Song

We've Only Just Begun

by The Carpenters

We've Only Just Begun is a 1970 song by The Carpenters, 3:04 long, which peaked at #2 on the Billboard Hot 100. A karaoke version is available on KaraFun. It fits the "Us" or "We" song themes.

Top 10 hit (#2) Karaoke favorite

Released 1970 Hot 100 peak #2 · 17 weeks Length 3:04 Pop, Adult Contemporary

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Performance tips

• Maintain a smooth, legato phrasing throughout
• Emphasize the hopeful tone of the lyrics
• Watch the gentle rise in volume during the bridge

In these themes

• 🤝"Us" or "We""We"

Karaoke versions

There's a karaoke version of this song. Most karaoke services carry it; KaraFun lists it among its most-sung songs.

• Find karaoke versions on YouTubeOpens a YouTube search for "We've Only Just Begun" karaoke

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• Rainy Days and Mondays1971 · 3:36
• Sing1973 · 3:18
• Superstar1971 · 3:49
• (They Long to Be) Close to You1970 · 3:40

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