Me too YounGun66. Get's me going every tme. My husband was overseas at the time this came out and I was pregnant. Brings back so many memories. Thanks for posting this.
I feel sorry for anyone who thinks that this can be topped, it has got to be the nearest thing to musical perfection there can possibly be. What a song, what an arrangement, what a singer ! No one could ever categorize them, they were just " The Carpenters "
Long ago but not so far away I fell in love with her.......So many of did..........aw we wathced and dreamed and thought she would come back again someday maybe..........
To Respond to an earlier comment. Randy Schmidt & I are all good as far as I'm concerned, we can be friends, I could actually add many chapters to the book (Little Girl Blue) HOWEVER, that's really the only area we differ, if I didn't get blessings from RC to do a book I wouldn't. That's just me. We all share the Love for Karen, in different ways, some as fans, some as friends, & some as family & I would like to believe Randy does as well. Little Girl Blue is 100% accurate no question about it!
Karen, how sad you never felt the love that your voice inspired... I've often wished I could have shared your music with you but alas, we would never have met anyway. Yet, your voice continues to haunt my memory. Richard, you gave her your soul, let her be the star... and I know you died when she died. Thank you from my heart for letting us remember.
Few teenagers in the 1970s would admit to liking the Carpenters but, as an "AM girl," I loved them and still do. This song, in my opinion, was one of the best they ever recorded. Karen was one of the best female vocalists ever. Richard put the group together, wrote a lot of the songs, orchestrated all the arrangements (sometimes he didn't get credit for it) and Karen was an excellent drummer--she considered her singing talent a bonus. But it was her vocals that sold the records. RIP Karen.
@wlhardy That happened with Abba too. It was "not done" to like that music. I did. And I absolutely loved the Carpenters. I was sooo devastated when she died!!
@wlhardy You got that right YongGun66! The other thing, back in the day you couldn't tell if it was "live or memorex" No bending or blending in the studio like the today so called artists that need to lip-sync on stage. Are you listening Miley and Britney?
This is one of the finest voices in the business. Another one is Cher. The difference though is night and day. I've thought Cher has the one of the richest voices. Full of harmonics and other vocal artifacts etc that make it so. Karen's voice is pure and utterly clean; the other end of the scale. As pure as a lead glass crystal..
If Richard decides that he wants to release any additional Carpenters Christmas music to the public,it's up to Richard. Same thing holds true with all of the Carpenter specials for DVD purchase. Richards a Husband, a Dad who has very talented children, perhaps the next generation of Carpenters I think so. Rich can do his music now under his own terms & enjoy the fruits of his Labor. Do check out "Christmas turned Blue" "December Morn"& "Together at Christmas Again" (warning can bring on tears)
@Disordercontrol You have no clue about voices OR love. Its sad. I hope someday when u r a big boy, you will have more adult experiences. Then maybe u will understand
Ok....Grew up on 60's/70's music, been a true metal head since 1980 and here it is 6:50 am and i'm listening to Karen with tears in my eyes. NO ONE comes close to Karen when they sing
God I love this woman, the voice of an angel! people 100 years from now will still be listening to Karen, her voice is timeless and ageless! THAT is the sign of a true artist.
This is the song they used to open their concerts with,plenty of time in the musical intro to come out take a bow, but an absolute bear of a song to open a show up with night after night let me tell you. Karen could sing anything, at any range. There's a new generation of talented Carpenters now & I know Richard will guide them in the right direction carreer wise. Aunt Karen I know will be watching proudly from above. GB KC
With the Holidays here, do check out The Carpenters Christmas music. This was some of the finest Christmas music ever recorded. I also want to thank everyone for your support of my channel & those who have subscribe, It's a tribute Channel for Karen along with inspirational video's & other music. So stop by Subscribe if you like, but most of all enjoy. Happy Holidays to all! :-)
@snacks123 I've been split on who's version is the best for years. I think it depends on what mood I'm in. I love Karen's clarity of voice and the fact that she just sings the song without any extras. But when I need some soulful deliverance Luther is unbeatable. However, Whitney Houston did a very impromptu acapella version in 2004 after Luther had his stroke. I have a feeling hers would've been my favourite if she had recorded it. Cut & paste: Superstar(Until You Come Back) live in Hong Kong
@eugene1 Just my opinion Eugene, but no one could sing this better than Karen Carpenter. I am biased because I think Karen Carpenter had the absolute best voice in modern day pop history. No one in my mind has ever come close. As far as Whitney Houston goes, I never liked her. She had abilities, but she would oversing songs to me and she would use the vocal acrobatics and screaming sometime. Now it is just moot because the woman has completely ruined any voice she had by her drug abuse,
@Purple1984Rain I agree totally purple. I do like Celine Dion out of that lot, but I never was a fan of Mariah or Whitney. I have spent my whole life being a pop music buff and somewhat of a historian so I have heard lots of people and songs in my life and Karen Carpenter just is in a league of her own. She is also one of the few people who can sing flawless live. You can't even tell the difference! I just wish music would turn back to a place where songs had a melody and were memorable.
