered such pleasures for ours. RIP Karen.

[@tammibasso558]

I love that phrase warm blanket. It fits her voice so well, a warm and comforting presence!! Absolutely beautiful!!

[@MandyAmsterdam]

Karen’s voice was the voice of an angel. Pure, real, clear. No autotune!

[@tomyoung9049]

always use 'angelic' to describe Karen's voice.

[@alfogel3298]

Mmm Mandy-020 Amsterdam :

[@shanehebert396]

Her and Alison Krauss... "When You Say Nothing At All" is great... especially love that they dressed up for that song's video.

[@pockynon]

She did not even sing initially - she just played the drums.

[@usafvet100]

@@pockynon There's a clip of her with Richard's band playing drums and singing "Dancing in the Streets," but her voice lacked that special tone yet. Richard tried her out on a tune with just the right key signature and the voice popped out of nowhere. "Holy cow, Karen, you've got something there! Sing that way from now on!"

[@susan9188]

You can actually hear every single word. Her singing was effortless. So, so sad what happened to her. The best female voice ever and I'm 67 so I've listened to plenty of vocalists.

[@williamevans9426]

It sounded effortless but lots of hard work went into that sound!

[@ApocGuy]

ann willson is great too, but not on par with Karen. Karen was trully an angel in human form

[@globaljetsetter]

A voice like no other. Her legacy endures. 💓

[@jessieball6195]

@@ApocGuy not even in the same universe-no one was.

[@xpusostomos]

I can think of a few female singers that have the voice of an angel.... But then I think... But they're still no Karen Carpenter

[@meandcaryn]

She had perfect pitch and was known as "One take Karen".

[@jimgoodpaster4852]

I had such a crush on her voice when a was a child. And age hasn't diminished the feelings I feel whenever I hear Karen Carpenter's voice.

[@ursafan40]

I had to hide my own puppy love from all my friends. "The Carpenters!!!! Uggghhh!!" I still believe she has the most perfect/comfortable/expressive tone in a human voice I've ever heard.

[@robertsleeth861]

Jim, same here. Her voice just melts me.

[@chaplainmattsanders4884]

Lol. Me too!

[@methos101]

Karen’s voice gives me chills all over my arms. When Karen did we lost one of the best vocalist of all time. We all miss you Karen ❤️.

[@BBBYpsi]

Her voice is the most relaxing voice ever. She was also known as when she recorded did it in one take. That is how remarkable she was.

[@Tony-5000]

Absolutely 👍 Everytime she comes on, I stop and listen. I can't help it. So calming and beautiful.

[@Earwaxfire909]

"Close to you" was released in the summer a year after the moon landing. To me it was a time when the world seemed to be filled with hope. As a 13 year old boy hearing that song for the first time was magical. She created a moment of optimistic love in my heart that I never experienced before. I miss her. I miss feeling that way.

[@patedmonson5834]

Me too 🙂

[@wallihaley5194]

Earwaxfire909, that’s a beautiful sentiment, thank you for sharing your thoughts.

[@terriaaseth3019]

I remember that summer!

[@fonsecorona]

You talking about 1970, and that was the year the Beatles split...I was 15 that year, and I had a serious, I mean serious crush on a girl in the neighborhood...But I couldn't even get close to her, cause she had a seventeen year old brother who happened to be the bully on the block....and there came 'Close To You' to make things even worse.. 😎

[@donbeck5109]

As a 7 old in 1977, I was mesmerized by her voice the first time I heard her on the radio. Still am, every time I hear that angelic voice. I had the biggest crush on her. My heart is still broken almost 40 years later.

[@Melbnolan]

The only singer Frank Sinatra would pay to watch perform.....says everything you need to know about Karen’s voice.

[@daystar4909]

Agreed!

[@byronharkey9166]

Nov.78 i watched Karen sing Merry Christmas Darling in their last public appearance at The Long Beach Terrace Theater which was so neat to see them sing this live!!!! And was their last live performance as a group! They did appear on tv that same year for a christmas program which was to highlight their latest christmas album.......

[@---Joy---]

@ Melbnolan Wow!!

[@tezzerii]

And I think not many more "modern" drummers got a compliment from Buddy Rich - but Karen did

[@limitinfinity]

No gimmicks, no auto tune, no doubt one of the greatest voices to ever grace the world!

[@richhawley4163]

limitinfinity no gimmicks, and (could be considered a gimmick) was the massive overdubbing. Love the sound. Classic, and immediately recognizable. Speaking of that, I have a short story for that. A couple years after Karen passed, (huge fan here) I was in a record store in Albuquerque just browsing. They had something playing over the speakers in the back are sore. All of a sudden, I heard this angelic sound, and recognized who it was immediately, and quietly went nuts. It was the album that Richard put out after her death which was a tribute to her. The Carpenter sound is unmistakable, and I went to purchase the album immediately. Was one of the moments of my life I will never forget

[@rickleblanc8900]

So many so-called "artists" today needing auto-tune to sound merely passable, it's a total joke. I await the inevitable "bitter old man" jokes !

