Nice reaction, nice analysis. This song epitomizes Karen's heartbreaking story. This truly is Karen's song. I feel fortunate to have grown up with Carpenters timeless music and Karen's heavenly and ANGELIC voice. Extremely talented duo! Rest in peace beautiful Karen. You were and still are loved by many!
Thank you Clifford! Appreciate the positive comment. Karen was my childhood favorite and I grew up with Carpenters music which was just perfection. Her voice was distinct and heaven-sent. Best regards 🙂
Ya know, you're only the second reactor to note Karen's phrasing, and the other person was a vocal coach. It astounds me how all these reactors out there seem more intent on moving or bouncing around instead of intently listening closely to how Karen doesn't breathe where most singers would. Kudos to you for noticing. :)
And also no one notices or mentions her perfect diction and the clarity of her voice. I have never heard her sing a song where I did not recognize a word, and that I have never heard in another female singer in the 60 years of listening to music.
Close your eyes and listen to Tori Holub! I swear that Karen has been reincarnated as a BLONDE! The voice is a carbon copy of Karen's sweet alto! Phrasing, vowels, diction is Karen again!
One thing about the lyrics of this song - it really seems to be a reflection of her own life. I don't think they meant it to be that way, but when she never really found 'that love' - I believe that was one of the reasons of her quick departure from this life. 😮💨 Please also react to their song "Solitaire" - thank you.
Omg, not doing very well health wise.. And this is just putting me in a better loving mood...so hard to do in this world today with everything going on.
You're funny ..one last time...you'll want to listen to her every day...so hurry up and listen to her over 100+ songs! You could be #1...let's work together...I know the best! Haha...
Not to nitpick but I think it would be more accurate to say that Karen is able to sing long phrases without taking a breath within such phrases, rather than “without breathing” 😂 - she obviously took a breath before singing those long phrases.
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This is where The Carpenters created power ballads. It's strange to think that they exerted such a huge influence over future musicians. Yet they did.
Thanks Martie! This remains my most viewed reaction video ever. 🙂🙏
she broke my heart when she sang this song. I felt so sorry for her.😢
By far my favorite female singer of my lifetime and I'm 70.
Thank you Rex! Appreciate the comment. I grew up with Karen’s music . An eternal favorite ❤️
For me she has the MOST perfect voice,,,,she has 3 octave voice contralto,,, that's why American is the greatest artist of all time,,,
Karen was my childhood favorite and I still keep her vinyl records. She has a distinct voice like no other. ❤️
@@SoulSurging hey...yr not near my age!
Music is our spiritual nutrients..Love all those great musicians especially our Carpenters!
This is real talent,raw talent!! No gimmicks just genius from Richard and Karen❤❤❤
Thank you Tina! Truly the best duo ever. 🙂🙏❤️
I like how you analyzed the lyrics and your appreciation of Karen and Richard's talent.. Carpenters music is timeless.
Thanks so much Dixie ❤️
The Carpenters were amazing back in the day. I was straight rock and roll but my guilty pleasure was the Carpenters.
The guitar work on this song is simply amazing.
I agree Patrick. By the late, great guitarist Tony Peluso.
Nice reaction, nice analysis. This song epitomizes Karen's heartbreaking story. This truly is Karen's song. I feel fortunate to have grown up with Carpenters timeless music and Karen's heavenly and ANGELIC voice. Extremely talented duo! Rest in peace beautiful Karen. You were and still are loved by many!
Thank you Clifford! Appreciate the positive comment. Karen was my childhood favorite and I grew up with Carpenters music which was just perfection. Her voice was distinct and heaven-sent. Best regards 🙂
Ya know, you're only the second reactor to note Karen's phrasing, and the other person was a vocal coach. It astounds me how all these reactors out there seem more intent on moving or bouncing around instead of intently listening closely to how Karen doesn't breathe where most singers would. Kudos to you for noticing. :)
Thanks Christopher! Karen does it so effortlessly and listening to her phrasing and beautiful voice is just magical. 🙏❤️
I have to totally agree with that... of course I was a music teacher.
And also no one notices or mentions her perfect diction and the clarity of her voice. I have never heard her sing a song where I did not recognize a word, and that I have never heard in another female singer in the 60 years of listening to music.
@@nkcbrazil super agree. We don’t need lyrics when we listen to a Carpenters song. Perfect diction.
Close your eyes and listen to Tori Holub! I swear that Karen has been reincarnated as a BLONDE! The voice is a carbon copy of Karen's sweet alto! Phrasing, vowels, diction is Karen again!
This has to be one of the most reacted to groups, for good reason.. So many people just now discovering them.
Karen has an iconic voice
Thanks! Karen’s voice was distinct. No one compares ❤️
Great song and great reaction you are one of a kind!
Thank you so much. Glad you liked it. It’s my most viewed reaction video. 🙂
One thing about the lyrics of this song - it really seems to be a reflection of her own life. I don't think they meant it to be that way, but when she never really found 'that love' - I believe that was one of the reasons of her quick departure from this life. 😮💨 Please also react to their song "Solitaire" - thank you.
Thanks Buuk. I love Solitaire. 🙂
Great choice, THX for the upload and reaction. This song is often overlooked. Cheers.
Thanks so much! I am amazed at the very positive reaction to the video with so many views. It is my most viewed since I started 3 months ago. Regards.
Look up ‘Karen Carpenter drum solo’…fun and GREAT!
what a fantisc analysis very happy to find this extremelly good channel!
Thanks so much Diogo and I truly appreciate your comment 🙏❤️🙂. Best regards.
Omg, not doing very well health wise..
And this is just putting me in a better loving mood...so hard to do in this world today with everything going on.
Karen could sing algebra equations and put everyone in a better mood lol. As a youngster, I had a terrible crush on Karen.
@@thomastimlin1724 Thomas...me too!
Awesome, gang!! New one to me! 😊
Thanks Damon!
I hope you upload everyday! I love your insights into these songs plus I love how you react to old school songs PURE NOSTALGIA
Thank you for your wonderful comment on our Nostalgia Channel 🙂🙂🙂
Karen had a completely unique voice that is number been successfully duplicated. Great reaction
Thanks Jeffrey. No one has matched the uniqueness and distinctiveness of her beautiful voice. ❤️
You mean Hellow Sailor!
You will get drums in a Carpenter tune because Karen was a drummer.
Thanks a lot Sorrah! Amazing drummer. 🎵🙏🙂
You're funny ..one last time...you'll want to listen to her every day...so hurry up and listen to her over 100+ songs! You could be #1...let's work together...I know the best! Haha...
When that song came out Carpenter fans thought they had sold out with the guitar solo
Yes Zander agree that the fans thought they sold out with the guitar solo.
Hey Mr., You new? Please, please..do much of this wonderful woman...you will be very popular! She was just #1. Saw her in 74!!!
Thank you and appreciate your suggestions Michael.
@@SoulSurging so start! Hahaha 🤣
Not to nitpick but I think it would be more accurate to say that Karen is able to sing long phrases without taking a breath within such phrases, rather than “without breathing” 😂 - she obviously took a breath before singing those long phrases.
Thanks Calvin! I think “singing long phrases without pausing sounds” better.
U need a video
Thanks for the suggestion but we are avoiding a copyright strike if we use a video. 🙏🙂🎵
Love the Carpenter’s
Thank you Jim 🙏❤️