I wrote to Karen when I went to Vietnam in 70/71 I was 17 in the Marines. I was a Field Observer assigned to a recon squad going to Laos/Cambodia we ended up corresponding the entire year and I loved her. She was very tired of performing, she was happiest staying in the background playing the drums and singing. I still have her letters 50 plus years later in a safe and they will be cremated with me I have been blessed being married 46 years my wife is my soulmate but Karen will always own a piece of my heart.
Your a lucky man. I'm as in love with a women I've never met as man can. When Karen Carpenter comes on the radio at work this 52 yo man has to find a place to hide as she makes my damn eyes leak.
There just aren't enough adjectives to describe Karen's voice. You recognize more and more what a tragic loss we had when she passed at 32 years of age.
Yes, I was going to describe her voice like a warm blanket, too. Her voice is so soothing and warm and calming. I can't think of any other singer who has that effect on me. Definitely a gift from God. She was a beautiful person, inside and out, and I wish that she had known how loved she really was.
I am 63 years old and no pushover, but this girls voice breaks me. I remember one weekend i was playing superstar, and for those two days, i wept more than i ever had. Lol.... i don't get why, but she breaks my heart. Love you always Karen. ❤🇦🇺
This is such a beautiful song on many levels- her beautiful, lustrous voice, the emotions she brings out in you when she sings, the lyrics. I'm so glad that I grew up with her.
I don't think there are any other singers that bring tears to my eyes as readily as Karen Carpenter, but they are good tears - what an incredible voice
You are a beautiful, sweet young lady. I'm an 81 yr. old white duffer. I love your openness and your love for purity of talent. The Carpenters make me laugh, smile, and cry much more than I would like (if I didn't love them so). Keep doing what you are doing my dear, you are good at it. Oh, by the way, if you want some Carpenter smiles, check out their Christmas albums, some of the best renditions of Christmas classics ever !!!
Karen pulls you into her emotions whatever they may be during the song, it’s mesmerizing and beautiful and you can’t help but be pulled along with her. It’s such an enjoyable ride that at the end your brain and heart are begging for the song not to end, you want it to go on and on! That’s what music used to be like and that’s why this music still stands the test of time.❤
I love Karen Carpenter’s voice. And her brother was a super talent to put it all together. I am 59 and remember these songs even as a young boy. I can’t remember my phone number but remember the words to these old songs.
This is the third reaction I’ve seen from Angela, who agrees with me that she is adorable & a beautiful Human being? Keep being you Angela, never stop and don’t settle for less, you deserve everything that is good in life!!! God Bless !!!🙏🏻❤️
It's perfectly OK to feel emotional listening to her beautiful and unique voice. Nearly 50 years later, she still evokes those feelings in casual listeners and fans as well. You should listen to "Merry Christmas Darling". RIP Karen.
Almost 40 years since she was lost to us...Her voice takes me back to my childhood. "haunting, full, pitch perfect, emotional..." so many adjectives to describe that voice....
She was one in a billion. A thousand years from now, she might get a mention in history. Let's enjoy her talent as long as we can. Freddie Mercury is also on that list.
THIS IS POSSIBLY MY ALL-TIME #2 BY RICH & KAREN. FROM THAT LONG AGO, SUMMER OF '73, WRITTEN BY RICH & JOHN BETTIS, THIS IS A MASTERPIECE. ------------------MJL, 75 Y/O
She was a very "troubled soul" she had the voice of a angel,from when i was a 14 year old kid back in 1970 finding girls,their songs always reminded me of each girlfriend,even today i still think of them.
Good job. This voice is some elemental force. Sometimes Karen can knock folks off their perch. She opens her mouth, my brain kicks in and says this is pure and this is good. And they did it night after night all over the world and it killed.
Angela: Yes, you keep saying there is just something about her voice...why?...because it bears repeating; because the next song reminds you again how special her gift was; and because, dear lady, there just isn't an adequate supply of superlatives in our lexicon to describe something so moving and magical.❤👍
I love your reaction fantastic reaction real emotional every time I hear this song it chokes me up Karen is fantastic and Richard is fantastic rest in peace Karen Carpenter
To think... she was only 19 when she sang We've Only Just Begun. What 19 yo sounds like that? Smoother than whipped cream! RECOMMEND listening to Roberta Flack sing The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face. Be ready to cry... one of the most beautiful songs ever!
