Mariah Carey recently offered guidance to emerging artists like Chappell Roan on navigating the challenges of fame. In an interview with AP released on Friday, October 4, 2024, the iconic singer known for “All I Want For Christmas Is You”reflected on her long career and the struggles faced by new pop stars trying to adapt to public attention.
Carey shared her personal experiences, noting that she has encountered a variety of challenges over the years. She recounted that from a young age, she aspired to be a singer and songwriter, adding:
“But ‘I want to be famous’ was right there with it. I think it stemmed from my feelings of inadequacy due to my upbringing. It’s an unhealthy mindset.”
Chappell Roan has been in the spotlight recently for refraining from endorsing any candidate in the upcoming presidential elections, as well as canceling two shows to prioritize her well-being. In a September 2024 Instagram Story, the “Good Luck, Babe!”singer mentioned that everything had become “overwhelming.”
“Embrace your talent”— Mariah Carey’s message to young artists in the music industry
During the same interview, Carey addressed Roan’s recent headlines concerning her fame struggles. Mariah emphasized to aspiring singers the importance of nurturing a genuine love for their craft. She advised:
“My counsel would be to enter this industry with a passion for your talent and what truly resonates with you.”
She further elaborated:
“If your goal is merely to become famous or mingle with celebrities, it might not be the healthiest pursuit.”
Roan first captured attention with her 2020 track “Pink Pony Club”and followed it up with her debut album, “The Rise and Fall of a Midwest Princess”in 2023. Although the album received acclaim on several best-of lists, it gained massive popularity after Roan served as a supporting act for Olivia Rodrigo on her “Guts World Tour.”
By mid-2024, Roan’s album reached the top 5 on the Billboard 200 chart, propelling her into stardom. However, she has been vocal about the difficulties that accompany such fame, sharing her disdain for “superfans”who overstep their boundaries.
In a September 2024 interview with The Guardian, she revealed feeling “ungrateful”due to fans’ reactions, stating that her rapid rise to fame has made it “challenging to cope,”leading to a diagnosis of severe depression.
“I had some hesitation”— Mariah Carey on her cherished fourth studio album, Merry Christmas
In another part of the interview, Mariah Carey discussed how her song “All I Want For Christmas Is You”has become emblematic of the holiday season, originating from her 1994 album “Merry Christmas.”
She recounted her initial reluctance to create the album, which is set to celebrate its 30th anniversary this November.
“I was quite young and new to the music scene, and I believed Christmas albums were typically done later in one’s career.”
Carey reflected further:
“I felt a bit uncertain, but once I got into it, I realized how much I loved it. I decorated the studio and truly enjoyed the experience.”
“Merry Christmas”debuted at No. 30 on the Billboard 200, eventually reaching No. 3. The single “All I Want For Christmas Is You”has consistently dominated the Billboard Hot 100 over the years. Despite achieving nine-time platinum status by the RIAA and massive commercial success, the album faced mixed reviews from critics upon its release; however, it has been reevaluated positively over time.
Mariah Carey is gearing up to kick off her Christmas Time Tour in celebration of the album’s three-decade milestone, starting on November 9 and extending until December 17.
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