The Carpenters were an American musical duo consisting of siblings Karen and Richard Carpenter. They were known for their soft rock and pop style, blending Karen's warm contralto vocals with Richard's harmonizing and arranging skills.
During their career, they recorded 10 albums and had numerous hit singles, including classics like "(They Long to Be) Close to You" and "We've Only Just Begun". Their music dominated the Adult Contemporary charts, with three No. 1 singles and 15 No. 1 hits in that genre.
Sadly, their career was cut short when Karen passed away in 1983 due to complications from anorexia, which led to increased awareness of eating disorders. Despite this, their music remains beloved, with over 100 million records sold worldwide.
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