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.
Bless The Beasts And Children
The Carpenters Lyrics
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For in this world they have no voice,
They have no choice.
Bless the beasts and the children,
For the world can never be,
The world they see.
Light their way
Give them love, let it shine all around them.
Bless the beasts and the children;
Give them shelter from a storm;
Keep them safe;
Keep them warm.
Light their way
When the darkness surrounds them;
Give them love, let it shine all around them.
Bless the beasts and the children;
Give them shelter from a storm;
Keep them safe;
Keep them warm.
Bless the beasts and the children;
Give them shelter from a storm;
Keep them safe;
Keep them warm.
The Carpenters's song Bless The Beasts And Children speaks to the need to protect and care for those who cannot speak for themselves. The title of the song conveys this sentiment, as the phrase "bless the beasts and children" implies a need to bless and protect those who are often powerless in the world. The verse "For in this world they have no voice, they have no choice" further emphasizes this theme, pointing out that those who cannot speak up for themselves have no say in matters that affect their lives.
The song also highlights the need for love and support for these individuals. The chorus encourages listeners to "light their way when darkness surrounds them" and to "give them love, let it shine all around them." The repeated line "bless the beasts and the children" serves as a reminder to listeners that there are many vulnerable individuals in the world who need our protection, and that it is our responsibility to provide them with care and support.
Line by Line Meaning
Bless the beasts and the children,
May we give our blessings to the innocent animals and young ones who cannot speak in a world that often ignores or mistreats them.
For in this world they have no voice,
These beings often lack the ability, power, or representation to protect themselves or convey their needs.
They have no choice.
The fate of these beings is often determined by external forces beyond their control, leaving them without options or agency.
For the world can never be,
The current state of the world fails to match the innocence, purity, or hope embodied by the perspectives of these beings.
The world they see.
Their vision of the world may be uncomplicated or uncompromised by the cynicism, pain, or complexity that we face as adults.
Light their way
May we provide guidance, support, or compassion during times of uncertainty, confusion or despair.
When the darkness surrounds them;
During moments of danger, sadness, or loss, when hope or light may seem scarce.
Give them love, let it shine all around them.
Let us offer care, empathy, and kindness to these beings, enveloping them with the warmth and radiance of compassion.
Give them shelter from a storm;
Provide them physical and emotional protection during periods of turbulence, violence, or hardship.
Keep them safe;
Ensure that these beings do not face harm, danger, or neglect by anyone, including ourselves.
Keep them warm.
Protect these vulnerable creatures from the coldness and harshness of the world, and create an environment of comfort and nurturing.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: BARRY DE VORZON, PERRY L BOTKIN
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@lugenehaynes7584
I don't know what makes me weep more---the beauty of her message, the angelic way she delivers it, or sadly that this golden voice is stilled. God bless you, Karen.
Singing with God's choir.
@K-OnTheCase
@Lugene Haynes : My friend, I couldn’t have said it better…. Tears streaming as I write this response. Bless you for saying with such clarity, exactly what my heart was aching to say 💔
@vicckk56
It makes me weep as well. It's meaning is so strong.
@skipwin9895
what about her hairstyle? that makes me weep
@jayatfreelance
Amen.
@jayatfreelance
@skip win The fact that c-nts like you exist makes me weep. You make the case for retro-active abortion.
@tmadsam
Karen was known in the music business for being "One take Karen." She always had perfect pitch and tone. She needed no rehearsal. I truly love her music and listen to her always. Although no longer physically with us, she left an incredible musical legacy!
@xaosnox
I love how people who don’t work in this industry look at it. No rehearsal?!?! They rehearsed EVERYTHING to the point that it was almost too perfect. They might as well have been robots. Every word, breath, motion, etc. was rehearsed to perfection. That's how you get things done in one take.
I've had one or two songs that I recorded where the first take of a verse or other section was a "one-take" wonder, but that was mostly driven by budget and circumstance. With Karen and Richard, everything was rehearsed to perfection. Of only she would have waited a few more years. Breast implants and other cosmetic surgery developments could have given her more of a balanced top and bottom. Not that she needed it, but it would have given her more confidence about her looks. Her sister didn't know how to dress her, either. The wardrobe choices often made her look more bottom heavy, like light culottes with dark tops. I'm not a fashion guru, but I work color, and anyone dressing someone for stage performances should know enough to avoid those mistakes.
Also, it's important to remember that she died of refeeding syndrome after she'd started gaining weight.
@iAncientOne
One of her most under-rated songs. She believes this, and in turn, makes us believe. I still grieve her loss. Her singing still brings goosebumps and tears.
@brianmallen8887
How about the way she goes from that silky practically "talk" singing to "light their way when the darkness surrounds them," the way that builds...Jesus..Anybody can take a singing lesson, but the fact is obvious, hit-making singing like Karen's is a gift, no way to replicate it. Funny how she never seemed to realize that, cocky she was not. Even when John Lennon stops her in a restaurant to tell her how great she is.