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.
Christmas Song
The Carpenters Lyrics
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We've waited
Waited through spring and fall
To hear silver bells ringing
See winter time bringing
The happiest season of all
Chestnuts roasting on an open fire
Yuletide carols being sung by a choir
And folks dressed up like Eskimos
Everybody knows a turkey and some mistletoe
Will help to make the season bright
Tiny tots with their eyes of a glow
Will find it hard to sleep tonight
They know that Santa's on his way
He's loaded lots of toys and goodies on his sleigh
And every mother's child is going to spy
To see if reindeer really know how to fly
And so I'm offering this simple phrase
To kids from one to ninety-two
Although it's been said many times,
Many ways
Merry Christmas to you
They know that Santa's on his way
He's loaded lots of toys and goodies on his sleigh
And every mother's child is going to spy
To see if reindeer really know how to fly
And so I'm offering this simple phrase
To kids from one to ninety-two
Although it's been said many times,
Many ways
Merry Christmas to you
The Carpentersβ βChristmas Songβ is a classic Christmas tune that sings about the excitement and joy surrounding the holiday season. The opening lines of the song, βAll through the year, weβve waited, waited through spring and fall, to hear silver bells ringing, see winter time bringing the happiest season of allβ describe the anticipation of waiting for the holiday season throughout the year. It speaks to the idea that Christmas is not just a one-day event but a season that brings happiness and cheer.
The lyrics then describe various images of winter and the holiday season such as βChestnuts roasting on an open fire, Jackfrost nippinβ at your nose, yuletide carols being sung by a choir, and folks dressed up like Eskimos.β These images evoke a sense of warmth, coziness, and nostalgia, which are all feelings associated with Christmas. The lyrics also speak to the excitement of children with βtiny tots with their eyes of a glow, will find it hard to sleep tonightβ anticipating the arrival of Santa and his reindeer. The song ends with the simple phrase βMerry Christmas to you,β which truly encapsulates the essence of the holiday season- spreading joy and goodwill.
Line by Line Meaning
All through the year
We've been waiting for this moment all year long.
We've waited
We've waited eagerly, anticipating this season.
Waited through spring and fall
Even though it's not winter, we've been looking forward to this time.
To hear silver bells ringing
We long to hear the sound of Christmas bells chiming.
See winter time bringing
We love the season of winter and all that comes with it.
The happiest season of all
Christmas is the most joyful season of them all.
Chestnuts roasting on an open fire
We enjoy the warmth and coziness of the season.
Jackfrost nippin' at your nose
Even though it's cold outside, we still find ways to enjoy it.
Yuletide carols being sung by a choir
We love hearing the beautiful songs of Christmas sung by a choir.
And folks dressed up like Eskimos
Everyone gets in the spirit of the season by wearing warm, wintery clothing.
Everybody knows a turkey and some mistletoe
We all know the traditional symbols of a Christmas feast and decorations.
Will help to make the season bright
These symbols help to create a festive and joyful atmosphere.
Tiny tots with their eyes of a glow
Children are filled with wonder and excitement during this time.
Will find it hard to sleep tonight
They are so excited about Christmas Day that they can't wait to go to sleep.
They know that Santa's on his way
Children have great faith that Santa Claus will visit them on Christmas Eve.
He's loaded lots of toys and goodies on his sleigh
Santa has lots of gifts for all the good boys and girls.
And every mother's child is going to spy
Every child is eager to catch a glimpse of Santa Claus.
To see if reindeer really know how to fly
They can't wait to see Santa's flying reindeer in action.
And so I'm offering this simple phrase
I want to wish everyone a Merry Christmas.
To kids from one to ninety-two
This wish is for everyone, from young to old.
Although it's been said many times, Many ways
Even though this sentiment has been expressed before, it still holds true.
Merry Christmas to you
I wish you a very Happy Christmas!
Lyrics Β© Ceylon Records, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Mel Torme, Robert Wells
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@omgahamsandwich5608
I'm 29 years old and I can't deny the beauty of the carpenters. This music is from a time when you actually needed talent to be a musician. Just letting the older folks know that young people can enjoy pure art just like them :)
@FarmersAreDummies
I'm older folks and I agree with you.
@thomasaddams8689
Pass this music on to future generations.
@sandiwalter2760
Thank u for saying that . I'm 58 and I live and grew up with the Carpenters
@grazzi9918
..a very relaxing music from an excellent singer β€οΈβ€οΈβ€οΈ
@kevine.3596
You just restored my faith in "the younger generation".
@madebytheimageofyou
Being 64 I remember hearing this for the first time on the radio in the car, I couldn't believe that a Christmas song could be so beautiful. Being a huge Carpenters fan from the beginning, Karen's voice made my heart just stop! And, the ending arrangement, I just said Richard has done it again! What an angelic sound! Classic! Now, this is what superb music looks and sounds like. If this doesn't move your very soul, something is wrong! RIP to one of the greatest voices of all time!!
@birdsfan57
There will NEVER be a voice that can move one to tears as Karen Carpenter did for so many years. She truly possessed the voice of an angel, and is still so dearly missed...
@patriciaabidi4481
@birdsfan57 3:06 super voice! Never can forget her! R.I.P. Karen, π
@leewilliams6673
I'm 56 now and this song brings back so many memories of relatives ,etc that are gone. Beautiful and moving sound