FIRST TIME listening to THE CARPENTERS - Superstar REACTION
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Your comment about the bass simulating a heartbeat was insightful. I've listened to the song for decades and never noticed that. Wow!!
I was extremely privileged to work a little with Karen and Rich. They were always super nice to me. They were perfectionists, and it showed. Karen really liked playing the drums (and she was really good at it), but was finally convinced to be the featured voice for the Carpenters. I personally think she was the very best contemporary alto of my time. She had been having some mental issues, and, sadly, finally succumbed to them February 4, 1983 at only 32 years old. It was a terrible loss, and I will always miss her.
i am 70, and to date Karen has been the only artist i cried over when she passed.
For me Karen was a superstar in every meaning of what a superstar is. My wife loved Olivia Newton John. Both ladies were phenomenal.
As someone who came of age adoring Karen, I clearly remember the last time that I saw her performing on TV. Her physical appearance at the time was like a kick in the gut to me. I could not understand how this was being allowed to happen to her. I cried when she died, and I still cry when I hear her voice. Every time.
@@keith6485 Me too Keith, me too.
To say she was having “mental issues” is so crass and unfeeling-and inaccurate-I doubt you worked with them. She had anorexia and died from it. The mother’s favoritism of Richard is widely known.
Karen Carpenter ranked with Patsy Cline and Linda Ronstadt. Iconic female voices for all time. And as I'm sure others will tell you, Karen was also considered a very accomplished drummer.
My mom said as a young child i would stop everything and sit in front of the radio and stare at the speaker when the carpenters came on . I still feel something so calming about her voice.
Karen Carpenter had one of the most crystal clear stunning voices of the '70s. It's unforgettable and remember this is live with no autotune.
Also, no female singer today could hold a candle to her. Her voice was incredible.
Yeah, great voice - that didn't use or need auto tune like the plastic autotuners of today. Fakers.
Got that right
Remember, Autotune was not even thought of at that time.
Her voice was a warm hug that broke your heart.
I don't think you could've have captured her essence any better. Well said.
THATS A VOICE OF AN ANGEL!!!!!!
Facts
Her voice is as smooth as silk. The way it can drop a register without her taking a breath is amazing.
I love to watch people's faces the first time they hear Karen Carpenter. But as you've noticed, a big part of it is Richard Carpenter's arrangements and the multitracking of the vocal parts. He's a brilliant arranger.
This is back when singer had pure talent and didn't need autotune to sound good.
autotune NEVER sounds good
Hi Lilly,
The Carpenters were a brother sister duo (Richard and Karen), who performed from 1969 - 1983. They were the top selling act of the 1970s, and have sold over 150 million albums. Relative to their musical genre, they were known as an easy listening/soft rock act.
Karen was known to have perfect pitch with a three octave range, and would often nail her recordings on the first take (she was known as a one-take wonder). She had such a unique tone and timbre to her voice (particularly in her lower register) that even 50 years later, it is instantly recognizable. She was also an extremely accomplished drummer who had no problem singing and drumming at the same time. Richard was a musical genius in his own right. A keyboard prodigy, who selected and/or wrote all of their music to specifically take advantage of Karen's voice. He also was an extremely gifted arranger and producer. They would often spend months in the studio to create their albums, with their signature overdubbed harmonies.
In short, Karen's story is a tragic one, as she died at the age of just 32 due to complications from Anorexia, but they left us with such a rich legacy of music (12 albums of original material over a 14 year career). I highly recommend watching the documentary: "Karen Carpenter, Starving for Perfection" to better understand her impact on the music industry.
It's safe to say there will never be another more beautiful voice than Karen Carpenter.
Anorexia nervosa was little known at the time. There are interviews with her near the end when she looks emaciated but nobody knew she needed help. Karen's death shed light on eating disorders and I hope saved many from a similar sad end.
The carpenters we've only just begun
Great song. Did they ever have a bad one?
I was working the night shift and was driving back to the warehouse with my lunch early in the morning, when it came over the radio that Karen had passed away. My heart sank and it was just an awful ride back. Still love their music, such a super talent and class act. In answer to your question, Unchained Melody.
I miss the seventies! The Carpenters were wholesome and a peaceful break from the heavier bands of the times. Her voice will remain as one of the greats!
I was in high school when I first heard Karen Carpenter's amazing tone. At a time when psychedelic rock/acid rock was popular. I was trying to find my place as a young man. But I quietly confessed to loving her music. I've seen several of your reviews, such as the Righteous Bros, Unchained Melody, and I'm impressed with your discerning, detailed ear. Hearing the movements within the orchestra playing on that KC record. Keep up the good work! It's a real pleasure watching a young woman like you appreciating the roots of today's music.
