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The Essential Collection (1965-1997)
(They Long To Be) Close To You

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(They Long To Be) Close To You

From The Essential Collection (1965-1997)4:34

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"(They Long To Be) Close To You" is a track by Carpenters, from the album The Essential Collection (1965-1997). The track is 4:34 long.

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