Mariah Carey Set to Release New Album in 2012 : April 19, 2012

Much of the latest news regarding Mariah Carey has been focused on her recent weight loss and subsequent appearance on the cover of the May issue of Shape magazine. But i [...]

Mariah Carey Expecting Twins : December 16, 2010

On December 16 Nick Cannon, the husband of Mariah Carey, told the radio listeners of his that he and Mariah are expecting twins. He also said while performing “Christm [...]

It's Official — Mariah is Expecting : October 28, 2010

On October 28 Mariah Carey, the pop singer, confirmed she is pregnant, with a spring due date. The revelation was made on the NBC “Today” show that was discussing th [...]

Mariah Carey's New Christmas Album Set for Release November 2 : September 03, 2010

More than a decade after releasing “Merry Christmas”, her first Christmas compilation, Mariah Carey returns to the recording studio for what seems to be a sequel to t [...]

Is Mariah Carey Going Broadway on Next Album? : August 25, 2010

Mariah Carey has called on Marc Shaiman (Catch Me If You Can, Hairspray), the Broadway composer, to help with her upcoming studio album.  Randy Jackson is the producer.� [...]

Mariah Carey in the Mix for American Idol Judge Slot : August 20, 2010

Next season “American Idol” might end up glittering after all. According to an inside source, Mariah Carey still is negotiating to sign as one of the show's judges. [...]

Mariah Carey Launches Her Own Fragrance Line : June 21, 2010

A new fragrance line has been launched by Mariah Carey. The line of fragrances Lollipop Bling, a collaboration between Topps Candy (manufacturer of Ring Pops), Elizabeth [...]

Mariah Carey a Possible Judge on X-Factor? : May 13, 2010

As speculation regarding the replacement for Simon Cowell on “American Idol” continues to build, there is also excitement regarding whom Cowell may select to be part [...]

Carey & Cannon Renew Wedding Vows : May 02, 2010

Nick Cannon and Mariah Carey have once again shown that they belong together. They got married -- again. The couple celebrated their second anniversary by renewing thei [...]

Mariah to Play Vanessa Hudgen's Mom in New Movie : December 31, 2009

Can you imagine Mariah Carey being the mother of Vanessa Hudgens? Well why not? After all Mariah is 40 years old and Vanessa is 21 years old. However, that's not reall [...]

Mariah Carey Tops Christmas Song List : December 22, 2009

With Christmas just days away, PPL and PRS for Music, organizations that are responsible for collecting royalties for performers and music creators, have revealed the top [...]

Mariah Carey Gets Set for ‘Angels Advocate’ Tour : December 14, 2009

Its been three years since Mariah Carey toured in support of her "Adventures of Mimi" Tour and the wait for her fans is finally over. Mariah Carey will set out on a 19-ci [...]

Mariah Carey Launches iPhone App : December 10, 2009

In the good old days, all musicians needed was a tune that was radio ready and a music video along with the willingness to go out on the road in order for your album to m [...]

Mariah Puts Aside the Makeup for 'Precious' Role : September 18, 2009

In terms of her role in Precious, the movie based on Sapphire's novel Push, Mariah Carey has quite a good sense of humor concerning it. This is despite the fact that her [...]

Mariah Carey Shines at Inaugural Ball : January 21, 2009

Although the Neighborhood Ball, an event held for Barack Obama, got beat by “American Idol” last night in the TV ratings it was definitely the hottest of all official [...]

Mariah Carey Goes Head to Head with Madonna on New Tour : August 07, 2006

Sixteen months after “The Emancipation of Mimi,” her comeback album, was released Mariah Carey is hitting the road. She has a very tough road ahead of her to show up [...]

Mariah Plots Dates for 'Emancipation' Tour : May 22, 2006

Mariah Carey, over a year after she issued “The Emancipation of Mimi,” the album that revived her career, is finally rolling out plans for launching an ambitious aren [...]

mariah carey Biography

The American pop/R&B songwriter-singer, actress and record producer Mariah Carey was born in Huntington, New York on March 27, 1969 or 1970 (sources vary). In 1990, Carey had her recording debut under the leadership of Tommy Mottola, Columbia Records executive. Carey was the first artist to have the first five of her singles top Billboard's Hot 100 chart. In 1993, she married Mottola and several hit records followed.

In 1997, Mariah Carey separated from Mottola and started to introduce hip hop elements into her work. In 2001 she left Columbia with her popularity on the decline. She signed with Virgin Records but was dropped by the label the next year following a highly publicized emotional and physical breakdown and poor reception for her soundtrack and film project “Glitter.” Carey singed a deal with Island Records in 2002. “The Emancipation of Mimi,” her 2005 album, helped revived Carey's popularity.

In her two decade career, Mariah Carey has sold over 200 million worldwide videos, singles and albums. She is one of the best selling musical artists in the world. According to the RIAA, Carey is the third top selling female artist. Carey in 2008 earned her 18th number one hit single on Billboard's Hot 100 chart, which is the most from any solo artist. Mariah Carey has earned a total of five Grammy Awards. She is also well know for her vocal range, which spans five octaves.