Thank you so much for liking and commenting here! Part 2 is HERE: THE STORY OF SOLITAIRE:Carpenters & Neil Sedaka ruclips.net/video/E3rE9KgQVDo/видео.htmlsi=O55L23qdph1D2Edi! Also Carpenter’s “A SONG for YOU” [Album DOCUMENTARY] ruclips.net/video/lmKLU3yNwS4/видео.html
Karen Carpenter's voice is literally therapy for the soul! She was always known as thee epitome of the vocalist (not just a great singer) who sang TO US NOT AT US!... Her brother called her voice "phono-genic".. Herb Alpert who signed them to A & M records, said it felt "like she was sitting in your lap singing only to you and for you!"....
There is no other singer, even the gretest ones, that could do what Karen did. She sounds better live and does so many of her greatest songs in the first take. God's angelic gift to us.❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
@popcornphilosopher I miss her so much. She soothes my soul and makes me cry tears of joy and sorrow. I ask you, popcorn philosopher, how can somebody I never knew touch me in this way? I am not sure. But something in her voice and persona makes me believe in angels and heaven. I am still to this day caught up in this angel's voice. Thank you gor responding it means so much to me. Hugs and blessings from Chuck in Durham NC
Listen to Tori Holub on youtube cove Karen's songs. THAT VOICE has come around again. I only had to wait 45 years to hear that voice again in an artist....
You, too. I still cry like a baby when I hear certain of her songs. Her voice gives me such peace, joy, and relaxation I have a major problem with anxiety and her voice is better than almost any medicine. It soothes my soul. Thank you, God, for Karen. May her voice and music reign forever.
Truly one of Karen's all time best recordings ever! She actually never liked the song, and said so (iknow!) Yet she actually recorded it in just one take. When she finished, the entire studio fell silent for a full five minutes, they were all so blown away. True story! Luv U, Karen!🙏🥰
I was only 13 when she died and I didn't know much about her at the time. Now I realize what an incredible singer she was and what a massive loss her death was for the world.
Greatest female voice of all time for me Ms. Philosopher. I cried the day she died. She was and remains an angel and a timeless voice for all ages and times. There are great female voices and then there is Karen Carpenter. One of kind and never to be heard again, but her music will be played as long as there are Human Beings. RIP Karen "Angel" Carpenter, we miss you dearly.
Yeah, it hits you from the beginning. I actually did a deep dive on this song. I don’t know if you saw it.Karen Carpenter’s “Solitaire” an Emotional Journey ruclips.net/video/E3rE9KgQVDo/видео.html
There was a banner on the front wall of the church where Karen's funeral was being held. It said, Forget the World, Just Give Me Jesus. Seeing that made me know where her forever home would be. God bless you, Karen Carpenter! 🙏
Solitaire was Karen's unrivaled First Take reading of an amazing song. In fact she hated it & then sang it like there was no tomorrow! Most singers are lips-to-mic close that I've seen. Karen was so much more than a simple explanation can portray? Listen to her astounding breath control, most notably on the 2nd verse. She starts with, "A little hope goes up in smoke ..& how it goes, goes without saying" .. drawing out the lyrics without taking one breath!
I believe she also did Superstar in one take? Such a talent! I think I once heard someone describe her voice as "velvet wrapped in silk." I think it fits well!
Stating that she "hated" it implies that you know her inner most thoughts better than those that knew her, in fact, that you know her thoughts Better than she, herself, did. It is only known, by the masses, that she had doubts about recording the song...pretending...that you know more than that is a, purely, irrelevant comment.
I agree with you!! Karen's voice will forever be unequaled and unmatched. Every song, every note she sings is a absolute glorious gift to us all who Loved her so much
Thank you Karen for ripping my heart out of my chest then gently pressing your lips against it. If you block out everything and just listen to her voice, you can feel the emotion and pain in her voice, which was the voice of an angel. This truly is my favorite song of hers. Karen and Linda Ronstadt are the two best female singers ever.
So very true! I don’t know if you saw there was a part two to this video Karen Carpenter’s “Solitaire” an Emotional Journey ruclips.net/video/E3rE9KgQVDo/видео.html
She was incredible. I knew every word to every song. She and her brother would just leave you breathless after every song. In my day there were no production tricks. All raw voices
Yes, so true! I did do some other carpenters videos if you didn’t see them Karen Carpenter’s “Solitaire” an Emotional Journey ruclips.net/video/E3rE9KgQVDo/видео.html The Hidden Struggles Behind Carpenter's Iconic Album ruclips.net/video/lmKLU3yNwS4/видео.html
Stunning reaction. Herb Alpert heard Karen's voice on a demo in 1969 and signed her brother, Richard, and her to A&M records. Karen received 3 or 4 Grammys in the 70s and sold over 80 million records by 1982. She was 1975 rock drummer of the year according to Playboy. Perhaps THE most beautiful voice-ever. She compels you to listen to her sing to you, not at you. KC's enunciated emotion almost always had a haunting timber. No auto-tune or gimmicks. No professional voice or drum instruction. She was known by the studios as 'one take'. She rarely, if ever, recorded more than one take of any song. She was also the ONLY female harmony/background voice in all her songs. She was truly born with an incredible singing talent. Documentaries point out the accolades to her voice, such as, Paul McCartney said she had the most angelic voice after hearing her sing 'Ticket To Ride'. John Lennon ran into her at an LA restaurant and told her "you have a fabulous voice, luv". Supposedly Frank Sinatra stated that Karen was the only singer he'd pay to hear. KC has a list of 'perfect' songs such as, Yesterday Once More, Rainy Days And Mondays, This Masquerade, Need To Be In Love, Hurting Each Other, Only Yesterday, I Can Dream Cant I, Crescent Noon, Ordinary Fool, Superstar, A Song For You, etc. KC never knew true love. One of her few friends included Dionne Warwick. 5'3" KC really lost weight, due to anorexia, in earnest, beginning in 1975. She died in Feb 1983 at age 32 due to heart complications from anorexia
Thank you I appreciate it! Interesting info too. I love hearing how she was respected by her contemporaries because I feel like a lot of times they talk about how they weren’t as respected in their time and only in retrospect did people realized how great they truly were/are!
@@popcornphilosopher one of her best songs and most of their songs blow you away with emotions but my favorite video or song is Make Believe its your first time
It was such an honor to grow up with the Carpenters & their music. I truly believe that Karen was the female voice of our generation. There will never be a voice like hers ever again. And she left us way too soon. When she passed so many people were heartbroken.
Well, there are benefits to both, but I do love the warmth of analog recording. I did discuss it on another Carpenters video. I think it was this one The Hidden Struggles Behind Carpenter's Iconic Album ruclips.net/video/lmKLU3yNwS4/видео.html
It shows off her voice so magically and that is what is so awesome about this song. Plus the melody and lyrics are so haunting. Ready to cry more? Now listen to "Now"
Karen Anne was an angel sent straight from heaven 💞 🌹 💖 her tones and notes are not normal. Most can feel them in their souls. Her brother Richard is the music genius behind all the arrangements of the music 🎶 and plays the piano 🎹. Godly talent and blessed 🙌
Karen’s voice did speak to me in my angst ridden teenage days, she “understood” me, so i am not surprised you mentioned about her empathy through the song. Fave album, “A song for you”. It included, the title song, which to me, is the standard, “i won’t last a day” is my favourite carpenters song, “it’s going to take sometime” is a wonderful carole king song (love her drumming in it), “hurting each other” showcase her vocal range, etc etc
That makes so much sense! I can totally see her voice being a good one when one’s an angsty teenager and adult too! And You’re the third or fourth person to vote for a song for you so it looks like a good choice!
This isn't "Ghost" so I'll try not to say "ditto". She was only 2 years older than me, and she'd make you feel like she understood everything you felt.
Far and away their finest song. This remastered version is exceptionally good! This song is REALLY special when you consider her lonely adult life and the sadness that she felt that was deep and drastic enough to have affected her so deeply that it led to her death. TRAGIC!
Didn't you know? She was called "One Take Katen." She always nailed it on the first take. Such natural and beautiful talent. It shredded my heart the day she died.
Karen Carpenter did not always nail a song she recorded on the first take. It has become a certifiable myth that she did. She did record the song, "Superstar" in just one take, reading the lyrics from a cocktail napkin. But many other of the Carpenters' biggest hit songs they recorded numerous takes to try to make the released recording as nearly perfect as possible!
One could legitimately argue that Karen's recording of the great Neil Sedaka song, "Solitaire" is the greatest Carpenters' song of them all! It definitely is THE greatest-ever recording of that particular song! Miss you so much Karen!😢😢
Me too! I ended up doing a whole deep dive on this song if you didn’t see it Karen Carpenter’s “Solitaire” an Emotional Journey ruclips.net/video/E3rE9KgQVDo/видео.html
Karen and her brother Richard were magic together. Her arranged, wrote and played the piano. He created the right music for his sister to sing. Their performances were pure gold. They created such beautiful music without gimmicks or tricks. They were pure talent untarnished by electronics or computerized pitch controls. They had it in its pure form. Karen had perfect pitch with a three octave vocal range. Richard was a piano prodigy with an ear for Harmony and orchestration. We had too few years of this duo. What a tragic loss when Karen died at 32 years of age. Oh, for what could have been!
I heard it said that without a microphone you could barely hear her...she sang so close because she never blared out the lyrics...that was part of her magic
It's nice to hear someone recognize and acknowledge how great the Carpenter's songs were arranged and recorded. That's all (with some help, of course) Richard. Everyone knows Karen was one of the greatest singers of all time, but Richard was also one of the greatest arrangers, composers, and producers of all time, too. Their partnership is what made the Carpenters great.
You can never go wrong with a Carpenters Greatest Hits album, but my personal favorite original Carpenters album is called "A Kind of Hush." "I Need to Be in Love" on this album has been reported to be Karen's favorite song to sing.
Both of these are gorgeous. It broke my heart to hear her sing “I Need to Be In Love,” knowing she was lonely herself. The hardest thing for me to do is keep believing There’s someone in this crazy world for me The way that people come and go, through solitary lives My chance might come, and I would never know . . .
Karen Carpemters range and clarity is unmatched as a vocalist and we often forget about her drumming as her first love and what a proficient percussionist and musician she truly was. She has the purest voice I've ever heard and made it look so effortless
I agree! I did a couple of other carpenters videos if you haven’t seen them like a deep dive a song for you The Hidden Struggles Behind Carpenter's Iconic Album ruclips.net/video/lmKLU3yNwS4/видео.html
Richard did the arrangements for most, if not all of their recordings. He was a perfectionist and especially the way recordings sounded. Always crystal clear!
Thank you! Oh yes, I talk all about it in part 2 if you haven’t seen it. Karen Carpenter’s “Solitaire” an Emotional Journey ruclips.net/video/E3rE9KgQVDo/видео.html
Thank you so much for keeping these beautiful songs alive for the younger generations. I was truly moved by this song and your reactions. You are a beautiful soul, please don't ever change.
The way you felt Karen s voice and understood it s tremendous quality is prbly why I m always so sad ( bittetsweet actually ) whenever I hear her songs- even after 40 years since she passed away. I grew up with her songs. Everyone back then loved her voice and talent. She was special and beloved by all. She was humble and kind. Good sense of humor. Anyway- great review. No different than anyone s though 40 years ago. She WAS that talented.😊👍
I'd recomend Lilac Wine by a British singer, Elkie Brooks. She had a fantastic voice and like so many female singers of the age, tends to be overlooked. This song is Sooooo evocative. I think you will love it. @@popcornphilosopher
In my opinion, Karen Carpenter is the greatest pop female vocalist of the past 60 years, and if you asked me to support that claim, THIS is the performance I would play for you. I loved your reaction. You got the orchestration, arrangement, vocal quality, pathos, and caught the card game metaphor early. Another great one that sometimes gets lost in the middle of their monster hits: I suggest you give "Merry Christmas, Darling" a listen after Thanksgiving. You won't be sorry. Again, great job. Thanks!
IO, Karen's voice was solid GOLD! GOD given talent and skill. HOW about her low notes???? Richard her brother also does arranging!!! Thank for this girl.......... Later gator!!!!!!!!!!!!!........
I'm an OLD Carpenter's fan (80) the first time I saw them was in 1966 or 7 at the Whisky-A-GO-GO and a few months later at the jazz club as a 3peice jazz band Karen was not singing yet then, but a 16 or 17 year old female drummer was rare enough to catch your attention. For arrangements you could not beat Richard and Karens voice was without equal. and as you said she had the ability to make you not just hear but feel the words of the song. I like their second album "Close to You" or their eighth "Passage" which was an experimental album it has "All You Get from Love Is a Love Song", "Sweet, Sweet Smile" and "Calling Occupants of Interplanetary Craft". The idea for this track was suggested by an actual event that is described in The Flying Saucer Reader, a book by Jay David published in 1967. In March 1953 an organization known as the "International Flying Saucer Bureau" sent a bulletin to all its members (it was also reported on radio) urging them to participate in an experiment termed "World Contact Day" whereby, at a predetermined date and time, they would attempt to collectively send out a telepathic message to visitors from outer space. The message began with the words..."Calling occupants of interplanetary craft!" I was 10 in 53 and my younger brother and I spent a few hours trying to communicate with “Visitors” (kept us quiet for a few hours). But any of their albums OR their Carpenters at the BBC - 1971 - Complete Concert would also be good for a deep dive. Oh, Karen was an accomplished jazz drummer one of her idols was Joe Morello (Dave Brubeck's drummer). By 16 she had a drum set like Morello’s and could play “Take 5”.
I was hoping I would get some requests for passage. I was watching a documentary and it seemed really interesting and I love it when artists experiment. Sounds like an interesting album! That’s incredible you got to see them live! You’re so lucky!
