Mariah Carey's masterpiece. A collection of gemlike songs that resonate with the heart.

Oh Santa!Mariah Carey

Mariah Carey – Oh Santa! (Official Music Video)

The diva Mariah’s vocal prowess remains as strong as ever, both then and now.

As you often hear her songs on TV and around town during the Christmas season, each of her many signature Christmas tunes stands as a number one that rivals any other singer’s.

ll I Want For Christmas Is YouMariah Carey

Mariah Carey – All I Want For Christmas Is You (Official Video)

A track included on Mariah Carey’s fifth album, Merry Christmas, released in 1994.

It’s also globally famous, and you’re sure to hear it in Japan during the Christmas season.

With passionately romantic lyrics about wanting only you for Christmas, it’s guaranteed to be a joy to listen to.

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Mariah Carey – Obsessed (Official Music Video)

It’s a much-speculated track with memorable lyrics that make you think, “Mariah—could she be dissing Eminem?” The music video also entertains in a different way, featuring a man styled like Eminem and Mariah herself in male drag.

It seems to be one of Mariah’s own favorites, and it’s also a highly popular song among fans.

Lil’ L.O.V.E.Mariah Carey

Bone Thugs-N-Harmony – Lil Love ft. Mariah Carey, Bow Wow

This is a Mariah work steeped in hip-hop.

In the music video, Mariah’s tough, almost villainous expression holds its own against the rappers—it’s fresh and adorable.

Her vocals complement the rap so well that I think this might be the origin of the now-common collaborations between rappers and divas.

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Mariah Carey – 100% HD (Music Video + Lyrics)

Even in the 2020s, when you think of a “global songstress,” Mariah Carey is still the first name that comes to mind.

In Japan as well, Mariah’s popularity and recognition are overwhelming.

When it comes to her Olympics-related songs, many might recall the historic classic “Hero,” which TBS used as its theme song during the 2018 PyeongChang Winter Olympics.

This time, let me introduce a track released in 2010 called “100%.” It may be less well known compared to “Hero,” but it was released as a promotional single to support Team USA at the 2010 Vancouver Olympics, and it’s a hidden gem that was not included on any of her studio albums.

It’s an emotional ballad quintessentially Mariah, and the gospel-tinged chorus at the end along with her ultra-high notes are truly breathtaking.

As for what the title “100%” signifies, read the lyrics closely and discover its true meaning!

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