Hello Lilly, growing up in the 70's listening to various artists from pop, R&B and classic rock, the one artist that made you pause and listen was Karen Carpenter. Just a pure angelic voice that brought chills to you. Sadly, Anorexia nervosa took her way to soon and robbed all of us music lovers of her once in a lifetime talent. She will always be my #1 female vocalist.
Rainy days and Mondays
Karen Carpenter had such an amazing voice, and she was taken from this world much too soon.
One of the greatest compliments and also statement of admiration was from Frank Sinatra about Karen Carpenter . Old Blue Eyes declared that Karen Carpenter was the only woman singer that he would pay for to hear sing. Not only a wonderful drummer but she is also underrated at her interpretation of lyrics. The subtle ways she sings words, slyly changes the pacing, and how she becomes part of the instrumental sounds is breathtaking. She could have been a big band singer, a nightclub feature, or headliner of a variety show. She was talent but also a professional.
What a great reaction video. Thank you. Karen singing "Solitaire" would really get to you emotionally.
A world treasure and the most beautiful voice in the world taken far too soon, RIP Queen. 😢
I grew up with this music and it never gets old. Karen had the voice of an angel, and she was taken far too soon. I guess now she is up with the rest of the angels in heaven.
Richard Carpenter is a GE EEE EEE EEENIUS arranger.
Oh my gosh that just gave me the chills. Karen was a tremendous talent. We lost her way too soon. I'm just glad I had the privilege to grow up in a time where she was a hit. We lost her February 4th 1983 to anorexia. Rest in peace Karen Carpenter.
Rainy days and Mondays will show her playing the drums while she sings. She was an award winning jazz drummer before she stepped up to the mic to sing and considered herself a drummer that also sang. Tragic story her life ended way too young.
I've long wondered if her body issues would have become so severe, so young, if she hadn't been pushed out from behind the drums. Her drum skills compare well with any top tier drummer you want to name.
@michaelsoper3610 As I understand it,her body issues came about from a combination of the recording producers and certain family members (not in the group), pushing her to lose weight so she wouldn't look heavy on camera. So her coming out front would definitely have aggravated the situation. It's a shame. I always thought she would have looked so much better if she wasn't so painfully thin.
Keep going down this rabbit hole.
Karen absolutely was an amazing talented vocalist, but what she truly loved was playing the drums, and she was equally talented there too. She has some videos here of her drum skills that are definitely worth your time.
Voice of an angel!
Always love the Carpenters , Karen was amazing, we lost her way to soon
A once in a lifetime voice. Karen died way too soon. She was amazing.
I enjoyed your reactions to the Carpenters version of "Superstar". It was written by Leon Russell snd Bonnie Bramlett and was originally titled Superstar (Groupie) but toned down for AM radio+ singles. Leon Russell was my first luve concert in
1971 and still one of my favorite shows. I'll recommend "Stranger in a Strange Land + "A Song for You" by Leon, who also was a member of the lengendary "Wrecking Crew" in the 1960s.
pick any Carpenters song, you can't go wrong
Love your intelligent, deep and insightful analyses. Your reactions are informed and authentic. Keep exploring the classic rock canon.
My favorite group of this era is "Chicago" You will find a huge rabbit hole beginning in the late 60's with their album "Beginnings" The Carpenters are one of my favorites as well as Three Dog Night, The Guess Who and of course, Elvis Presley.
Lilly, you have just listened to the greatest female vocalist of all time imho. Karen was a gift to us but her sad life and struggles with Anorexia eventually led to her leaving us at the age of 32. Research her story and how the life and love she wanted was never attained. When she died a little bit of the good in this world died with her. I cried when she passed. There are great singers, legendary singers and then there is Karen Carpenter. So when you hear that pain in her voice, it is very real and it is heartbreaking. She can bring us to tears. This is Soft Rock, Adult Contemporary, Easy Listening. RIP Karen, you are greatly missed. As to your question of greatest song of the past, well, that depends on the decade and genre my friend. Here are a few of my faves: The Forties: Possibly "Sing, Sing, Sing" Benny Goodman or "String of Pearls" Glenn Miller, the 50s- "Jailhouse Rock" Elvis Presley or "Que Sera, Sera" Doris Day or "You Belong to Me" Jo Stafford, 60s- "Whiter Shade of Pale" Procol Harum, "Here comes the Sun" Beatles, "Pretty Woman" Roy Orbison, the 70s: "Hotel California" Eagles, "Rocky Mountain High", "Take Me Home Country Roads"- John Denver, "Operator" Jim Croce, "Bridge Over Trouble Waters" Aretha Franklin (or Simon & Garfunkel).. too many great tunes to be honest, 80s "Shout" Tears for Fears, "Faithfully"- Journey, "One for the Mockingbird" Cutting Crew, "True" Spandeau Ballet, "Smooth Operator" Sade.. again too many tunes, 90s "I Could Fall in Love with You" Selena... about 1000 other songs on this list to be honest!