Here we go again one of my favorite band with such wonderful nice emotional songs that Karen Carpenter brings. It's like you said her songs does something to you. There's something about that voice. I love your reactions, your smile, your personality, and the love that shows through your tender heart. Thanks again for a great reaction to the Carpenters. 👍😊
From that long ago, Summer of '73, written by Richard & John Bettis. This one was close to #1 all over the world, that summer. -------------------MJL, 75 y/o
I am 67,this was my teenage years,love the fact you love these songs,most younger people do not listen to them,i loved Mowtown growing up,i played them to my son,he is 44 this year,he still loves it today.
Hi Angela, Love your reaction It is the same reaction I had when I was a kid and the Carpenters played on the radio in the car when I was 10. Back then cars only had one speaker and Karen still sounded so "Out Of This World". In my opinion, let me say that Karen was a absolute "Genius" as she was only 19 when their first hit charted. And her brother Richard is also a "Genius" as his arrangements can't be equaled. Every Carpenters recording is a absolute masterpiece. Suggestion: for future Carpenters reactions: THis Masquerade, I'm Caught Between Goodbye And I Love You" Take care. Love your channel!!! Keep up the great work!!!
I'm old enough to say that plain and simple, she had a once in a lifetime voice. I was a kid when I first heard her and I can't recall any other female singer that has/had this particular voice quality. There are plenty of great female singers but none that sounded like Karen. Just listening to her brings a great big sigh of joy and satisfaction in hearing her sing. I can tell by your reactions that you feel it too.
Looking ahead, “For All We Know” by the Carpenters is a personal favorite. Also her cover of the Beatles song “Ticket to Ride” is really nice. Beatle John Lennon said he loved her version. Glad you could relate to what Karen is singing about here. This one chokes me up often, :-). It just takes me back to that time, like a Time Machine, as you said.
In my opinion, Karen had the best female voice of all time! Karen's brother Richard was a big part of their sound. He arranged all their songs. And if you listen closely, all the background vocals were Karen and Richard's voices.
Angela, It's refreshing that NO matter the age, gender, race. Humans Love good music....It's great to see Karen's legacy keep on living in her tremendous vocal prowess.....She is UNMATCHED for her Tone, Voice and Class.......I wish we would have had the mental health options that we all have today.....She obviously had some issues, and the vocals probably were even better given her mental state of mind. RIP Karen.....
Angela, I sent this reaction video to my two sisters. We were around when this song came out. Your commentary on Karen is PERFECT! It made ME get a little emotional. The Carpenters and The Fifth Dimension were considered "sunshine pop" in their day and kind of dismissed by critics. Yet because of their polished musicianship they have stood the test of time, while many of their "edgier" contemporaries have not. Your video bears this out. Thank you!
Eve, - You, - Leave Yesterday behind, - I bealive you, - Trying to get the feeling again - All of this are Carpenter’s songs, not the popular but really gems that I’ll love you to react to. ❤️
I like a lot of female singers but regardless of talent I have to put Karen in front of the line. Her voice always makes you smile her range talent and professionalism always leads the pack
Thanks for this reaction to what was one of the Carpenters' biggest international hits as well as a #2 hit stateside. You should also give a listen to the B-side of the "Yesterday Once More" single - "Road Ode" from their album "A Song for You" from 1972. I think you'll like it.
When I was younger, it wasn't always cool to listen to the Carpenters--they were so...pure. I mean, i don't know how to explain it. People could make fun of you for it. But, she was so amazing. And her brother Richard understood her voice better than anyone and knew how to showcase her strengths. I have always loved them and I don't care who knows.
I so enjoy your reactions Angela! You don't need to apologize for being emotional. You're genuine and honest. Continue to be you. Like you, my wife and I love the Carpenters. We married August 16th 1970 and We've Only Just Begun was released on August 21st. We saw them in concert not long afterwards and Karen's voice was truly angelic! We have several of their albums and still enjoy them. Young lady you have a beautiful spirit. You be you!
