Whether it is listening to or creating it, music is a universally loved pastime. Over the years music has evolved in numerous revolutionary ways. There are many different genres to explore. Each decade has its own unique sound. The 1950’s is known for rock and roll. The 1970’s is fondly remembered for soul music. The 1990’s were a very creative and experimental time in music history. Many beloved artists started their musical journey in the 90’s. One prominent legend from the time is Mariah Carey. At the time she was universally loved for her strong vocals. Today, sadly people try to discredit her legacy because she can no longer sing the way that should use to. It is important to remember all that she has accomplished in her life …show more content…
At twenty years old her debut album had four number one songs. (“Mariah Carey Chart History” Billboard). Overall she has scored 18 number ones making her the second artist with the most number one singles, right behind the legendary rock group, The Beatles(“Mariah Carey’s Top 40 Biggest Billboard Hot 100 Hits” 2018). In total she had six of her albums top the Billboard 200(“Mariah Carey Chart History” Billboard). Her album sales are among some of the best selling in history. “Her best-selling album of her career is 1993's "Music Box" with 28 million and 1995's "Daydream" isn't far behind with 25 million, both are listed as one of the best-selling albums of all time” (“Mariah Carey celebrates 20 years” 2010). She has won over 300 awards (cite). Including five Grammy awards.(“Mariah Carey” Grammys Profile). Mariah’s work was so loved that when she covered The Jackson Five’s song “I’ll Be There” her live recording went number one. (“Mariah Carey Chart History” Billboard). One of her biggest accomplishments is how successful her duet with Boyz II Men became. The heartfelt ballad One Sweet Day topped the billboard hot 100 for 16 consecutive weeks. This is the longest a song has ever stayed at number one (“The Longest Leading Billboard Hot 100 No.1s” Billboard). Mariah’s most notable feature is her incredible vocal range. Her impressive vocal range is 5 octaves and 4 notes (“Vocal Range …show more content…
She is credited with making melisma mainstream. Melisma is a singing style in which a group of notes is sung to one syllable of a text. Because of Mariah melisma is a common singing style that is often found while watching shows such as American Idol and The Voice. “...It was Mariah—with her jaw-dropping range—who made it into America’s default sound. Every time you turn on American Idol, you are watching her children.” (“The Most Influential People in Music-- New York Magazine”). To this day her singing style is still evident in aspiring artists. Another trend she popularized is the pop and hip hop collaborations. This started with her remix of the 1995 number one hit “Fantasy” (“Mariah Carey Chart History” Billboard). The remix featured ODB, a rapper from the hip-hop group Wu-Tang Clan. In this song, she fused elements of pop and hip-hop. Since this collaboration, it has become common for many other pop artists to have a rap verse on their songs. Three popular songs on the Billboard Hot 100 today that use this style are “Finesse” by Bruno Mars and Cardi B, “Havana” by Camila Cabello featuring Young Thug, and “Pray For Me” by The Weeknd featuring Kendrick Lamar. (“The Hot 100”
And that's saying a lot. Consider that she's already appeared in five television series, made seven albums, and starred in a major motion picture. She's sold over 24 million albums worldwide, achieved five Top Five hits from her 1986 record, Control and a record seven Top Five Hits from the 1989 Rhythm Nation 1814 album, four went to no.#1. She followed that up with a record breaking world tour, a movie and her self-titled album Janet.
Named the most successful female music artist ever by the Guinness Book of World Records, Diana Ross has been one of the top RnB singers since the beginning of her career in 1959. Between her work with The Supremes and as a solo artist, she has released 53 studio albums and 70 singles. Ross continues to record and tour to this
sold to her father and never released. Selena was the Hot Latin Tracks artist of the year in 1995. Selena has had seven number one singles on the Billboard’s Hot Latin chart. Only three other Latin artists have had more. The “Dreaming of You” album was the second fastest selling album by a female artist in history next to Janet Jackson. Although Selena improvised and created her own dance moves on stage, she used to watch “Soul Train” to get ideas for her dance steps.3 Once a man brought his sister who was dying of cancer and ...
Hip hop impacted Queen Latifah when she made history when she won a Grammy for her groundbreaking hit, “U.N.I.T.Y.,” in 1995. The song spoke out against domestic violence and the objectification of Black female sexuality. “U.N.I.T.Y.” began a conversation in the African American community over violence and assault against women. It also established that Black women rappers had a powerful voice in a field dominated by men. During the last decade hip hop has been partially absorbed into mainstream pop music, leading to the inclusion of hip hop elements (such as rapping, break beats, scratching and sampling) within more 'mainstream' pop, and aiding the success of female artists.
