"Love Is Surrender" is a song released by Carpenters for their sophomore album Close to You. It was written by Ralph Carmichael. Originally written by Carmichael for the early contemporary Christian musical Tell It Like It Is in 1969, "Love Is Surrender" was a song that Richard and Karen heard during their teenage years and wanted to record for the album, so Richard and John Bettis changed many of the lyrics to reduce the song's overtly-religious meaning. Along with "I'll Never Fall in Love Again", it was one of the first songs recorded for the album.
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"Love Is Surrender" is a song released by Carpenters for their sophomore album Close to You. It was written by Ralph Carmichael. Originally… read more
"Love Is Surrender" is a song released by Carpenters for their sophomore album Close to You. It was written by Ralph Carmichael. Originally written by Carmichael for the early … read more
The Carpenters were an American vocal and instrumental duo consisting of siblings Karen and Richard Carpenter. With their light, airy melodies and meticulously crafted, clean arrangements, the duo stood in direct contrast with the excessive, gaudy pop/rock of the '70s; yet they became one of the most popular artists of the decade, scoring 12 Top Ten hits, including three number one singles. Karen Carpenter's calm, often somber voice was the most distinctive element of their music, settling in perfectly amidst the precise, lush arrangements provided by her brother Richard.… read more
The Carpenters were an American vocal and instrumental duo consisting of siblings Karen and Richard Carpenter. With their light, airy melodies and meticulously crafted, clean arrangements, … read more
The Carpenters were an American vocal and instrumental duo consisting of siblings Karen and Richard Carpenter. With their light, airy melodies and meticulously crafted, clean arrangements, the duo stood in direct contrast with the exce… read more