CARPENTERS - TOUCH ME WHEN WE’RE DANCING

Released: June 19, 1981

Charts:  US: #16 

"Touch Me When We're Dancing" is a song written by Terry Skinner, J. L. Wallace, and Ken Bell. Originally recorded by the Muscle Shoals session group Bama in 1979, it was later covered by The Carpenters in 1981 for their album “Made in America”. The Carpenters' version reached No. 16 on the Billboard Hot 100 and was their last Top 40 hit. 

“Made in America” marked a cautious comeback for The Carpenters after a hiatus due to Richard Carpenter's drug addiction and Karen's anorexia, which would later lead to her death. The single "Touch Me When We're Dancing" was a highlight, subtly incorporating a hint of disco into their signature luxurious sound.

The music video for "Touch Me When We're Dancing" features Karen Carpenter singing and gently dancing beside her brother Richard Carpenter's piano. It includes footage of a couple dancing superimposed over Richard's black piano, and shows a view from behind Richard as he plays. The video also features the guitarist and drummer in the background.