Butterfly
Mariah Carey · 1997
67 min · 14 tracks · contemporary R&B · hip-hop · soul
A lush blend of R&B, hip-hop, and pop that showcases Mariah Carey's vocal prowess and emotional depth.
Why this album works
- Best for
- wave-like emotional highs and lows intimate moments for quiet reflection celebratory tracks for summer gatherings
- Context
- Released on September 16, 1997, 'Butterfly' marked Mariah Carey's sixth studio album, following her commercial peak with 'Daydream'. This record signified a pivotal moment in her career as she embraced a more personal and artistic direction after her tumultuous experiences with her previous label.
- If you like
- contemporary R&B, hip-hop, soul
Butterfly is an album by Mariah Carey, released in 1997. A lush blend of R&B, hip-hop, and pop that showcases Mariah Carey's vocal prowess and emotional depth. 'Butterfly' debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 chart and received critical acclaim for its innovative blend of genres. It was also significant for influencing the sound of late-'90s pop and R&B, establishing Carey as a leading figure in contemporary music and earning her several Grammy nominations. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Butterfly sound like?
A lush blend of R&B, hip-hop, and pop that showcases Mariah Carey's vocal prowess and emotional depth. Rooted in contemporary R&B and hip-hop.
What makes Butterfly by Mariah Carey notable?
'Butterfly' debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 chart and received critical acclaim for its innovative blend of genres. It was also significant for influencing the sound of late-'90s pop and R&B, establishing Carey as a leading figure in contemporary music and earning her several Grammy nominations. Released on September 16, 1997, 'Butterfly' marked Mariah Carey's sixth studio album, following her commercial peak with 'Daydream'. This record signified a pivotal moment in her career as she embraced a more personal and artistic direction after her tumultuous experiences with her previous label.
Who is Butterfly for?
Butterfly works well if you're into wave-like emotional highs and lows, intimate moments for quiet reflection and celebratory tracks for summer gatherings.
How many songs are on Butterfly?
Butterfly has 14 tracks, running approximately 67 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Honey Standout 5:01
- 2 Butterfly 4:35
- 3 My All Standout 3:52
- 4 The Roof Standout 5:15
- 5 Fourth of July 4:22
- 6 Breakdown 4:44
- 7 Babydoll 5:07
- 8 Close My Eyes 4:21
- 9 Whenever You Call 4:21
- 10 Fly Away (Butterfly reprise) 3:49
- 11 The Beautiful Ones 6:59
- 12 Outside 4:47
- 13 Honey (So So Def radio mix) 3:59
- 14 Honey (Def club mix) 6:17
Release Date
September 16, 1997
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
67 min 37 sec
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