[@somebeachtoo]

Correct Rich. The Carpenters used a stacked studio vocal. This was not a live performance. Few on TV were. I grew up in this era, and one of my favorites.

[@kathleensarachinsky1460]

And Richard was so young when he put together these arrangements. He was a genius

[@ckl5590]

Yep, and he’s the first person to remind everyone of that.

[@ellie1595]

Genious!

[@JS-Jms]

Absolutely. Gotta give him the credit also.

[@JS-Jms]

@@ckl5590 True. But why shouldnt he? He was half of the Carpenters.

[@JS-Jms]

@Larry Staples I agree. She had a phenomenal voice but it took the both of them.

[@tomski120]

Weird how Karens voice can caress your soul while breaking your heart

[@sarahkleckner9439]

Tyrone Tucker I cannot like this enough!

[@ginadehoyos2423]

Yes! I cry every time I hear her voice. Music has always been so important to me & no other singer has ever been able to touch my soul the way Karen Carpenter still does all these years later.

[@crescentmoonchild4031]

Beautifully said

[@gledwood9108]

Aye! You're not wrong there 😊.

[@Amadeus1066]

Wow, that is so well said!

[@leelewisesq]

I saw her live backstage in 1970 in Minot, ND... no words to describe the experience.

[@gvalley07]

Lucky You!

[@russellstone9056]

Karen was one of the most stunning pitch perfect singers of all time. Her notes were dead on. Decades before auto tune technology could make nearly anyone a virtuoso. ❤

[@markspin4596]

Not only was she a great singer, she was a bloody good drummer as well..

[@lincbond442]

Quite right, you're bloody well right.

[@luvstellauk]

@@lincbond442 You got a bloody right to say

[@albertweedsteinthethuggeni7797]

Bloody hell, she was better than John "beer belly" Bonham

[@BillyBogart]

While she could certainly play the drums or percussion and had good rhythm she never played on the albums. She played too softly so they used session musician Hal Blaine.

[@sherriebrand1771]

Paraphrasing Karen's own words where she stated that she's "not a singer who can drum... but, moreso a drummer who also sings." Guys: IF you haven't already seen it, check out Wings of Pegasus' Fil analysing her drumming (THREE Karens at once!) for a TV special, if I'm not mistaken. OMG was she AMAZING on the skins!! He (Fil) breaks down the story about what I (prolly) miss?quoted above. It's quite indepth and I loved it (AND) this!

[@arklowrockz]

Karen Carpenters voice was just premium, no other words. And Richard Carpenters harmony arrangements....just on another level

[@neilfitzsimmons1800]

Just wish modern day singers and wannabe stars take a look at Karen's technique. The Xfactor and the voice have definitely ruined it for unique voices. Everyone wants to be a Mariah Cary or Celione Dion. The best vocalists actually connect with the listener, not deafens them....

[@MikeGarland22]

Known as "One take Karen" for a reason! One of the greatest for sure.

[@alicehenderson6630]

Yes she had that effect on people, 😢 miss her, she didn't get the help she needed & deserved, RIP Karen- we still love you.

[@michaelskywalker3089]

Karen Carpenter treated her voice like a fine instrument and molded it to clearly communicate in perfect synchronization with the music. There was rarely any unnecessary vibrato tremolo or trills that would be detract from the musicality or versing of the song. Also, her brother's musical talent and vocal harmonies match the creative and performative brilliance of her sister. Karen seems to have had either perfect pitch or very good relative pitch. She also had a perfect sense of rhythm and excellent coordination in mind and body. The bottom line for me however is that she was able to effectively convey the proper emotional mood in a story/song purely through her musical genius.

[@peacefulpossum2438]

This song was played at virtually every wedding in the ‘70s, and The Carpenters were considered a little square. We didn’t know what we had. The vocals and arrangements were better than anything you hear on the radio today.

[@kerriethompson2073]

It was my parents’ wedding song back in 1972.

[@kenhutchingame2606]

Maybe square, but almost everyone's secret guilty pleasure of my generation.

[@user-ed1mj5zk6f]

karen had the best voice I've ever heard, clean, no air.

[@TheFMusician]

The Carpenter's harmonies have always been incredible. Karen is also one BAD ASS DRUMMER!!

[@rva]

Ah yeah forgot to mention that! Stan her

[@TheFMusician]

The song Yesterday Once More from the album 'Now and Then' is one of my favorites. Worth a listen Miss Rebecca.

[@sullneeim4314]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/qZWrqq19jaZ9hsk

[@jamiegardner5879]

Impeccable timing! She was a fantastic drummer. Good call

[@JuanGarnicaVera]

I adore the drums in this song btw. It is a soft song but the drums killed in every moment

[@wibli]

If mother nature had a voice, this would be it.

[@debhuntley9384]

Perfect way to describe her voice ❤️

[@IndianOutlaw1870]

This song has aged so very well. 53 years. Hard to believe.

[@tinagiordanella3212]

Karen's voice is like a warm, comforting blanket. It invites you in and wraps around you perfectly. This music was so long before my time, but I feel such a strong connection to it. I get literal goosebumps whenever I listen to the Carpenters and watch their videos on KZbin.

[@jacquelinerussell8530]

KAREN Carpenters voice was one of a kind And comes once in a lifetime. There will never be another in my lifetime and I'm 57 years young 👍🙏🥺😊🤩😎

[@JaniceLDN]

Ditto. I am 57. I first heard Karen's beautiful mesmerising voice before I was a teenager. Her voice moved me as a child It's beauty still touches me today

[@Haramyst]

I'm 55 and STILL in love with her from when I was a kid. That said, I may agree that Karen was the greatest, but not enough people remember the STAGGERING beauty of the voice of Marilyn McCoo. Omg do you remember Wedding Bell Blues? Easily Karen Carpenter level, she is certainly a very close second in my estimation. She needs to get much more respect and recognition from today's generation. Indeed, no one like those two, ever again.

[@gunnar838]

almost 60 sister, poehh, getting old

[@mthomasy]

59 here, and I've loved her voice since I first heard her in elementary school. And hearing the beauty she expresses never fails to bring a tear. Or two. RIP, Karen.

[@1125Mig]

I’m 57 as well, and all these years have been Karen Carpenter, then everyone else. However, there is a young singer that I think may join Karen at the top and her name is Angelina Jordan. So to me now is those two, then everybody else.

[@Duncan_Idaho_Potato]

My mother once told me that, when I was a baby, whenever I'd start crying or get a little "fussy" she could put on Karen Carpenter singing pretty much anything and I would calm right down. I'm not sure how foolproof that remedy actually was, but I can believe it because I've continued to adore Karen's voice throughout my life and to this very day. It's like a sonic antidepressant, even when she's singing a sad song.

[@christina7774]

Awe that such a beautiful 💓 thing🤱🎶and I agree her music is great medicine to help us cope within 😊

[@johncooksey79]

Here is a baby that really focused on a song that Karen did. kzbin.info/www/bejne/mHbImq2XjM-Xjtmcttps://kzbin.info/www/bejne/mHbImq2XjM-Xjtk

[@chriscuster2009]

Prog, thank you for your memory, which are uncanny re Karen Carpenter. I myself can remember many times wishing Karen were my mother. Karen had the warmest voice I've ever heard. It is incredibly rewarding whenever I hear a song expert explaining the art and discipline in Karen Carpenter's gift. Thanks again.

[@nevernow7527]

Her voice is super soothing, it calms me when I hear it

[@stevetournay3731]

"A sonic antidepressant"...I like that...

[@skybluepink998]

I heard an interview with someone in her inner circle that stated he NEVER heard her sing a note off key/pitch etc... Such a gift. Her story was so sad though.

[@MIB80]

I heard people called her One take Karen

[@joemacinnis1972]

Yessss, they called her 1 take Karen

[@keithstarkey5584]

It's good to see Karen recognized as one of those rare gems that doesn't just shine but floods the soul with all its light.

[@VVilla-zh5mw]

2:18 _"she has the best Voices ever"_ well I read somewhere that Michael Jackson consider Karen Carpenter as the BEST Vocalist she has the Best Vocals in Music industry , she's one of his Favorite singer.

[@linzirainbow6577]

Karen Carpenter was the epitome of somebody who made their craft appear effortless and easy without any strain and a voice that was beautifully pure

[@theangrymob9167]

Your body swaying and head bobbing that suddenly came to an abrupt stop when Karen began to sing. As a lifelong metalhead who headbanged his way through Zeppelin, Sabbath, Maiden, Metallica and more, that’s exactly what I did when I head her for the 1st time. It’s transcendent.

[@ApocGuy]

they say that (us) metalheads dont recognize good song or singer. how wrong they are ;) .

[@mdr1641]

I was in high school when i first heard the Carpenters. Her voice was so beautiful, it would make you cry. If you ever heard her, you would NEVER forget her voice. There has never been anyone like her.

[@thedocofrock1890]

one of the loveliest voices to ever grace our planet-rip karen- i think that my favorite song is 'for all we know' the harmonization in that is simply stunning- it's kinda weird cuz i'm a 66 year old bass player who grew up with the best music there was and thought the carpenters were corny at the time-we were into led zep,jethro tull,allman bros,etc. but about 10 years later listened carefully and said wow! that is the voice of an angel! funny what time does to make you appreciate things you didn't see at the time-thanks for the reaction.they used to call her 'one take karen' cuz most of the time that's all it took

[@crystalthomashKC]

Dr. Frenier For All We Know is one of my favorites too. I also love All of My Life.

