(They Long to Be) Close to You

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"(They Long to Be) Close to You" is a hit song on Carpenters sophomore album Close to You. It was written by Burt Bacharach and Hal David. It was first recorded by Richard Chamberlain and released as a single in 1963 as "They Long to Be Close to You," without parentheses. However, it was the single's flip side, "Blue Guitar," that became a hit. Although Richard Chamberlain recorded the first version, the tune was also recorded as a demo by Dionne Warwick in 1963 and re-recorded with a Burt Bacharach arrangement for her 1964 album Make Way for Dionn… read more
"(They Long to Be) Close to You" is a hit song on Carpenters sophomore album Close to You. It was written by Burt Bacharach and Hal David. … read more
"(They Long to Be) Close to You" is a hit song on Carpenters sophomore album Close to You. It was written by Burt Bacharach and Hal David. It was first recorded by Richard Cham… read more

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The Carpenters were an American vocal and instrumental duo consisting of siblings Karen Carpenter (1950–1983) and Richard Carpenter (born 1946). Known for their soft musical style, the group featured Karen’s contralto vocals and Richard’s harmonising, arranging, and composition work. Over a 14-year career, the Carpenters released 10 studio albums, multiple singles, and appeared in several television specials. Originally from New Haven, Connecticut, the siblings moved to Downey, California, in 1963. Richard studied piano from an early age and later attended California State Universit… read more
The Carpenters were an American vocal and instrumental duo consisting of siblings Karen Carpenter (1950–1983) and Richard Carpenter (born 1946). Known for their soft musical style, the grou… read more
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