The List of Mariah Carey Albums in Order of Release Date

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Mariah Carey has released sixteen studio albums, two soundtrack albums, seven compilation albums, four extended plays and one remix album.

The List of  Mariah Carey Albums in Order of Release Date

Here is the list of Mariah Carey Album in Order of Release Date:

1. Mariah Carey — June 12, 1990
2. Emotions — September 13, 1991
3. Music Box — August 31, 1993
4. Merry Christmas — October 28, 1994
5. Daydream — September 26, 1995
6. Butterfly — September 10, 1997
7. Rainbow — October 27, 1999
8. Glitter — August 18, 2001
9. Charmbracelet — November 20, 2002
10. The Emancipation of Mimi — March 30, 2005
11. E=MC² — April 14, 2008
12. Memoirs of an Imperfect Angel — September 22, 2009
13. Merry Christmas II You — November 2, 2010
14. Me. I Am Mariah… The Elusive Chanteuse — May 6, 2014
15. Caution — November 16, 2018
16. Here for It All — September 26, 2025

All Mariah Carey Albums List in Order

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1. Mariah Carey (1990)

Tracks

1. Vision of Love
2. There’s Got to Be a Way
3. I Don’t Wanna Cry
4. Someday
5. Vanishing
6. All in Your Mind
7. Alone in Love
8. You Need Me
9. Sent from Up Above
10. Prisoner
11. Love Takes Time

Mariah Carey is the debut studio album by American singer Mariah Carey, released on June 12, 1990, by Columbia Records. Blending soulful ballads with up-tempo pop tracks, the album showcased Carey’s extraordinary five-octave vocal range and songwriting talent. Initially built from a demo tape she created with Ben Margulies, the project evolved with contributions from acclaimed producers like Rhett Lawrence, Ric Wake, and Narada Michael Walden. The album became a massive success, spending 11 weeks at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 and earning nine-times Platinum certification in the U.S. Worldwide, it sold over 15 million copies, cementing Carey’s legendary debut.

2. Emotions (1991)

Tracks

1. Emotions
2. And You Don’t Remember
3. Can’t Let Go
4. Make It Happen
5. If It’s Over
6. You’re So Cold
7. So Blessed
8. To Be Around You
9. Till the End of Time
10. The Wind

Emotions is the second studio album by American singer-songwriter Mariah Carey, released on September 17, 1991 by Columbia Records. Showcasing greater creative control, Carey infused the album with influences from 1950s, 1960s, and 1970s balladry, while collaborating with producers like Walter Afanasieff, Robert Clivillés, David Cole, and Carole King. The record features the chart-topping lead single “Emotions”, making Carey the first artist to have her first five singles reach No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100. Though met with mixed reviews at release, it has since been praised as one of her strongest works. Certified 4× Platinum in the U.S., Emotions has sold over 8 million copies worldwide.

3. Music Box (1993)

 

Tracks

1. Dreamlover
2. Hero
3. Anytime You Need a Friend
4. Music Box
5. Now That I Know
6. Never Forget You
7. Without You
8. Just to Hold You Once Again
9. I’ve Been Thinking About You
10. All I’ve Ever Wanted

Music Box is the third studio album by American singer-songwriter Mariah Carey, released on August 31, 1993, through Columbia Records. The album marked a shift in Carey’s style, embracing a more pop and R&B-oriented sound with a focus on emotional ballads. Largely co-written with longtime collaborator Walter Afanasieff, it also featured contributions from Babyface, C+C Music Factory, and Daryl Simmons. The record produced five singles, including global hits like “Dreamlover”, “Hero”, and “Without You”, which became one of Carey’s biggest international successes. Commercially, Music Box topped charts in over 15 countries, sold 28 million copies worldwide, and remains one of the best-selling albums of all time.