Love the Carpenters and love me some Karen Carpenter. Sorry not sorry. Rip Karen you continue to grow more and more admirers and respect for a true talent and a beautiful person that we lost too soon.
I cried the day I heard of her passing... Being from SoCal I had seen this dynamic duo, from its early days to being superstars. Met them once and they were both humble and honest. It truly is a shame that her life was taken away the this insidious disease.
In the early seventies there was a vogue for "oldies", jukebox era songs from the fifties and early sixties. This song was written by Richard Carpenter and John Bettis (Richard's usual lyricist partner) as a commentary on that.
A maturely sensual woman's voice. I have been loving it since I was 17 in the very early 70's but now I'm 67. It immediately brings a smile and a tear at the same time . I know most of the words to all her songs and often sing along ( when I'm alone ). I dream of a universe where you are still alive and treating everyone with more of that silky smooth caress people call a voice.
Gorgeous, gorgeous performance by Karen- one of my favorites. Thanks for telling us how you feel and for keeping Karen's songs alive in your generation.
I still remember hearing the Carpenters for the first time on my older brothers reel to reel stereo in my parents home. I was blown away by their singing. This was around 1979. And to this day I'm still blown away when I hear them.
"Yesterday once more" is how we old folk feel when you young people discover these songs and groups.
Couldn't have put it better myself.
Brilliant comment 🖒🖒
Yes, this observation is spot on!
Agreed
@@nirmalsuki you took the words right out of my mouth.
I wrote to Karen when I went to Vietnam in 70/71 I was 17 in the Marines. I was a Field Observer assigned to a recon squad going to Laos/Cambodia we ended up corresponding the entire year and I loved her. She was very tired of performing, she was happiest staying in the background playing the drums and singing. I still have her letters 50 plus years later in a safe and they will be cremated with me I have been blessed being married 46 years my wife is my soulmate but Karen will always own a piece of my heart.
Your a lucky man. I'm as in love with a women I've never met as man can. When Karen Carpenter comes on the radio at work this 52 yo man has to find a place to hide as she makes my damn eyes leak.
Welcome home Brother!
Thank you for sharing🌹
❤️
I hope you reconsider burning the letters.
I respect this young performer so much for how she appreciates Karen’s voice.
There just aren't enough adjectives to describe Karen's voice. You recognize more and more what a tragic loss we had when she passed at 32 years of age.
Her voice is like a warm blanket and a cup of warm cocoa. It's comfort food in music form. It's a gift from God for sure. Miss her.
Yes, I was going to describe her voice like a warm blanket, too. Her voice is so soothing and warm and calming. I can't think of any other singer who has that effect on me. Definitely a gift from God. She was a beautiful person, inside and out, and I wish that she had known how loved she really was.
Definitely one of God's greatest gifts for sure!
Karens voice has never failed to make me smile......and cry. and I loved every moment,
Words to describe Karen herself: elegance, beauty, taste, class, talent, and I could go on.
She touches you soul.
This song feels like a warm blanket.
I am 64 and I still get teared up listening to her.
Someone once said that she has the most beautiful voice in the world. Prove me wrong. That statement still stands today
I remember when the Carpenter's hit the scene in the very early 70's. It was like nothing anyone had ever heard before. They were absolute superstars.
I still remember where I was the first time I heard them, singing "Close To You", and every time I hear it I'm right back there. Amazing!
they way she hits low notes and high notes is amazing.
karen carpenter made so many people happy including me lol. what a wonderful voice.
I am 63 years old and no pushover, but this girls voice breaks me. I remember one weekend i was playing superstar, and for those two days, i wept more than i ever had. Lol.... i don't get why, but she breaks my heart. Love you always Karen. ❤🇦🇺
Same. I think I’m strong and that I have it together until I hear ANY Carpenters song.
It's just a sign of how great she was and the emotions she sang with and provoked in others.
To me her voice always had that "yearning emotion" in it. That's the only way I can describe her beautiful voice.
Richard and Karen in harmony are fabulous! Nobody beats the Carpenters!
Her voice is achingly beautiful.
