If I had a youngster now I would give them music lessons,instrument of their choice or vocal training. It is such a healthy hobby,for some a career. Nonetheless,if they were to never make a career of it,the more one knows about music,the more one appreciates it. Karen’s voice was so warm and smooth and she knew how to be expressive with it. It was a shock to hear she had died at only 32 years old in 1983.
It was said of Karen Carpenter that she could sing the phonebook...and she probably would have...had she lived longer!! Love her then an still today her music moves me down to my soul,rip K.C.
Watch the video by John Cooksey from 5 yrs ago. 2 minute of woman singing a Karen Carpenter song "I know I need to be in Love" and showing babies reaction. I don't know what is more beautiful, the song (and her voice sounding similar to Karen's) or the cute baby.
The saddest thing is that Karen never felt good enough, thin enough or pretty enough. She starved herself to death for lack of love. RIP Sweet Karen. We love you.
Jaybriel Akoi Her brother is her backup singer and herself. They were the first singers to do the “stacking” of the voices. And you are totally right...we lost it all after the 90s
Her voice can literally make you cry. “Autotune is jealous of Karen Carpenter.” Also if you notice her shoulder is moving while she’s singing as she was a drummer too.
>Also if you notice her shoulder is moving while she’s singing as she was a drummer too. She's playing the drums in the video, how could anybody not notice?
My dude, your heart is from my era. I’m a child of the 70s and grew up with these fantastic artists. Face it, my friend. You’re one of us. Welcome! 💋💋💋
agreed.. greatest female voice of love and romance songs ever.. looking for love, finding love and losing love.. thee ULTIMATE singer who sang TO YOU NOT AT YOU.....
I loved how much her voice touched you, trust me you aren't alone she had the affect on millions of people. I get chills listening to the Carpenter's because I was a teen in the 70's and they were as good as it gets. Very sad day when she passed away. RIP Karen, thanks for sharing your amazing gift!
Agreed. I was a mere child when the Carpenters ruled the airwaves but even then I felt I was listening to an Angel singing to me through the radio. I guess I've always loved her. It wasn't until much later when I could fully sense both the sadness that tinged that beautiful voice. RIP Karen.
She was given plenty of credit, the Carpenters were a massive act in the 70's. They only faded because of Karen's horribly untimely death. I didn't know anyone ( I was a rock fan like my friends ) that didn't think she had an amazing voice. I have noticed however that they keep popping up all the time, so I'm sure they'll be around forever.
@@direnova6284 It's a common thing nowadays...you'll see it on lots of music videos....they are underrated....they didn't get the credit they deserved etc....The Carpenters were huge and Karen is considered one of the finest voices of all time.
I get chills with EVERY Carpenters' song! You're right...Today's music cannot come close to the quality of what I grew up with. The repetitive notes and lack of musicality is an embarrassment to your generation. This is best brother and sister duo EVER! Karen's voice will never be matched by anyone else! And Richard's arrangements and keyboard skills are off the charts!
Please don't get embarrassed,but you are a really remarkable young man.In all my 73 years (in UK) I have never met someone who is willing to listen to such a wide range of music,and be so moved by them.Please keep listening and loving the music.Well done Gordon.
Yes, I agree. We can love the music of generations before ours. I understand being frustrated with today's music but every time has its eternal compositions and songs. We don't really make classical music the same we did back in the day too. You just have to keep looking for the gems that are there in all times in different genres.
JB You are listening to the greatest female voice ever. From the greatest decades of music ever the 50s 60s 70s and maybe the 80s. Since then music has died.
Talent transcends all age groups, races and nationalities. I admire this gentleman for being able to evaluate a song his peers would ignore. His world enlightened by seeing all the beauty around him.
When i ran a recording studio, there were 2 types of vocalists. those who worshiped Karen Carpenter and those who had their minds blown when I introduced them to her music
TANTRUMGASM - Richard called her voice magical. I prefer God given. Her voice (OMG, that sound!!) touched the very depths of your soul like no voice I have EVER heard. I am a 63 year old retired singer and I fall into the category of a Karen Carpenter worshipper.
@@danmyers9372 I have been in the Music Biz for about 35 years, and her voice is still the most beautiful instrument I have ever heard.....there is no second place
Sweetheart I wish you were my grandson. People my age, who grew up in the 70's ask the same thing. Where is the talent? Thank you for appreciating our music.
The 70's was the best decade for music...I was a teen then, I miss those days, life was amazing....the freedom was incredible....all i listen to is 70's music....best memories of my life!
I hear ya Baba. I was a teen just starting what would be my full time career in music. I was inspired by the amazing tunes that were coming from all directions. We were definitely in the midst of one of the best musical times ever. History has now proven that.
'70s easily the best decade for pop music period. Even the crap songs from the '70s smoke today's music. By the way Karen Carpenter=best pop female vocalist of all time hands down.
I was a teenager in the 70s too. So much great music and most had their own sound. Karen sang like an angel. No one has ever had the same beautiful, pure and soulful voice. It was devastating when she passed.
