Singable Songs by The Carpenters | Famous Western hits that are easy to sing despite being in a foreign language
The Carpenters were a pop duo who enjoyed great success in the 1970s, the heyday of rock.
The brother-and-sister duo created numerous classics with their orthodox pop sound.
Their popularity in Japan has been particularly remarkable, and their songs are still beloved as karaoke staples today.
This time, we’ve picked out some of the Carpenters’ most singable tracks.
There’s also commentary from a vocal coach on technique, so it’s a must-read for anyone who wants to sing Western pop songs well!
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Singable Songs by The Carpenters: Easy-to-Sing Western Classics (11–20)
We’ve Only Just BegunCarpenters
A wedding song classic, “We’ve Only Just Begun.” Its Japanese title is “Ai no Prelude” (Prelude of Love).
As the title suggests, a prelude is an introductory piece, and the song portrays lovers embarking on a new beginning through marriage.
The melody is generally calm, but when it reaches the chorus the voltage rises a bit and an expansive, grand tune unfolds.
Hearing “grand,” many might assume it demands powerful vocals, but the impact actually comes from layering multiple chorus tracks, so even those who aren’t confident in their vocal power can sing it without worry.
SuperstarCarpenters
Speaking of the Carpenters, their music is known for its gentle, uplifting feel, but some of their songs exude a certain sensuality.
Among those, the one I especially recommend is “Superstar.” While the chorus is set in a major key, the other sections are in a minor key, resulting in a sexy melody imbued with wistfulness throughout.
As for the vocal line, it uses a scale found in Japanese kayōkyoku (popular songs), making it one of the easiest Carpenters’ songs to sing.
Yesterday Once MoreCarpenters
The song “Yesterday Once More” is extremely popular in Japan as well.
For many people, the Carpenters are synonymous with this track.
The key feature of this piece is, without a doubt, the chorus.
While it’s not insanely high, some people may find it a bit difficult to sing.
In many cases, those who struggle to hit the notes in the chorus tend to tilt their heads upward as they sing.
If you can’t reach higher notes and you look up, it actually makes it harder to produce sound.
Try to be mindful not to force your voice, and attempt to sing while keeping your head slightly tilted downward.
SolitaireCarpenters
I’d like to introduce a slightly unusual song here.
The Carpenters produced many pop songs known for their orthodox development, but there are also pieces that differ from typical pop music.
One such song is “Solitaire.” While the chorus is a conventional pop ballad, the verses and pre-chorus have a dreamy, ethereal quality.
This kind of melody is rare for the Carpenters, so many listeners may find it refreshing.
As for the vocal line, the range is a bit wider than usual, but not to the point of requiring falsetto, so even those who aren’t confident in their vocals can feel at ease.
Merry Christmas DarlingCarpenters
The Carpenters have produced many songs that evoke a sense of melancholy reminiscent of spring or autumn.
Among them are also masterpieces themed around winter.
One song I particularly recommend from their catalog is Merry Christmas Darling.
As the title suggests, it’s a Christmas-themed piece featuring a cozy melody that conjures images of relaxing by a warm fireplace.
Among the Carpenters’ works, it’s especially easy in terms of pronunciation, with a modest vocal range and simple rhythm, making it approachable even for those not used to singing English-language songs.
In conclusion
Carpenters songs are among the easiest to sing in all Western music.
They’re particularly easy to sing in English, but that also means there are more long sustained notes.
With a basic level of vocal skill, the songs can suddenly sound much more impressive, so let this article be your chance to learn fundamental techniques like vibrato!