I love this song. Karen was one of kind. The brother / sister harmonies of Karen and Richard are so layered and ring clear. Richard is a world class producer and arranger.
I was always a rock man but the Carpenters were one of my favourite alternative groups. Karen’s voice and the production of their records made you sit up. RIP Karen. Such a sad life which could have treated more effectively today. Loved them.
At the time she was popular many of us thought of The Carpenters as kind of superficial 'bubblegum' (an actual musical niche) kind of band. Many of us preferred the Rolling Stones, Cream, and other bands that were a bit more darker. But Karen's perfect voice has more than stood the test of time. She is truly one of the best singers of her or any other time. I think, for me, it is the silky tonal quality above all other aspects of her beautiful voice. It is so sad she died from complications of an eating disorder. Thanks for your reaction!
Brings me back to grocery shopping with my mom as a kid… they would play instrumentals based off these types of songs. Now too often where you shop or eat out, the music makes you feel like you’re in a night club
@@MaddyReactions hi again Maddy. I see someone has my idea in your comments. Last May 4th I made a Kofi request for We’ve Only Just Begun cover by James Wilkas ft. Tori Holub. All I want to know is if it’s lost or in the queue. It is a long time, and I’ve had requests get lost. I just got one done from a June request. So, it happens. Given the date maybe I was in a Star Wars mood, I don’t remember. 😂 I think you already reacted to Rainy Days & Mondays, my fave Carp. song. My request came just days after Tori performed at the Carpenters 55th Anniversary, where she met with Richard. Thanks for any updates and #KeepTheMusicAlive Joe
The greatest female voice of all time. Even today, I don't hear anyone that can match the emotion in her voice. She had that tear, and sadness in her voice that could reach deep into my soul, and touch my heart. RIP, Karen.
Great reaction, Maddy. Keep up the good work. That was one of my favorite songs by the Carpenters. Some other great songs are Goodbye to Love, I Won’t Last a day Without You, For All We Know, and Yesterday Once More.
This is so good as a video, and would have been harder to make. Most people don't realize that the equipment to synchronize video to audio was hard to come by in the 70s. Yes, that was her brother. She had body issues that ultimately cost her her life. Her brother had addiction issues (Qaaludes). I loved her voice. I liked this song and "Rainy Days and Mondays"
HAH: a CHALLENGE. There is a tribute artist out there by the name of Tori Holub. I know, I know. Tribute artist...blech. However, you might find this one a tad different. She has done tik tok shorts, several covers of several artists, and at least two original songs. PLEEZ start with We've Only Just Begun, with Jim the midi doctor and his many musical friends. I highly doubt you will be disappointed. Trust me.
I funded this song months ago. I hope it’s in the queue and not lost. And I don’t think Tori considers herself a tribute artist. It’s just her voice is so close. She covers a lot of old songs, as you know. Some new. Joe
@@ericzeichert511 I just wrote to Maddy, I found my receipt from May. It was days after I saw Tori at the 55th. Keep up the requesting. It’s basically Ron and me. It’s hard and $$. 😊 Joe
@MaddyReactions the location is the world renowned Huntington Library and Japanese/ Chinese Gardens in San Marino, CA. The library is home to many original paintings (Pinky and Blue Boy) as well as one of the remaining Guttenberg Bibles. The Bible is encased in plexiglass and on display for the public. No flash photography permitted
Oh, God. She was already sooo thin. It just broke my heart when we learned WHY she had died so suddenly. Best female vocalist of my lifetime. A favorite song is Masquerade and their Xmas album, A Christmas Portrait is a holiday Must in our home.
I haven’t heard this in such a long long time. All her great songs I feel I took for granted that she’d be with us forever.
One of the best voices ever. Two of her best, in my opinion, are A Song for You and Superstar.
Only Yesterday - an A&M "promo film" form 1975. Filmed in Studio D and on location at Huntington Gardens in Pasadena, California.
San Marino, CA adjacent to Pasadena.
When this was filmed, it was the Huntington Library and Japanese Gardens. They've since added Chinese Gardens to the estate as well.
karen had so much warmth in her voice.
Not only was Karen’s voice absolutely angelic, but she was also a great drummer
I love this song. Karen was one of kind. The brother / sister harmonies of Karen and Richard are so layered and ring clear. Richard is a world class producer and arranger.
we were truly blessed that Karen graced us all with her all too short but so elegantly wonderful presence on this Earth . . . . . . . . . . .
I was always a rock man but the Carpenters were one of my favourite alternative groups. Karen’s voice and the production of their records made you sit up. RIP Karen. Such a sad life which could have treated more effectively today. Loved them.
She is simply incredible. My favorite singer of all time and a great drummer also.one of the most talented woman ever..
The park in the music video is Huntington Library Botanical Gardens in San Marino (a Los Angeles suburb south of Pasadena).
Grew up listening to Carpenters music in the early to late 70s... Just ❤
Simply breathing Beautiful Maddy thank U for the reaction 😊😊😊
The Carpenters were so good. Love their harmonies and Karen’s voice was just magical. ❤❤❤🙏🙏😊
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At the time she was popular many of us thought of The Carpenters as kind of superficial 'bubblegum' (an actual musical niche) kind of band. Many of us preferred the Rolling Stones, Cream, and other bands that were a bit more darker. But Karen's perfect voice has more than stood the test of time. She is truly one of the best singers of her or any other time. I think, for me, it is the silky tonal quality above all other aspects of her beautiful voice. It is so sad she died from complications of an eating disorder. Thanks for your reaction!
