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Daydream

Mariah Carey · 1995

46 min · 12 tracks · contemporary R&B · hip-hop · soul

A vibrant blend of R&B grooves and pop melodies, showcasing Carey's soaring vocal range and heartfelt songwriting.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady melodic flow throughout
  • heartfelt moments of nostalgia
  • for sunny afternoons
  • uplifting vibes for daydreaming

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer fast-paced listening
  • seek aggressive, high-energy tracks

Where this album fits

Themes
mid-90s pop culture· nostalgic heartbreak
Career context
Released on October 3, 1995, 'Daydream' was Mariah Carey's fifth studio album, following the commercial success of her previous record, 'Music Box'. At this point in her career, Carey was solidifying her status as a dominant force in the pop and R&B landscape, blending genres seamlessly while continuing to push artistic boundaries.
Stylistic neighbors
Alicia Keys· Whitney Houston· Beyoncé
Sounds like this from elsewhere
CrazySexyCool by TLC — Shares a similar blend of R&B grooves and pop melodies with strong emotional narratives.
One in a Million by Aaliyah — Combines smooth R&B production with heartfelt lyrics, echoing the emotional depth of 'Daydream.'

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Fantasy 4:03
  • 2 Underneath the Stars 3:33
  • 3 One Sweet Day 4:42
  • 4 Open Arms 3:30
  • 5 Always Be My Baby 4:20
  • 6 I Am Free 3:09
  • 7 When I Saw You 4:24
  • 8 Long Ago 4:33
  • 9 Melt Away 3:42
  • 10 Forever 4:00
  • 11 Daydream Interlude (Fantasy Sweet dub mix) 3:04
  • 12 Looking In 3:35

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata