I'm not sure I'd call it a 'hook', but my favorite instrumental solo is the sax break in 'All You Get From Love Is A Love Song'. It's my favorite Carpenters single and the sax solo is my favorite solo by any musician. It's pure magic from the combined talents of Karen, Richard, Tom Scott and Ray Parker, Jr. Suddenly, everything is right in the world when that record plays.
What's your favorite INSTRUMENTAL hook in a Carpenters song?
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hannahtobin
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It's a testament to the incredible talent and chemistry of the musicians involved—Karen and Richard Carpenter, Tom Scott, and Ray Parker Jr. Their collaboration resulted in a moment of pure musical magic that can transport listeners to a place of joy and nostalgia.
hannahtobin
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The electric guitar's dramatic and melodic sweep leading up to the last chorus of Karen singing "And, oh I just Fall In Love Again" stands out as a defining moment in the song. Its rhythmic and structural repetition throughout the song adds a consistent and captivating element that builds anticipation until the end.
Portlander
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Richard's 30 second piano break in "This Masquerade", Bob Messenger's one minute sax solo in "A Song For You" and of course Tony Peluso's guitar work in "Goodbye To Love".
Rick-An Ordinary Fool
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The piano ending of “Look To Your Dreams” It captures the essence of Karen’s final lyric so beautifully.
newvillefan
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When I got the Japanese 3” singles box and heard the non-piano outro version it didn’t seem complete to me.
hannahtobin
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That's very nostalgic.
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