@Purple1984Rain I have to disagree. Luther's version is better, way better. Its more heart breaking, musically lush, haughting and of course soulful. Luther took the song and made it his own. He even added to it. The "Until You Come Back To Me" part was genius.
@enmaxus Many singers have recorded this song but Karen Carpenter sang the definitive version & the Carpenters were the only ones to make it a famous hit record. That says a lot about who most people think does the best version. Luther Vandross's slow whiny R&B version only appealed to a small group when he released it as a single. It bombed,peaking at only #87 on Billboard charts while the Carpenters' version peaked at #2.
@JimmyPorsche Look now, I did not insult Karens vocals although I love the Carpenters music and I love Karens version. Luthers version peaked at #3 on the R&B charts. Karens version simple yet beautiful. Luthers version soulful. LOL@ "slow, whiney." I see you have had your bowl of Hate cereal...lol! However, Im not hear to argue whose version is better but I respect your opinion. Have a good holiday.
@JimmyPorsche While the Billboard charts indicate the then current listening trend...it pales in comparison with the many hits on youtube for Mr. Vandross version. I personally like them both.
Her voice will always have a special place in my heart. It's very sad to think of how young she left us. For that, I can't listen to a Carpenter's song without getting misty eyed.
This song has a haunting atmosphere feeling to it. I can't help thinking after all these years that her death and this song are some how linked together. don't ask me why just a feeling.
@WOLLSTONECRAFTxx I see what you mean by that, but I always thought "Goodbye To Love" was accurate when it came to her. Maybe, we're both just exaggerating though...Either way, it's a shame how this song has been devalued in movies. It's not a joking kind of song in any way.
I was a hard rocker back in those days....but even I was knocked out by Karen...even if I didnt admit it to my bros..she was SPECIAL....always will be
boy i wish i had paid more attention to this group in the 1970's.they really recorded some pretty songs . and her voice sooo.. smooth, sooo.. purrfect, sooo. easy on the ears.she is the 'superstar"
I even listen to The Carpenters when I work out at the gym. How lame is that?? :)) Karen's voice is like crack for music lovers. You keep coming back for more and more and it's stil somehow never enough!
Only the good die young. Karen had the most angelic voice I've heard to this day. Ann Wilson for female rock vocals and Karen for pop. Doesn't get any better.
The sound from building to building certainly varies in concert venues, but I have to say that The Carpenters sound was so close everytime it just about sounded like the record. Karen had a way of streching a vocal if she had to. (meaning if she wasen't having her best night, which was rare) They expected the band to be up to par everynight as well, no question about that. Believe me Karen was a great drummer, but the truth is that Cubby O'brien was responsible for alot of that sound. GB KC
Rainy Days and this song are my favorites. Beautiful, rich, deeper tones to Karen's voice make this song a stand out. The chorus part disappoints in that it becomes a bit bubblegum pop, in stark contrast to the forlorn melancholy of the intro.
The special thing that song theorists and critics fail to realize is that while many sang this song, Karen Carpenter made it her own. There never has been, and suspect there will be another voice like hers. The sad, haunting melody lives deep in everyone's soul...and is truly poignant as it is true. History was made here and will live forever. Love you, Karen!
Karen's incredible voice is just the finest thing that can be bestowed on any living creatures ear, not only does it lift the soul but it gives you an almighty hug at the same time! I dearly miss her so very much! xx
"Superstar" is a 1969 song written by Bonnie Bramlett and Leon Russell (Delaney & Bonnie and Friends). The Carpenters version is the most famous. A wonderful song...
