The Carpenters 'Those Good Old Dreams'

"Those Good Old Dreams" written by Richard Carpenter and John Bettis appeared on the Carpenters' 1981 A&M album, Made in America. Released as a single, it reached #21 on the Billboard Adult Contemporary and #63 on the Billboard Hot 100 charts. It can also be be found on the 4 CD Box Sets , Anthology and The Essential Collection on A&M . This is as close to country as the Carpenters would get. I do not own the right to the song, audio, or images contained in this video. The sound recording is administered by UMG. No copyright infringement is intended. The purpose of this upload is for viewer enjoyment and education not for monetary gain.

[kimanderson]

This was one of my most FAVORITE songs by "The Carpenters!!" It sounds like a little Country-style type of tune. I would sing it constantly as a kid when I listened to it on my cassette tape. I just couldn't enough of listening to Karen's voice!! It was SOOOO RICH AND PURE and every word was enunciated so CLEARLY!! I even liked her Christmas songs as well!! "The Carpenters" music will live in my heart FOREVER!!

[JohnESmith-novr]

Both Karen's voice and the song is extremely beautiful... We miss you a lot Karen... :'(

[three]

I listen to the Carpenters and my heart melts.

[samarvem]

The voice of an angel, i mean like forever none will surpass her.

[RCrotzer]

There will never, ever be another Karen and Richard Carpenter.  Love you guys!

[RCrotzer]

First song I ever heard from the Carpenters was "Yesterday Once More" and I was under their spell forever!  This is one of my favorites too!  Thank-you Karen and Richard! :D

[Kaffynated]

Their music is so beautiful and peaceful!!!

[黃章誠-sn]

For many years I have heard this catchy, melodious song from the muzak at bookstores and restaurants. I recognized Karen Carpenter's voice in the song, but I never knew the title of the song until I hit upon "Those Good Old Dreams" on the YouTube just now. This serendipitous discovery of the haunting tune has made my day.

[bobwilson]

I heard this song many years ago and it seems to bring back so many good memories in my life.Even though as many people have said it is not a well known song, i still think it is one of their best,

[crystalthomashKC]

Listen the the Carpenters every day. Karen’s voice is so beautiful, pure and flawless.

[justinct]

All alone i created fantasies,  as i grew people call it self-deceiving ... Best lyrics ever.

[ipohboy]

my fav song. light breezy and so harmonious. pure gold

[luxyaltz]

So many great songs like this , such talented people were R & K   and it's still  hard to believe she left us so young .RIP Karen

[ChuckWroste]

Every once in awhile, as you you talk to someone, a special connection seems to appear.  I've felt it about 4-5 times in my life.  When I listen to Karen sing, I feel that same closeness, a special awareness.  Thank you, Karen.  I love you.

[mezula]

"It's a new day for those good old dreams.... and it's all because of you" ... lyrics that melt the heart into puddles of water....

[jannielsen]

One of my favorite songs of all time. Loved it from the first time I ever heard it!

[mooneryz]

My all time favorite carpenter's song! that song makes me feel sad and happy at the same time. Idk, i Just love this song...

[ChickHennify]

did ANYONE else dance to this? Growing up I thought I'd heard every Carpenters song...not this one...but you can 2 step to this and just add the magic of 2 stepping with hopefully someone you care about...its dreamy

[bryanwinings]

I wish I could go back and save her i still miss her deeply Richard I'm sorry for your loss she was and angel

[Russell]

By far, one if my most favorite songs by the Carpenters - the other being "We've Only Just Begun".  And in a dream I had overnight recently, I was hearing and crying to the melody of "Those Good Old Dreams".  This song normally doesn't make me do that, either - but lately, very much so...