Now that's a voice, WOW
wait till you see her play the drums with the biggest smile you ever seen
I can't believe how happy she looks and how much she smiles at the 1974 Budokan, Japan concert. It's really a great show, too.
I was just 8 yrs old in 1975 when I fell in love with her music. I've never stopped being a fan. So tragic what she went through before she passed away. She was a very accomplished drummer that could give the rock bands of the time a strong run for their money. She was never really given the credit she was due until yrs later. Her voice is soothing and easy. She always evokes an emotion. She is greatly missed! I would love to have seen what she might have accomplished if she hadn't passed away at such a young age.
RIP Karen Carpenter
Hard to believe that person with the magic voice would be soon be gone.
Thank you Lilly Jane
One of the best musical brother and sister duos !
I am shocked hun that you have never reviewed The Carpenters before as they are absolutely incredible, Richard on Piano and Backing Vocals and Karen on Drums and Lead Vocals Karen had the voice of an Angel!
The Carpenters consist of Karen (singer) and Richard (keyboard and music arranger). They're brother and sister. They were a hugely popular group in the late '60's and '70's. They're famous for Karen's velvet voice and the deep harmonies in their musical arrangements. You need to listen to more of their songs. Another great one is "We've Only Just Begun."
💜another great reaction. Hope schools going well💜 wonderful song, but every time I hear it, all i can think of is the scene in Tommy Boy w/Farley & Spade in the car😂
She makes something as tired and ordinary as every groupie's experience heartfelt and moving; I love that. While this is the groupie's ballad, We've Only Just Begun is the quintessential wedding song. Also Only Yesterday and Rainy Days and Mondays aren't to be missed.
She is a natural Tenor with range.
She was actually an alto with an extended range.
This is popular music from 1971. This was played A LOT on the radio back then.
I'm glad people in your age group are enjoying the music I listened to back in the 60's and 70's. The Carpenters were very popular on the radio and television. I still love listening to Karen Carpenter sing, and to this day I feel so bad about her passing, especially being so young as she was at the time. You'll enjoy more Carpenters music. ----One of my favorite songs from the early 70's is 'I Can See Clearly Now (Johnny Nash, 1972).' To this day, when I hear that song, I drop what I'm doing and just listen to it as it reminds me of a great time in my life. Also, 'Tuesday Afternoon (The Moody Blues, 1968).' You won't be disappointed.
This song brings me back in time to when I first heard it. It was a simpler time. at the local race track they played music during intermission early 70s
When we lost Karen, no other music really mattered anymore, she was the best of her time and maybe even still, I miss Karen , RIP.
Check out Al Stewart Year of the Cat, as well as his Time Passages, simply mind blowing.
Great channel by the way, glad you are enjoying your trip through musical history, what a ride.
Beautiful reaction to a great classic song performance.
Beautiful voice.
Happiest when she's drumming
Thank you for presenting the Carpenters, I grew up listening to this era, and is my go to for relaxing. Glad the era is of intrest to you, and I'll look forward to the next one.
The greatest female voice ever .
Karen had the voice of an Angel. Now you need to see her playing the drums, where she was truly happy. Karen was a drummer that could sing. A great drummer too.
What does an angel sound like? I’d like to know.
She was special for sure!
Another great vocalist- Anne Murray, she does a great song for winter called Snowbird 😊
Have to hear Elvis Presley My Way or American Trilogy. His concert in Honolulu Hawaii was in a pack stadium 1.5 billion people watching live in 43 countries you have to hear Elvis Presley!
And to think, she really is a drummer. A really great drummer.
If she only knew how loved she was.
My older bro loved the Carpenters and made sure I heard them He told me her voice is so original you could never mistake it for someone else's. She was very lonely and longing for love. Became bulimic and died young of heart failure. Her death really helped bring that disorder out into the open. Very sad and a loss for everyone because she was a fantastic singer.
If you check out their first charting single "Close To You" (No. 1), you'll see Karen with her drum kit. Another singer you should check out is Linda Ronstadt. She has one of the best voices of the past 60 years. Blue Bayou, Desperado, Long, Long, Time, Crazy, Heatwave, Tumbling Dice, Different Drum.
One of my favorite oldie song is Percy Sledge,"When a Man Loves a Woman".
I really love your reactions 🥲
I think back to the time when a 12 -13 year old FishingWithHouse lay in his bed with a transistor AM radio with a single ear plug listening to The Carpenters . The radio stations were different then. This song could be heard right after Boston, right before Fog Hat .Hard rock and soft rock were on the same stations and The Carpenters were topping Billboard magazine. Now at 65 years old FishingWithHouse still enjoys that lonesome voice.