Nobody has, nor ever shall have, her voice. When I reach heaven, all the choirs of angels will fall silent as even their voices won't be as beautiful as hers.
One of my favorite Carpenter songs. She was such a class act! Karen was young, healthy, looking great and carried herself in perfect voice with such professional posturing. Her angelic voice will echo for numerous generations.
I hope Randy Schmidt (Author of Little Girl Blue) had the chance to watch Piers Morgan's interview with Michael Jackson's brother Jermaine Jackson, where Jermaine talks about how people write "UNAUTHORIZED" books about celebrities. Sound familiar Carpenter fans??? For as many people who have bought & read his mere pamplet of a book. Family, Friends, people who lived & toured it know most.
Tell your freinds if they knew anything about music they would appreciate her as much as you do. Karen was the greatest female pop singer that ever lived imo. The music industry has never been the same since.
Perfection!
53austdj 11 hours ago
Me too YounGun66. Get's me going every tme. My husband was overseas at the time this came out and I was pregnant. Brings back so many memories. Thanks for posting this.
aleinkyable 1 day ago
One of the best song writers ever - Leon Russell
vre127 2 days ago
I feel sorry for anyone who thinks that this can be topped, it has got to be the nearest thing to musical perfection there can possibly be. What a song, what an arrangement, what a singer ! No one could ever categorize them, they were just " The Carpenters "
oshadyone1 2 days ago
I AM SORRY..LUTHER'S VERSION WAS MUCH BETTER
mwazi1 4 days ago
The best female singer ever. Enough said
Jertheking6360 5 days ago in playlist Favorite videos
What a voice.
JEMnDC 6 days ago
I feel like Peter the disciple denying their obvious talent
Syzygy60 6 days ago
I was one that denied their talent
Syzygy60 6 days ago
Tommy Boy.
PFieroGT87 1 week ago
loneliness,is such a sad affair,and i can hardly wait,
to be with you again......
coastallad1010 1 week ago
It is a rather depressing song which does not leave a dry eye for anyone
LeahJane1995 1 week ago
Long ago but not so far away I fell in love with her.......So many of did..........aw we wathced and dreamed and thought she would come back again someday maybe..........
MikeandSherry2089 1 week ago
One of the greatest voices ever.
ridewave444 1 week ago
crying, :(
liesmoon 1 week ago
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vmuto1 3 weeks ago
karen, i love you. i really do
jfmilone63 3 weeks ago
59 Dislikes I suggest you get your ears syringed, Karen vocally is a one off.
TheSmith1954 3 weeks ago
My fave song sung brilliantly RIP Karen you are sorely missed.
Teebirdster 3 weeks ago
SHE DIED SO YOUNG..THATS SOO SAD TILL THIS DAY
spainoner 3 weeks ago
Even as a young kid, I loved chokers on girls...Susan Dey, Karen Carpenter, Karen Valentine among others who wore them once in a while.
MrCombat1965 4 weeks ago
the best of karen :)
I love it ++
akuma1404 4 weeks ago in playlist Liked videos
theres a melancholy element to karens voice that made her unique!
er9804 1 month ago
@er9804
Yes I agree. She had a hauntingingly beautiful tone I haven't heard in any other pop singer since
Purple1984Rain 4 weeks ago
Karen, how sad you never felt the love that your voice inspired... I've often wished I could have shared your music with you but alas, we would never have met anyway. Yet, your voice continues to haunt my memory. Richard, you gave her your soul, let her be the star... and I know you died when she died. Thank you from my heart for letting us remember.
BigHammerQ 1 month ago
very talented.hell,she was a drummer fer christ sakes.
TheJoesousa 1 month ago
I was heartbroken when she died. She had such a beautiful voice. Of all the songs she sang, this is still my favorite.
bccrnlic 1 month ago
Few teenagers in the 1970s would admit to liking the Carpenters but, as an "AM girl," I loved them and still do. This song, in my opinion, was one of the best they ever recorded. Karen was one of the best female vocalists ever. Richard put the group together, wrote a lot of the songs, orchestrated all the arrangements (sometimes he didn't get credit for it) and Karen was an excellent drummer--she considered her singing talent a bonus. But it was her vocals that sold the records. RIP Karen.
wlhardy 1 month ago 14
@wlhardy That happened with Abba too. It was "not done" to like that music. I did. And I absolutely loved the Carpenters. I was sooo devastated when she died!!