Pretty much the best description of her angelic voice. Even as a child I could sense on some level the melancholy behind the beautiful voice 😢❤
Wicked good!
This is such a beautiful song on many levels- her beautiful, lustrous voice, the emotions she brings out in you when she sings, the lyrics. I'm so glad that I grew up with her.
Remember this pretty lady, Karen did a majority of her songs in One Take. Producers must’ve loved her saving studio time.
her voice is warm butter on toast, so smooth and melting
THE Most beautiful female singing voice I’ve ever heard! Silky Velvety Silk! 🎤💫💕💕💕
Portland Oregon USA 🇺🇸
I don't think there are any other singers that bring tears to my eyes as readily as Karen Carpenter, but they are good tears - what an incredible voice
You are a beautiful, sweet young lady. I'm an 81 yr. old white duffer. I love your openness and your love for purity of talent. The Carpenters make me laugh, smile, and cry much more than I would like (if I didn't love them so). Keep doing what you are doing my dear, you are good at it. Oh, by the way, if you want some Carpenter smiles, check out their Christmas albums, some of the best renditions of Christmas classics ever !!!
She has been my absolute favorite female singer since I was very young.
Karen pulls you into her emotions whatever they may be during the song, it’s mesmerizing and beautiful and you can’t help but be pulled along with her. It’s such an enjoyable ride that at the end your brain and heart are begging for the song not to end, you want it to go on and on! That’s what music used to be like and that’s why this music still stands the test of time.❤
You really can't say how beautiful her voice is enough...I Love your emotions...
Such a warmth to her voice.... miss these kind of songs.
I love Karen Carpenter’s voice. And her brother was a super talent to put it all together. I am 59 and remember these songs even as a young boy. I can’t remember my phone number but remember the words to these old songs.
I'm in my 50s as well. I grew up with the Carpenter's ringing in my ears.
This is the third reaction I’ve seen from Angela, who agrees with me that she is adorable & a beautiful Human being? Keep being you Angela, never stop and don’t settle for less, you deserve everything that is good in life!!! God Bless !!!🙏🏻❤️
I totally agree. Karen was magical and if I want to feel she is my number one go to. She had a tragic life and is very much missed by me.
" for all we know " and " only yesterday " I don't think you have done yet
At 55...going on 56...I seem to turn to this song...I love it!
R.I.P. Karen Carpenter
You are a beautiful lady. The emotions you feel are the same as i feel. Karen was the best female voice I have ever heard. You do Karen proud😢
It's perfectly OK to feel emotional listening to her beautiful and unique voice. Nearly 50 years later,
she still evokes those feelings in casual listeners and fans as well. You should listen to "Merry Christmas Darling". RIP Karen.
Almost 40 years since she was lost to us...Her voice takes me back to my childhood. "haunting, full, pitch perfect, emotional..." so many adjectives to describe that voice....
She was one in a billion. A thousand years from now, she might get a mention in history. Let's enjoy her talent as long as we can. Freddie Mercury is also on that list.
THIS IS POSSIBLY MY ALL-TIME #2 BY RICH & KAREN. FROM THAT LONG AGO, SUMMER OF '73, WRITTEN BY RICH & JOHN BETTIS, THIS IS A MASTERPIECE. ------------------MJL, 75 Y/O
I always get teary eyed listening to the Carpenters. RIP Karen. She had the most beautiful angelic voice. ❤
As far as Karen's vocal, she's one of the top singers that have graced this planet!!!! Glad you're discovering her (and Richard).
Whenever you turned the radio on & hear Karen, you are frozen, just by the sound of her pure & clarity of her voice.
She was a very "troubled soul" she had the voice of a angel,from when i was a 14 year old kid back in 1970 finding girls,their songs always reminded me of each girlfriend,even today i still think of them.
Angela your reactions and the way you express how it makes you feel deep in your heart are amazing
Good job. This voice is some elemental force. Sometimes Karen can knock folks off their perch. She opens her mouth, my brain kicks in and says this is pure and this is good. And they did it night after night all over the world and it killed.
Angela: Yes, you keep saying there is just something about her voice...why?...because it bears repeating; because the next song reminds you again how special her gift was; and because, dear lady, there just isn't an adequate supply of superlatives in our lexicon to describe something so moving and magical.❤👍
Well said, Sir!
Pls react to Carpenter's For all we know, You, Sometimes and Rainbow Connection.
Richard Carpenter co-wrote this hit, which got to #2 on Billboard's Hot 100
I love your reaction fantastic reaction real emotional every time I hear this song it chokes me up Karen is fantastic and Richard is fantastic rest in peace Karen Carpenter
To think... she was only 19 when she sang We've Only Just Begun. What 19 yo sounds like that? Smoother than whipped cream! RECOMMEND listening to Roberta Flack sing The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face. Be ready to cry... one of the most beautiful songs ever!
Angela your a beautiful soul your reactions are the best ❤️❤️❤️.
Her voice is like velvet drenched in ganache.
Get out your tissue box. 😭😭😭😭 I cry every time. This was part of my childhood.
This song reminds me of when I was younger and I loved Karen’s voice I cry every time I hear her ❤
Karen Carpenter's voice Is akin to being cradled by angels that are sitting in Gods lap.
Here we go again one of my favorite band with such wonderful nice emotional songs that Karen Carpenter brings. It's like you said her songs does something to you. There's something about that voice. I love your reactions, your smile, your personality, and the love that shows through your tender heart. Thanks again for a great reaction to the Carpenters. 👍😊
John Lennon did happen to see her by chance and recognized her as they passed each other he said "Your voice is beautiful "
The truly gifted don't realize they are truly gifted. Maybe not the case all the time, but with her it surely was.
From that long ago, Summer of '73, written by Richard & John Bettis. This one was close to #1 all over the world, that summer. -------------------MJL, 75 y/o
I just love love love Angela's reaction karen a heavenly gift to us all.
Miss Angela, I'm loving how you're learning to love my beloved Carpenters. Every sha la la la... :-)
I am 67,this was my teenage years,love the fact you love these songs,most younger people do not listen to them,i loved Mowtown growing up,i played them to my son,he is 44 this year,he still loves it today.
Hi Angela, Love your reaction It is the same reaction I had when I was a kid and the Carpenters played on the radio in the car when I was 10. Back then cars only had one speaker and Karen still sounded so "Out Of This World". In my opinion, let me say that Karen was a absolute "Genius" as she was only 19 when their first hit charted. And her brother Richard is also a "Genius" as his arrangements can't be equaled. Every Carpenters recording is a absolute masterpiece. Suggestion: for future Carpenters reactions: THis Masquerade, I'm Caught Between Goodbye And I Love You" Take care. Love your channel!!! Keep up the great work!!!
Captivating, that's how I think of her voice, like time stands still when she's singing
She was a prodigy. A one-off. People with talent like her only come by about as often as Halleys Comet.
I'm old enough to say that plain and simple, she had a once in a lifetime voice. I was a kid when I first heard her and I can't recall any other female singer that has/had this particular voice quality. There are plenty of great female singers but none that sounded like Karen. Just listening to her brings a great big sigh of joy and satisfaction in hearing her sing. I can tell by your reactions that you feel it too.
Totally agree
I totally agree. I could listen to Karen's voice the whole day
Looking ahead, “For All We Know” by the Carpenters is a personal favorite. Also her cover of the Beatles song “Ticket to Ride” is really nice. Beatle John Lennon said he loved her version.
Glad you could relate to what Karen is singing about here. This one chokes me up often, :-). It just takes me back to that time, like a Time Machine, as you said.
She did it to me, too. She has that power. And heck, I'm a grown man!
Always a beautiful voice. Her voice in the background of my little years.
There will never be another singer like Karen, I can hear her leading the chorus leading to heaven, her voice unmatched by anyone
Goat nobody sings like her love her voice and miss her dearly
Karen Carpenter is the best female singer ever in history‼️
In my opinion, Karen had the best female voice of all time! Karen's brother Richard was a big part of their sound. He arranged all their songs. And if you listen closely, all the background vocals were Karen and Richard's voices.
Angela, It's refreshing that NO matter the age, gender, race. Humans Love good music....It's great to see Karen's legacy keep on living in her tremendous vocal prowess.....She is UNMATCHED for her Tone, Voice and Class.......I wish we would have had the mental health options that we all have today.....She obviously had some issues, and the vocals probably were even better given her mental state of mind. RIP Karen.....
