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".
Mariah Carey Then Now: See The Superstar Singer’s Transformation Through The Years
hollywoodlife.comMariah Carey, 50, was just 18 years old when she signed her record deal with Columbia Records in 1988. It didn’t take long for her to shoot to superstardom with the release of her debut album just two years later.
Since then, she’s been a staple at major award shows and other high-profile events, and we rounded up photos of some of her best moments throughout her time in the music business.
Mariah was always a powerhouse vocalist, but her look at the start of her career was much different than it is now. She had much darker hair, for one, and it was generally wildly styled in tight curls.
Back in the day, Mariah wasn’t known to wear outfits that accentuated her figure as much as she does now, and it’s safe to say that her style has
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