The Carpenters – Close to You
“Close to You” is a song written by Burt Bacharach and Hal David and recorded by American sibling duo The Carpenters for their second album of the same name, released in 1970. It became their second number-one single on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, following “(They Long to Be) Close to You”.
Background and composition
“Close to You” was written by Burt Bacharach and Hal David. The song is a beautiful ballad about the power of love and the importance of being close to someone you care about. The song’s lyrics are simple, yet elegant, and they perfectly capture the feeling of being in love.
Recording and production
“Close to You” was recorded at the RCA Studios in Hollywood, California. The song was produced by Jack Daugherty.
The recording features Karen Carpenter on lead vocals. Karen’s vocals are pure and angelic, and they perfectly convey the emotion of the song. The song’s instrumentation is simple, yet effective, with a lush string arrangement and a gentle piano accompaniment.
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Here are some additional details about the song:
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- The song was written by Burt Bacharach and Hal David.
- The song was originally recorded by Richard Chamberlain in 1963.
- The Carpenters’ version of the song was released in 1970.
- The song reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the United States.
- The song won the Grammy Award for Best Contemporary Performance by a Duo, Group or Chorus in 1971.
- “Close to You” has been covered by many artists, including Elvis Presley, Dusty Springfield, and Frank Sinatra.