Their 4rh studio album "A Song For You" is also a good one. It has many of their biggest hits on it "A Song for You" "Top of the World" "Hurting Each Other" "It's Going to Take Some Time" "Goodbye to Love" "Bless the Beasts and Children" "I Won't Last a Day Without You" "A Song for You" Also there is a song that they only did 3 times I know of "Reason to Believe" It is a strait out country song. This version was on the 5th Dimension's Traveling Sunshine tv special ruclips.net/video/kTWeHeM6mZI/видео.html
Another amazing first-time performance caught on tape was Karen's reading of "Superstar." She and Richard had seen Bette Midler performing the song on the Tonight Show - and within days Karen found herself in the studio hearing a rough mix of Richard's arrangement --- singing the lyrics that her brother had written on a napkin. It was the very first time she'd sung it, and it was perfect.
@@popcornphilosopher While Bette did perform it on the Tonight Show, the song (written by Leon Russell and Bonnie Bramlett) had been performed by a few artists previously, including Delaney and Bonnie, and Rita Coolidge, whose version appeared on Joe Cocker’s album Mad Dogs and Englishmen. So, while it was another cover of a known song, it was certainly the most popular. Karen and Richard had a few songs like that early in their career. We’ve Only Just Begun had been a jingle in a local bank commercial and For All We Know had been featured in a movie called Lovers and Other Strangers. Richard felt they all had big hit potential - and he was right.
@@popcornphilosopher Another interesting tidbit about this song - though Karen only sang it once (in defiance), Richard wasn't so able to sweep it aside, producing several different mixes of it - some featuring Tony Peluso's amazing guitar work and some without - and one version even includes a pipe organ rounding out the louder passages.
Solitaire is from the Horizon album and it's known that this is probably their best sounding studio album because of how it was recorded. It was recorded in the then-state-of-the-art 24-track recording technology, 30 Dolby, and recorded at 30 inches per second. That b-side of Solitaire, Love Me For What I Am, is also a great track. You should have a listen to it. Speaking of Solitaire, I love how Karen ended it in a real low note! So brilliant!!! The Horizon album is considered a favorite among Carpenters fans. Another one is the self titled album, Carpenters, also known as the "tan" album. Songs in this albums are Rainy Days and Mondays, Superstar and For All We Know.....you get the picture! There are great deep tracks here too! My favorite is One Love! 🥰
That makes a lot of sense why it sound so good! I really want to hear the whole album. But I’ll also check out that b side. I love a good b side and a deep cut! The albums that have the most votes so far are that self titled album and a song for you and 3rd Horizon. So I might end up doing all 3! Thanks for the info!
❗️Yes! ❗️ I actually just made a new Carpenters video if you haven’t seen it “A SONG for YOU” [Album DOCUMENTARY] ruclips.net/video/lmKLU3yNwS4/видео.html
Thanks for reacting to this song! I feel like it's one of their forgotten hits. It's always been my favorite. The first time I ever heard it, I had the radio playing all night. I woke up from a melancholy dream to Karen's sweet & sad voice. It had a huge impact and I still remember that night.
Great reaction-I very much look forward to Part 2! I am old enough to remember this song when it came out (I was11). I followed the popular song charts every week via the American Top 40 radio program and was surprised that this was not a bigger hit chart- wise as I thought both the songwriting and performance were superb. Glad to see it getting recognition now. As for a Carpenters album, I'd strongly suggest "A Song for You" as their best album.
Thank you I appreciate it! I’m glad you liked it, Yeah, I took all about this songs, chart, action, and part two! Also, you might be happy to know that “a song, for you” is in the lead as of now! So more than likely that’ll be the album I’m going to be doing!
Your review of this song brought me to tears. Finally - someone who can truly appreciate every nuance of the song, the orchestration, and the vocals. You are great!
Yes, so true! I did do some other carpenters videos if you didn’t see them Karen Carpenter’s “Solitaire” an Emotional Journey ruclips.net/video/E3rE9KgQVDo/видео.html The Hidden Struggles Behind Carpenter's Iconic Album ruclips.net/video/lmKLU3yNwS4/видео.html
J'aime beaucoup votre sensibilité ! Trop peu de gens , prennent le temps d'écouter les chansons intemporelles et des voix comme celle de Karen ! Merci à vous !!@@popcornphilosopher
There is a gorgeous organ in the second verse 3rd bar. It's very soft, but it's beautiful. This is hands down Karen's best vocal performance. Richard even said so. Just beyond!
I love listening to Karen's voice and how Richard knew how to showcase it. I miss listening to a songof theirs for the first time and that captivating hold she had to tell those three minute stories. I also enjoy true emotional reactions to first time listening like yours on this song. Please do more of their music. Perhaps "Caught between goodbye and I love you" or even the album that contains it titled "Horizon".
They’re just incredible.! I actually am working on another video. But I did do a couple of others if you haven’t seen them.ruclips.net/p/PLVaDWMlhe6SFTC0hs-Qb0pvbwSK6AK1DK&si=wKePWwBb4rylJIJx
So glad you reviewed this song. So many people react to one of 3 songs they've done and they're over-reacted too. Some of their best music is the lesser known songs like this.
Karen Carpenter had the most soothing angelic voice and perfect diction. I think you would like 'Now' which was her last song before she died. I think she was known as 'one take' Karen.
it’s definitely my favorite now toO! Especially now that I know more about it they go really in depth in part two! ‘s I love Queen, but you know Queen is another one I only really know a few of the hits. So that’s a really good idea for the channel! Thank you!
@@popcornphilosopher Thanks for your reply. If you're not familiar with much of their stuff, this is a nice one to start with. The notes he hits are crazzzzzzzzzy good! ruclips.net/video/uHP-qgzUVLM/видео.html
@mikedineen, Chuck in NC, love every comment you made. Don't know how long we have Linda with us, but she has done some amazing specials exploring her Mexican/latin musical roots. I hope she is still with us "For A Long, Long Time" God bless you, Chuck
I love Linda Ronstadt I just watched her documentary! I really should put more of her on the channel. I do, however, have more carpenters if you haven’t seen my playlist ruclips.net/p/PLVaDWMlhe6SFTC0hs-Qb0pvbwSK6AK1DK&si=dHf2qIF51N7zTPRV
This is a tough song but you got through it. Definitely sneaks up on you. Yeah perfection. Poor Richard for losing his sister and beloved musical collaborator. What a hole there must be in his heart. Thanks for the reaction Popcorn. Ciao 😉
Horizon was a vocal, arrangement and technical marvel. And you MUST listen to the original Christmas Portrait album - a true masterpiece. Christmas is coming soon anyway 😬
Agree with Calvin that A Christmas Portrait is a holiday season Must Listen. Seamless mix of all kinds of Carpenter music around Xmas. It never grows old.
Yeah, I wasn’t familiar with it at all. If you like to hear some background about it, I made a part two.ruclips.net/video/E3rE9KgQVDo/видео.htmlsi=UJ0L_A4nj8wyGF-T
React to a Carpenters song entitled, “Rode Ode”. I used to sing with a group that would travel and perform on the weekends back in the ‘70’s. She so captures the longing and loneliness of being on the road.
