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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!

Singable Songs by The Carpenters: Easy-to-Sing Western Classics (11–20)

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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.

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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!