This is the Carpenters’ beautiful concept album about love’s ups and downs. Hit single “Top of the World” is a toe-tapping joy, as twinkling pedal steel and plush electric piano soundtrack an ode to new romance. On “Hurting Each Other,” Karen Carpenter’s pristine vocals soar over the gossamer strings and impending heartbreak. And her tender delivery of Carole King’s “It's Going to Take Some Time” is a master class in restraint, her sweet but strong voice weaving around parping flute and honeyed harmonies.