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.
We've only just begin
The Carpenters Lyrics
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White lace and promises
A kiss for luck and we're on our way
(We've only begun)
Before the risin' sun, we fly
So many roads to choose
We'll start out walkin' and learn to run
Sharing horizons that are new to us
Watching the signs along the way
Talkin' it over, just the two of us
Workin' together day to day
Together
And when the evening comes, we smile
So much of life ahead
We'll find a place where there's room to grow
And yes, we've just begun
Sharing horizons that are new to us
Watching the signs along the way
Talkin' it over, just the two of us
Workin' together day to day
Together
Together
And when the evening comes, we smile
So much of life ahead
We'll find a place where there's room to grow
And yes, we've just begun
The Carpenters’ hit song “We’ve Only Just Begun” tells the story of two people who have just started their journey together in life, as a couple. They are full of hope and optimism, ready to discover new horizons together. The lyrics describe the start of a journey that is full of promise and excitement, with so much life ahead of them. It’s a song about new beginnings and the joy that comes with creating a new life together.
The first verse talks about how they “have only just begun to live”. They are young and in love, and they have all of this potential in front of them. The white lace and promises refer to the wedding ceremony and the vows they made to each other. They share a kiss for luck, and they are off on their journey together. The second verse is about the many roads they have to choose from. They will start slow, walking, but eventually, they will learn to run. They are excited to begin this journey, and they have no idea where it will lead them.
The chorus is about the couple sharing new experiences together, whether it’s watching the signs along the way or talking things over, just the two of them. They are working together day to day to create a life that they both want. The second verse is repeated before the song moves on to the final chorus. The song ends with them looking forward to the future, with so much of life ahead of them.
Line by Line Meaning
We've only just begun to live
We're just starting this journey called life.
White lace and promises
We're excited to embark on a new journey filled with love and commitment.
A kiss for luck and we're on our way
We're optimistic and hopeful as we begin this new journey together.
(We've only begun)
We're just starting and there's so much more ahead.
Before the risin' sun, we fly
We're eager to start each day and make the most of our time together.
So many roads to choose
There are endless possibilities for us to explore in life together.
We'll start out walkin' and learn to run
We'll take things slow at first and gradually build up our strength and resilience.
And yes, we've just begun
We're filled with excitement and anticipation for all that's ahead.
Sharing horizons that are new to us
We're exploring new opportunities and experiences together.
Watching the signs along the way
We're staying aware of our surroundings and taking cues from the universe.
Talkin' it over, just the two of us
We're communicating regularly and working together to navigate any challenges that come our way.
Workin' together day to day
We're committed to supporting each other and making progress together each day.
Together
We're a team and nothing can stop us as long as we have each other.
And when the evening comes, we smile
We're grateful for each day and the progress we've made together.
So much of life ahead
We're optimistic about the future and all the possibilities it holds for us.
We'll find a place where there's room to grow
We'll create a life together that allows us to continue growing and thriving.
And yes, we've just begun
We're still just starting and there's so much more ahead for us as a team.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: NICHOLS WILLIAMS
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@tiareggie
Who still Listening to Karen Carpenter in 2023! This song always bring me to tears. We sung this song at my 8th grade Graduation May1980. As a 58 year old BW all music was played back in our day. Karen Carpenter just hit different😔.......I Love Karen Carpenter❤
@addressunknown7903
2024
@michaelhamer8666
Absolutely love Karen Carpenter! A golden voice like non other!❤
@tonikimpel7891
2024
@Adirondack842
8th grade graduation in May 1980 also! Good stuff...
@obinnaorji3756
February 2024
@russellstone9056
The '70s, '80s and even '90s seem like another lifetime.
@blobcity3591
gather ye rosebuds while you may
@user-zm4pu2zi8n
It feels like we were on a different planet. So weird.
@joegibbskins
They literally were another lifetime ago