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Mariah Carey is not just a singer, she has risen to the status of a global icon and is known in the industry for her five-octave vocal range, which is quite rare! Her influence in the industry has lasted for decades and she has been around since 1990, when her debut album skyrocketed.
Carey has many chart-topping hits, and Grammy wins, along with a dazzling persona. Her live performances are to die for because that’s when you’re able to feel the full force and magnitude of her voice. But among her countless achievements, one creation stands out as a perennial cultural phenomenon, i.e.,All I Want for Christmas Is You.
Mariah Carey’sAll I Want For ChristmasBrings In Millions of Dollars Every Year!
Mariah Careyis often considered to be the Queen of Christmas because her holiday classics have become a staple during the festive season. But the one that outdoes all her songs isAll I Want for Christmas Is Youwhich has earned a staggering amount of money since its release.
In 2022 alone, the song raked in $8.5 million in global revenue, which includes $5.3 million from streaming platforms and downloads and another 3.2 million from royalties. Carey’s take from this amount is estimated to be $3 million if you consider her master recording royalties and her share of the publishing revenue (viaBillboard). And she continues to make this humungous amount, even today!
Mariah Carey revealed she makes up to $3M yearly from her song ‘All I Want for Christmas Is You’pic.twitter.com/UiuKFgLql1
After hitting the charts for the first time, the song had reportedly earned over $60 million in royalties alone by 2017 (viaThe Economist). Every holiday season, the song peaks on the chart and is played numerous times by people for its nostalgic value. Moreover, over 125 artists have recorded covers ofAll I Want For ChristmasIs You, which only adds to its financial momentum.
WhyAll I Want for Christmas Is YouStands the Test of Time
The song is not only a commercial powerhouse, but it also has an enduring appeal due to its universal message and beautiful composition. Carey and music producer, Walter Afanasieff, brilliantly infused the song with a 1960s holiday pop feel, highlighting the track with sleigh bells and an infectious piano hook.
More than anything, it’s the simplicity of the song that resonates with millions of listeners, as the lyric,All I Want for Christmas Is You, perfectly captures the essence of love and togetherness that people often feel during the holiday season.
She has also co-written the track and contributed to its production, so her personal touch shines through as well. Today, the song has become a gift for Mariah Carey that simply never stops giving, and the artist has thus seemed to find the infinite money glitch, which is a testament to the lasting legacy of the iconic track!
Sonika Kamble
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Sonika Kamble is an entertainment writer at Fandomwire, covering everything from timeless classics to newly released movies. With over 1000+ articles published, she delves into breakdowns, think pieces, speculations, and more.She enjoys connecting the dots and covering newfound angles about characters, scenes, and themes from movies directed by Scorsese, Fincher, Tarantino, Linklater, and other exceptional filmmakers.
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