I'm so with you on Karen Carpenter. Her voice is pure silk. No need for runs or vibrato. Just hit the note and hold it. Their version of the Beatles Ticket to Ride is delicious. And you can never go wrong with Close to You and I'll Never Fall In Love Again.
Her voice just reaches through your soul. There is no current comparison. She needed no flash or technology. AND so rare for a female drummer in that era. Love your reaction 👏👏
One producer said that he was shocked doing 1 take runs Basically she did the vocals so perfect they didn't need to try again or get samples She's got what many good singers don't: control
@Gizmo Balboa: In the music business back then, Karen Carpenter was known as “One Take Karen” because she usually only needed one time to get the recording right.
The Carpenters got so much AirPlay in the 70s, I had forgotten how beautifully Karen sang. Such a natural, clear singing voice. Rich with melody. There isn’t anything being produced today that I know of that comes close.
I grew up in the 70s a die hard Led Zeppelin fan. Unfortunately, for some reason, back in those days a "real" Zeppelin fan wasn't even supposed to acknowledge the angelic voice of Karen Carpenter. I always did. Wasn't allowed to admit it to my fellow Zeppelin freaks though. She was the most beautiful voice I ever heard, sadly she flew "under the radar" in the 70s. She's flying around in heaven now singing to her creator. He's lucky.
When I think back to when I was growing up in the sixties and seventies I realise how lucky I was to hear all the great singers that were around at that time. Real talent that I took for granted at the time. It is only since I have listened to the reaction videos on you tube from people like yourself that I can fully appreciate what I had. It makes me wonder what went wrong, what changed, that there is no (or very little) real music around anymore. It makes me sad for the younger generation that are growing up without knowing what real voices, real singers, sound like and what real music is.
Sanni Epstein This is EXACTLY why I got into Kpop. I am 50 and love the melodic songs of the 70s and 80s. I’ve been so over the modern pop music. No instrumental/compositional sophistication, mostly the same three notes sung over and over, and lots of repetition of one or two lines. Maybe throw a few girls twerking in the back and BAM. You’ve got yourself a modern-day MV. When I discovered Kpop in late 2011, I was delighted to find poetic lyrical content and melodies I could hum and whistle to when they weren’t using English. (I’ve since learned some Korean vocabulary so I can join in more.) My favorite group is BTS, but I enjoy many, many groups and soloists. There are some really unique voices there.
JB, you were born way late in this century. You should have been "on that scene" when all of that wonderful music came down. You do excellent work, JB. Thank you
She's a heartbreaker, bro. It's so impressive to see her lay out on those drums and effortlessly belt out those lyrics with that passion. A generational talent, to be sure.
I remember as a young child (I was born in 1962) riding in the car to our summer vacation place, listening to The Carpenters in the back seat at night and drifting off to sleep to her voice.
I’m so delighted to see your reaction to Karen Carpenters voice. I’m 55... as a little girl I listened to The Carpenters on the radio in the kitchen as my Mom cooked dinner. That was 45 years ago... that her voice continues to impact young individuals hearing hear for the first time is quite remarkable. The Carpenters were considered “square” and squeaky clean when I was a teenager. I absolutely LOVE that in 2021 young music enthusiasts APPRECIATE her unmatched vocals and the arrangements that Richard Carpenter put together. Thank you for your reaction 🙏🏼♥️
Karen Carpenter .... a once in the history of human kind voice. Taken from the world too soon. I remember the Carpenters as a young child ... missing them like family.
The Carpenters were among my favorite groups back when they were coming up and throughout their short time. No other female had the sheer vocal range Karen did and her tonal quality was absolutely pure. Still kills me inside the way she died and I'll never forget the day her death was announced in the news. So little was known about anorexia at that time. Karen was the best there ever was.
One of the greatest singers of my lifetime, and she use to categorize herself, as a drummer, who could sing. Her voice is angelic. I've been a fan, from the beginning.
You’re in point when you say your mad. There’s no one who has even come close to these two. It’ll never be the same. I’m thankful I was alive to enjoy her and many more!
What a voice. The tone and phrasing of her vocals are pure perfection. Never heard her hit a bad note live. It was impossible to tell her studio from live performances with your eyes closed.
Your reaction is priceless. So happy younger people are appreciating KC. Her voice is unsurpassed and still resonates with me. I've been a fan since I was a kid in the 70s and The Carpenters always remind me of that time, but she truly is timeless.
My daughter came to me when she was about 5 or 6 years old, sat on my lap, and told me she was feeling sad. I asked her why, but, just like in this song, "Nothing was really wrong". I told her sometimes listening to a sad song can cheer you up, because it helps you let out your emotions. I suggested she listen to *"Rainy Days and Mondays",* because it described exactly what she was feeling. After she listened to it, I could hear her in her room singing it over and over. It cheered her up, indeed, and she was beaming shortly after that. I also felt good that she came to me, "the one who loved her", when she was sad, just like in the song. This also reminds me of another song you might want to react to: *"Song, Sung Blue",* written and sung by *Neil Diamond.* It includes a line about sad songs sometimes helping to cheer you up.
Having lived through the 50's, 60's, 70;s and the beginning of the 80's, to be the greatest music ever and Karen Carpenter was the top of the list. Back then it was real music with real emotions in the songs.
