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“It’s Going To Take Some Time” is a soft pop ballad recorded by the Carpenters in 1972. The song was written by Carole King and Toni Stern, and it appears on the Carpenters’ album A Song for You.
The lyrics express the emotional process of healing after a breakup, with the message that recovering from heartache takes time. Karen Carpenter’s gentle, heartfelt vocals give the song a soothing and reflective tone, while the orchestral arrangement adds a touch of elegance.
This track is loved for its honesty and emotional simplicity, making it one of the Carpenters’ memorable hits of the early 1970s.