Ahead of the release of Mariah Carey's highly-anticipated 16th studio album, "Here For It All," Rolling Stone Magazine ranks all of Carey’s albums, from her breakthrough self-titled debut in 1990, to her last release, 2018’s Caution.
Summary Ranking
• 15. Me. I Am Mariah…The Elusive Chanteuse (2014): Ambitious but uneven, released during personal turmoil.
• 14. Rainbow (1999): Rushed and transitional, with a few standout tracks like “Heartbreaker.”
• 13. Merry Christmas II You (2010): Festive follow-up with highlights like “Oh Santa!”
• 12. Emotions (1991): Strong sophomore effort, though sonically dated.
• 11. Charmbracelet (2002): A comeback attempt with hip-hop collaborations, but mixed reception.
• 10. Glitter (2001): Initially panned, later reappraised by fans for its nostalgic charm.
• 9. Mariah Carey (1990): Her debut, showcasing vocal power and emotional depth.
• 8. Music Box (1993): Pop perfection with hits like “Hero.”
• 7. Merry Christmas (1994): Cemented her status as the Queen of Christmas.
• 6. Caution (2018): A late-career gem with bold production and vocal finesse.
• 5. Daydream (1995): Packed with hits like “Fantasy” and “One Sweet Day.”
• 4. The Emancipation of Mimi (2005): Triumphant return with “We Belong Together.”
• 3. Memoirs of an Imperfect Angel (2009): Cohesive and soulful, with viral moments like “It’s a Wrap.”
• 2. E=MC² (2008): Playful and confident, blending pop and personal revelations.
• 1. Butterfly (1997): Her magnum opus—emotionally raw, genre-defining, and creatively liberated.
Make sure to check out Rolling Stone's detailed ranking review of each album HERE!
Don't forget to checkout "Here For It All," the new album by the legendary singer songwriter Mariah Carey, out 26 September, 2025. Pre-order now!
"Here For It All," features award winning "Type Dangerous" & new single "Sugar Sweet."