[@thedocofrock1890]

@Kristine Pinky Munar yeah my favorite by far but only one complaint - it's too short. i could have used 2 or 3 more verses!

[@Isleofskye]

For All We Know is one of few songs I have heard over my 66 years that has TWO brilliant versions.....The Carpenters and Shirley Bassey :)

[@wallihaley5194]

Dr. Frenier, so well said! Thank you.

[@thedocofrock1890]

@@Isleofskye shirley bassey ! you mean goldfinger shirley ? wow i never knew but i'm gonna check it out right now. thanks

[@llcoolj3778]

So effortless for her. It was like breathing. Same for Richard with the harmonies, composing and writing. Truly a gifted family.

[@richh650]

Karen Carpenter had simply the greatest voice ever on radio!

[@krosa2471]

Love the Carpenters. Karen’s voice was so stunning. She died way too young.

[@johnnyholland8765]

I am 61 years old and still in love.......... "She has one of the best voices EVER" I so agree.

[@theteadrinker-143]

Me too

[@AsifKhan-ju4ld]

2:19 "She has one of the best voices ever". Enough said. X

[@alfogel3298]

Asif Khan : Loved Karen.’s angelic voice. Bittersweet sad that her real life experience was so tragic. Now I’m going to treat all you Karen fans around the world to a vocalist who passed away recently but in my and Karen’s generation ( 1960s/70s I’m 74 years old) had a worldwide cult following and I consider her ( along with Karen) the most recognizable , pure, angelic voices. Her name Morgana King with a celestial heavenly ethereal voice, unique and mesmerizing. Just like Karen. When a song by her came over the radio, ( today Spotify , KZbin , etc) within the first 20 seconds ( Like Karen) you KNEW it was Morgana King and you stopped whatever you were doing to listen. Frank Sinatra called her the best female vocalist he ever heard. If I may so bold as to suggest you listen ( when you have a few moments) to the following 4 songs that will silence your mind and open the floodgates of your heart. 2 were created and posted by a “ Morgana fan” with remarkable imagery which enhanced the emotional impact!! And hope you add them to your playlist so that others may enjoy. Please KZbin “ Morgana King Happy Birthday 2017” ( 4:26 in duration). The song is called “ desert hush/I am a leaf” please be sure to click the 4:26 one ( the one with a photo of her with lyrics) and NOT the 4:25 or any of the others. “ Morgana King Prelude to a kiss” ( 3:49 duration) “Morgana King Lazy Afternoon” ) 3:48 duration with hauntingly beautiful imagery that enhances the already emotionally impactful Morgana rendition. And finally one more that is to this day her signature song about a lover that promised to return but never did. “ Morgana King sings a taste of honey” ( 5:17 duration). So pleased that the younger generation who I send these songs to are amazed and profusely thank me for turning them on to Morgana. Again, if you love Karen please take a few moments out of your day to listen to the unique angelic sound of Morgana. Her emotionally impactful voice will transport you to another world. I promise. R.I.P. Karen Carpenter & Morgana King All love, Al

[@AsifKhan-ju4ld]

al fogel Thank you, I'd never heard of her. Beautiful indeed.

[@jeffmorse645]

The Carpenters were just an amazing group. Karen's voice was beyond compare - so warm, rich yet vulnerable. Richard is a great musician and arranger plus the studio musicians were top notch.

[@jamesdrynan]

It must be said that Richard's arrangements were amazing. A solid framework for Karen's spectacular voice to dance upon. I love your reaction at 1:14 when those distinctive harmonies wash over you! Hal Blaine's drumming is kickass, especially in the bridge. Karen used her lower register a lot, saying, " The money's in the basement. " I particularly like how Richard chose to end on C# instead of the dominant A chord. Brilliant!

[@IterImpiusnp]

The voice of Karen Carpenter: Best there is, best there was, best there ever will be

[@allenfurlanhair3803]

Imagine that, a great singer that doesn’t scream like on American idol or the voice....

[@michaelwhite2600]

Allen Furlan I totally agree!! Now everyone tries to scream alike . That is not singing . It’s a coverup for lack of talent. Karen would probably be voted off American Idol because she wouldn’t scream and you could understand the lyrics.

[@spiritmatter1553]

And has her own natural teeth and did anyone notice how little skin she's showing? Phenomenal talent.

[@jasonlove7061]

They'd say her voice is boring.

[@Wiley_Coyote]

Is that a slam on Kelly Clarkson?