4. Merry Christmas (1994)

 

Tracks

1. Silent Night
2. All I Want for Christmas Is You
3. O Holy Night
4. Christmas (Baby Please Come Home)
5. Miss You Most (At Christmas Time)
6. Joy to the World
7. Jesus Born on This Day
8. Santa Claus Is Comin’ to Town
9. Hark! The Herald Angels Sing
10. Jesus Oh What a Wonderful Child

Merry Christmas is the fourth studio album and first holiday release by American singer-songwriter Mariah Carey, issued on October 28, 1994, by Columbia Records. Arriving between Music Box (1993) and Daydream (1995), the album blends festive classics with original tracks co-written and produced by Carey and Walter Afanasieff. Its lead single, “All I Want for Christmas Is You,” became one of the best-selling singles of all time and a global holiday anthem. Featuring soulful, gospel-inspired vocals, the album has sold over 18 million copies worldwide, earning multi-platinum certifications and ranking among the best-selling Christmas albums in history.

5. Daydream (1995)

Tracks

1. Fantasy
2. Underneath the Stars
3. One Sweet Day
4. Open Arms
5. Always Be My Baby
6. I Am Free
7. When I Saw You
8. Long Ago
9. Melt Away
10. Forever
11. Daydream Interlude
12. Looking In

Daydream is the fifth studio album by American singer-songwriter Mariah Carey, released on September 26, 1995, by Columbia Records. Following the massive success of Music Box (1993) and Merry Christmas (1994), the album showcased Carey’s transition toward R&B and hip-hop influences while maintaining her pop roots. Featuring iconic singles like Fantasy, One Sweet Day (with Boyz II Men), and Always Be My Baby, the album became a global sensation, topping charts in multiple countries and earning Diamond certification in the U.S. With over 20 million copies sold worldwide, Daydream remains one of the best-selling albums of all time and a defining moment in Carey’s career.

6. Butterfly (1997)

Tracks

1. Honey
2. Butterfly
3. My All
4. The Roof
5. Fourth of July
6. Breakdown
7. Babydoll
8. Close My Eyes
9. Whenever You Call
10. Fly Away
11. The Beautiful Ones
12. Outside

Butterfly is the sixth studio album by American singer-songwriter Mariah Carey, released on September 10, 1997, through Columbia Records. The album marked a turning point in Carey’s career as she transitioned from pop-driven ballads to a more mature R&B and hip-hop sound. Collaborating with producers and artists like Sean “Puffy” Combs, Q-Tip, Missy Elliott, and the Trackmasters, Carey blended smooth ballads with urban beats, showcasing her versatility and creative independence. Featuring hits like “Honey” and “My All”, the record was both a critical and commercial success, earning multi-platinum certifications worldwide. Widely regarded as her magnum opus, Butterfly symbolizes Carey’s artistic freedom and personal evolution.

7. Rainbow (1999)

Tracks

1. Heartbreaker
2. Can’t Take That Away (Mariah’s Theme)
3. Bliss
4. How Much
5. After Tonight
6. X-Girlfriend
7. Heartbreaker
8. Vulnerability
9. Against All Odds (Take a Look at Me Now)
10. Crybaby
11. Did I Do That?
12. Petals
13. Rainbow
14. Thank God I Found You

Rainbow is the seventh studio album by American singer Mariah Carey, released on November 2, 1999, through Columbia Records. The album marked a turning point in Carey’s career, showcasing her full embrace of R&B and hip hop influences while blending them with her signature ballads. Produced mainly with Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis, Rainbow features collaborations with Jay-Z, Snoop Dogg, Missy Elliott, Usher, Joe, 98 Degrees, and more, highlighting Carey’s versatility. The album spawned hits like “Heartbreaker” and “Thank God I Found You”, both topping the Billboard Hot 100. Certified triple-Platinum in the U.S., Rainbow sold over 8 million copies worldwide.