I get your jealousy, wanting to have lived in those times. I think I took it for granted until I watched all these amazing singers through your eyes. Thank you for that❣
Rowena Nunn - LOL, you must have “enjoyed” the 60’s-70’s a little too much cause it has affected your memory! Every generation has good and bad music and the 70’s is no exception (I am 64 btw). Did you forget disco and awful groups like KC and his (3 chord) Band? The Captain and Tennille? I will stop now before I make myself ill.
Pena Que Essa Cantora Morreu Uma Voz Tão Linda Dessa É Quase Impossível Existir outra Fico Imaginando Ela Cantando Bossa Nova Meu Deus Seria Um Blinde A Arte Da Música
@@SPAMDAGGER22 Karen and her touring drummer Cubby O'Brien once went to see a Buddy Rich concert together. O'Brien knew Buddy so they went backstage and he introduced her. Buddy said "Karen Carpenter, do you know that you're one of my favorite drummers?". Buddy Rich seldom complimented ANYBODY. There's also the story, as told by their bassist Joe Osborn, of how they recorded "Yesterday Once More". Richard Carpenter didn't like the first half of the song so the band assumed they would have to rerecord the whole thing. Richard said they could just do the first half and splice the tapes together. This was a generation before Pro Tools and click tracks existed so Osborn didn't believe they could play it again consistently enough to match. Richard insisted, they recut the first half and put the two tapes together. The tempo was perfect and meshed seamlessly.
So glad you have found the Carpenters. So glad a new generation is enjoying their sound and appreciating it. Your generation does have this talent you just have to go to the live musical theatre arena. There is amazing talent. No auto-tune there.
Thank you for another great reaction JB. As someone who grew up with this music in the 70s (my dad used to put Carpenters records on every Sunday morning), I am so pleased that you have been able to hear and appreciate it too. There was no one else who sounded quite like Karen Carpenter and in today's world of people rushing around and with everything feeling so hectic, her voice is much needed to calm and soothe us as we try and get through the day. Please try another couple of their songs, 'Goodbye to Love' and 'I Won't Last a Day Without You'. I am sure you will find them equally powerful. Thanks again JB :)
The dark and distant days of the 1970s, and the Carpenters [especially Karen], was one of the shining lights of that decade. Brings back to me so many memories of growing up as a kid back then, and my mother cooking in the kitchen as she listened to one of the Carpenters songs on the radio. Karen Carpenter died way before her time. R.I.P, Karen.
Take it from an old dude who lived through all of this greatness, the talent is there, but the music biz is the problem. The talent is here in TH-cam. There's sooo much young talent here but you gotta seek it out bc it doesn't cone to us like it used to
JBL, Your reaction at 6:12 is priceless. When you think there is no way Karen could top herself, ,she does. When Karen sings 'Alll-waays geeeets' on the final refrain. Well (IMHO), you are as close to hearing vocal perfection as humanly possible. Karen is always fantastic, but those 2 words 'always gets' are beyond gorgeous. You're hearing true greatness. Your new found respect for The Carpenters in general, and for Karen in particular, is both apparent, and refreshing. Fantastic video my friend. Keep up the fine work. RNB
Karen's use of vibrato on the word 'ge-e-et ' in the final refrain (6:13) is impeccable. Her vocal quavers sound perfectly timed with the songs beat. Her time keeping drumming sensibilities and her unmatchable voice coalesced in 3 shimmering beats. A voice for the ages. RNB
The arrangement is so polished and beautiful too- her brother payed every instrument in most recordings- her voice is other worldly perfection- genuine, clear as a bell.
Young man, I am so happy you love The Carpenters music. They were so talented- Karen Carpenter.....priceless, one of a kind. The background vocals are actually Karen being recorded on 16 separate tracks. Her brother was the genius producer of their sound.
I so agree with you, it shouldnt be about how good looking you are it should be about how well you sing....Think about american idol at the try outs, how many great singers get passed over cause they are fat or not cute enough and the very pretty girls and cute guys who flirt with the judges get through to hollywood and they cant sing a note....its really 😥 sad.
You're right about the music today!!! There was actual talent back in their day. I was so lucky to grow up at this time in music. You had to have more than just being a 20 year old fluff of cotton candy.The musicianship was definitely at a much higher bar, and you could be older too. I see today that it takes 8-10 people to write a 2 sentence song. Crazy!! A lot of these folks wouldn't have made it through the front door of a recording studio. Hopefully the tide will turn and Real Music will be demanded once again!! Make sure you're showing you kids. They have a chance of retrieving the torch and to bring back good music.
"for all we know", "superstar", "bless the beasts and the children", "solitaire" "hurting each other", "merry christmas darling", .. and pretty much well actually anything she ever sang! the most purest, beautiful, moving, intimate rich voice ever, the ULTIMATE singer who sang TO YOU NOT at you.. greatest female singer of love and romance songs ever! looking for love, finding love and losing love..
tom schmitz It’s understandable. The Carpenters had so many great songs. My friend in L.A. was Karen’s God Daughter before she died. She dated my bass player in the early 2000s when she was attending UC Berkeley.
