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The Carpenters were a very successful duo during the 1970s. They had a string of hit singles, including "(They Long to Be) Close to You," "We've Only Just Begun," and "Yesterday Once More." They also had a number of successful albums, including Close to You, Carpenters, and Now & Then. The Carpenters were known for their soft, melodic sound, and their music was popular with both adults and children.