I just saw this going through comments I missed funnily enough I talk about the song in my latest video ruclips.net/video/lmKLU3yNwS4/видео.htmlsi=fp3efm0DhXbX9gLQ
Everytime I hear this song chokes me up fantastic one of my favorite songs of The Carpenter's song is timeless love your reaction rest in peace Karen Carpenter
"There was a man a lonely man, who lost his love through his indifference." YIKES! "A heart that cared, that went unshared, until it died within his silence." Double YIKES! Emotional investment is the life blood of a relationship. Without it, as soon as the physical infatuation is over, so too is the relationship. And yes, this applies equally to both parties in a relationship. This is one of my favorite "Warning" songs. I understand why Karen didn't like this song, since it is depressingly real. Most, if not all of the songs that she wrote, had at least an underlying optimism to them. It must have just went against her outlook to sing this song. She's without a doubt, my favorite female vocalist of all time.
Yeah, you know I kind of got at this in part two but the more I thought about it the more I realized that she probably really didn’t like this song because of that reason. The first line really bothered me from the beginning though. But I think it’s why Karen’s version cuts the deepest.
Certainly Solitaire was one of the pinnacles of both Karen's delivery, Richard's production, and their original albums output. Sad that Karen didn't like it, but everytime it destroys me. Horizon is probably their best album, although not one of their best-selling albums, but it marked a turning point technologically and artistically, of they evolving and maturingly entering the second half of the 70s. You should definitely do a review of this album, there are similarly styled tracks such as Caught between good and I love you, Love me for what I am, plus the short, gorgeous bookends Aurora and Eventide.
I’m excited to hear it! I talk a bit about Horizon in part two. Even though I haven’t heard all of it, Solitaire alone ended up being a very interesting story!
IO, You have selected a true talent!!! This lady was one hell of a singer! Great vocal range and emotion & warmth!!! Good pitch.... A broad vocal range, several octaves (4). She was a master!!!................ But she had her demons also.. And they got her in the end! You were trying so hard near the end not to cry!! Karen was SO special and wonderful....
I really was and I actually did cry! There’s going to a new carpenters video on Sunday I’ve been working on for a month! a deep dive of the song For You album! They’re both incredibly talented!
Thank you so much I really appreciate it ! Did you check out part 2. I really went down the rabbit hole on this song. ruclips.net/video/E3rE9KgQVDo/видео.htmlsi=ICbMvN85CapLgpYU
Wow. Your reaction is exactly what I feel when I hear this song. Her voice is just so enchanting. I feel like I've had a spell cast on me whenever I hear it. Plus the lyrics speak to me in a deeply personal way.
@@popcornphilosopher They are the two most popular. If you had a Carpenters album, THE ONE you had was the self-titled one. "A Song for You' is in my top ten fave albums of all time.I think Karen's voice was at it's peek on this album.
Thank you so much for liking and commenting here! Part 2 is HERE: THE STORY OF SOLITAIRE:Carpenters & Neil Sedaka ruclips.net/video/E3rE9KgQVDo/видео.htmlsi=O55L23qdph1D2Edi!
Also Carpenter’s “A SONG for YOU” [Album DOCUMENTARY]
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Karen Carpenter's voice is literally therapy for the soul! She was always known as thee epitome of the vocalist (not just a great singer) who sang TO US NOT AT US!... Her brother called her voice "phono-genic".. Herb Alpert who signed them to A & M records, said it felt "like she was sitting in your lap singing only to you and for you!"....
EVERYTHING other than Karen's voice was pure Richard Carpenter. A truly great composer and arranger!
There is no other singer, even the gretest ones, that could do what Karen did. She sounds better live and does so many of her greatest songs in the first take. God's angelic gift to us.❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
Yes! ‼️💯
@popcornphilosopher I miss her so much. She soothes my soul and makes me cry tears of joy and sorrow. I ask you, popcorn philosopher, how can somebody I never knew touch me in this way? I am not sure. But something in her voice and persona makes me believe in angels and heaven. I am still to this day caught up in this angel's voice. Thank you gor responding it means so much to me. Hugs and blessings from Chuck in Durham NC
Agreed, Karen Carpenter was the best of the best, in a league of her own in my opinion, simply the greatest singer ever👍✌️
Listen to Tori Holub on youtube cove Karen's songs. THAT VOICE has come around again. I only had to wait 45 years to hear that voice again in an artist....
@@willarth9186 I have listened to Holub's music, and yes, she is outstanding-but STILL not quite the calibre of Karen Carpenter, imo.
Ms. Carpenter was not only the greatest FEMALE singer she was THE GREATEST SINGER...period.
I miss her so much.😢
Yes, I just love her!
You, too. I still cry like a baby when I hear certain of her songs. Her voice gives me such peace, joy, and relaxation I have a major problem with anxiety and her voice is better than almost any medicine. It soothes my soul. Thank you, God, for Karen. May her voice and music reign forever.
@@ChuckHackneyLol, 60 yrs old & I do also👍✌️
Yes I agree with you the greatest female voice there ever was or ever will be
There was this fellow named Sinatra…
Truly one of Karen's all time best recordings ever! She actually never liked the song, and said so (iknow!) Yet she actually recorded it in just one take. When she finished, the entire studio fell silent for a full five minutes, they were all so blown away. True story! Luv U, Karen!🙏🥰
I actually have a video all about this part two I posted this week
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She has the most beautiful female voice in music history. I only wish she knew how talented and loved she was. Such a tragic and huge loss.
Unfortunately, this is a sad fact about a lot of people who don’t realize how much people treasure them!
Yes i agree.
My sentiments exactly.
I was only 13 when she died and I didn't know much about her at the time. Now I realize what an incredible singer she was and what a massive loss her death was for the world.
Greatest female voice of all time for me Ms. Philosopher. I cried the day she died. She was and remains an angel and a timeless voice for all ages and times. There are great female voices and then there is Karen Carpenter. One of kind and never to be heard again, but her music will be played as long as there are Human Beings. RIP Karen "Angel" Carpenter, we miss you dearly.
I agree! Love her!
I cried too.
I never heard this before but it is one her best. Karen was amazing!
I was moved to tears also. Her voice was so clear and rich. There was none better. We lost her way too soon. RIP Karen.
Her voice is perhaps one of the.most unique ever - her range, control, and near perfect pitch are mind boggling
So true!
Perfect pitch. Not near
Even from those opening two notes she sings I'm tearing up.
Karen's ability to transfer emotion, was just at another level.
Yeah, it hits you from the beginning. I actually did a deep dive on this song. I don’t know if you saw it.Karen Carpenter’s “Solitaire” an Emotional Journey
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That lower register is from another world.
Absolutely!
There was a banner on the front wall of the church where Karen's funeral was being held. It said, Forget the World, Just Give Me Jesus. Seeing that made me know where her forever home would be. God bless you, Karen Carpenter! 🙏
Solitaire was Karen's unrivaled First Take reading of an amazing song. In fact she hated it & then sang it like there was no tomorrow! Most singers are lips-to-mic close that I've seen. Karen was so much more than a simple explanation can portray? Listen to her astounding breath control, most notably on the 2nd verse. She starts with, "A little hope goes up in smoke ..& how it goes, goes without saying" .. drawing out the lyrics without taking one breath!
I just love her! And I talk all about that in part two coming tomorrow!