Your brain is the same as mine. There are certain songs and melodies and voices that combine for just the perfect experience. I would also further recommend these other Carpenter's tunes: "We've Only Just Begun", "Superstar", "Hurting Each Other", and "Goodbye to Love". All genuine ear candy.
I fell in love with her voice when I was very young. I was 9 when I heard her for the first time. I have all their records. I was moved by your reactions, and a bit jealous. I was jealous to feel as much as you did, but then I also celebrate it. You're starting to realize what we, in the boomer generation, understand what we mean about today's music.
Ur hitting the nail SPOT ON the head!!! Where is the talent indeed?! That’s the question!! She was indeed great n underrated. Always sang well n deeply within her range n maxed it out. Sensitive soul! I could tell she was speaking to u.
Paul McCartney and John Lennon have both stated that her voice was the best that they ever heard. High praise.
“Where’s the talent at in this generation?” Amen, brother. Her voice is as smooth as silk.
If I had a youngster now I would give them music lessons,instrument of their choice or vocal training. It is such a healthy hobby,for some a career. Nonetheless,if they were to never make a career of it,the more one knows about music,the more one appreciates it.
Karen’s voice was so warm and smooth and she knew how to be expressive with it. It was a shock to hear she had died at only 32 years old in 1983.
It was said of Karen Carpenter that she could sing the phonebook...and she probably would have...had she lived longer!! Love her then an still today her music moves me down to my soul,rip K.C.
Adele just may be equivalent to Karen Carpenter as far as voice quality.
I know right. That womans voice is straight up lethal.
Angelina Jordan, look her up.
Karen Carpenter is one of the very best EVER. One of the purest and most perfect voices of all time.
@land otter1 NOBODY sounds just like her...
@land otter1 That would be Keiko. The Japanese hear her sing and say Karen Carpenter is BACK!!!
Watch the video by John Cooksey from 5 yrs ago. 2 minute of woman singing a Karen Carpenter song "I know I need to be in Love" and showing babies reaction. I don't know what is more beautiful, the song (and her voice sounding similar to Karen's) or the cute baby.
No auto tune.Todays popettes wouldnt get a job cleaning hwr bathroom
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He fell in love with her voice. You aren't alone my friend.
All people fall in love with her voice. She is one of a kind
Me too
No dubbing just the greatest female voice EVER
Karen Carpenter arguably has more fans now than she ever did, because nobody who listens to her voice can hate it.
The saddest thing is that Karen never felt good enough, thin enough or pretty enough. She starved herself to death for lack of love. RIP Sweet Karen. We love you.
Crazy to think that as well. SHe was awesome.
That is the absolute truth! But remember the music industry made the women in the 60s, 70s and 80s(not sure about 90s) feel that way.
J OneLife
For all singers
Jaybriel Akoi
Her brother is her backup singer and herself. They were the first singers to do the “stacking” of the voices.
And you are totally right...we lost it all after the 90s
@@joannacianfarani0412 Look for Les Paul & Mary Ford. They were doing music & vocals back in the 60s. Doubling vocals and guitars.
It's ok bro, we loved her too
@Kirk Vandegrift : and still do.
...always will.
And we did all those same "wows". She blew us away too.
These guys are so used to hearing that hip-hop shit, they don't know real music when they hear it! Welcome!
I agree with you , today's music is crap.
Her voice can literally make you cry.
“Autotune is jealous of Karen Carpenter.”
Also if you notice her shoulder is moving while she’s singing as she was a drummer too.
She considered herself a drummer who happened to sing.
BT Brewton 1086 That’s true.
>Also if you notice her shoulder is moving while she’s singing as she was a drummer too.
She's playing the drums in the video, how could anybody not notice?
Absolutely! There was no auto tune or over-dubbing in the 70's. This is as pure as music can get. I know, because I'm also a musician.
Karen Carpenter's voice is the reason why AutoTune was created
My dude, your heart is from my era. I’m a child of the 70s and grew up with these fantastic artists. Face it, my friend. You’re one of us. Welcome! 💋💋💋
Dude, you're lucky. I'm learning about this womans awesomeness right now.
Love it, welcome!
Karen Carpenter's voice makes me cry everytime. So unbelievably beautiful. Her brother was also a brilliant musician, songwriter, and arranger.
Yep...Richard was the brains behind this outfit. At the time I just thought he was the piano player.
Yes. Tears.
The best female voice ever recorded for this style of music. She beats them all hands down.
agreed.. greatest female voice of love and romance songs ever.. looking for love, finding love and losing love.. thee ULTIMATE singer who sang TO YOU NOT AT YOU.....
I loved how much her voice touched you, trust me you aren't alone she had the affect on millions of people. I get chills listening to the Carpenter's because I was a teen in the 70's and they were as good as it gets. Very sad day when she passed away. RIP Karen, thanks for sharing your amazing gift!
Agreed. I was a mere child when the Carpenters ruled the airwaves but even then I felt I was listening to an Angel singing to me through the radio. I guess I've always loved her. It wasn't until much later when I could fully sense both the sadness that tinged that beautiful voice. RIP Karen.
