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I Want to Know What Love Is

Mariah Carey · 2009

10 min · 2 tracks · contemporary R&B · hip-hop · soul

A lush blend of soulful balladry and contemporary pop, exploring love's complexities through Carey’s powerful vocals.

I Want to Know What Love Is is a single by Mariah Carey, released in 2009. A lush blend of soulful balladry and contemporary pop, exploring love's complexities through Carey’s powerful vocals. This album is significant for featuring Carey's rendition of Foreigner's classic hit, which showcased her vocal prowess and reached number 20 on the Billboard Hot 100. The emotional depth of the track resonated with audiences and solidified her status as a leading figure in contemporary R&B. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does I Want to Know What Love Is sound like?

A lush blend of soulful balladry and contemporary pop, exploring love's complexities through Carey’s powerful vocals. Rooted in contemporary R&B and hip-hop.

What makes I Want to Know What Love Is by Mariah Carey notable?

This album is significant for featuring Carey's rendition of Foreigner's classic hit, which showcased her vocal prowess and reached number 20 on the Billboard Hot 100. The emotional depth of the track resonated with audiences and solidified her status as a leading figure in contemporary R&B. In 2009, Mariah Carey was navigating a resurgence in her career following the commercial success of her previous album, 'The Emancipation of Mimi'. 'I Want to Know What Love Is' marked her return to the spotlight as she sought to redefine her sound while embracing classic influences.

How many songs are on I Want to Know What Love Is?

I Want to Know What Love Is has 2 tracks, running approximately 10 minutes.

Tracklist

2 tracks·10:00

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

  • 1 I Want To Know What Love Is Standout 3:39
  • 2 Obsessed (Cahill club edit) Standout 6:21

Release Date

September 15, 2009

Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

10 min 0 sec