8. Glitter (2001)

 

Tracks

1. Loverboy
2. Lead the Way
3. If We
4. Didn’t Mean to Turn You On
5. Don’t Stop (Funkin’ 4 Jamaica)
6. All My Life
7. Reflections (Care Enough)
8. Last Night a DJ Saved My Life
9. Want You
10. Never Too Far
11. Twister
12. Loverboy

Glitter is the soundtrack to the 2001 film of the same name and the eighth studio album by American singer-songwriter Mariah Carey, released on September 11, 2001, by Virgin Records. Blending dance-pop, funk, hip hop, and R&B with a strong 1980s post-disco influence, the album reflected the film’s 1983 setting. Carey collaborated with producers Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis and DJ Clue, featuring guest artists such as Ja Rule, Busta Rhymes, Fabolous, Ludacris, and Eric Benét. Despite debuting at number seven on the Billboard 200, Glitter was initially panned by critics but later gained a cult following and renewed appreciation, particularly after the #JusticeForGlitter campaign in 2018.

9. Charmbracelet (2002)

 

Tracks

1. Through the Rain
2. Boy (I Need You)
3. The One
4. Yours
5. You Got Me
6. I Only Wanted
7. Clown
8. My Saving Grace
9. You Had Your Chance
10. Lullaby
11. Irresistible (West Side Connection)
12. Subtle Invitation
13. Bringin’ On the Heartbreak
14. Sunflowers for Alfred Roy
15. Through the Rain

Charmbracelet is the ninth studio album by American singer-songwriter Mariah Carey, released on December 3, 2002, through MonarC Entertainment and Island Def Jam. Marking her comeback after the struggles surrounding Glitter (2001), the album is considered one of Carey’s most personal works since Butterfly (1997). Blending R&B, hip hop, gospel, and soul, the record explores themes of love, healing, and hope. Collaborating with Jermaine Dupri, Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis, Just Blaze, and others, Carey crafted songs like Through the Rain, Boy (I Need You), and her cover of Bringin’ On the Heartbreak. The album sold over three million copies worldwide.

10. The Emancipation of Mimi (2005)

Tracks

1. It’s Like That
2. We Belong Together
3. Shake It Off
4. Mine Again
5. Say Somethin’
6. Stay the Night
7. Get Your Number
8. One and Only
9. Circles
10. Your Girl
11. I Wish You Knew
12. To the Floor
13. Joy Ride
14. Fly Like a Bird

The Emancipation of Mimi is the tenth studio album by American singer Mariah Carey, released on April 12, 2005 through Island Records. Widely hailed as her “comeback album,” it became Carey’s highest-selling release in a decade and redefined her place in pop and R&B. The album showcases collaborations with major producers and artists like Jermaine Dupri, Snoop Dogg, Kanye West, Pharrell Williams, and Nelly. Featuring chart-topping singles such as “We Belong Together” and “It’s Like That”, the record earned critical acclaim, sold over 10 million copies worldwide, and won three Grammy Awards. It remains one of the best-selling albums of the 21st century.

11. E=MC² (2008)

 

Tracks

1. Migrate
2. Touch My Body
3. Cruise Control
4. I Stay in Love
5. Side Effects
6. I’m That Chick
7. Love Story
8. I’ll Be Lovin’ U Long Time
9. Last Kiss
10. Thanx 4 Nothin
11. O.O.C.
12. For the Record
13. Bye Bye
14. I Wish You Well

Mariah Carey’s E=MC², released on April 4, 2008, via Island and Def Jam Records, is her eleventh studio album, following the massive success of The Emancipation of Mimi (2005). Recorded primarily in Anguilla, the album showcases Carey’s signature blend of pop and R&B, while experimenting with reggae, dance, and gospel influences. Featuring collaborations with T-Pain, Young Jeezy, and Damian Marley, E=MC² explores themes of personal freedom, love, and resilience. The album debuted at number one on the US Billboard 200, spawning hit singles like “Touch My Body,” which tied her with Elvis Presley for the most US number-one singles. Critically praised for its production and vocal performances, it sold over 2.5 million copies worldwide.

12. Memoirs of an Imperfect Angel (2009)

Tracks

1. Betcha Gon’ Know (The Prologue)
2. Obsessed
3. H.A.T.E.U.
4. Candy Bling
5. Ribbon
6. Inseparable
7. Standing O
8. It’s a Wrap
9. Up Out My Face
10. Up Out My Face (The Reprise)
11. More Than Just Friends
12. The Impossible
13. The Impossible (The Reprise)
14. Angel (The Prelude)
15. Angels Cry
16. Languishing (The Interlude)
17. I Want to Know What Love Is

Memoirs of an Imperfect Angel is the twelfth studio album by American singer-songwriter Mariah Carey, released on September 28–29, 2009, by Island Records and The Island Def Jam Music Group. Collaborating primarily with producers The-Dream and Tricky Stewart, Carey crafted an R&B and hip-hop-inspired album featuring slow jams and heartfelt ballads. The album includes hit singles like “Obsessed” and “I Want to Know What Love Is,” blending love, heartbreak, and empowerment themes. Debuting at number three on the Billboard 200, it received positive reviews for its consistent sound and intimate storytelling, and was promoted through television appearances and the Angels Advocate Tour.

13. Merry Christmas II You (2010)

 

Tracks

1. Santa Claus Is Coming to Town
2. Oh Santa!
3. O Little Town of Bethlehem
4. Christmas Time Is in the Air Again
5. The First Noel
6. When Christmas Comes
7. Here Comes Santa Claus (Right Down Santa Claus Lane)
8. Charlie Brown Christmas
9. O Come All Ye Faithful
10. O Holy Night
11. One Child
12. All I Want for Christmas Is You – Extra Festive
13. Auld Lang Syne (The New Year’s Anthem)

Mariah Carey’s Merry Christmas II You is her thirteenth studio and second Christmas album, released on November 2, 2010, by Island Def Jam. Serving as a festive sequel to her 1994 classic, the album blends original songs and timeless covers with R&B, soul, and house influences. Carey, also the executive producer, collaborated with top producers including Jermaine Dupri, Bryan-Michael Cox, and Randy Jackson, and features her mother Patricia Carey on “O Come All Ye Faithful / Hallelujah Chorus.” Hits like “Oh Santa!” set records on the Adult Contemporary chart, while the album topped the US Holiday and R&B charts and earned Gold certification, making it a modern holiday favorite.

14. Me. I Am Mariah… The Elusive Chanteuse (2014)

Tracks

1. Cry.
2. Faded
3. Dedicated
4. #Beautiful
5. Thirsty
6. Make It Look Good
7. You’re Mine (Eternal)
8. You Don’t Know What to Do
9. Supernatural
10. Meteorite
11. Camouflage
12. Money ($ * / …)
13. One More Try
14. Heavenly (No Ways Tired / Can’t Give Up Now)
15. Me. I Am Mariah… The Elusive Chanteuse

“Me. I Am Mariah… The Elusive Chanteuse” is the fourteenth studio album by iconic American singer-songwriter Mariah Carey, released on May 27, 2014, by Def Jam Recordings. Developed over several years, the album showcases Carey’s signature blend of R&B, pop, soul, and disco, featuring collaborations with Nas, Miguel, Wale, Fabolous, and her twins, Moroccan and Monroe. Initially delayed due to production changes and single performance, it includes standout tracks like “#Beautiful,” “The Art of Letting Go,” and “You’re Mine (Eternal).” Celebrated for its melodic ballads, nostalgic influences, and Carey’s powerful vocals, the album reflects her personal and artistic journey, combining heartfelt lyrics with polished, timeless production.

15. Caution (2018)

 

Tracks

1. GTFO
2. With You
3. Caution
4. A No No
5. The Distance
6. Giving Me Life
7. One Mo’ Gen
8. 8th Grade
9. Stay Long Love You
10. Portrait

Mariah Carey’s fifteenth studio album, Caution, was released on November 16, 2018, by Epic Records, marking her first studio album in four years. Blending R&B, pop, and hip hop, the album features collaborations with Ty Dolla Sign, Slick Rick, Blood Orange, and Gunna, and includes standout singles like “With You” and “A No No.” Critically acclaimed for its cohesive production and mature themes of love, empowerment, and self-reflection, Caution debuted at number five on the US Billboard 200 and topped the US R&B/Hip-Hop Albums chart. Carey supported the release with her global Caution World Tour, solidifying the album as a modern R&B masterpiece.

16. Here for It All (2025)

Tracks

1. Mi
2. Play This Song
3. Type Dangerous
4. Sugar Sweet
5. In Your Feelings
6. Nothing Is Impossible
7. Confetti & Champagne
8. I Won’t Allow It
9. My Love
10. Jesus I Do
11. Here for It All

Here for It All is the sixteenth studio album by iconic American singer-songwriter Mariah Carey, released on September 26, 2025, via her imprint Mariah and Gamma. Showcasing a blend of soul, disco, gospel, and pop influences, the album marks a vibrant shift from her previous R&B-focused sound. Featuring collaborations with Anderson .Paak, Kehlani, Shenseea, and the Clark Sisters, it includes hit singles like “Type Dangerous” and “Sugar Sweet.” Celebrated for its retro vibes, emotional ballads, and powerful vocals, Here for It All reflects Carey’s personal journey over the past decade, offering fans a dynamic, diva-filled musical experience.

All Mariah Carey Tours in Order by Year

Mariah Carey’s tours in order reflect her evolution as one of the most celebrated vocalists of all time. Beginning with the Music Box Tour (1993), she went on to captivate fans with the Daydream World Tour (1996), Butterfly World Tour (1998), and Rainbow World Tour (2000). After her Charmbracelet World Tour (2003–2004), Carey launched the iconic Adventures of Mimi (2006) and later tours including The Elusive Chanteuse Show (2014), Sweet Sweet Fantasy Tour (2016), and the Caution World Tour (2019). Recent highlights include her Christmas-themed tours (2022–2024), showcasing her holiday dominance, alongside her co-headlining tour with Lionel Richie in 2017.

Here is the list of Mariah Carey tours in order by year:

Headlining tours:

1. Music Box Tour (1993)
2. Daydream World Tour (1996)
3. Butterfly World Tour (1998)
4. Rainbow World Tour (2000)
5. Charmbracelet World Tour (2003–2004)
6. The Adventures of Mimi (2006)
7. Angels Advocate Tour (2009–2010)
8. Australian Tour 2013 (2013)
9. The Elusive Chanteuse Show (2014)
10. The Sweet Sweet Fantasy Tour (2016)
11. Mariah Carey: Live in Concert (2018)
12. Caution World Tour (2019)
13. Merry Christmas to All! Tour (2022)
14. Merry Christmas One and All! (2023)
15. Mariah Carey’s Christmas Time (2024)

Co-headlining tours:

1. All the Hits Tour (with Lionel Richie) (2017)

Residencies:

1. Live at the Pearl (2009)
2. All I Want for Christmas Is You: A Night of Joy and Festivity (2014–2019)
3. #1 to Infinity (2015–2017)
4. The Butterfly Returns (2018–2020)
5. The Celebration of Mimi (2024–2025)

Conclusion:

Mariah Carey’s discography is a testament to her unmatched artistry, vocal power, and influence in shaping modern pop and R&B music. From her self-titled debut in 1990 to her latest release Here For It All (2025), each era reflects her evolution as a groundbreaking artist who blends pop, soul, hip hop, and holiday classics with ease. With over 220 million records sold worldwide and countless chart-topping hits, Carey remains one of the most successful artists in history. Exploring Mariah Carey Albums in Order offers fans a journey through her iconic career, highlighting her resilience, innovation, and enduring legacy as the “Songbird Supreme.”

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