Carpenters Popular Songs Ranking [2025]

Hurting Each OtherCarpenters92rank/position

Carpenters – Hurting Each Other

While primarily focused on pop music, the Carpenters have created songs with a variety of distinctive qualities.

Among their works, “Hurting Each Other” is particularly dynamic in its contrasts.

The chorus, in particular, features pronounced shifts, dropping suddenly into a quiet arrangement and vocal line at the end.

Although some parts can be a bit tricky to pitch, the overall range is narrow, making it a song that’s relatively easy to sing.

Be sure to check it out.

SolitaireCarpenters93rank/position

Solitaire (Remastered)

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.

The First SnowfallCarpenters94rank/position

The First Snowfall / Let It Snow, Let It Snow, Let It Snow

The American pop music duo the Carpenters continues to be popular in Japan even today.

I think many younger people are familiar with them as well.

Their song “The First Snowfall” is one of their classic winter-themed tracks, released in 1978.

Karen’s vocals, sung in an alto voice—which was very rare in the music scene at the time—are particularly striking.

The melody evokes Christmas and has a bright feel, but combined with Karen’s timbre, it also conveys a calm, soothing atmosphere alongside that brightness.

[They Long To Be] Close To YouCarpenters95rank/position

[They Long To Be] Close To You

The Carpenters are a musical duo formed by the Carpenter siblings, Karen and Richard.

One of their signature songs is “[They Long to Be] Close to You.

” Sung from the perspective of a woman in love, it celebrates the charm of the man she adores.

The whisper-soft, gentle vocals and romantic lyrics make it perfect for a soothing listen at night.

Incidentally, many Japanese artists, including Anri and Fujii Kaze, have covered the song, so comparing different versions can be enjoyable.

Top of the WorldCarpenters96rank/position

Carpenters Top of the World The Carpenters HQ

The Carpenters are a sibling duo consisting of Karen and Richard.

This song was released in 1972 and reached No.

1 on Billboard the following year.

It has been covered by many singers, and in Japan it has been performed by prominent artists such as Mari Amachi, Hiromi Iwasaki, and Agnes Chan.

Top of the WorldCarpenters97rank/position

Carpenters “Top Of The World” Original Recording, 1972

A song that briskly portrays the feelings of a woman elated by being in love.

It’s one of the most famous pieces in the Carpenters’ catalog.

Its buoyant mood enhances the sense of spring.

Upon its release in 1973, it reached No.

1 on the U.

S.

Billboard charts.

In Japan, it has been covered by numerous musicians and featured in commercials and TV dramas.

Prelude of Love (We’ve Only Just Begun)Carpenters98rank/position

We've Only Just Begun (Prelude of Love) / Carpenters

The Carpenters were a duo consisting of the sibling pair Richard and Karen Carpenter.

Their sound was characterized by multitrack recording, and Karen’s calm, lower-register voice was captivating.

“(They Long to Be) Close to You” was one of their early hits.

Richard’s piano playing is also very beautiful.