Mariah Carey returns on September 26th with her new album, “Here For it All.”

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TOP 5 SONGS

5. Type Dangerous

Mariah knows she is the dangerous type.

“Type Dangerous” takes the energy in the opposite direction, dialing up confidence and flirtation. This is Mariah at her most playful, describing the type of partner she craves: bold, fearless, and just a little dangerous. The production hits with a late ‘90s/early 2000s club pulse—loud, rhythmic, and meant to move bodies. What makes it fun is the duality: the sultry lyrics paired with Mariah’s almost carefree vocal delivery. The track manages to be both empowering and lighthearted, a reminder of her ability to ride heavy beats without ever sounding weighed down.

4. Sugar Sweet

This track is girly pop and sugar sweet.

With “Sugar Sweet,” Mariah hands the mic over to her guests just as much as she takes it herself. Shenseea and Kehlani bring youthful, sensual energy, making the track feel vibrant and girly without being superficial. The playful hook is all about keeping hookups light and fun, framing intimacy as something sweet rather than heavy or complicated. Production-wise, it leans pop-forward but keeps enough R&B textures to avoid sounding too sugary. It’s a collab that plays into each artist’s strengths—Mariah’s effortless vocals, Shenseea’s sharp edge, and Kehlani’s smoothness—making for a bright, easy standout.

3. Play This Song

This is ultimate ‘take me back’ track.

Mariah opens one of the album’s most striking collaborations with “Play This Song,” a duet with Anderson .Paak that immediately pulls from classic Motown influences. The track has an easy, old-school R&B flow, drenched in smooth percussion and slow-burning soul. Anderson’s raspy tone contrasts Mariah’s feather-light delivery in a way that feels organic, not forced.

Lyrically, the track leans into themes of apology and reconciliation, with both artists creating the atmosphere of a late-night plea for forgiveness. It’s subdued, honest, and carries a kind of vintage warmth that sets it apart from the rest of the album.

2. Here for it All

This title track really encapsulates the vibe for the entire album.

The title track is a sweeping love song about unwavering commitment. Mariah promises to stand with someone through highs, lows, and everything in between. It’s passionate without being overly sentimental, resonating as something many listeners have either felt or longed for. The production swells around her voice, building into a full-bodied ballad that feels like the emotional closing statement of the record. While not as experimental as other songs, “Here For It All” thrives on its universality—its simplicity is its strength, capturing the essence of loyalty and devotion in a way that feels timeless.

1. Nothing Is Impossible

This was the motivator I didn’t know I needed.

This is the album’s emotional centerpiece. “Nothing Is Impossible” flips the lens inward, as Mariah sings directly to herself about resilience, strength, and survival. It’s less a love song for another person and more of a declaration that she has survived what others thought she couldn’t. The ballad format works beautifully here: stripped back enough to highlight her voice, but supported with just enough instrumentation to give it lift. It’s one of the most personal-feeling tracks, carrying that signature Mariah balance of vulnerability and power. The inspiration is clear, but what keeps it grounded is its honesty—it doesn’t feel like a generic motivational anthem, it feels lived-in.

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SONG BY SONG RATING

Mi (3.5/5)

Play This Song (4/5)

Type Dangerous (4/5)

Sugar Sweet (4/5)

In Your Feelings (4/5)

Nothing Is Impossible (4/5)

Confetti & Champagne (3.5/5)

I Won’t allow it (3.5/5)

My love (4/5)

Jesus I do (4/5)

Here for it all (4/5)

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RGM RATING

(77%)

“Here For It All” is Mariah Carey leaning into her legacy while proving she’s still capable of fresh energy. The record doesn’t chase trends; instead, it stitches together different eras of her artistry—Motown-inspired grooves, club-driven anthems, sensual pop collabs, and reflective ballads. What emerges is a project that feels wide-ranging but not scattered.

The collaborations add texture without overshadowing her, with Anderson .Paak grounding the retro soul of “Play This Song” and Shenseea and Kehlani lightening the mood on “Sugar Sweet.” Meanwhile, “Type Dangerous” and “Nothing Is Impossible” showcase the duality of her work—playful confidence on one hand, deeply personal reflection on the other. By the time “Here For It All” closes the album, the message is clear: Mariah is still here, still experimenting, and still committed to bringing her whole self to the music.

Not every track is a knockout, but the album’s charm lies in its range. It blends nostalgia with present-day relevance, allowing Mariah to reassert herself as both an icon and a working artist who’s not afraid to play, reflect, or bare her truth. “Here For It All” is less about perfection and more about presence—a reminder that Mariah’s artistry remains both resilient and resonant.

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