Breakdown
Mariah Carey · 1997
32 min · 5 tracks · contemporary R&B · hip-hop · soul
A sultry blend of R&B grooves and hip-hop rhythms, underscored by Mariah's soaring vocals.
Why this album works
- Best for
- sultry grooves for evening relaxation steady pacing for focused listening remix variety enhances engagement
- Context
- Released on January 1, 1997, 'Breakdown' marked a transitional phase for Mariah Carey following her commercially successful album 'Daydream'. By this time, she was solidifying her influence as a pop and R&B artist, experimenting with hip-hop collaborations that would define her sound in the late '90s.
- If you like
- contemporary R&B, hip-hop, soul
Breakdown is a single by Mariah Carey, released in 1997. A sultry blend of R&B grooves and hip-hop rhythms, underscored by Mariah's soaring vocals. 'Breakdown' stands out as one of the early examples of R&B integrating hip-hop elements, showcasing Carey's vocal versatility. The song received critical acclaim and charted well, further cementing her status as a leading figure in contemporary music. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Breakdown sound like?
A sultry blend of R&B grooves and hip-hop rhythms, underscored by Mariah's soaring vocals. Rooted in contemporary R&B and hip-hop.
What makes Breakdown by Mariah Carey notable?
'Breakdown' stands out as one of the early examples of R&B integrating hip-hop elements, showcasing Carey's vocal versatility. The song received critical acclaim and charted well, further cementing her status as a leading figure in contemporary music. Released on January 1, 1997, 'Breakdown' marked a transitional phase for Mariah Carey following her commercially successful album 'Daydream'. By this time, she was solidifying her influence as a pop and R&B artist, experimenting with hip-hop collaborations that would define her sound in the late '90s.
Who is Breakdown for?
Breakdown works well if you're into sultry grooves for evening relaxation, steady pacing for focused listening and remix variety enhances engagement.
How many songs are on Breakdown?
Breakdown has 5 tracks, running approximately 32 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Breakdown (radio edit) Standout 4:15
- 2 Breakdown (The Mo’ Thugs remix) Standout 4:58
- 3 Breakdown 4:44
- 4 Honey (Morales club dub) Standout 10:58
- 5 Honey (Mo’ Honey dub) 7:23
Release Date
January 1, 1997
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
32 min 18 sec
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