Karen Carpenter

Top songs

Close To You
All Because Of You
My Body Keeps Changing My Mind
Yesterday Once More

About Karen Carpenter

Karen Carpenter, born on March 2, 1950, was an American singer and drummer, best known as one half of the duo The Carpenters alongside her brother Richard. She possessed a distinctive contralto voice and achieved immense success in the 1970s with hits like 'Close to You' and 'We've Only Just Begun.' Tragically, Karen's life was cut short in 1983 due to heart failure related to anorexia nervosa.

Karen's music often delved into themes of celestial admiration and personal longing, reflecting her introspective nature. Songs like 'Top of the World' and 'Rainy Days and Mondays' showcased her ability to convey deep emotional resonance, capturing both the beauty of the world and the ache of unfulfilled desires.