She was better than ever given credit for 😔
You may know this. But if you like singing while playing drums. Try One of These Nights- Eagles
Missing her and her holiday shows. Gone to soon. Gone because she had an unhealthy view of her body 😭
She was given plenty of credit, the Carpenters were a massive act in the 70's. They only faded because of Karen's horribly untimely death. I didn't know anyone ( I was a rock fan like my friends ) that didn't think she had an amazing voice. I have noticed however that they keep popping up all the time, so I'm sure they'll be around forever.
@@direnova6284 It's a common thing nowadays...you'll see it on lots of music videos....they are underrated....they didn't get the credit they deserved etc....The Carpenters were huge and Karen is considered one of the finest voices of all time.
@Helen John's. PARTICULARLY by her mother.
I get chills with EVERY Carpenters' song! You're right...Today's music cannot come close to the quality of what I grew up with. The repetitive notes and lack of musicality is an embarrassment to your generation. This is best brother and sister duo EVER! Karen's voice will never be matched by anyone else! And Richard's arrangements and keyboard skills are off the charts!
She may have been sad, but made the whole world happy!..
Please don't get embarrassed,but you are a really remarkable young man.In all my 73 years (in UK) I have never met someone who is willing to listen to such a wide range of music,and be so moved by them.Please keep listening and loving the music.Well done Gordon.
You are absolutely right about todays music...thats why i stay in the past...love your reaction💖
Born 1950, I stay in the past also.
That’s all I can and want to do is stay in and relive the past!! ♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
Yep!
Lovely reaction to this beautiful angel's voice, she died far too young. My mum and I loved the Carpenters.
One of the best all-time female voices as far as I'm concerned. Another one we lost way too soon. Check out Superstar, that's a great song
That and For All We Know are my faves!
And Goodbye to Love, no one has reacted to that.
Nor Top of the World, as far as I can tell :)
Beautiful Voice
Hello!!! I also suggest that you buy all Carpenters albums.
We are so lucky to be living in a time when we can go back in time and listen to such a wonderful voice.
I remember being a kid and having to wait to watch things on mtv and vh1. TH-cam is awesomeness.
Yes, I agree. We can love the music of generations before ours. I understand being frustrated with today's music but every time has its eternal compositions and songs. We don't really make classical music the same we did back in the day too. You just have to keep looking for the gems that are there in all times in different genres.
One of the few voices that gives me the chills every time I hear her sing.
Speaks the truth!
Me too !! You clearly have xlnt taste !
Pure Beauty.... was Karen
JB You are listening to the greatest female voice ever. From the greatest decades of music ever the 50s 60s 70s and maybe the 80s. Since then music has died.
Talent transcends all age groups, races and nationalities. I admire this gentleman for being able to evaluate a song his peers would ignore. His world enlightened by seeing all the beauty around him.
She was only in her early twenties here, sounds like she had been singing for 50 years..so sad that she should still be..
When i ran a recording studio, there were 2 types of vocalists.
those who worshiped Karen Carpenter
and those who had their minds blown when I introduced them to her music
TANTRUMGASM - Richard called her voice magical. I prefer God given. Her voice (OMG, that sound!!) touched the very depths of your soul like no voice I have EVER heard. I am a 63 year old retired singer and I fall into the category of a Karen Carpenter worshipper.
@@danmyers9372 I have been in the Music Biz for about 35 years, and her voice is still the most beautiful instrument I have ever heard.....there is no second place
@@TANTRUMGASM oh, there's second place ... and it's way far behind.
Tantrumgasm - Her voice, particularly her low range literally gives me the quivers.
TANTRUMGASM Have you listened to Tracy Thorn? not as well known but a very emoting dark voice as well
I have been listening to Karens voice for 45 years,The most beautiful voice in the history of music hands down male or female! R.I.P. Sweet Karen!
Sweetheart I wish you were my grandson. People my age, who grew up in the 70's ask the same thing.
Where is the talent?
Thank you for appreciating our music.
Karen Carpenter is the real deal. A musician and a vocalist. She was a gift and she left us much to soon but oh what she gave lives forever.
She was talented, a shame, never another voice like that.
I have a notion to second that emotion !!
The 70's was the best decade for music...I was a teen then, I miss those days, life was amazing....the freedom was incredible....all i listen to is 70's music....best memories of my life!
Baba D We grew up at the best time. Life was amazing. music WAS life. ❤️
I hear ya Baba. I was a teen just starting what would be my full time career in music. I was inspired by the amazing tunes that were coming from all directions. We were definitely in the midst of one of the best musical times ever. History has now proven that.
'70s easily the best decade for pop music period. Even the crap songs from the '70s smoke today's music. By the way Karen Carpenter=best pop female vocalist of all time hands down.
Yeah. I got a car with satellite radio last year. I have it on the 70's channel almost all of the time.
Actually the 50s-70s were the best decades of nonstop great music.
When I was a teenager in the"70" I never thought that we have this kind of music anymore. I miss it too.
Same here.
I heard that.
I was a teenager in the 70s too. So much great music and most had their own sound. Karen sang like an angel. No one has ever had the same beautiful, pure and soulful voice. It was devastating when she passed.