I believe she also did Superstar in one take? Such a talent! I think I once heard someone describe her voice as "velvet wrapped in silk." I think it fits well!
And “Now” her last song was a One Take Karen, song. Sigh.
Stating that she "hated" it implies that you know her inner most thoughts better than those that knew her, in fact, that you know her thoughts Better than she, herself, did. It is only known, by the masses, that she had doubts about recording the song...pretending...that you know more than that is a, purely, irrelevant comment.
I agree with you!! Karen's voice will forever be unequaled and unmatched. Every song, every note she sings is a absolute glorious gift to us all who Loved her so much
She was one of a kind. I miss her beautiful voice.
Absolutely!
Karen is in heaven teaching the ANGELS how to sing.
Thank you Karen for ripping my heart out of my chest then gently pressing your lips against it. If you block out everything and just listen to her voice, you can feel the emotion and pain in her voice, which was the voice of an angel. This truly is my favorite song of hers. Karen and Linda Ronstadt are the two best female singers ever.
So very true! I don’t know if you saw there was a part two to this video Karen Carpenter’s “Solitaire” an Emotional Journey
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She was incredible. I knew every word to every song. She and her brother would just leave you breathless after every song. In my day there were no production tricks. All raw voices
An Unforgettable lady! I actually have a couple of other carpenters videos… Carpenters playlist
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Not only was her vocals so beautiful and outstanding and heartfelt, her breath control was also truly impressive…
Yes, so true! I did do some other carpenters videos if you didn’t see them
Karen Carpenter’s “Solitaire” an Emotional Journey
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The Hidden Struggles Behind Carpenter's Iconic Album
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@@popcornphilosopher Yes I did, I enjoyed those videos too and your heartfelt reactions, interpretations and deep dive into their history. Kudos!
@@EdricHsu oh wow thats amazing thank you. I do have another Carpenters video coming up after an ABBA video I have coming up tomorrow.
Stunning reaction. Herb Alpert heard Karen's voice on a demo in 1969 and signed her brother, Richard, and her to A&M records. Karen received 3 or 4 Grammys in the 70s and sold over 80 million records by 1982. She was 1975 rock drummer of the year according to Playboy. Perhaps THE most beautiful voice-ever. She compels you to listen to her sing to you, not at you. KC's enunciated emotion almost always had a haunting timber. No auto-tune or gimmicks. No professional voice or drum instruction. She was known by the studios as 'one take'. She rarely, if ever, recorded more than one take of any song. She was also the ONLY female harmony/background voice in all her songs. She was truly born with an incredible singing talent. Documentaries point out the accolades to her voice, such as, Paul McCartney said she had the most angelic voice after hearing her sing 'Ticket To Ride'. John Lennon ran into her at an LA restaurant and told her "you have a fabulous voice, luv". Supposedly Frank Sinatra stated that Karen was the only singer he'd pay to hear. KC has a list of 'perfect' songs such as, Yesterday Once More, Rainy Days And Mondays, This Masquerade, Need To Be In Love, Hurting Each Other, Only Yesterday, I Can Dream Cant I, Crescent Noon, Ordinary Fool, Superstar, A Song For You, etc. KC never knew true love. One of her few friends included Dionne Warwick. 5'3" KC really lost weight, due to anorexia, in earnest, beginning in 1975. She died in Feb 1983 at age 32 due to heart complications from anorexia
Thank you I appreciate it!
Interesting info too. I love hearing how she was respected by her contemporaries because I feel like a lot of times they talk about how they weren’t as respected in their time and only in retrospect did people realized how great they truly were/are!
This is my favorite Carpenters song ever. Karen's voice is perfection.
Yeah, that’s what that video said that this was her best. I have to agree.
@@popcornphilosopher one of her best songs and most of their songs blow you away with emotions but my favorite video or song is Make Believe its your first time
It was such an honor to grow up with the Carpenters & their music. I truly believe that Karen was the female voice of our generation. There will never be a voice like hers ever again. And she left us way too soon. When she passed so many people were heartbroken.
I absolutely bet it was an honor! And to have a choice be able to see them live!
Greatest female pop singing voice of that era '60s - '80s
True!
Remember. ANALOG, NOT DIGITAL. Simply stunning.
Well, there are benefits to both, but I do love the warmth of analog recording. I did discuss it on another Carpenters video. I think it was this one The Hidden Struggles Behind Carpenter's Iconic Album
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It shows off her voice so magically and that is what is so awesome about this song. Plus the melody and lyrics are so haunting. Ready to cry more? Now listen to "Now"
Actually, next carpenters video will be about Now!
Raw talent and she had a perfect pitch in her voice❤she had a sad death. She suffered from anorexia.
Karen Anne was an angel sent straight from heaven 💞 🌹 💖 her tones and notes are not normal. Most can feel them in their souls. Her brother Richard is the music genius behind all the arrangements of the music 🎶 and plays the piano 🎹. Godly talent and blessed 🙌
So true! 💯
A close to perfect record. It is spiritual to me. Amazing stuff. Karen Carpenter brings most people to tears.
I agree,such a wonderful moving artist!
Richard Carpenter did all the arrangements and worked closely with the recording industry best musicians of the era.
He’s amazing! I actually have a couple other videos talking about it Carpenters playlist
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It's hard to understand why Karen never liked this song. Every time I hear it this song tears my heart out. Her best vocal performance to me.
Love it! So true!
Karen’s voice did speak to me in my angst ridden teenage days, she “understood” me, so i am not surprised you mentioned about her empathy through the song. Fave album, “A song for you”. It included, the title song, which to me, is the standard, “i won’t last a day” is my favourite carpenters song, “it’s going to take sometime” is a wonderful carole king song (love her drumming in it), “hurting each other” showcase her vocal range, etc etc
That makes so much sense! I can totally see her voice being a good one when one’s an angsty teenager and adult too! And You’re the third or fourth person to vote for a song for you so it looks like a good choice!
This isn't "Ghost" so I'll try not to say "ditto". She was only 2 years older than me, and she'd make you feel like she understood everything you felt.
Far and away their finest song. This remastered version is exceptionally good! This song is REALLY special when you consider her lonely adult life and the sadness that she felt that was deep and drastic enough to have affected her so deeply that it led to her death. TRAGIC!
Yes, I just read Her biography such a sad complicated story
Quite simply Karen just captures the ❤ and stays there simply magnificent.
So true! I actually have a couple of other carpenters videos too… Carpenters playlist
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So true! I actually have a couple of other carpenters videos too… Carpenters playlist
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no one is ready, if they've never heard The Carpenters....
I had heard them before and I still wasn’t ready!
Didn't you know? She was called "One Take Katen." She always nailed it on the first take. Such natural and beautiful talent. It shredded my heart the day she died.
Karen Carpenter did not always nail a song she recorded on the first take. It has become a certifiable myth that she did. She did record the song, "Superstar" in just one take, reading the lyrics from a cocktail napkin. But many other of the Carpenters' biggest hit songs they recorded numerous takes to try to make the released recording as nearly perfect as possible!
