Gold: 35th Anniversary Edition
The Carpenters · 2004
145 min · 40 tracks · easy listening · adult contemporary music
A soothing blend of lush melodies and heartfelt harmonies that define the essence of 70s soft rock.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- soothing melodies for relaxation
- nostalgic vibes for quiet evenings
- sing-along moments with friends
- patient pacing for reflective listening
- heartfelt harmonies for emotional connection
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking high-energy tracks
- prefer standalone singles
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on February 10, 2004, 'Gold: 35th Anniversary Edition' showcases The Carpenters’ enduring legacy as one of the most beloved duos in pop history. At this point, Karen Carpenter had tragically passed away in 1983, making this compilation a poignant reflection on their career and an opportunity for fans to reconnect with their timeless sound.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Simon & Garfunkel· The Mamas & the Papas· James Taylor
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Superstar 3:46
- 2 Rainy Days and Mondays 3:35
- 3 Top of the World 3:02
- 4 Maybe It's You 3:03
- 5 Let Me Be the One 2:25
- 6 Reason to Believe 3:04
- 7 Jambalaya (On the Bayou) 3:38
- 8 Leave Yesterday Behind 3:32
- 9 Your Baby Doesn't Love You Anymore 3:51
- 10 Bless the Beasts and Children 3:15
- 11 It's Going to Take Some Time 2:58
- 12 The Rainbow Connection 4:37
- 13 Only Yesterday 3:46
- 14 Sweet, Sweet Smile 3:02
- 15 There's a Kind of Hush (All Over the World) 3:04
- 16 California Dreamin' 2:31
- 17 Solitaire 4:42
- 18 We've Only Just Begun 3:05
- 19 This Masquerade 4:53
- 20 Calling Occupants of Interplanetary Craft (The Recognized Anthem of World Contact Day) 7:09
Disc 2
- 1 Yesterday Once More 3:58
- 2 Please Mr. Postman 2:47
- 3 Hurting Each Other 2:48
- 4 I Need to Be in Love 3:50
- 5 Merry Christmas, Darling 3:07
- 6 (They Long to Be) Close to You 3:42
- 7 All You Get From Love Is a Love Song 3:47
- 8 Sing 3:17
- 9 Make Believe It's Your First Time 4:10
- 10 Ticket to Ride 4:10
- 11 Goodbye to Love 3:57
- 12 I Just Fall in Love Again 4:04
- 13 I Believe You 3:56
- 14 Tryin' to Get the Feeling Again 4:22
- 15 For All We Know 2:33
- 16 Touch Me When We're Dancing 3:20
- 17 I Won't Last a Day Without You 3:55
- 18 Mr. Guder 3:22
- 19 A Song for You 4:38
- 20 Karen's Theme 2:41
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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