DutchHeartMonger1 3 weeks ago
@wlhardy I love them, I love them, I love them, ^_^
liesmoon 1 week ago
@wlhardy You got that right YongGun66! The other thing, back in the day you couldn't tell if it was "live or memorex" No bending or blending in the studio like the today so called artists that need to lip-sync on stage. Are you listening Miley and Britney?
dennello 1 week ago
Does anyone remember the movie "Tommy's Boy"? This song was in it
mmiller71 1 month ago
@mmiller71 Heehee I can't listen to this song without singing it out loud like they did in the movie ^_^
stargatefansg1 3 weeks ago
English horn
sybs99 1 month ago
Will someone please tell me the name of the instrument being played starting at :14 and ending at :25 is? Its some kind of horn, but which kind?
Yepprd 1 month ago
@Yepprd probably French horn in F?
itwontcomeout5678 1 month ago
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MichaliElbee 1 month ago
@Yepprd i think it's a french horn.. not sure. maybe flute
MichaliElbee 1 month ago
hauntingly beautiful song... we miss you Karen
neguys 1 month ago 2
Why did you leave us? Make's me so sad with all that talent. Gift from god, thank you for the brief moment of time, your the best!!!
cljteach 1 month ago
This is one of the finest voices in the business. Another one is Cher. The difference though is night and day. I've thought Cher has the one of the richest voices. Full of harmonics and other vocal artifacts etc that make it so. Karen's voice is pure and utterly clean; the other end of the scale. As pure as a lead glass crystal..
junkdeal 1 month ago
For me only two recording artist that can sing this are Luther Vandross and her...and they both are dead!
magovenor 1 month ago
r.i.p hun xx i cnt believe u died from anerxica :(
GalwayChick 1 month ago
One of the most beautiful songs ever written!1 And this from a guy who likes good old rock and roll and the Beatles LOL
eightiesguy62 1 month ago
I do not like pop music but I love Karen Carpenter.Her voice just grabs me for some reason.Its sounds pure and innocent.
mrgregkeefer100 1 month ago
merçi pour ses beau moments a d r e=avec respect et paix,amour
alaindinoroy 1 month ago
I do believe that Leon Russel wrote this song.
GDEASTON123 1 month ago
a very well made youtubepoop
sentafria 1 month ago
U CANT COMPARE KAREN&LUTHER...KARENS VERSION IS THE POP VERSION&LUTHERS IS THE R&B VERSION......IT DEPENDS WHAT MOOD U IN ON BOTH SONGS....
NAJEEBALLER 1 month ago 2
awww the lovely karen carpenter, she is singin with the angels now.
cujo9 1 month ago 2
@cujo9 That, she is .. such a pure and wonderful talent taken from us way too soon ..
56ajgn 1 month ago
@cujo9 She sang like an angel when she was with us.
kblopp 1 month ago
Welp, time to cry again so here I am.
YoungGun66 1 month ago 13
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If Richard decides that he wants to release any additional Carpenters Christmas music to the public,it's up to Richard. Same thing holds true with all of the Carpenter specials for DVD purchase. Richards a Husband, a Dad who has very talented children, perhaps the next generation of Carpenters I think so. Rich can do his music now under his own terms & enjoy the fruits of his Labor. Do check out "Christmas turned Blue" "December Morn"& "Together at Christmas Again" (warning can bring on tears)
vmuto1 1 month ago
57 retardados
Disordercontrol 1 month ago
@Disordercontrol You have no clue about voices OR love. Its sad. I hope someday when u r a big boy, you will have more adult experiences. Then maybe u will understand
IsisDaughter1 1 month ago
WOW, what a performance
teeberjeebs 1 month ago 2
Ok....Grew up on 60's/70's music, been a true metal head since 1980 and here it is 6:50 am and i'm listening to Karen with tears in my eyes. NO ONE comes close to Karen when they sing
painttech41 1 month ago 4
why havent they or someone remastered the video its a classic
snblondeau 1 month ago
przybądż i naciesz nasze uszy
ryszardtomasz71 2 months ago
God I love this woman, the voice of an angel! people 100 years from now will still be listening to Karen, her voice is timeless and ageless! THAT is the sign of a true artist.
