Album Covers

Carole King Tapestry

Carole King

· 1971

The Story

The cover of Tapestry was photographed on January 27, 1971, by photographer Jim McCrary at Carole King's home in Laurel Canyon. She is sitting in the window frame, with loose hair, barefoot, and a kitten in the foreground. One of the most recognized photos in album cover history. Tapestry sold over 25 million copies. An absolute classic from 1971.

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