As Time Goes By cover

As Time Goes By

The Carpenters · 2001

61 min · 15 tracks · easy listening · adult contemporary music

A nostalgic blend of classic pop standards infused with The Carpenters' signature warmth and harmonies.

Why this album works

The album achieved commercial success, reaching the top of the Adult Contemporary charts and receiving positive critical reception for its rich orchestration and heartfelt performances. It serves as a testament to The Carpenters' legacy, highlighting their influence on subsequent generations of artists in the easy listening and pop genres.
Career context
Released in 2001, 'As Time Goes By' is a posthumous compilation that showcases The Carpenters' enduring appeal after Karen Carpenter's tragic passing in 1983. The album features previously unreleased material and medleys, reflecting the duo's impact on adult contemporary music and their continued relevance decades after their initial success.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Without a Song 1:59
  • 2 Medley: Superstar / Rainy Days and Mondays Standout 3:08
  • 3 Nowhere Man 2:54
  • 4 I Got Rhythm Medley 4:41
  • 5 Dancing in the Street 1:59
  • 6 Dizzy Fingers 2:28
  • 7 You're Just in Love 3:54
  • 8 Karen / Ella Medley 6:00
  • 9 Close Encounters / Star Wars Medley 6:00
  • 10 Leave Yesterday Behind 3:32
  • 11 Carpenters / Como Medley 6:54
  • 12 California Dreamin' Standout 2:31
  • 13 The Rainbow Connection Standout 4:36
  • 14 Hits Medley '76 8:11
  • 15 And When He Smiles 3:00

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