+++ | MARIAH INFORMATION: REMIXOGRAPHY |
Through the years Mariah has released remixes to the public in more ways then one. Below, you can find a listing of Mariah’s remixes in alphabetical order by song title.
A - H | I - P | Q - Z
Since the “Butterfly” album, Mariah has made it crystal-clear in interviews that before that time, her record label had restricted her creative boundaries and created a certain “turtle neck” image she was to pertain to. During this period, she did manage to slip some other influences into her music here and there, but overall it was very polished, adult-contemporary vocal pop. Remixes, however, really gave her an opportunity to explore different genres and territories that weren’t allowed to be touched on her major album releases.
The great thing about Mariah’s remixes is that most of them contain new vocals, new melodies, new lyrics and altogether new sections are added to the original. These remixes allow her to go in unmarked territory, such as gospel and even a little jazz. Many of her remixes contain a powerful, gospel-influenced flavor with backup vocalists. There are also mixes where Mariah actually scats. Her House mixes are not ordinary; they are climactic, creative, artistic and do not follow the cut-and-paste vocal technique that is lazily used by most. Her famous hip-hop remixes, with popular collaborators, Jermaine Dupri and DJ Clue, among others really put a new spin on the singles; some could be a completely separate song altogether. She re-records and re-writes on these also, but even when she doesn’t re-record a remix with new vocals, there is usually a slight melody change along with guest appearances and new vocal ad-libs. You can also sometimes find beat and vocal manipulations on these tracks. Anyone who thought Mariah was one-dimensional will certainly think again after researching these remixes. Overall, it is an amazing collection of club and hip-hop/R&B mixes from an artist who really put a lot of effort and control into making them. They really show just how creative and talented Carey is. |
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Legally stream Mariah's official compilation album, The Remixes, below for a small sample of her remixography.
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