I'm so with you on Karen Carpenter. Her voice is pure silk. No need for runs or vibrato. Just hit the note and hold it. Their version of the Beatles Ticket to Ride is delicious. And you can never go wrong with Close to You and I'll Never Fall In Love Again.
Karen has one of the purest voices I ever heard. Love this song .
agreed
Her voice just reaches through your soul. There is no current comparison. She needed no flash or technology. AND so rare for a female drummer in that era. Love your reaction 👏👏
Perfection. The recorded BEST alto voice of all time
She considered herself a drummer who sang. She was incredible. I'm happy to see younger people appreciating her.
One producer said that he was shocked doing 1 take runs
Basically she did the vocals so perfect they didn't need to try again or get samples
She's got what many good singers don't: control
@Gizmo Balboa: In the music business back then, Karen Carpenter was known as “One Take Karen” because she usually only needed one time to get the recording right.
Perfect pitch
I feel ya bro. Karen Carpenter’s voice haunted me through my childhood. When she sang, I melted.
Karen Carpenter's voice is so good, she could sing the phone book snd everyone would be mesmerized. You cannot not stop and listen to her.
If she sang the phone book, I'd buy the record/cd.
The most incredible voice ever.....and by all accounts a wonderful person, too.
Best female voice she sounds like an angel
The Carpenters got so much AirPlay in the 70s, I had forgotten how beautifully Karen sang.
Such a natural, clear singing voice. Rich with melody. There isn’t anything being produced today
that I know of that comes close.
I grew up in the 70s a die hard Led Zeppelin fan. Unfortunately, for some reason, back in those days a "real" Zeppelin fan wasn't even supposed to acknowledge the angelic voice of Karen Carpenter. I always did. Wasn't allowed to admit it to my fellow Zeppelin freaks though. She was the most beautiful voice I ever heard, sadly she flew "under the radar" in the 70s. She's flying around in heaven now singing to her creator. He's lucky.
When I think back to when I was growing up in the sixties and seventies I realise how lucky I was to hear all the great singers that were around at that time. Real talent that I took for granted at the time.
It is only since I have listened to the reaction videos on you tube from people like yourself that I can fully appreciate what I had. It makes me wonder what went wrong, what changed, that there is no (or very little) real music around anymore.
It makes me sad for the younger generation that are growing up without knowing what real voices, real singers, sound like and what real music is.
So so true...♡
Look eastward, to Dimash and the new Korean and Chinese singers.
Sanni Epstein This is EXACTLY why I got into Kpop. I am 50 and love the melodic songs of the 70s and 80s. I’ve been so over the modern pop music. No instrumental/compositional sophistication, mostly the same three notes sung over and over, and lots of repetition of one or two lines. Maybe throw a few girls twerking in the back and BAM. You’ve got yourself a modern-day MV.
When I discovered Kpop in late 2011, I was delighted to find poetic lyrical content and melodies I could hum and whistle to when they weren’t using English. (I’ve since learned some Korean vocabulary so I can join in more.) My favorite group is BTS, but I enjoy many, many groups and soloists. There are some really unique voices there.
The One and Only voice of an ANGEL!! Simply the VOICE of the 70"s. There is no other voice that can come close to hers! RIP Karen
Karen had such a hauntingly beautiful voice. Another great artist who died too early.
JB, you were born way late in this century. You should have been "on that scene" when all of that wonderful music came down. You do excellent work, JB. Thank you
Her voice is like butter. 🙂❤️
I'm getting verklempt....🤗
catman pc lol 😆
It melts every heart of listeners
Her voice is like honey.
I'm a vegan so I'll agree and say top drawer soya...
The best female voice ever in my opinion
She's a heartbreaker, bro. It's so impressive to see her lay out on those drums and effortlessly belt out those lyrics with that passion. A generational talent, to be sure.
Talent is right. Karen was an unbelievable talent. You'll have to look a long time to find another Karen and Richard Carpenter... God Bless.
I remember as a young child (I was born in 1962) riding in the car to our summer vacation place, listening to The Carpenters in the back seat at night and drifting off to sleep to her voice.
I’m so delighted to see your reaction to Karen Carpenters voice. I’m 55... as a little girl I listened to The Carpenters on the radio in the kitchen as my Mom cooked dinner. That was 45 years ago... that her voice continues to impact young individuals hearing hear for the first time is quite remarkable. The Carpenters were considered “square” and squeaky clean when I was a teenager. I absolutely LOVE that in 2021 young music enthusiasts APPRECIATE her unmatched vocals and the arrangements that Richard Carpenter put together. Thank you for your reaction 🙏🏼♥️
💖 love Miss Karen. RIP 💐 sweetheart.
Karen Carpenter .... a once in the history of human kind voice. Taken from the world too soon. I remember the Carpenters as a young child ... missing them like family.
The Carpenters were among my favorite groups back when they were coming up and throughout their short time. No other female had the sheer vocal range Karen did and her tonal quality was absolutely pure. Still kills me inside the way she died and I'll never forget the day her death was announced in the news. So little was known about anorexia at that time. Karen was the best there ever was.
Ya, anorexia was just so new. I remember it was becoming a known thing when i was a kid.