Karen & Richard Carpenter were brother & sister. Karen sang (and also played drums very well, mind you), and Richard played the piano and keyboards, and wrote the arrangements and also sang backup vocals. They were one of the greatest duet acts of all time! Superstar was written from the point of view of a girl who follows a rock band, and falls in love with one of the performers. She hears him on the radio, but his touring lifestyle makes it impossible for them to be together.
Such a tragic story... but soooo many really good hits... it's shocking how many. Great reaction. Thank you. ❤
This gal never missed a single note. . . . . pretty good drummer, as well.
She is a heart breaking story, she made all of there songs come alive
Best oldies artist of all time?
Ohh, my dear, that is a task even Hercules would fail at attempting. An impossible errand.
The 70's were FULL of the Best.
The Carpenters were a favorite. Teared up on this one. Her voice and your authentic reaction to it. Love that I grew up when I did.
One of my favorite oldies hits is "Turn Around, Look At Me" by The Vogues.
Wow! First time checking out your channel. I was in high school when this came out. Karen still breaks my heart every time I hear her sing. That's Richard, her brother on keys. He did the arrangements and also wrote a few of their songs.
1965 Roger Miller/King of the Road
one of the best vocalist ever! dbl ♥
Anne Murray singing snowbird.❤
👍 Excellent!
The best oldies song of all time: check out Carpenters' "We've Only Just Begun" - beautiful melody, heart-warming lyrics, creative arrangement and spectacular vocals - for decades used as a wedding and graduation song, and for very good reasons...
Your taste in music, is growing maturing! Excellent !
I always loved this song and the carpenters. Have you listened to Dolly Pardon? She is my favorite singer of all times. Her song Joleen is a favorite of mine.
Gosh I remember the year The Carpenters burst on the scene on pop radio. It was just as The Beatles were starting to fade away (as they previously dominated the airwaves) and the first song I remember was “Close To You” and the radio was playing it about 30 times a day. The bookend to that song was Carole King’s “It’s Too Late” so if you enjoyed Karen Carpenter you should really check out Carole King as they were comparable in popularity as well as their quality.
Such a pure voice. And she was quite adept on the drums.
Yes she has great vocals here.
Roy Orbison's "Crying", The Carpenters were great. You should listen to more of their songs. Love watching your reactions! Thanks for sharing! 420
A once in a lifetime voice. Hauntingly beautiful and unforgettable. That was her brother singing backup. Listen to any of their hits and you will be amazed. Enjoy the journey.
Nobody could sing like Karen Carpenter, the best female vocalist of all time in my books. She could play the drums brilliantly too! Unfortunately, she got extremely ill and died far too young and soon from complications from anorexia. She lives on through her music, though. She did tons of great songs!
Beautiful Karen has the purists clean voice EVER!!!!!! Angelic 😇
I don't think an "all-time" favorite song exists because as you have learned during your reviews that each artist is "greatest of all time". The individual talent and uniqueness of everyone you have reviewed has impacted you uniquely in each of their songs. Karen was just a gift, just like the others. You are a gift by being vulnerable and revealing just how skillful these people were and sharing that vulnerability with others. Your reviews and reactions give hope to other generations that the artists talents will live on. I think angels are all around us doing amazing things to remind us of how great our God is. No harm to enjoy the music of today, but never forget yesterday.
Amen
Thank you for your reaction to this Carpenters song. 🎉
What a thoughtful share about your personal journey, Lilly. As a 73 year old who got to grow up to this great music, I always love when contemporary reactors find the same richness in these tunes that I did.
Favorite oldie? Oh wow. Hundreds to choose from. This could be an interesting pairing for you: "Rhythm of the Rain," first by The Cascades (1963), and then covered brilliantly by Dan Fogelberg (1990). 😊🎶
Karen has an absolutely magical voice. The world lost her way too young
Never be another Karen Carpenter. Her voice is timeless.
I don't watch too many reactions but you are a very good reaction host, you are expressive and always have good things to say. You have probably heard, "Close to You," her voice is haunting. They were a brother/sister duo. check out their entire concert on BBC TV in England, in 1971 - their musical ability is phenomenal. I saw them at Washington State University in 1972. Eleven years later she would be dead of anorexia. She excelled in music in high school and I believe at least one or two members of the Carpenters played in the band with her in high school.
Her mother always favored her brother, he was trained as a classical pianist - she could never please her mother. Karen's heart gave out suddenly as a result of anorexia at their home - her mother discovered her. Also, check out some videos of her drumming. There is one video of her drumming in concert with the Carpenters. She was a phenomenal drummer.
Linda Ronstadt long long time and blue bayou
You've gotta see her play drums. You'll be amazed. Love from Texas .
1972 Billy Paul/"Me and Mrs. Jones"
Such emotion for a man she never met...she hears him sing I love you in a song and thinks the song is about her.... this is thr true sadness of the song ... unrequited love for a singer on the radio that she doesn't know and will never meet.