maleficentdiva 2 months ago 2
This is the song they used to open their concerts with,plenty of time in the musical intro to come out take a bow, but an absolute bear of a song to open a show up with night after night let me tell you. Karen could sing anything, at any range. There's a new generation of talented Carpenters now & I know Richard will guide them in the right direction carreer wise. Aunt Karen I know will be watching proudly from above. GB KC
vmuto1 2 months ago
i regret LIKING THIS SHYT ...GO JUSTIN BEIBER FUK THISD
modznrockerz8 2 months ago
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With the Holidays here, do check out The Carpenters Christmas music. This was some of the finest Christmas music ever recorded. I also want to thank everyone for your support of my channel & those who have subscribe, It's a tribute Channel for Karen along with inspirational video's & other music. So stop by Subscribe if you like, but most of all enjoy. Happy Holidays to all! :-)
vmuto1 2 months ago
There will never be another voice like Karen's.
Jenstraightedge 2 months ago
luther vandross version is way better
snacks123 2 months ago
@snacks123 I've been split on who's version is the best for years. I think it depends on what mood I'm in. I love Karen's clarity of voice and the fact that she just sings the song without any extras. But when I need some soulful deliverance Luther is unbeatable. However, Whitney Houston did a very impromptu acapella version in 2004 after Luther had his stroke. I have a feeling hers would've been my favourite if she had recorded it. Cut & paste: Superstar(Until You Come Back) live in Hong Kong
eugene1 2 months ago
@eugene1 Just my opinion Eugene, but no one could sing this better than Karen Carpenter. I am biased because I think Karen Carpenter had the absolute best voice in modern day pop history. No one in my mind has ever come close. As far as Whitney Houston goes, I never liked her. She had abilities, but she would oversing songs to me and she would use the vocal acrobatics and screaming sometime. Now it is just moot because the woman has completely ruined any voice she had by her drug abuse,
WARDMAN3 1 month ago
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@WARDMAN3
Great post and I agree completely. To me Whitney, Mariah, Celine are interchangeable. Karen still stands above them by a mile :)
Purple1984Rain 1 month ago
@Purple1984Rain I agree totally purple. I do like Celine Dion out of that lot, but I never was a fan of Mariah or Whitney. I have spent my whole life being a pop music buff and somewhat of a historian so I have heard lots of people and songs in my life and Karen Carpenter just is in a league of her own. She is also one of the few people who can sing flawless live. You can't even tell the difference! I just wish music would turn back to a place where songs had a melody and were memorable.
WARDMAN3 1 month ago
@snacks123
Are you serious? Karen own's this song. Nobody can be compared to her. not even Luther. Sorry
Purple1984Rain 2 months ago
@Purple1984Rain I have to disagree. Luther's version is better, way better. Its more heart breaking, musically lush, haughting and of course soulful. Luther took the song and made it his own. He even added to it. The "Until You Come Back To Me" part was genius.
enmaxus 1 month ago
@enmaxus Many singers have recorded this song but Karen Carpenter sang the definitive version & the Carpenters were the only ones to make it a famous hit record. That says a lot about who most people think does the best version. Luther Vandross's slow whiny R&B version only appealed to a small group when he released it as a single. It bombed,peaking at only #87 on Billboard charts while the Carpenters' version peaked at #2.
JimmyPorsche 1 month ago 2
@JimmyPorsche Look now, I did not insult Karens vocals although I love the Carpenters music and I love Karens version. Luthers version peaked at #3 on the R&B charts. Karens version simple yet beautiful. Luthers version soulful. LOL@ "slow, whiney." I see you have had your bowl of Hate cereal...lol! However, Im not hear to argue whose version is better but I respect your opinion. Have a good holiday.
enmaxus 1 month ago
@JimmyPorsche While the Billboard charts indicate the then current listening trend...it pales in comparison with the many hits on youtube for Mr. Vandross version. I personally like them both.
magovenor 1 month ago
@snacks123 Pass that bong, dude. If the stuff is that good, I'm falling off the wagon.
MedicagoSativa1 2 months ago
@snacks123 Yes it is.
enmaxus 1 month ago
I had to listen to Karen Carpenter's version of this song to cleanse my mind of the rap travesty version from X-Factor.
gilboagilboa 2 months ago 2
Her voice will always have a special place in my heart. It's very sad to think of how young she left us. For that, I can't listen to a Carpenter's song without getting misty eyed.
