The Carpenters' melodic pop charted a record-breaking score of hit recordings on the American Top 40 and Adult Contemporary charts, becoming leading sellers in the soft rock, easy listening and adult contemporary genres. The Carpenters had three #1 singles on the Billboard Hot 100 and fifteen #1 hits on the Adult Contemporary Chart (see The Carpenters discography). In addition, they had twelve top 10 singles (including their #1 hits). To date, The Carpenters' album and single sales total more than 100 million units.
During their fourteen-year career, The Carpenters recorded eleven albums, five of which contained top 10 singles (Close to You, Carpenters, A Song for You, Now & Then and Horizon), thirty-one singles, five television specials, and one short-lived television series. They toured in the United States, the United Kingdom, Japan, Australia, the Netherlands and Belgium. Their recording career ended with Karen's death on February 4, 1983. Karen passed away after cardiac arrest due to complications of anorexia nervosa. Extensive news coverage of the circumstances surrounding her death increased public awareness of the consequences of eating disorders.
Their first recordings were not successful, and the recording studio that was recording them, dropped them. That's when their 'savior' came in. Herb Alpert of A&M records heard a couple of their songs and said that he felt that they had good potential. Thanks to him, and his ability to see/hear quality when it appears, we had the GREAT performers of The Carpenters.
All Of My Life
The Carpenters Lyrics
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For just one boy
And all of my life I have been waiting
For all the joy of having
(*) someone that I can call my own
Who'll come to my side when I am all alone
And now you are here and I've found a whole new world
Has opened for me
A world filled with joy
A world filled with all your love
Eternally
(**) for you say you're mine
You'll love me all the time
Night and day
Come what may, and all of my life
You'll be my own
I just want
Repeat (*)
Repeat (*
The Carpenters’ song “All Of My Life” is a beautiful romantic ballad that speaks to a deep longing for love and companionship. The lyrics express a desire for a specific person to come along and fulfill the singer’s needs for a partner. The songwriter is waiting for a special someone who will be there for her in times of loneliness and be there to share the joys of life together. After waiting her whole life, her special someone finally comes along, and it feels like a whole new world has opened up for her.
The lyrics of the song convey a sense of vulnerability and a deep longing for love. The singer has been waiting for that special someone whom she can call her own. She wants someone who will be there for her no matter what, and with whom she can share all the joys and happiness of life. The song is passionately romantic in its expression of the desire for love and companionship.
“All Of My Life” is a timeless classic that showcases the emotional depth which The Carpenters were known for. The song is beautifully written, with lyrics that are deeply meaningful and relatable. It was a popular song in the 1970s, and it remains a favorite among fans of the band today.
Line by Line Meaning
All of my life I have been waiting
Throughout my entire existence, I've been eagerly anticipating something.
For just one boy
For someone special to come into my life.
And all of my life I have been waiting
Again, emphasizing how long this feeling has persisted.
For all the joy of having
Awaiting the happiness that comes with being in a fulfilling relationship.
Someone that I can call my own
Looking for a partner who is exclusively mine.
Who'll come to my side when I am all alone
Desiring a companion who will be there for me during the hard times.
And now you are here and I've found a whole new world
The presence of this special person has transformed my life.
Has opened for me
My eyes have been opened to new possibilities, thanks to this relationship.
A world filled with joy
My life is now filled with happiness and positivity because of my partner.
A world filled with all your love
I feel loved and cared for by my partner, which fills me with affection.
Eternally
For all of time, this love will continue without end.
For you say you're mine
My partner has pledged their exclusive love to me.
You'll love me all the time
My partner promises ongoing affection, regardless of the circumstances.
Night and day
This love is constant, day and night without pause.
Come what may, and all of my life
Despite any obstacles that we may face, this love will endure.
You'll be my own
My partner belongs to me and me alone, as I belong to them.
I just want
All that I desire is this loving relationship.
Repeat (*)
Emphasizing the hope and longing for a fulfilling relationship to develop.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: RICHARD LYNN CARPENTER
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Evelyn6825
All of my life I have been waiting
For just one boy
And all of my life I have been waiting
For all the joy of having
someone that I can call my own
Who'll come to my side when I am all alone
And now you are here and I've found a whole new world
Has opened for me
A world filled with joy
A world filled with all your love
Eternally
for you say you're mine
You'll love me all the time
Night and day
Come what may, and all of my life
You'll be my own
I just want
Joe Tyria
Not only is Karen playing the drums and singing on this track, she's also playing the electric bass. Talented lady, sorely missed.
MsRadar23
and only 19 in this recording
mary young
Yes talented just like her brother Richard. She was my father's favourite singer and I love her voice also!
John Browneyes
Their early recordings are absolute gems. 1966 - 70.
Wolfsky9
This is another absolute gem, from their 1st album. when I bought it, got back to my place & listened, I was just stunned. This song-------so perfectly showing karen's gorgeous----hauntingly gorgeous--------alto-contralto. ---------I was in love ; an angle had appeared ---------for an all-too brief time. --------------------------WolfSky9, 72 y/o
Bru Schmidt
👍yes! How are you holding up, Mr Wolfski?
B. H.
Such a beautiful song sung by one of the best voices ever. You left us way too soon Karen, I miss your beautiful voice. RIP.
britecho
Ladies and gents, you can look long and you can look hard, but you'll never find a voice sweeter than that! Just beautiful!
Cimarron Hopper
britecho and god said i will create the most heart stopping female vocalist of all time and the result was this angel never again will we anyone exactly like her
M Pa
She's the best.