One could legitimately argue that Karen's recording of the great Neil Sedaka song, "Solitaire" is the greatest Carpenters' song of them all! It definitely is THE greatest-ever recording of that particular song! Miss you so much Karen!😢😢
Karen Carpenter can almost always bring me to tears.
Me too! I ended up doing a whole deep dive on this song if you didn’t see it Karen Carpenter’s “Solitaire” an Emotional Journey
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Karen and her brother Richard were magic together. Her arranged, wrote and played the piano. He created the right music for his sister to sing. Their performances were pure gold. They created such beautiful music without gimmicks or tricks. They were pure talent untarnished by electronics or computerized pitch controls. They had it in its pure form. Karen had perfect pitch with a three octave vocal range. Richard was a piano prodigy with an ear for Harmony and orchestration. We had too few years of this duo. What a tragic loss when Karen died at 32 years of age. Oh, for what could have been!
Couldn’t agree more!
Happy 77th Birthday Richard Carpenter(October 15,1946)🎂🎉🎶🎹
Oh cool thanks for letting me know! Happy birthday Richard !
I would say this is in the top 3 of my favorite Carpenters' songs along with Superstar and Close to You.
Those are tracks I definitely have heard. And would have to agree!
I heard it said that without a microphone you could barely hear her...she sang so close because she never blared out the lyrics...that was part of her magic
Yes i was pretty sure that they used a lot of gain. Sometimes magic needs a microphone!
It's nice to hear someone recognize and acknowledge how great the Carpenter's songs were arranged and recorded. That's all (with some help, of course) Richard. Everyone knows Karen was one of the greatest singers of all time, but Richard was also one of the greatest arrangers, composers, and producers of all time, too. Their partnership is what made the Carpenters great.
Thank you yes, I totally agree
An absolutely phenomenal,one of a kind vocalist,they'll never be another like her again and she was a fabulous drummer too!!
Absolutely and such an interesting journey!
You can never go wrong with a Carpenters Greatest Hits album, but my personal favorite original Carpenters album is called "A Kind of Hush." "I Need to Be in Love" on this album has been reported to be Karen's favorite song to sing.
Oh I love to hear when a singer likes to sing a song. Those songs are usually very special! Thanks for the recommend!
Both of these are gorgeous. It broke my heart to hear her sing “I Need to Be In Love,” knowing she was lonely herself.
The hardest thing for me to do is keep believing
There’s someone in this crazy world for me
The way that people come and go, through solitary lives
My chance might come, and I would never know . . .
I love that song too♡
Close your eyes and appreciate it carefully. The singing will bring out the scenes in your mind.
Karen Carpemters range and clarity is unmatched as a vocalist and we often forget about her drumming as her first love and what a proficient percussionist and musician she truly was. She has the purest voice I've ever heard and made it look so effortless
True!
this song brings me to tears EVERY TIME I listen to it. It's not the lyrics, it's her voice.
She had such a talent for putting a song across!
A blessing she is, they say how her sound pitch can go lower is what makes her so special.
Great to hear Carpenters music is still alive. There is a re birth of KC to any Carpenters fans, she is Tori Holub. Thanks for sharing KC music. ❤.
Every one of the Carpenters songs were masterpieces. Richard and Karen were the greatest duo in musical history. They stand alone.
I agree! I did a couple of other carpenters videos if you haven’t seen them like a deep dive a song for you The Hidden Struggles Behind Carpenter's Iconic Album
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Richard did the arrangements for most, if not all of their recordings. He was a perfectionist and especially the way recordings sounded. Always crystal clear!
I love his arrangements! The
Loved your reaction! You can thank her brother for that arrangement and he knew exactly how to bring out her gorgeous voice.
Thank you! Oh yes, I talk all about it in part 2 if you haven’t seen it. Karen Carpenter’s “Solitaire” an Emotional Journey
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@@popcornphilosopher I'll have to be sure that I watch part 2. Thanks!
Thank you so much for keeping these beautiful songs alive for the younger generations. I was truly moved by this song and your reactions. You are a beautiful soul, please don't ever change.
The way you felt Karen s voice and understood it s tremendous quality is prbly why I m always so sad ( bittetsweet actually ) whenever I hear her songs- even after 40 years since she passed away. I grew up with her songs. Everyone back then loved her voice and talent. She was special and beloved by all. She was humble and kind. Good sense of humor. Anyway- great review. No different than anyone s though 40 years ago. She WAS that talented.😊👍
Thank you and agreed!
'I can dream can't I?' is a deep cut which melts me every time. It takes you out of the world.
I have to check it out …thanks!
I'd recomend Lilac Wine by a British singer, Elkie Brooks. She had a fantastic voice and like so many female singers of the age, tends to be overlooked. This song is Sooooo evocative. I think you will love it. @@popcornphilosopher
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Best voice ever.... bar none.
Simply stunning!
In my opinion, Karen Carpenter is the greatest pop female vocalist of the past 60 years, and if you asked me to support that claim, THIS is the performance I would play for you. I loved your reaction. You got the orchestration, arrangement, vocal quality, pathos, and caught the card game metaphor early.
Another great one that sometimes gets lost in the middle of their monster hits: I suggest you give "Merry Christmas, Darling" a listen after Thanksgiving. You won't be sorry.
Again, great job. Thanks!
Thank you all those things made me really go down the rabbit hole about this song. So good! I’ll deathly check out that Christmas song for Christmas!
One more thing I will say, yes Neil Sedaka wrote it and sang it, but the Carpenters made it BEAUTIFUL!
I totally agree. I talk all about it in part two
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IO,
Karen's voice was solid GOLD! GOD given talent and skill. HOW about her low notes???? Richard her brother also does arranging!!! Thank for this girl.......... Later gator!!!!!!!!!!!!!........
Thank you I agree! Btw I made a couple other carpenters videos if you haven’t seen them ruclips.net/video/lmKLU3yNwS4/видео.htmlsi=JzriJTMKkhbo72nX
her voice brings tears to my eyes, she was beyond great!! thanks for the capture!
I'm an OLD Carpenter's fan (80) the first time I saw them was in 1966 or 7 at the Whisky-A-GO-GO and a few months later at the jazz club as a 3peice jazz band Karen was not singing yet then, but a 16 or 17 year old female drummer was rare enough to catch your attention. For arrangements you could not beat Richard and Karens voice was without equal. and as you said she had the ability to make you not just hear but feel the words of the song. I like their second album "Close to You" or their eighth "Passage" which was an experimental album it has "All You Get from Love Is a Love Song", "Sweet, Sweet Smile" and "Calling Occupants of Interplanetary Craft". The idea for this track was suggested by an actual event that is described in The Flying Saucer Reader, a book by Jay David published in 1967. In March 1953 an organization known as the "International Flying Saucer Bureau" sent a bulletin to all its members (it was also reported on radio) urging them to participate in an experiment termed "World Contact Day" whereby, at a predetermined date and time, they would attempt to collectively send out a telepathic message to visitors from outer space. The message began with the words..."Calling occupants of interplanetary craft!" I was 10 in 53 and my younger brother and I spent a few hours trying to communicate with “Visitors” (kept us quiet for a few hours). But any of their albums OR their Carpenters at the BBC - 1971 - Complete Concert would also be good for a deep dive. Oh, Karen was an accomplished jazz drummer one of her idols was Joe Morello (Dave Brubeck's drummer). By 16 she had a drum set like Morello’s and could play “Take 5”.
