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.
YOU
The Carpenters Lyrics
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When everything else turns to grey
Yours is the voice that wakes me mornings
And sends me out into the day
You are the crowd that sits quiet
Listening to me
And all the mad sense that i make
And since it's all true
How could anyone mean more to me than you
Sorry if sometimes i look past you
There's no one beyond your eyes
Inside my head wheels are turning
Hey, sometimes I'm not so wise
You are my heart and my soul my inspiration
Just like the old love song goes
You are one of the few things worth remembering
And since it's all true
How could anyone mean more to me than you
The Carpenters' song "You" is about their love and devotion for their significant other. The opening line expresses how they bring happiness to their life, a feeling that stands strong even when things become grim. Their significant other is the first thing that they hear in the morning, and it gives them the courage to face the day ahead. The crowd listening to them represents society, and their partner is one of the few individuals who appreciate and understand their ideas. The last verse shows vulnerability and admits that they may overlook their partner's presence at times but that doesn't mean they take them for granted. They mean everything to the Carpenters and no one can replace their significance in their life.
Line by Line Meaning
You are the one who makes me happy
You bring joy and happiness into my life.
When everything else turns to grey
Even when everything else in my life seems gloomy and dull, you bring color and brightness.
Yours is the voice that wakes me mornings
Your voice is the first thing I hear in the morning, and it energizes and motivates me for the day ahead.
And sends me out into the day
You give me the encouragement and confidence to face whatever challenges the day may bring.
You are the crowd that sits quiet
You are a supportive presence in my life, always there to lend an ear and listen to me.
Listening to me
You pay attention to my thoughts, feelings, and ideas without judgement or interruption, truly hearing and understanding me.
And all the mad sense that I make
You accept and appreciate me for who I am, even when I may seem irrational or nonsensical.
You are one of the few things worth remembering
You are so special and memorable to me that you are one of the few things I would never want to forget.
And since it's all true
My feelings and admiration for you are genuine and truthful.
How could anyone mean more to me than you
You are the most important person in my life, and I cannot imagine anyone else taking your place.
Sorry if sometimes I look past you
I apologize if there are times when I don't give you the attention or recognition you deserve.
There's no one beyond your eyes
I understand that you are the most important and valuable person in my life, and nobody could replace the role you play.
Inside my head wheels are turning
Sometimes I overthink or become anxious, but you are there to help me process my thoughts and emotions.
Hey, sometimes I'm not so wise
I admit that I make mistakes and may not always have the best judgement, but you always support and guide me.
You are my heart and my soul my inspiration
You are the center of my being, the source of my motivation and creativity, and the driving force behind my passions and ambitions.
Just like the old love song goes
My feelings for you are timeless and enduring, like a classic love song that never goes out of style.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: RANDY EDELMAN
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