Parkinish 2 months ago
Darn! why did she have to die so young?
8javed 2 months ago
Superstar demonstrates Karen's superb ability as a torch singer. Arguably their finest piece over their lighter commercial music.
tboltjohn 2 months ago
OMG... Karen, you are the best baby!!!!
Angiellitta 2 months ago
@Angiellitta
YES!!! Karen was in a league of her own we haven't seen since
Purple1984Rain 2 months ago
Now on Christmas time check out her classic "I'll Be Home For Christmas" really a classic. Amazing voice she still is!!
diam2265 2 months ago
My favorite Carpenters song!
MrSunlazer 2 months ago in playlist More videos from XqueenringX
Shivers..
Ranlon 2 months ago
God, what a voice!!!
1UNCOOLMIKE 2 months ago in playlist Favorite videos
@1UNCOOLMIKE
Lovely Indeed!
diam2265 2 months ago
You left us too soon Karen, heavens gain!!
sinorbob1 2 months ago
If there ever was a more pleasing voice than Karen's then I never I heard it. Her voice is so peaceful....it puts me at ease.
johnex3303 2 months ago in playlist Favorite videos 2
@johnex3303
Agreed! Her voice reaches inside you and turns you into a weeping little baby :))) It's inexplicable!!
Purple1984Rain 2 months ago
gdziekolwiek jestem słyszę tą muzykę w głowie
ryszardtomasz71 2 months ago
Karens voice is like sleeping between warm velvet sheets. Just the most beautiful voice in pop music.
sisterstiffticket1 2 months ago 24
@sisterstiffticket1 Karen Carpenter is beyond any level of a singer Barring NONE
she was not a singer but an angel sent by the father himself! her voice will haunt
anyone right to their soul! what you are saying is a mild understatement! there isn't
a voice today to even match Karen Carpenter! the memories of her are worth their
weight in GOLD!!! Amazing couldn't even start to describe Karen! Thev heavenly
father gave us a gift that is and will be treasured forever by her fans.
TheSuperbird43 1 month ago
@sisterstiffticket1 Perfectly put. Karen Carpenter had a voice in a million. Beautiful.
tigerarmyrule 3 weeks ago
These were great records.
porchdog1961 2 months ago
I love them! great voice!
lauro74 2 months ago
This song has a haunting atmosphere feeling to it. I can't help thinking after all these years that her death and this song are some how linked together. don't ask me why just a feeling.
WOLLSTONECRAFTxx 2 months ago
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@WOLLSTONECRAFTxx I see what you mean by that, but I always thought "Goodbye To Love" was accurate when it came to her. Maybe, we're both just exaggerating though...Either way, it's a shame how this song has been devalued in movies. It's not a joking kind of song in any way.
madeyes4u 2 months ago
I was a hard rocker back in those days....but even I was knocked out by Karen...even if I didnt admit it to my bros..she was SPECIAL....always will be
photinia99 2 months ago
love...
ChristineLeakeyMusic 2 months ago
Extraordinaire et bouleversant ! L’âme des années 70....La bande-son de mon enfance. Karen, I miss you so much.
Ax008Al 2 months ago
Incredible impeccable song......nothing more needs to be said about this song....
slim2924 2 months ago
Her voice was perfect. Nobody could sing a sad song like Karen Carpenter.
MrDoug41 2 months ago
WHAT LUTHER VANDROSS REMADE THIS SONG!!! I NEVER KNEW THAT IT WASN'T ORIGNIALLY HIS SONG!!
BellathebestDonna 2 months ago in playlist More videos from XqueenringX
boy i wish i had paid more attention to this group in the 1970's.they really recorded some pretty songs . and her voice sooo.. smooth, sooo.. purrfect, sooo. easy on the ears.she is the 'superstar"
polyestersuits4ever 2 months ago
i could listen to her voice all day -- great voice great song !!!!
genesis12222 2 months ago 2
@genesis12222
I even listen to The Carpenters when I work out at the gym. How lame is that?? :)) Karen's voice is like crack for music lovers. You keep coming back for more and more and it's stil somehow never enough!