I was hoping I would get some requests for passage. I was watching a documentary and it seemed really interesting and I love it when artists experiment. Sounds like an interesting album! That’s incredible you got to see them live! You’re so lucky!
Their 4rh studio album "A Song For You" is also a good one. It has many of their biggest hits on it "A Song for You" "Top of the World"
"Hurting Each Other" "It's Going to Take Some Time" "Goodbye to Love" "Bless the Beasts and Children" "I Won't Last a Day Without You" "A Song for You" Also there is a song that they only did 3 times I know of "Reason to Believe" It is a strait out country song. This version was on the 5th Dimension's Traveling Sunshine tv special ruclips.net/video/kTWeHeM6mZI/видео.html
She was a pure alto. Such a smooth voice....RIP Karen
I think she was a contralto just like! At least that’s what I heard. Contralto’s are so underrated
"Solitaire" is my fave song of the Carpenters. 🧡🧡🧡
Another amazing first-time performance caught on tape was Karen's reading of "Superstar." She and Richard had seen Bette Midler performing the song on the Tonight Show - and within days Karen found herself in the studio hearing a rough mix of Richard's arrangement --- singing the lyrics that her brother had written on a napkin. It was the very first time she'd sung it, and it was perfect.
Oh interesting I didn't know Bette Midler sang it first. I've seen her bathhouse performance of it but I wasn't sure about the timing.
@@popcornphilosopher While Bette did perform it on the Tonight Show, the song (written by Leon Russell and Bonnie Bramlett) had been performed by a few artists previously, including Delaney and Bonnie, and Rita Coolidge, whose version appeared on Joe Cocker’s album Mad Dogs and Englishmen. So, while it was another cover of a known song, it was certainly the most popular. Karen and Richard had a few songs like that early in their career. We’ve Only Just Begun had been a jingle in a local bank commercial and For All We Know had been featured in a movie called Lovers and Other Strangers. Richard felt they all had big hit potential - and he was right.
@@popcornphilosopher Another interesting tidbit about this song - though Karen only sang it once (in defiance), Richard wasn't so able to sweep it aside, producing several different mixes of it - some featuring Tony Peluso's amazing guitar work and some without - and one version even includes a pipe organ rounding out the louder passages.
Solitaire is from the Horizon album and it's known that this is probably their best sounding studio album because of how it was recorded. It was recorded in the then-state-of-the-art 24-track recording technology, 30 Dolby, and recorded at 30 inches per second. That b-side of Solitaire, Love Me For What I Am, is also a great track. You should have a listen to it. Speaking of Solitaire, I love how Karen ended it in a real low note! So brilliant!!! The Horizon album is considered a favorite among Carpenters fans. Another one is the self titled album, Carpenters, also known as the "tan" album. Songs in this albums are Rainy Days and Mondays, Superstar and For All We Know.....you get the picture! There are great deep tracks here too! My favorite is One Love! 🥰
That makes a lot of sense why it sound so good! I really want to hear the whole album. But I’ll also check out that b side. I love a good b side and a deep cut! The albums that have the most votes so far are that self titled album and a song for you and 3rd Horizon. So I might end up doing all 3! Thanks for the info!
I agree. And I'm Caught Between Goodbye And I Love You is a gorgeous must listen track also
Solitaire was originally written by Neil Sedaka, another American songwriting gem.
Her clarity is beyond .....
One of the greatest female artists of all time 😊no auto tune no gimmicks,just pure talent❤❤
Absolutely!
The magic of Karen Carpenter ❤
❗️Yes! ❗️ I actually just made a new Carpenters video if you haven’t seen it “A SONG for YOU” [Album DOCUMENTARY]
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LOVELY KAREN..... often caused grown men to tear-up! She was truly a gift to the world!! RIP sweet Karen!!
Absolutely!
Thanks for reacting to this song! I feel like it's one of their forgotten hits. It's always been my favorite. The first time I ever heard it, I had the radio playing all night. I woke up from a melancholy dream to Karen's sweet & sad voice. It had a huge impact and I still remember that night.
Great reaction-I very much look forward to Part 2! I am old enough to remember this song when it came out (I was11). I followed the popular song charts every week via the American Top 40 radio program and was surprised that this was not a bigger hit chart- wise as I thought both the songwriting and performance were superb. Glad to see it getting recognition now. As for a Carpenters album, I'd strongly suggest "A Song for You" as their best album.
Thank you I appreciate it! I’m glad you liked it, Yeah, I took all about this songs, chart, action, and part two! Also, you might be happy to know that “a song, for you” is in the lead as of now! So more than likely that’ll be the album I’m going to be doing!
Your review of this song brought me to tears. Finally - someone who can truly appreciate every nuance of the song, the orchestration, and the vocals. You are great!
Oh thank you so much you made my day!
That was a very moving song. She is missed by the world.😊
So true! If you didn’t see it already, there was a part two to this video ruclips.net/video/E3rE9KgQVDo/видео.htmlsi=PZn-YwmZ1CTXHFKp
La voix de Karen , me va droit au coeur ! C'est la plus voix la plus angélique , que j'aie entendue dans ma toute ma vie de musicien !
Yes, so true! I did do some other carpenters videos if you didn’t see them
Karen Carpenter’s “Solitaire” an Emotional Journey
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The Hidden Struggles Behind Carpenter's Iconic Album
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J'aime beaucoup votre sensibilité ! Trop peu de gens , prennent le temps d'écouter les chansons intemporelles et des voix comme celle de Karen ! Merci à vous !!@@popcornphilosopher
Buitiful things can make you cry shows you have a heart❤
There is a gorgeous organ in the second verse 3rd bar. It's very soft, but it's beautiful. This is hands down Karen's best vocal performance. Richard even said so. Just beyond!
You have excellent instincts and perceptions. I enjoyed your reaction.
Thank you that means a lot!
I love listening to Karen's voice and how Richard knew how to showcase it. I miss listening to a songof theirs for the first time and that captivating hold she had to tell those three minute stories. I also enjoy true emotional reactions to first time listening like yours on this song. Please do more of their music. Perhaps "Caught between goodbye and I love you" or even the album that contains it titled "Horizon".
They’re just incredible.! I actually am working on another video. But I did do a couple of others if you haven’t seen them.ruclips.net/p/PLVaDWMlhe6SFTC0hs-Qb0pvbwSK6AK1DK&si=wKePWwBb4rylJIJx
Thank you for playing "Solitaire" from The Carpenter's albumn.
So glad you reviewed this song. So many people react to one of 3 songs they've done and they're over-reacted too. Some of their best music is the lesser known songs like this.
Thank you yeah I try to also listen to Deep Cuts! That’s we really get to know an artist!
A Song For You album is definitely the one to review!
Actually, did a deep dive on a song for you The Hidden Struggles Behind Carpenter's Iconic Album
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Karen Carpenter had the most soothing angelic voice and perfect diction. I think you would like 'Now' which was her last song before she died. I think she was known as 'one take' Karen.