[@allenfurlanhair3803]

@@Wiley_Coyote no way! But there are some.... just not a fan of that type of singing.....just saying voices like that have no chance.....like comparing Dionne Warwick to Aretha Franklin......

[@karend169]

Beyond being a beautiful song, sung by Karen Carpenter, who is flawless, this song was everyone's song for their wedding, back in the 70's

[@kayelle8005]

karend169 this song was used for a bank commercial in Australia so the wedding connection always seemed a bit odd

[@darroncharlesworth6980]

Yes Karen was an amazing voice. Possibly one of the best vocalists every but you can't take anything away from brother Richards production and arrangements.

[@evertvanderhik5774]

Indeed, and he was a brilliant pianist also who can play even jazz

[@jessieball6195]

Not ONE of the best-THE best.

[@crashcorrigan9733]

Once in a lifetime, God produces a voice like Karen Carpenter's. Good times.

[@returnofthemac8179]

I get tears in my eyes listening to her sing especially realizing that she left this world at such a young age. Beautiful voice.

[@kevinkline7242]

Karen Carpenter played more drums earlier in her career before someone realized they had the best voice on the planet and they needed to put her out front.

[@carl_anderson9315]

“Like honey, like liquid...” that was the metaphor I used once to describe Minnie Ripperton’s and Karen Carpenter’s voices. Crystalline, clear, sweet, warm, like amber, like drops of honey...

[@chaplainmattsanders4884]

Carlos Arias. Ya! Well put, both of them!!

[@chuckbuckbobuck]

Both of them died way, way too early which denied their fans possibly many more great songs to listen to!

[@TroysPop]

Compare this to today when every singer is prompted to bring attention to him/herself by using an array of vocal gymnastics, regardless of whether the song calls for it or not. This was pure, honest singing. Pitch perfect.

[@lamdao1242]

Agreed. No Histrionics, low key drama. Very real.

[@agumperz]

That is absolute truth.

[@jimpowell1802]

Your smile at 6:09 is what I feel during every one of the Carpenters songs. I've been listening to them since Close to You came out.

[@lisamontoni6421]

The Salient POINT: She didn't NEED anything to enhance her voice! Duh! Nor did Richard. It took both of them. They each had their part in the music.

[@bigdawgz4530]

The one without the other would be lessened...Richard's brilliance at arrangements/composing wouldn't have been the same without Karen's voice & Karen's voice would have suffered without Richard's arrangements. Neither could have existed without the other. A truly symbiotic relationship.

[@r.blakehole932]

Lisa Montoni Yes. I think Richard gets a truly bad rap in Karen's death. It was his drive and musical arrangements which are behind our appreciation of Karen's voice these days. And, back then neither I nor Richard had really heard of, nor understood Anorexia Nervosa. I was a fan of the Carpenters AND I was literally astonished when I understood from news reports that she had literally starved herself to death. In a country with food everywhere....such did not compute with me. I understand a bit more today but....back then????

[@OFF2CTHEWIZARDOFOZ]

Karen Carpenter’s voice is pitch perfect purity! Absolutely one of the best female vocalist EVER! ❤️🌟

[@9111logic]

The absolute number one female voice, excellent gentle and moderately high frequency vibrato - best ever for my years

[@WHATTHEBUCKSHOW]

You are wonderful. She is my all time fave. ❤️

[@rva]

Thanks honey bee 🎵💜

[@bobbymoore5759]

That voice was not of this world!!! Feel it in your soul. So sad she left us so soon.

[@Hope-wd7wx]

Yes, she is so special.

[@hitobito1]

Karen Carpenter has the sweetest, most melodic voice ever! I have every song she recorded! She was taken too soon but her music will last forever!

[@elliepaige5514]

This me brings me back to my youth. My father loved the Carpenters and it took me a few years to truly appreciate the mastery in her voice, it just draws you in and makes you smile. I also love the harmonies and there have been many artists whose catalog consists of brilliant harmonies: the Beach Boys, the Bee Gees, Earth Wind and Fire, the Eagles stand out the most for me.

[@rkenseth]

Not even my style of music, but I know I've never heard a more beautiful voice.

[@arryharry]

So glad you did this one, Rebecca. Karen Carpenter has the purest, most wholesome voice I've ever heard in any singing artist. She has such an effortless tone and pace and range, it's simply incredible. I recall watching the 3 part tv series about her struggles years ago, this endeared me to her and her family even more. Just, iconic, understated and hugely underrated.

