Mariah Carey's Breakup Songs: Popular Hits Ranking [2026]

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Mariah Carey – Someday (Official HD Video)

I thought this song was very relatable because it portrays a girl who’s putting on a brave face despite the sadness of heartbreak, telling the person who dumped her, “You’ll regret turning me down.” I believe many girls feel this way, so it’s a song I want lots of girls to hear.

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Mariah Carey – Without You (Official Lyric Video)

This work is a masterful rendition of a classic 1970s rock ballad, delivered on a grand scale by Mariah Carey.

Released as a single from her third album, Music Box, in January 1994, it spent four consecutive weeks at No.

1 in the UK and also topped the charts across Europe, including Germany, Switzerland, and the Netherlands.

The lyrics portray deep grief and a heartfelt longing for a loved one, powerfully conveyed through her phenomenal vocal range and expressive delivery.

The surging emotion leading into the chorus, together with the dramatic soundscape woven by orchestra and piano, leaves a profound impact on listeners.

It’s a song I recommend when you want to reaffirm your feelings for someone important or when you’re in the mood for a moving, soul-stirring ballad.

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Mariah Carey – Bye Bye

Sung over a strongly R&B-tinged track are lyrics mourning the loss of a loved one.

“I never knew I could hurt like this,” and “And everyday life goes on like ‘I wish I could talk to you for a while.’” Even if it’s not a death, there’s no doubt this song resonates when you lose someone important through heartbreak.

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Mariah Carey – My All (Official HD Video)

This Latin-tinged ballad, released as the final single from the 1998 album “Butterfly,” became her 13th No.

1 on the U.S.

charts.

Inspired by the culture she experienced in Puerto Rico, it sets a poignant longing for a separated lover against the sound of acoustic guitar.

From whispery lows to soaring highs in the finale, Mariah Carey’s delicate vocals shine throughout.

The monochrome music video directed by Herb Ritts is equally beautiful, with seaside and lighthouse imagery that enhances the song’s sensual world.

A heart-stirring classic ballad, perfect for nights when you can’t be with the one you love.

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Mariah Carey – We Belong Together (Official Music Video)

Mariah Carey, the American diva who continues to captivate the world with her overwhelming vocal prowess and whistle register, enjoys immense popularity in Japan as well.

Today’s feature is a sublime R&B ballad from her 2005 album “The Emancipation of Mimi.” This song expresses the aching feelings of longing for a departed lover, sung over a minimal beat and piano.

When the key changes in the latter half and the emotion suddenly overflows, it’s impossible to listen without tears.

It held the No.

1 spot on the U.S.

charts for a total of 14 weeks and boasts a legendary record of exceeding 200 million weekly radio listeners at the time.

What incredible popularity.

It’s a song that feels like it stays close to the pain of heartbreak, so why not listen to it alone on a quiet night?