Singer
Mariah Carey
Mariah Carey was born on March 27, 1970 in Huntington, New York. She released her debut album at age 20 and won her first Grammy Award at 23.
Mariah Carey was born in 1970 and is currently 56 years old. Anyone born before 1970 is older than Mariah.
Born
March 27, 1970
Huntington, New York
World pop: ~3.7B
Mariah's age
56
Your age
20
Are you older than Mariah Carey?
No — Mariah Carey was born in 1970. You were born in 2006, making you 36 years younger.
At your age (20), Mariah had already released 'Vision of Love' (at age 20), but hadn't yet won her first Grammy Award (at age 23).
Mariah's Life Timeline
Mariah Carey was born on March 27, 1970, in Huntington, New York. She grew up in a multicultural household, with her mother being an opera singer and her father of African-American and Venezuelan descent. This diverse background greatly influenced her musical style and aspirations from a young age. Carey began singing in church and participated in various local talent shows, showcasing her extraordinary vocal talent early on.
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Mariah Carey was 18 years old when she signed her first recording contract with Columbia Records in 1988. She released her self-titled debut album in 1990, which included the hit single "Vision of Love," earning her critical acclaim and commercial success. Over the years, she became known for her five-octave vocal range and released numerous chart-topping albums and singles, including "Hero," "Fantasy," and "We Belong Together," solidifying her status as one of the best-selling music artists of all time.
Mariah Carey continues to influence the music industry with her innovative style and vocal prowess. She has received multiple awards, including five Grammy Awards, and holds the record for the most number-one singles by a solo artist on the Billboard Hot 100. Carey's legacy is marked not only by her impressive discography but also by her philanthropic efforts, including support for various charities and causes, demonstrating her commitment to giving back to the community.
Signed her first recording contract
Mariah Carey was 18 years old when she signed her first recording contract with Columbia Records. This pivotal moment launched her career and set the stage for her future success as a leading figure in the music industry.
Mariah Carey was 18 years old when she signed her first recording contract in 1988. Are you older than Mariah was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Released her debut album
Mariah Carey was 20 years old when she released her self-titled debut album in 1990. The album featured the hit single "Vision of Love," which topped the charts and showcased her exceptional vocal talent.
Mariah Carey was 20 years old when she released her debut album in 1990. Are you older than Mariah was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Released 'Vision of Love'
Mariah Carey was 20 years old when she released 'Vision of Love' in 1990. Are you older than Mariah was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Won her first Grammy Award
Mariah Carey was 23 years old when she won her first Grammy Award in 1991 for Best New Artist. This recognition marked a significant milestone in her career, affirming her status as a rising star in the music industry.
Mariah Carey was 23 years old when she won her first Grammy Award in 1993. Are you older than Mariah was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Released 'Music Box' album
Mariah Carey was 23 years old when she released 'Music Box' album in 1993. Are you older than Mariah was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Released the album 'Daydream'
Mariah Carey was 25 years old when she released the album 'Daydream' in 1995. The album included hit singles like "Fantasy" and "One Sweet Day," further establishing her as a dominant force in pop and R&B music.
Mariah Carey was 25 years old when she released the album 'Daydream' in 1995. Are you older than Mariah was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Released 'Butterfly' album
Mariah Carey was 27 years old when she released 'Butterfly' album in 1997. Are you older than Mariah was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Became the best-selling female artist
Mariah Carey was 29 years old when she was recognized as the best-selling female artist of the 1990s by the Recording Industry Association of America. This achievement highlighted her immense popularity and influence during that decade.
Mariah Carey was 29 years old when she became the best-selling female artist in 1999. Are you older than Mariah was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Released 'Heartbreaker'
Mariah Carey was 29 years old when she released 'Heartbreaker' in 1999. Are you older than Mariah was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Released the album 'The Emancipation of Mimi'
Mariah Carey was 35 years old when she released 'The Emancipation of Mimi' in 2005. The album was a commercial success and included hit singles such as "We Belong Together," which became one of her signature songs.
Mariah Carey was 35 years old when she released the album 'The Emancipation of Mimi' in 2005. Are you older than Mariah was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Released 'We Belong Together'
Mariah Carey was 35 years old when she released 'We Belong Together' in 2005. Are you older than Mariah was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame
Mariah Carey was 40 years old when she received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
Mariah Carey was 40 years old when she received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2010. Are you older than Mariah was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Began Las Vegas residency
Mariah Carey was 45 years old when she began Las Vegas residency in 2015. Are you older than Mariah was? Enter your birth year to compare.
'All I Want for Christmas Is You' reached #1
Mariah Carey was 49 years old when she 'All I Want for Christmas Is You' reached #1 in 2019. Are you older than Mariah was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Celebrated her 30th anniversary in music
Mariah Carey was 50 years old when she celebrated her 30th anniversary in the music industry in 2020. This milestone reflected her enduring popularity and influence over three decades.
Mariah Carey was 50 years old when she celebrated her 30th anniversary in music in 2020. Are you older than Mariah was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Age by Year
| Year | Age | Notable Event |
|---|---|---|
| 1970 | 0 | |
| 1971 | 1 | |
| 1972 | 2 | |
| 1973 | 3 | |
| 1974 | 4 | |
| 1975 | 5 | |
| 1976 | 6 | |
| 1977 | 7 | |
| 1978 | 8 | |
| 1979 | 9 | |
| 1980 | 10 | |
| 1981 | 11 | |
| 1982 | 12 | |
| 1983 | 13 | |
| 1984 | 14 | |
| 1985 | 15 | |
| 1986 | 16 | |
| 1987 | 17 | |
| 1988 | 18 | signed her first recording contract |
| 1989 | 19 | |
| 1990 | 20 | released her debut album |
| 1991 | 21 | |
| 1992 | 22 | |
| 1993 | 23 | won her first Grammy Award |
| 1994 | 24 | |
| 1995 | 25 | released the album 'Daydream' |
| 1996 | 26 | |
| 1997 | 27 | released 'Butterfly' album |
| 1998 | 28 | |
| 1999 | 29 | became the best-selling female artist |
| 2000 | 30 | |
| 2001 | 31 | |
| 2002 | 32 | |
| 2003 | 33 | |
| 2004 | 34 | |
| 2005 | 35 | released the album 'The Emancipation of Mimi' |
| 2006 | 36 | |
| 2007 | 37 | |
| 2008 | 38 | |
| 2009 | 39 | |
| 2010 | 40 | received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame |
| 2011 | 41 | |
| 2012 | 42 | |
| 2013 | 43 | |
| 2014 | 44 | |
| 2015 | 45 | began Las Vegas residency |
| 2016 | 46 | |
| 2017 | 47 | |
| 2018 | 48 | |
| 2019 | 49 | 'All I Want for Christmas Is You' reached #1 |
| 2020 | 50 | celebrated her 30th anniversary in music |
| 2021 | 51 | |
| 2022 | 52 | |
| 2023 | 53 | |
| 2024 | 54 | |
| 2025 | 55 | |
| 2026 | 56 |