[@alfogel3298]

arryharry : Loved Karen.’s angelic voice. Bit Now I’m going to treat all you Billie Eilish fans around the world to a vocalist who passed away recently but in my generation ( 1960s ... I’m 74 years old) had a small but worldwide cult following and I consider her the “ Billie Eilish of the 1960s.” Her name Morgana King with a celestial heavenly ethereal voice, unique and mesmerizing. Just like Billie. When a song by her came over the radio, ( today Spotify , KZbin , etc) within the first 30 seconds ( Like Billie Eilish today) you KNEW it was Morgana King and you stopped whatever you were doing to listen. Frank Sinatra called her the best female vocalist he ever heard. If I may so bold as to suggest you listen ( when you have a few moments) to the following 4 songs that will silence your mind and open the floodgate of your heart. 2 were created and posted by a “ Morgana fan” with remarkable imagery which enhanced the emotional impact!! And hope you add them to your playlist so that others may enjoy. Please KZbin “ Morgana King Happy Birthday 2017” ( 4:26 in duration). The song is called “ desert hush/I am a leaf” please be sure to click the 4:26 one ( the one with a photo of her with lyrics) and NOT the 4:25 or any of the others. “ Morgana King Prelude to a kiss” ( 3:49 duration) “Morgana King Lazy Afternoon” ) 3:48 duration with hauntingly beautiful imagery that enhances the already emotionally impactful Morgana rendition. And finally one more that is to this day her signature song about a lover that promised to return but never did. “ Morgana King sings a taste of honey” ( 5:17 duration). So pleased that the younger generation who I send these songs to are amazed and profusely thank me for turning them on to the “ Billie Eilish of the 1960s” Again, if you love Billie , please take a few moments out of your day to listen to the unique angelic sound of Morgana. Her emotionally impactful voice will transport you to another world. I promise. R.I.P. Morgana King tersweet sad that her real life experience was so tragic. Now I’m going to treat all you Karen fans around the world to a vocalist who passed away recently but in my and Karen’s generation ( 1960s/70s I’m 74 years old) had a worldwide cult following and I consider her ( along with Karen) the most recognizable , pure, angelic voices. Her name Morgana King with a celestial heavenly ethereal voice, unique and mesmerizing. Just like Karen. When a song by her came over the radio, ( today Spotify , KZbin , etc) within the first 20 seconds ( Like Karen) you KNEW it was Morgana King and you stopped whatever you were doing to listen. Frank Sinatra called her the best female vocalist he ever heard. If I may so bold as to suggest you listen ( when you have a few moments) to the following 4 songs that will silence your mind and open the floodgates of your heart. 2 were created and posted by a “ Morgana fan” with remarkable imagery which enhanced the emotional impact!! And hope you add them to your playlist so that others may enjoy. Please KZbin “ Morgana King Happy Birthday 2017” ( 4:26 in duration). The song is called “ desert hush/I am a leaf” please be sure to click the 4:26 one ( the one with a photo of her with lyrics) and NOT the 4:25 or any of the others. “ Morgana King Prelude to a kiss” ( 3:49 duration) “Morgana King Lazy Afternoon” ) 3:48 duration with hauntingly beautiful imagery that enhances the already emotionally impactful Morgana rendition. And finally one more that is to this day her signature song about a lover that promised to return but never did. “ Morgana King sings a taste of honey” ( 5:17 duration). So pleased that the younger generation who I send these songs to are amazed and profusely thank me for turning them on to Morgana. Again, if you love Karen please take a few moments out of your day to listen to the unique angelic sound of Morgana. Her emotionally impactful voice will transport you to another world. I promise. R.I.P. Karen Carpenter & Morgana King All love, Al

[@danielcanoy5803]

Don't cry because she was gone. Smile because she was here.

[@JohnnyFuturePast]

I have just tremendous respect for the Carpenters and I’m so glad I’ve re-discovered them in my mid-age! I grew up with them when I was very young but now I can truly appreciate her melodious honey voice...💛

[@lisaharrison1031]

I was a HUGE Carpenters fan in the early 70’s. Karen had the voice of an angel. Truly magical. I still remember where I was & what I was doing when the news broke that she had passed away from heart failure. I had just had my first son & I broke down in tears. Everybody could see she was getting skinnier and skinnier from one TV appearance to the next but no one could save her. To this day I feel her loss very deeply. I am in my 60’s now and I often wonder how much more beautiful music she would have made if she had lived. She was also a kick-ass drummer. Thank you Karen. 💖

[@KenChawkin]

She thought of herself as a drummer who sang. At one point she was voted the best drummer in the world.

[@JohnSmith-mk8hz]

Autotune is jealous of Karen's voice.

[@jamessutton4819]

Totally right!

[@chrisphillips2134]

Then add that Richard and Karen multitrack themselves for the background vocals only intensifies that sound.

[@tlhuffman]

@@jamessutton4819 Totally lip-synced.

[@rc_cinematography7652]

@@tlhuffman Yes, but Karen nailed these songs on the first take, so yeah, she could sing live just like that.