One of the best voices the world has ever known. Karen Carpenter was a singing angel. I wish she was still with us. She left us way too soon.
You are an old soul, my friend. Don't lose that.
One of the greatest singers of my lifetime, and she use to categorize herself, as a drummer, who could sing. Her voice is angelic. I've been a fan, from the beginning.
I love her voice. Angelic. So sad her death was so tragic 😢
I feel the same way ! A wonderfully angelic voice ! And her early passing was so incredibly tragic. Thank you for your comment !
You’re in point when you say your mad. There’s no one who has even come close to these two. It’ll never be the same. I’m thankful I was alive to enjoy her and many more!
Karen Carpenter's voice is incomparable! IMO she's the best female voice of all time!
What a voice. The tone and phrasing of her vocals are pure perfection. Never heard her hit a bad note live. It was impossible to tell her studio from live performances with your eyes closed.
Her voice has always mesmerized me.
Your reaction is priceless. So happy younger people are appreciating KC. Her voice is unsurpassed and still resonates with me. I've been a fan since I was a kid in the 70s and The Carpenters always remind me of that time, but she truly is timeless.
I really feel sometimes that the singers that make a huge impact on us and then die is a temporary angel on earth . No one can be at there level,,
Can't believe that if you lived We've only just begun so much you haven't listened to this one since!!!!
My daughter came to me when she was about 5 or 6 years old, sat on my lap, and told me she was feeling sad. I asked her why, but, just like in this song, "Nothing was really wrong".
I told her sometimes listening to a sad song can cheer you up, because it helps you let out your emotions. I suggested she listen to *"Rainy Days and Mondays",* because it described exactly what she was feeling.
After she listened to it, I could hear her in her room singing it over and over. It cheered her up, indeed, and she was beaming shortly after that. I also felt good that she came to me, "the one who loved her", when she was sad, just like in the song.
This also reminds me of another song you might want to react to: *"Song, Sung Blue",* written and sung by *Neil Diamond.*
It includes a line about sad songs sometimes helping to cheer you up.
People say some songs make them cry when they actually mean some songs let them cry.
@@palomarodriguez3308 Totally true. The experience is cathartic. I've found this true for myself.
Thank you for sharing that memory. 💕
What a lovely story😍
not only could she sing but she could beat the hell out of the drums even at the same time
Having lived through the 50's, 60's, 70;s and the beginning of the 80's, to be the greatest music ever and Karen Carpenter was the top of the list. Back then it was real music with real emotions in the songs.
She will get you, in the end. She always does. I was 9, when this came out. How lucky was I. The wonderful 70's.
I get your jealousy, wanting to have lived in those times. I think I took it for granted until I watched all these amazing singers through your eyes. Thank you for that❣
@D.Tanya I meant those days. I grew up in the 70's the music in the 60's and 70's was actual music✌😀
I grew up in the 70s and not sure I understood then how great this was.
Rowena Nunn - LOL, you must have “enjoyed” the 60’s-70’s a little too much cause it has affected your memory! Every generation has good and bad music and the 70’s is no exception (I am 64 btw). Did you forget disco and awful groups like KC and his (3 chord) Band? The Captain and Tennille? I will stop now before I make myself ill.
lucky to listen to it with fresh ears! :)
We were so blessed to grow up listening to this kind of music
Your listening to the best female voice ever pure angelic
Pena Que Essa Cantora Morreu Uma Voz Tão Linda Dessa É Quase Impossível Existir outra Fico Imaginando Ela Cantando Bossa Nova Meu Deus Seria Um Blinde A Arte Da Música
And shes playing the drums while singing. Mad skills.
If you check out some of her drumming videos you will see she is almost as good on the kit as she is a singer!
@@SPAMDAGGER22 Karen and her touring drummer Cubby O'Brien once went to see a Buddy Rich concert together. O'Brien knew Buddy so they went backstage and he introduced her. Buddy said "Karen Carpenter, do you know that you're one of my favorite drummers?". Buddy Rich seldom complimented ANYBODY.
There's also the story, as told by their bassist Joe Osborn, of how they recorded "Yesterday Once More". Richard Carpenter didn't like the first half of the song so the band assumed they would have to rerecord the whole thing. Richard said they could just do the first half and splice the tapes together. This was a generation before Pro Tools and click tracks existed so Osborn didn't believe they could play it again consistently enough to match. Richard insisted, they recut the first half and put the two tapes together. The tempo was perfect and meshed seamlessly.
Some of your very best reactions are you reacting to Karen Carpenter.....look at the views they are in the THOUSANDS......More Carpenters JB!!!
Her voice is angelic! She calms me!
So glad you have found the Carpenters. So glad a new generation is enjoying their sound and appreciating it. Your generation does have this talent you just have to go to the live musical theatre arena. There is amazing talent. No auto-tune there.
