Only Yesterday
The Carpenters · 1990
76 min · 20 tracks · pop music
A nostalgic collection of remixed classics that captures the essence of The Carpenters' soft pop sound and enduring melodies.
Top tracks — play these first
-
→
Yesterday Once More (remix) Start here — This remix revitalizes one of The Carpenters' signature hits, showcasing their reflective lyrics about nostalgia and the power of music across generations.
-
→
Superstar (remix) — The updated mix enhances the track's haunting melody and emotional depth, illustrating Karen Carpenter's unmatched vocal prowess while bringing fresh life to a classic.
-
→
Goodbye to Love (remix) — This remix emphasizes the song’s poignant themes of heartbreak, with its orchestral arrangement capturing the bittersweet essence that defines much of The Carpenters' work.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- nostalgic reflections on love
- for rainy afternoons
- melodic comfort during solitude
- dynamic flow with varied pacing
- sing-along moments with friends
Maybe skip if you
- seekers of instant gratification
- prefer upbeat party tracks
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Late Career Highlight — Marks a return after a hiatus, showcasing enduring appeal and commercial success.
- Career context
- Released in 1990, Only Yesterday marked The Carpenters' return to the music scene after a lengthy hiatus following Karen Carpenter's tragic death in 1983. This compilation brought together reimagined versions of their most beloved tracks, aiming to reintroduce their music to both old fans and a new generation, while also reflecting on their legacy in the adult contemporary genre.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Simon & Garfunkel· The Mamas & the Papas· James Taylor
Tracklist
- 1 Yesterday Once More (remix) Start here 3:58
- 2 Superstar (remix) 3:45
- 3 Rainy Days and Mondays (remix) 3:35
- 4 Top of the World (single mix) 2:58
- 5 Ticket to Ride 4:07
- 6 Goodbye to Love (remix) 3:56
- 7 This Masquerade 4:50
- 8 Hurting Each Other 2:47
- 9 Solitaire 4:40
- 10 We’ve Only Just Begun (remix) 3:03
- 11 Those Good Old Dreams 4:12
- 12 Please Mr. Postman 2:50
- 13 I Won’t Last a Day Without You 3:48
- 14 Touch Me When We’re Dancing 3:19
- 15 Jambalaya (On the Bayou) 3:41
- 16 For All We Know 2:34
- 17 All You Get From Love Is a Love Song 3:47
- 18 (They Long to Be) Close to You 3:42
- 19 Only Yesterday 3:49
- 20 Calling Occupants of Interplanetary Craft (The Recognised Anthem of World Contact Day) (remix) 7:08
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
Sync your library
Everything you track here works immediately — no account needed. Create one when you want to sync across devices.