[@Nothing-zw3yd]

To illustrate how great she was, she actually doubled her vocals during some parts (mainly where the beat picks up, you can hear the difference), meaning she recorded one track, then did it again alongside the first one on a separate track, same notes. That's how you get that sound, it's not an electronic effect. She sang each track flawlessly, the exact same both times and that's extremely difficult to do. The only other person I've heard of that could do that so closely was Freddie Mercury.

[@2thePtBassTuT]

Karen's voice has an odd way of causing fluid to drip out of my eyes... :^)

[@anthonyfieldhouse9691]

She may be gone but her amazing voice will be listened to for ever. The best female singer ever.

[@RootBeerFlavored]

The first guy is ROCKIN' that tambourine !!

[@salsaucedo]

Hello dear Rebecca, growing up in the late 60's and the 70's to this style of pop songs was glorious, today's songs don't even come close to what was there in the yesteryear. We didn't have FM or stereo, we had AM and mono sounds and it was still wonderful. During those times "The Carpenters" were always on the radio and we never got tired of listening to those beautiful songs by the beautiful voice of Karen Carpenter. I am almost certain that she influenced many other singers to do the same as she did because there were a lot of wonderful songs in that time, decade and era. Thank you so much for reacting to one of the best singers we had back then, even today she is loved by many young persons because as you said"Velvety and liquid" voice that she had.

[@legalncounter1]

Her voice is a mixture of velvet and silk. Like a warm soft hug.

[@teamcougars]

This was my husband and my wedding song. There will never be another such as pure as Karen’s again Her talent was such a gift to those who listen to her sing.

[@JoeSmith-ey2xp]

I've had a crush on Karen for 50 years.

[@billybob-vy4sw]

I love the carpenters and when I saw a vocal coach reacting to Karen Carpenter -- the first I thought was vocal coaches already know she fantastic !

[@reberuth2335]

She always paints beautiful pictures with her voice.....no one like her....

[@laramulki7075]

Rebecca, yes she does have one of the best voices ever!! And to think that she didn’t want to sing at all she just wanted to play the drums!! I’m only 26 but I grew up listening to the Carpenters because my parents love them!! And I remember them saying that her voice was simply perfect!! Love your Chanel 💕

[@Mycroftsbrother]

Richard was an AWESOME arranger and musician in his own right.

[@sanseiryu]

My man working that tam-tamborine! My high school years! Our Senior year song!

[@rosannarivero2863]

The sound engineers nicknamed her “one take Karen”.

[@jamiegardner5879]

One of my all time favorite female vocalists. I shaped my vocals by singing the Carpenter's and yes her vocals cause all kinds of emotions and the inability to refrain from singing along! So glad I found your channel. I Look forward to sending you some singing!

[@robinmoore4994]

Pure voice.

[@baxter326]

Amazing that she saw herself as a drummer before a singer.

[@fretbuzz59]

She was a drummer first.

[@hotdogwater7037]

have you heard her drumming? check out her pre-carpenters jazz drumming. unbelievable

[@fretbuzz59]

@Don Schmidt Yes, she was a good drummer. But, Hal Blaine played drums on most of their recordings. She didn't have the studio experience which could mean that her time wasn't as good (steady) as Hal's, or that he was better at coming up with parts more quickly than she could.

[@Payne2view]

I think when they recorded the vocal layers they took the same ochestration approach that would normally be taken to strings. It is true about her voice and singing style that when she sang such things as "I'll say goodbye to love" she actually was feeling it. Not many can pull-off sincerity and believablity in their performance. She could. So sad her life went so wrong.

[@robinmoore4994]

I think ABBA also recorded that song. I like Karen's take better. Although, as I've aged I appreciate the vocals and the layering of a sort of "wall of sound" (like Phil's) of ABBA.

[@Payne2view]

@@robinmoore4994 Not on any of their albums they didn't. There are similar songs by ABBA like "My love my life" and "I've been waiting for you" but not that one.

[@robinmoore4994]

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[@lindaackerman3507]

Karen's voice puts you in another dimension, it's like your in a heavenly state of mind when she sings.....I honestly feel angels around when she sings,...love you Karen 😘

[@markr.devereux3385]

It's hard to play any other non carpenter music for a period of time you have to let the effect wear off gradually. Strange but true for me. I guess nostalgia is the correct word sorta like the 1940s when the world was falling apart but in America music was like a golden tint that was powerful and in the air. Before television before social media emotions dwelled close to the surface in movies musicals local choirs community dances. My father remarked it was inescapable it was easy to believe this magic dust was real. The 70s CARPENTERS brought it to the television screen and 45 yrs later the magic is still there

[@ceretomer5987]

Her voice!! Like liquid gold pouring over your soul.

[@iAncientOne]

After all these years, she still gives me goosebumps.