That actually might be my next video so look out for that. Thanks for the suggestion!
My favorite Carpenter song is probably "Yesterday Once More" but their entire catalogue is superb.
I have to check that one out! Thanks!
Karen Carpenter is the pretiest loveliest and most beautiful artist with the most beautiful voice ever
Very true!
What a vocal range...Karen 'The Lady' Carpenter.
I saw Karen and sing in 1972 .Her best songs ? Trying to get the Feeling Again .The Rainbow Connection ,Don't Cry for Me Argentina and Solitaire .
I just accidentally her don’t cry for me Argentina. I thought it was an AI version. I had no idea that she did it for real! Also, very moving!
Solitare is my favourite Carpenters song. First ABBA, now Carpenters? Perfect! Hopefully, you like Queen too? 😁
it’s definitely my favorite now toO! Especially now that I know more about it they go really in depth in part two! ‘s I love Queen, but you know Queen is another one I only really know a few of the hits. So that’s a really good idea for the channel! Thank you!
@@popcornphilosopher Thanks for your reply. If you're not familiar with much of their stuff, this is a nice one to start with. The notes he hits are crazzzzzzzzzy good!
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Please consider doing Heart. Ann Wilson also has an incredible, beautiful voice and is possibly the most versatile female singer there is.
@mikedineen, Chuck in NC, love every comment you made. Don't know how long we have Linda with us, but she has done some amazing specials exploring her Mexican/latin musical roots. I hope she is still with us "For A Long, Long Time" God bless you, Chuck
I love Linda Ronstadt I just watched her documentary! I really should put more of her on the channel. I do, however, have more carpenters if you haven’t seen my playlist ruclips.net/p/PLVaDWMlhe6SFTC0hs-Qb0pvbwSK6AK1DK&si=dHf2qIF51N7zTPRV
This is a tough song but you got through it. Definitely sneaks up on you. Yeah perfection. Poor Richard for losing his sister and beloved musical collaborator. What a hole there must be in his heart. Thanks for the reaction Popcorn. Ciao 😉
Definitely a stunning song! Beautiful in it sadness. Thank you. I’m glad you liked my reaction.
You don't listen to Karen carpenter you experience her one of the most amazing voices to ever sing ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ terribly missed 😢😢😢
literally therapy for the soul...
Just a beautiful reaction from you, sweet lady. ❤ Thank you.
Thank you so much you really made my day!
Horizon was a vocal, arrangement and technical marvel. And you MUST listen to the original Christmas Portrait album - a true masterpiece. Christmas is coming soon anyway 😬
oh yeah that’s a good idea since Christmas is coming up! Thanks for the idea!
Agree with Calvin that A Christmas Portrait is a holiday season Must Listen. Seamless mix of all kinds of Carpenter music around Xmas. It never grows old.
Solitaire isn’t one of their songs that I know as well as some others but it is hauntingly beautiful & I’m so glad it is part of their repertoire!
Yeah, I wasn’t familiar with it at all. If you like to hear some background about it, I made a part two.ruclips.net/video/E3rE9KgQVDo/видео.htmlsi=UJ0L_A4nj8wyGF-T
React to a Carpenters song entitled, “Rode Ode”. I used to sing with a group that would travel and perform on the weekends back in the ‘70’s. She so captures the longing and loneliness of being on the road.
I just saw this going through comments I missed funnily enough I talk about the song in my latest video ruclips.net/video/lmKLU3yNwS4/видео.htmlsi=fp3efm0DhXbX9gLQ
I always loved the Passage album- I believe they thought it was rushed through but to me it’s the best .
I’ve always wanted to cover Passage!
Everytime I hear this song chokes me up fantastic one of my favorite songs of The Carpenter's song is timeless love your reaction rest in peace Karen Carpenter
Thank you I am posting Part 2 today and every time I hear it while i;’m editing it it also chokes me up all over again!
"There was a man a lonely man, who lost his love through his indifference." YIKES!
"A heart that cared, that went unshared, until it died within his silence." Double YIKES!
Emotional investment is the life blood of a relationship. Without it, as soon as the physical infatuation is over, so too is the relationship.
And yes, this applies equally to both parties in a relationship.
This is one of my favorite "Warning" songs. I understand why Karen didn't like this song, since it is depressingly real.
Most, if not all of the songs that she wrote, had at least an underlying optimism to them. It must have just went against her outlook to sing this song.
She's without a doubt, my favorite female vocalist of all time.
Yeah, you know I kind of got at this in part two but the more I thought about it the more I realized that she probably really didn’t like this song because of that reason. The first line really bothered me from the beginning though. But I think it’s why Karen’s version cuts the deepest.
Certainly Solitaire was one of the pinnacles of both Karen's delivery, Richard's production, and their original albums output. Sad that Karen didn't like it, but everytime it destroys me. Horizon is probably their best album, although not one of their best-selling albums, but it marked a turning point technologically and artistically, of they evolving and maturingly entering the second half of the 70s. You should definitely do a review of this album, there are similarly styled tracks such as Caught between good and I love you, Love me for what I am, plus the short, gorgeous bookends Aurora and Eventide.
I’m excited to hear it! I talk a bit about Horizon in part two. Even though I haven’t heard all of it, Solitaire alone ended up being a very interesting story!
One reason why Karen was " Genius" is that fact that she hated this song and it is still a vocal masterpiece.
The Carpenters did a number of sad songs but in such a beautiful way.
So true!
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You have selected a true talent!!! This lady was one hell of a singer! Great vocal range and emotion & warmth!!! Good pitch.... A broad vocal range, several octaves (4). She was a master!!!................ But she had her demons also.. And they got her in the end!
You were trying so hard near the end not to cry!! Karen was SO special and wonderful....
I really was and I actually did cry! There’s going to a new carpenters video on Sunday I’ve been working on for a month! a deep dive of the song For You album! They’re both incredibly talented!
Loved your genuine reaction. Especially from a beautiful young person. Her voice is really amazing, right? Gone too soon. RIP Karen. 😢
Thank you so much I really appreciate it ! Did you check out part 2. I really went down the rabbit hole on this song. ruclips.net/video/E3rE9KgQVDo/видео.htmlsi=ICbMvN85CapLgpYU
Wow. Your reaction is exactly what I feel when I hear this song. Her voice is just so enchanting. I feel like I've had a spell cast on me whenever I hear it. Plus the lyrics speak to me in a deeply personal way.
"Carpenters" and 'A Song for You" albums
Those are your Album Picks? I’m assuming that’s the Eponymous one. Looks like that’s the third one?
@@popcornphilosopher They are the two most popular. If you had a Carpenters album, THE ONE you had was the self-titled one. "A Song for You' is in my top ten fave albums of all time.I think Karen's voice was at it's peek on this album.
@@popcornphilosopherAKA the tan album.
I will always be grateful that I experienced the Carpenters in concert when I was in high school.
Oh wow yeah you’re very lucky!
My generation. Beautiful voice. Still miss her amazing voice,
Carole King's "Tapestry" album is also worth listening to.