Mariah Carey (born March 27, 1969 or 1970) is an American singer, songwriter, actress, and record producer. Referred to as the "Songbird Supreme" by Guinness World Records, she is noted for her five-octave vocal range, melismatic singing style, and signature use of the whistle register.
She rose to fame in 1990 after signing to Columbia Records and releasing her eponymous debut album, which topped the U.S. Billboard 200 for eleven consecutive weeks. Soon after, Carey became the only artist ever to have their first five singles reach number one on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 chart, from "Vision of Love" to "Emotions".
Fatman Scoop dead at 53: Missy Elliott and Timberland lead star-studded tributes to Be Faithful rapper
ok.co.ukTimbaland and Missy Elliott are among the music giants who have led the star-studded tributes to Fatman Scoop after his shock death which was made public earlier today.
The legendary rapper, whose real name is Isaac Freeman III, passed away aged 53 after suffering a medical emergency on stage on Friday.
His tour manager, Birch Michael, also known as Pure Cold, confirmed the death in a statement posted to Instagram on Saturday.
It read: "It is with the heaviest of hearts I announce the passing of Isaac Freeman III, known professionally as Fatman Scoop.
Read more on ok.co.uk