Growing up in the sixties and seventies, I was smiling along with you because i remember the sha la las! Karen's voice is so comforting!
This amazing beautiful singer Karen Carpenter's voice of an Angel, when heard her sing in the early 70s I always had my favorite singer
Angela, I sent this reaction video to my two sisters. We were around when this song came out. Your commentary on Karen is PERFECT! It made ME get a little emotional. The Carpenters and The Fifth Dimension were considered "sunshine pop" in their day and kind of dismissed by critics. Yet because of their polished musicianship they have stood the test of time, while many of their "edgier" contemporaries have not. Your video bears this out. Thank you!
Her voice is unbelievable and unfortunately we didnt get to hear all the songs she would have sang to present time 😢
Eve, - You, - Leave Yesterday behind, - I bealive you, - Trying to get the feeling again - All of this are Carpenter’s songs, not the popular but really gems that I’ll love you to react to. ❤️
I’ve been listening to her since 1970
I like a lot of female singers but regardless of talent I have to put Karen in front of the line. Her voice always makes you smile her range talent and professionalism always leads the pack
Karen carpenter just had a voice you fell In love with a complete pleasure to listen to her simply magnificent.
And kudos to brother Richard for the great arrangements and extended vocal chord voicings. He contributed in a large way to the vocal impact.
Thanks for this reaction to what was one of the Carpenters' biggest international hits as well as a #2 hit stateside. You should also give a listen to the B-side of the "Yesterday Once More" single - "Road Ode" from their album "A Song for You" from 1972. I think you'll like it.
When I was younger, it wasn't always cool to listen to the Carpenters--they were so...pure. I mean, i don't know how to explain it. People could make fun of you for it. But, she was so amazing. And her brother Richard understood her voice better than anyone and knew how to showcase her strengths. I have always loved them and I don't care who knows.
i remember when she was all over the radio
I so enjoy your reactions Angela! You don't need to apologize for being emotional. You're genuine and honest. Continue to be you. Like you, my wife and I love the Carpenters. We married August 16th 1970 and We've Only Just Begun was released on August 21st. We saw them in concert not long afterwards and Karen's voice was truly angelic! We have several of their albums and still enjoy them. Young lady you have a beautiful spirit. You be you!
Love the Carpenters and love me some Karen Carpenter. Sorry not sorry. Rip Karen you continue to grow more and more admirers and respect for a true talent and a beautiful person that we lost too soon.
Ya karen carpenter's songs get me teary eyed, maybe it's her voice, and I'm a macho man, i can't understand it...
Timeless.
I will never forget when I heard the news she died.
I cried the day I heard of her passing... Being from SoCal I had seen this dynamic duo, from its early days to being superstars. Met them once and they were both humble and honest. It truly is a shame that her life was taken away the this insidious disease.
Karen Carpenter had a voice like silk. Love how you react to her. Thanks Angela for keeping her alive in our hearts.
In the early seventies there was a vogue for "oldies", jukebox era songs from the fifties and early sixties. This song was written by Richard Carpenter and John Bettis (Richard's usual lyricist partner) as a commentary on that.
The carpenters bring back a lot of good memories growing up love them ❤❤❤❤
A maturely sensual woman's voice. I have been loving it since I was 17 in the very early 70's but now I'm 67. It immediately brings a smile and a tear at the same time . I know most of the words to all her songs and often sing along ( when I'm alone ). I dream of a universe where you are still alive and treating everyone with more of that silky smooth caress people call a voice.
Karen Carpenter was the Super Star. She sang about it but she was the Superstar.... God Bless...
Gorgeous, gorgeous performance by Karen- one of my favorites. Thanks for telling us how you feel and for keeping Karen's songs alive in your generation.
That first line 👌
I still remember hearing the Carpenters for the first time on my older brothers reel to reel stereo in my parents home. I was blown away by their singing. This was around 1979.
And to this day I'm still blown away when I hear them.
My favorite one,thank you so much.
I wish she could see herself like we see her I cried for days when she died