Mariah Carey
Mariah Carey · 1990
46 min · 11 tracks · contemporary R&B · hip-hop · soul
A soaring blend of R&B and pop, showcasing vocal acrobatics intertwined with heartfelt lyrics.
Why this album works
- Best for
- steady melodic journey throughout heartfelt lyrics for emotional resonance for reflective moments
- Context
- Mariah Carey's self-titled debut album arrived in 1990, shortly after she signed with Columbia Records. This release marked the beginning of her extraordinary career, featuring her powerful vocals that would come to define her artistry and influence future generations of singers.
- If you like
- contemporary R&B, hip-hop, soul
Mariah Carey is an album by Mariah Carey, released in 1990. A soaring blend of R&B and pop, showcasing vocal acrobatics intertwined with heartfelt lyrics. The album debuted at number one on the Billboard 200 and produced four number-one singles on the Hot 100 chart, establishing Carey as a formidable force in pop music. Its critical acclaim set the stage for a long-lasting legacy, influencing the sound of contemporary R&B and pop well into the following decades. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Mariah Carey sound like?
A soaring blend of R&B and pop, showcasing vocal acrobatics intertwined with heartfelt lyrics. Rooted in contemporary R&B and hip-hop.
What makes Mariah Carey by Mariah Carey notable?
The album debuted at number one on the Billboard 200 and produced four number-one singles on the Hot 100 chart, establishing Carey as a formidable force in pop music. Its critical acclaim set the stage for a long-lasting legacy, influencing the sound of contemporary R&B and pop well into the following decades. Mariah Carey's self-titled debut album arrived in 1990, shortly after she signed with Columbia Records. This release marked the beginning of her extraordinary career, featuring her powerful vocals that would come to define her artistry and influence future generations of singers.
Who is Mariah Carey for?
Mariah Carey works well if you're into steady melodic journey throughout, heartfelt lyrics for emotional resonance and for reflective moments.
How many songs are on Mariah Carey?
Mariah Carey has 11 tracks, running approximately 46 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Vision of Love Standout 3:30
- 2 There's Got to Be a Way 4:53
- 3 I Don't Wanna Cry Standout 4:48
- 4 Someday 4:08
- 5 Vanishing 4:12
- 6 All in Your Mind 4:45
- 7 Alone in Love 4:12
- 8 You Need Me 3:51
- 9 Sent From Up Above 4:04
- 10 Prisoner 4:24
- 11 Love Takes Time Standout 3:49
Release Date
June 12, 1990
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
46 min 42 sec
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