Purple1984Rain 2 months ago 2
@Purple1984Rain omg i listened to them at the gym today :D
vinniram 2 months ago
You know... it might just be that there are some very "mouse-challenged" people out there who are aiming for the LIKE hotlink...
... and miss.
Poor souls.
We should pity them. Their decision to indicate their love for the beautiful and talented Carpenters has been lost. :-(
Countrygent100 2 months ago
Only the good die young. Karen had the most angelic voice I've heard to this day. Ann Wilson for female rock vocals and Karen for pop. Doesn't get any better.
marketweis 2 months ago
@marketweis
I agree 100% and would add Patsy Cline on the country side. The 3 greatest voices in their respective categories. Untouchable imo
Purple1984Rain 2 months ago
Oh Tommy Boy
chdeebo 2 months ago
55 assholes now :-)
vmuto1 2 months ago
thumbs up if you came here cuz of Chris Rene
supermariasalas 2 months ago 4
@supermariasalas I came here for Karen Carpenter
carmaj156 2 months ago 55
@supermariasalas its all good now you know who Chris is.
supermariasalas 2 months ago
@supermariasalas i'm here for karens beautiful voice. not some shit 'talent' show...
TheKafa84 2 months ago
leon russell wrote this tune. the carpenters perfected it, made it their own.
COGintheFOG 2 months ago
pure --- pure --- wonderful
cushinb 2 months ago
Sonic Youth's plox.
zerostreetcred 2 months ago
53 tonedeaf ppl voted.
Miss you Karen!!!
123456Masteraceman 3 months ago
Flawless!
LTJR7 3 months ago
The sound from building to building certainly varies in concert venues, but I have to say that The Carpenters sound was so close everytime it just about sounded like the record. Karen had a way of streching a vocal if she had to. (meaning if she wasen't having her best night, which was rare) They expected the band to be up to par everynight as well, no question about that. Believe me Karen was a great drummer, but the truth is that Cubby O'brien was responsible for alot of that sound. GB KC
vmuto1 3 months ago
Holy shit 1971 is the year my house was built!
jman224333 3 months ago
Rainy Days and this song are my favorites. Beautiful, rich, deeper tones to Karen's voice make this song a stand out. The chorus part disappoints in that it becomes a bit bubblegum pop, in stark contrast to the forlorn melancholy of the intro.
kenjoneslee 3 months ago 2
Perfect
wilmaprowhaggard 3 months ago
53 morons plainly can't hear a "superstar"! Pax to all from 73soulboy.Xxx.
73soulboy 3 months ago
Karens voice was like having a Superpower, or God given power beyond that of mortal men,,,,or women.
rumblewolfne 3 months ago 2
RIP Superstar!
rumblewolfne 3 months ago
This particular version of THIS song. Unbelievable. Rock my soul.
rainmaneverson 3 months ago
beautiful woman, we miss you!
silverexplosion 3 months ago
<3 <3 <3 <3 <3 <3 <3
MilkShakeMama2010 3 months ago
I forgot how much I love this song..chokes me up everytime I listen to it..
1lorit 3 months ago
The special thing that song theorists and critics fail to realize is that while many sang this song, Karen Carpenter made it her own. There never has been, and suspect there will be another voice like hers. The sad, haunting melody lives deep in everyone's soul...and is truly poignant as it is true. History was made here and will live forever. Love you, Karen!
tompatriot12 3 months ago
thumbs up for the chinese guy
ElleMeDit 3 months ago
好聽！
kennytam16888888 3 months ago
Karen Carpenter had the voice of Angels! I'll never forget her.
Super25or624 3 months ago
God bless Karen Carpenter
zolar7 3 months ago
i reckon this is their best song....
i mean everytime when i listen to this at night
i cant stop listening to it......
Meatballer 3 months ago
Karen hits a nerve in the kid that heard her sing...long ago...
subfourrun 3 months ago
timeless..
KillYourTeeVee 3 months ago
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i love you Karen
paggyann1932 3 months ago
I love you Karen
paggyann1932 3 months ago
Karen's incredible voice is just the finest thing that can be bestowed on any living creatures ear, not only does it lift the soul but it gives you an almighty hug at the same time! I dearly miss her so very much! xx
MrWhamster1 3 months ago
"Superstar" is a 1969 song written by Bonnie Bramlett and Leon Russell (Delaney & Bonnie and Friends). The Carpenters version is the most famous. A wonderful song...
nazzare79 3 months ago
I am starting to dislike the Carpenters because her songs make me cry.
vkoo32 3 months ago
i love her singing......RIP karen.....love you
TheMackd08 3 months ago
Such a shame but we must be grateful for having her even for a short time
soulstyles23 3 months ago
Probably the best Female voice ever.
TyWebb33 3 months ago in playlist Slow Songs 4
To Randy Schmidt (Author of Little Girl Blue) Karma's a bitch!
vmuto1 3 months ago
Karen was PERFECT!!!
19HALLOWEENJACK84 4 months ago
her voice is a sick fucking instrument
hail
WeedVulva 4 months ago
A once in a lifetime soulful and rich voice. RIP Karen. We love you.
stedou 4 months ago
52 fucking assholes
MIKE21071964 4 months ago 30
@MIKE21071964 Now it's 53 soulless bastards.......I feel sorry for'em that they can't appreciate her
iamintheburg 3 months ago
God was she beautiful !
MIKE21071964 4 months ago in playlist Más vídeos de XqueenringX 2
Nobody has, nor ever shall have, her voice. When I reach heaven, all the choirs of angels will fall silent as even their voices won't be as beautiful as hers.
kbrayaq 4 months ago
"What to say to make you come again, come back to me again."
PaulGreen11 4 months ago
One of my favorite Carpenter songs. She was such a class act! Karen was young, healthy, looking great and carried herself in perfect voice with such professional posturing. Her angelic voice will echo for numerous generations.
ramblin9er 4 months ago
what a voice.
raphaelmaraki 4 months ago in playlist raphaelmaraki's Favorited Videos
Todays artists need the help of a software to achieve this kind of performance.
mysticadena 4 months ago
Karen you are a SUPERSTAR in music. Sorry that you left us so soon!!
barrybondsize 4 months ago
Carpenters are Cool!!!!
thorwaldjorgensen 4 months ago
Love this song!! I didn't know the name of the song, now I do!! Thank you!!
starladodge4 4 months ago
Ya who are the 51 idiots
harryklyne 4 months ago
I hope Randy Schmidt (Author of Little Girl Blue) had the chance to watch Piers Morgan's interview with Michael Jackson's brother Jermaine Jackson, where Jermaine talks about how people write "UNAUTHORIZED" books about celebrities. Sound familiar Carpenter fans??? For as many people who have bought & read his mere pamplet of a book. Family, Friends, people who lived & toured it know most.
Q. Did Mr. Schmidt ever even meet Karen?
A. NO!
Q. What would Karen think of the book?
A. She wouldn't
vmuto1 4 months ago 2
very rarly i give credits to cover songs , but luthur vandrosss dis very good as did joe cocker on with a little help.
honestbutugly 4 months ago
OMG! In high school my friend got me hooked on them!! Now I still know the words! haha
saltman2008 4 months ago 2
Her voice is a religious experience.
lehamic1 4 months ago 2
thumbs up if you looked for this song after watching Marvel/DC Happy Hour 3!!
zOMGDuuuude 4 months ago
Her voice&song make me sad.
I wanted her to be alive.
dune619drums 4 months ago
I always felt this was their most beautiful and emotional song. Okay, will the 51 idiots who are the dislikes please step forward?
primogennaio 4 months ago in playlist More videos from XqueenringX 19
@primogennaio they dont know which foot to put first. lol
titan57nl 4 months ago
@theDeckisStacked I love Karen Carpenter. A voice like no other. I don't care what my rocker friends think. I'm owning it!!
localcrew 4 months ago
@localcrew
Tell your freinds if they knew anything about music they would appreciate her as much as you do. Karen was the greatest female pop singer that ever lived imo. The music industry has never been the same since.
Purple1984Rain 4 months ago
Those opening oboe notes just make me want to dive headfirst into the mosh pit!! CARPENTERS EFFIN' RULE!!!
localcrew 4 months ago
Thumbs up if Tommy Boy brought you here.
toxicthoughts747 4 months ago
Her vocal range was 4 octaves. Extremely rare.
40 years - seems like much longer with all the stuff going on now.
335ownrtx 4 months ago in playlist karen carpenter songs