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Close to You

The Carpenters · 1970

39 min · 12 tracks · easy listening · adult contemporary music

A lush blend of orchestral arrangements and soft vocals that define the essence of 70s pop balladry.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady, consistent energy levels
  • long, immersive listening sessions
  • contemplative, reflective moods
  • gentle emotional resonance

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on August 19, 1970, 'Close to You' was The Carpenters' second studio album following their debut 'Offering'. This album marked a significant breakthrough for the duo, as it solidified their reputation in the adult contemporary music scene and featured their signature sound characterized by Karen Carpenter's warm vocals and Richard Carpenter's intricate arrangements.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 We’ve Only Just Begun 3:05
  • 2 Love Is Surrender 1:59
  • 3 Maybe It’s You 3:05
  • 4 Reason to Believe 3:06
  • 5 Help 3:05
  • 6 (They Long to Be) Close to You 4:36
  • 7 Baby It’s You 2:54
  • 8 I’ll Never Fall in Love Again 3:00
  • 9 Crescent Noon 4:13
  • 10 Mr. Guder 3:15
  • 11 I Kept on Loving You 2:17
  • 12 Another Song 4:25

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