In terms of music, Demi Lovato has made an impact in the music industry. In 2017, she was ranked the #8 Top Female Artist (“Top Artists Female...”). She has released six albums, including her self-titled album which hit #1 on ITunes in over 50 countries during 2013. In 2016, her album Confident received a Grammy nomination for Best Pop Vocal Album (GRAMMY.com). Her song “Cool for the Summer” ranked #1 on ITunes in 37 countries within hours of its release. “Neon Lights” and
She was able to overcome many difficulties and was confident she would get where she wanted to go. Although Ella is no longer alive, her music is still alive in many people's hearts.
Whitney Houston is considered to be a legendary singer in the world today. Houston was not just a singer, she was an actress, producer, and model. Even though she is known for her singing voice, Whitney Houston had many ups and downs throughout her life, such as drug and health problems that almost ended her career. Throughout her singing career, she has been honored for her great singing voice. Whitney experienced many things in her personal life from being an outstanding woman, an award winning singer, and an actress and model.
She also got many awards and achievements. According to Encyclopedia of World Biography,“Dolly was the female vocalist of the year in 1975 ,and 1976 ( “Dolly Parton” ). She has many awards, but this is the best one. Two years in a row is accomplishment. That for sure does not happen often. It might have happened a few times though. According to St. James Encyclopedia of Popular Culture ,“ Dolly also has a Lifetime Achievement Award in the year 2011 which increased the number to eight” ( “Dolly Parton”). It is so impressive how she got a lifetime Achievement Award. That does not seem like common thing. But if someone did do that, it would be impressive.Dolly has helped many people and has a entertainment place that is impressive. In 1986, she opened a theme park called “Dollywood” ,and it is located in Tennessee. Also it is very popular today (“ Editors” ). Tennessee seems like the place to be. In 1996, she started a program for reading and writing in her hometown ,and it was called the Imagination Library. This program helps give children at least one book every month from birth to their fifth birthday (“Dolly Parton”). Dolly is such a kind person. She has a lot of great top songs. Dolly got a People’s Choice Award for her song “Here You Come Again” in the year 1980 and 1988 (“Dolly Parton”). She is so talented at singing. After recording her song “Shine” from her album Little Sparrow, Dolly Parton received a Grammy for the best Female country vocal performance ( “Dolly Parton”). She has many awards for her songs, but this is very impressive. That shows a lot of dedication. Everyone has to work for awards like this one and that is what she did. Overall, Dolly had a very successful life with her songs in her career, and the start to her career, also her early life too. She also overcame many challenges to. Dolly is a very inspirational
According to the Recording Industry Association of America, she is the best-selling female rock artist of the 20th century and the second top-selling female albums artist in the United States. The Guinness World Records acknowledged her as the best-selling female recording artist and the fourth best-selling act of all time, behind The Beatles, Elvis Presley, and Michael Jackson. Madonna is the most certified artist of all time in United Kingdom, with 45 awards from the British Phonographic Industry as of April 2013. Madonna was named as the top touring female artist of all time. She is also the highest grossing solo touring artist in concert gross.
Music of the 1970’s saw the rise of disco, which became one of the biggest genres of the decade, especially in the mid-to-late 1970s. Although the hype was short lived many great hits formed from this genre. The Bee’s Gee’s released their well known song “Stayin’ Alive,” The Village People released the “YMCA,” and “Macho Man,” plus many more. Other than disco, funk, jazz fusion, smooth jazz and soul continued to prominent throughout the decade. One major genre that played an important part in the Western music scene was Rock. Sub-genres of rock, in particular glam, hard rock, progressive, art rock, and heavy metal amounted a substantial amount of success during this decade.
Beyoncé born in September 4th 1981 is known for her fierce look and electrifying sound that has been present in the entertainment industry since she was 15 years of age. Beyoncé’s ability to perform with unparalleled confidence and exuberant passion has won her twenty Grammy awards, three world music awards, six American music awards, and eight billboard awards.
In just 9 years of being in the music industry, Rihanna has achieved 12 billboard music awards, 8 Grammy awards, sold 210 million songs and 54 million albums worldwide. You think that’s all? No! She’s the fastest solo artist to hit the no.1 singles on billboard hot 100, thirteen times; that too as the youngest in the scene!
Therefore, she does not give a damn about comparison. She recently termed the comparisons as lazy, citing that they are gender, not a genre. That implies a big no! How good is she right now? In 2011 alone, Adele sold more than 2.5 million copies and approximately 992000 digital copies in the United States. This made her the biggest selling by the end of June.
Today one of Mariah Carey’s biggest hits is her famous christmas song, “All I want for Christmas is you.” It has sold over fourteen million copies,