Thank you for another great reaction JB. As someone who grew up with this music in the 70s (my dad used to put Carpenters records on every Sunday morning), I am so pleased that you have been able to hear and appreciate it too. There was no one else who sounded quite like Karen Carpenter and in today's world of people rushing around and with everything feeling so hectic, her voice is much needed to calm and soothe us as we try and get through the day. Please try another couple of their songs, 'Goodbye to Love' and 'I Won't Last a Day Without You'. I am sure you will find them equally powerful. Thanks again JB :)
She has that raw talent and emotion. She feels a lot of the songs she sings. Looking back a lot of the songs seem like a cry for help.
The dark and distant days of the 1970s, and the Carpenters [especially Karen], was one of the shining lights of that decade. Brings back to me so many memories of growing up as a kid back then, and my mother cooking in the kitchen as she listened to one of the Carpenters songs on the radio. Karen Carpenter died way before her time. R.I.P, Karen.
not a singer out there that could take her place , her voice was so pure , this song is my favorite always gets me .
The world lost a magical voice when she passed away. She was a beautiful Lady, and it was so easy to get lost in the soothing sound of her voice.
Take it from an old dude who lived through all of this greatness, the talent is there, but the music biz is the problem. The talent is here in TH-cam. There's sooo much young talent here but you gotta seek it out bc it doesn't cone to us like it used to
JBL, Your reaction at 6:12 is priceless. When you think there is no way Karen could top herself, ,she does. When Karen sings 'Alll-waays geeeets' on the final refrain. Well (IMHO), you are as close to hearing vocal perfection as humanly possible. Karen is always fantastic, but those 2 words 'always gets' are beyond gorgeous. You're hearing true greatness. Your new found respect for The Carpenters in general, and for Karen in particular, is both apparent, and refreshing. Fantastic video my friend. Keep up the fine work. RNB
Most music from the 60s/70s has an 'organic' quality. Today's music sounds comes off more processed. (IMHO) RNB
A voice that lifts spirits, and melts hearts. Karen Carpenter Mar 3 1950 - Feb 4 1983
Karen's use of vibrato on the word 'ge-e-et ' in the final refrain (6:13) is impeccable. Her vocal quavers sound perfectly timed with the songs beat. Her time keeping drumming sensibilities and her unmatchable voice coalesced in 3 shimmering beats. A voice for the ages. RNB
The arrangement is so polished and beautiful too- her brother payed every instrument in most recordings- her voice is other worldly perfection- genuine, clear as a bell.
She definitely had the voice of a angel 😍
Her music should be shared with all Generations.. but for those of us that grew up with her music.. she will always be Ours.
Young man, I am so happy you love The Carpenters music. They were so talented- Karen Carpenter.....priceless, one of a kind. The background vocals are actually Karen being recorded on 16 separate tracks. Her brother was the genius producer of their sound.
So nice to see the younger generation appreciate real talent!
hey great reactions, I really think you will love SUPERSTAR
YOU are amazing!....i cry when i hear karen carpenter..i just can't help it......beauty voice
when the performers looks/image became more important than their talent was when music started to lose it's soul
I so agree with you, it shouldnt be about how good looking you are it should be about how well you sing....Think about american idol at the try outs, how many great singers get passed over cause they are fat or not cute enough and the very pretty girls and cute guys who flirt with the judges get through to hollywood and they cant sing a note....its really 😥 sad.
You're right about the music today!!! There was actual talent back in their day. I was so lucky to grow up at this time in music. You had to have more than just being a 20 year old fluff of cotton candy.The musicianship was definitely at a much higher bar, and you could be older too. I see today that it takes 8-10 people to write a 2 sentence song. Crazy!! A lot of these folks wouldn't have made it through the front door of a recording studio. Hopefully the tide will turn and Real Music will be demanded once again!! Make sure you're showing you kids. They have a chance of retrieving the torch and to bring back good music.
I love how you respect the old stuff,young man.
32 years old when she passed.. Her voice lives on.. Generations of people embrace her.. Love u KC
"for all we know", "superstar", "bless the beasts and the children", "solitaire" "hurting each other", "merry christmas darling", .. and pretty much well actually anything she ever sang! the most purest, beautiful, moving, intimate rich voice ever, the ULTIMATE singer who sang TO YOU NOT at you.. greatest female singer of love and romance songs ever! looking for love, finding love and losing love..
tom schmitz We’ve Only Just Begun
@@markabboud8564 your right, stupid me, how could i forget THAT song!...
tom schmitz It’s understandable. The Carpenters had so many great songs. My friend in L.A. was Karen’s God Daughter before she died. She dated my bass player in the early 2000s when she was attending UC Berkeley.
Your brain is the same as mine. There are certain songs and melodies and voices that combine for just the perfect experience. I would also further recommend these other Carpenter's tunes: "We've Only Just Begun", "Superstar", "Hurting Each Other", and "Goodbye to Love". All genuine ear candy.
I fell in love with her voice when I was very young. I was 9 when I heard her for the first time. I have all their records. I was moved by your reactions, and a bit jealous. I was jealous to feel as much as you did, but then I also celebrate it. You're starting to realize what we, in the boomer generation, understand what we mean about today's music.
Ur hitting the nail SPOT ON the head!!! Where is the talent indeed?! That’s the question!! She was indeed great n underrated. Always sang well n deeply within her range n maxed it out. Sensitive soul! I could tell she was speaking to u.