A legendary vocalist and hitmaker, known for her impressive whistle register and chart-topping pop anthems that dominated the 90s and early 2000s.
Mariah Carey is an American singer, songwriter, record producer, and actress known for her impressive five-octave vocal range, melismatic singing style, and signature use of the whistle register. She is an influential figure in popular music, credited with influencing vocal styles, merging hip-hop with pop through her collaborations, popularizing remixes, and helping break down racial barriers for multiracial Americans in popular culture.
Mariah Carey was born on March 27, 1969, in Huntington, New York. She rose to fame in 1990 with her self-titled debut album under the guidance of Columbia Records executive Tommy Mottola, whom she later married in 1993.
Carey is the only artist to date to have her first five singles reach number one on the US Billboard Hot 100, from "Vision of Love" to "Emotions". Her albums Music Box (1993) and Daydream (1995) both rank among the bestselling albums and spawned singles such as "Dreamlover", "Hero", "Without You", "Fantasy", "Always Be My Baby", and "One Sweet Day".
After separating from Mottola, Carey adopted a new urban image and began incorporating more hip-hop and R&B elements with the releases of Butterfly (1997) and Rainbow (1999). By the end of the 1990s, Billboard ranked Carey as the most successful artist of the decade in the United States.
Carey's music often emphasizes themes of empowerment, self-love, and individuality. She has stated that her goal is to inspire her fans to be their true selves and to promote positivity and acceptance.
In addition to her music career, Carey has made headlines for her personal life, including her marriages to Tommy Mottola and Nick Cannon, and her struggles with bipolar disorder.
"I'd rather be onstage with a pig than be in a conversation with someone who doesn't care about music."
Carey's music and style have been referenced and parodied in numerous TV shows, films, and commercials. She has also been the subject of numerous memes and GIFs, cementing her status as a cultural icon.
Carey has supported numerous charitable causes, including the Elton John AIDS Foundation, the American Cancer Society, and the Save the Children organization.
Mariah Carey is widely regarded as one of the most successful artists of all time, with over 200 million records sold worldwide. She continues to inspire and influence new generations of musicians and fans alike.
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