Only Just Begun May 2026

: It became a definitive "wedding song" for a generation, symbolizing hope and new beginnings. 2. The Modern Project: Armaan Malik (2024)

: Surprisingly, the song began as a TV commercial jingle for Crocker National Bank. The bank wanted to attract young couples just starting their lives. Only Just Begun

Originally written by Paul Williams and Roger Nichols, this song is considered a masterpiece of the "soft rock" era. : It became a definitive "wedding song" for

: The phrase has been used as a title for creative works, such as Anne Carson's poem in Harper's Magazine . The bank wanted to attract young couples just

: Richard Carpenter recognized the potential of the jingle and expanded it into a full arrangement. It is noted for Karen Carpenter’s exceptional vocal intonation and a lush, bridge-heavy structure that broke typical pop conventions.