[@santomon07]

What’s so sad is how little credit her brother Richard gets when we talk about the Carpenters.... who do think arranged those perfect harmonies and sang them? He was the Brian Wilson of the Carpenters... he arranged all their songs and was the driving force... she was in awe of him despite her ridiculous raw talent both singing and also edging out John Bonham for Rolling Stones top rock drummer for 1979... Bonham was not amused lol

[@santomon07]

Ellis K uh I’ve seen a couple of interviews with him and he spoke very fondly of her... I didn’t say he should get most the credit but he is hardly mentioned most the time and we wouldn’t probably have ever heard of her if it weren’t for him... it took a lot of work getting discovered .... I focus mainly on her but I can’t help but also notice his talent... both were crazy talented ... I have especially high esteem for her because she was also a highly skilled musician not just a singer

[@JS-Jms]

Absolutey true. He was the talent and brains behind her voice. He figured out the best arrangements and keys to bring out her awesome and distinct voice.👍

[@marthapetty1008]

I always thought they were close siblings & they both did amazing job singing

[@JS-Jms]

@@marthapetty1008 Agree

[@santomon07]

Martha Petty yes they were she apparently worshipped him ❤️

[@awsumsum]

The Carpenters were the whole package. Starting with Karen's voice, so pristine, unique and effortless. Her brother was the master of arrangement. The harmonies were timeless! They sound so good - they completely support Karen, yet Karen's voice cuts through perfectly. Awesome stuff! I just wish today's popular musicians were as talented.

[@phillipavalon9659]

Karen Carpenter, angelic, thanks for sharing. Absolutely stunning.

[@someguyonli]

This video made me smile. Thank you for that.

[@shelbysmama4974]

Karen's voice was soooooooo velvety smooth. Try as I may, I can't think of another female voice that comes even close . And you're so right, Rebecca. Listening to her sing really does take me back in time.

[@rossstat6003]

I feel so much love for Karen such a class act and such a tragic story 💔

[@mikehopkins666]

Beautiful voice, Karen Carpenter was amazing, reminds me of my youth, my parents listened to the Carpenters

[@Lloyd1885]

If you ever wondered what an angel sounded like, now you know...

[@branon6565]

The most adorable smile and reaction you'll see in any video on any social media platform starts @1:39....she's genuinely happy, and it's a wonderful thing to see....😊🤗

[@SWillibr]

When I die, Heaven will be Karen singing for all eternity...

[@23skidoo46]

wow, it's about time some Karen love. She's only got the most beautiful voice ever.

[@fescasany]

The best female voice of all time. Unmatched for her tone, warmth and vocal range. As of today, October 5, 2023, Richard Carpenter is working on a new studio album. This album will be her first solo recording since 1987's "Time Out of Mind." Carpenter has been working on the album for several years, and has been searching for a vocalist who can fill the void left by her sister Karen, who died in 1983. In an interview with Billboard in 2022, Carpenter said that the album will have a sound similar to that of the Carpenters, but that it will also be an evolution of his sound. "It's still soft rock, but it's a little more modern," Carpenter said. "There's also a bit of experimentation." Carpenter has not yet announced a release date for the album, but has said that he hopes it will be released in 2024. In addition to his work on the new album, Carpenter is also working on a documentary about the life and career of the Carpenters. The documentary, which is being produced by the company "Greenwich Entertainment", will be released in 2024. Carpenter also continues to tour and give concerts. In 2023, he toured the United States with singer-songwriter Michael Feinstein. ---------------------------------------------------------------------- La mejor voz femenina de todos los tiempos. Inigualable por su tono, calidez y rango vocal. A fecha de hoy 5 de Octubre de 2023, Richard Carpenter está trabajando en un nuevo álbum de estudio. Este álbum será su primer trabajo discográfico en solitario desde "Time Out of Mind" de 1987. Carpenter ha estado trabajando en el álbum durante varios años, y ha estado buscando una vocalista que pueda llenar el vacío dejado por su hermana Karen, quien murió en 1983. En una entrevista con el medio "Billboard" en 2022, Carpenter dijo que el álbum tendrá un sonido similar al de los Carpenters, pero que también será una evolución de su sonido. "Todavía es soft rock, pero es un poco más moderno", dijo Carpenter. "También hay un poco de experimentación". Carpenter aún no ha anunciado una fecha de lanzamiento para el álbum, pero ha dicho que espera que salga a la venta en 2024. Además de su trabajo en el nuevo álbum, Carpenter también está trabajando en un documental sobre la vida y la carrera de los Carpenters. El documental, que está siendo producido por la compañía "Greenwich Entertainment", se estrenará en 2024. Carpenter también continúa realizando giras y dando conciertos. En 2023, realizó una gira por los Estados Unidos con el cantante y compositor Michael Feinstein.

[@mthomasy]

If you get a chance, listen to her on an isolated vocal track. You will be absolutely blown away. Her diction and her intonation were flawless.

[@jimwilliams4088]

Growing up, I was in love with her!! 😍😘