At least for me; Karen & Judith Durham (The Seekers) are some of the best ear candy.
Brings me back to grocery shopping with my mom as a kid… they would play instrumentals based off these types of songs. Now too often where you shop or eat out, the music makes you feel like you’re in a night club
You’re right Maddy, Karen’s voice is sad but beautiful, keep them coming! 👍
Thanks for listening
@@MaddyReactions hi again Maddy. I see someone has my idea in your comments. Last May 4th I made a Kofi request for We’ve Only Just Begun cover by James Wilkas ft. Tori Holub. All I want to know is if it’s lost or in the queue. It is a long time, and I’ve had requests get lost. I just got one done from a June request. So, it happens. Given the date maybe I was in a Star Wars mood, I don’t remember. 😂 I think you already reacted to Rainy Days & Mondays, my fave Carp. song. My request came just days after Tori performed at the Carpenters 55th Anniversary, where she met with Richard. Thanks for any updates and #KeepTheMusicAlive
Joe
The greatest female voice of all time. Even today, I don't hear anyone that can match the emotion in her voice. She had that tear, and sadness in her voice that could reach deep into my soul, and touch my heart. RIP, Karen.
I used to confuse this song title with another Carpenters’ song Yesterday Once More. After watching your video reaction: not anymore 😊
After listening to Metallica, this song is as sweet as tasting cotton candy. 🌺
I was around as a kid when they were big but my older sister loved them and had all of their vinyl! Great job Maddy!
Thank you for your reaction to this Carpenters song😃
Harriet Sings is a current British artist who sounds just like Karen Carpenter
Great reaction, Maddy. Keep up the good work. That was one of my favorite songs by the Carpenters. Some other great songs are Goodbye to Love, I Won’t Last a day Without You, For All We Know, and Yesterday Once More.
Thank you!! ☺️
This is so good as a video, and would have been harder to make. Most people don't realize that the equipment to synchronize video to audio was hard to come by in the 70s. Yes, that was her brother. She had body issues that ultimately cost her her life. Her brother had addiction issues (Qaaludes). I loved her voice. I liked this song and "Rainy Days and Mondays"
You cannot go wrong listening to Karen Carpenter
Always loved this song. I'm pretty sure the "park" was the Huntington Library in San Marino California, which was local to them.
Oooh!!
@@MaddyReactionsin Los Angeles “local” is a relative term. San Marino is 17 miles from Downey and can take weeks depending on freeway conditions. 😂
@@jbs256weeks? Don't exaggerate ... I've made that trip in like 5 days... 😉
The Japanese gardens at The Huntington are beautiful.
You are so simply stunning Maddy
Blame radio for the short songs. Richard Carpenter is her brother and arranger. of the music.
This chic also smashed the drums
Karen was my favorite female singer of all time she had the voice of an angel thanks Maddie you made my day
So amazing
My favourite is Goodbye to love.
Beautiful song
HAH: a CHALLENGE. There is a tribute artist out there by the name of Tori Holub. I know, I know. Tribute artist...blech. However, you might find this one a tad different. She has done tik tok shorts, several covers of several artists, and at least two original songs. PLEEZ start with We've Only Just Begun, with Jim the midi doctor and his many musical friends. I highly doubt you will be disappointed. Trust me.
I funded this song months ago. I hope it’s in the queue and not lost. And I don’t think Tori considers herself a tribute artist. It’s just her voice is so close. She covers a lot of old songs, as you know. Some new.
Joe
My best impression of a shocked face.
@@ericzeichert511 I just wrote to Maddy, I found my receipt from May. It was days after I saw Tori at the 55th. Keep up the requesting. It’s basically Ron and me. It’s hard and $$. 😊
Joe
"You're killing me, smalls". Just trying to get a response to the email on the request I purchased.
If you paid you should get your request. unless its held up somehow. The ones I donate to do it the next day normally.
@dougwill8850 a bit more than something that simple. Why I sent her an email weeks ago
I think it was huntingdon gardens pasadena , ca
Ahh! Gorgeous!
@MaddyReactions the location is the world renowned Huntington Library and Japanese/ Chinese Gardens in San Marino, CA. The library is home to many original paintings (Pinky and Blue Boy) as well as one of the remaining Guttenberg Bibles. The Bible is encased in plexiglass and on display for the public. No flash photography permitted
"Yesterday Once More" is a big hit but I don't see many reactions to it. 🤔
'A drummer that sings!' Have a listen to an actress that sings, Barbra Streisand.
Probably “Close to you”
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Nice song choice to react maddy
It is pretty.
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rip karen
Oh, God. She was already sooo thin. It just broke my heart when we learned WHY she had died so suddenly. Best female vocalist of my lifetime. A favorite song is Masquerade and their Xmas album, A Christmas Portrait is a holiday Must in our home.
GOD HAS NOTHING TO DO WITH IT
Karen Carpenter - what a tragedy.
awesome one :)
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Marry your my internet crush ❤ ❤❤
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Hello maddy
Hiii
Great song, such a tragedy. Always harmonic...
She's phenomenal.. Such a tragedy what happened to her!
Gone too soon.
My favorite carpenter song is masquerade
Hey❤ little red riding hood 😂