It was only then confirmed that Roger Nichols, the composer behind some of The Carpenters’ most beloved hits — including “We’ve Only Just Begun” — had passed away peacefully at home on May 17. He was 84.
Nichols’ songwriting partner Paul Williams shared the heartbreaking news on Instagram, noting Roger’s wife Terri and daughters Claire and Caitlin were at his side in his final moments: “They were his dream come true. His greatest joy.”
Together, the duo crafted emotional masterpieces like “Rainy Days and Mondays” and “I Won’t Last a Day Without You”. Their music was also performed by icons like Barbra Streisand, Diana Ross, Petula Clark, and The Monkees.
Fans flooded the internet with tributes. One wrote: “Each time one of your records spins, he’ll live again somehow. Immortality through art.” Another lamented that Roger never got the widespread recognition he deserved, despite being the architect behind timeless songs.
His daughter Claire added her own words: “We are all so proud of the man he was and in awe of the legacy he leaves behind.”
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