Mariah Carey, the queen of Christmas melodies, has received a symphony of platinum honors from the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). The festive season is not just about ornaments and lights for Carey; it’s about adding more platinum presents under her Christmas tree.
Leading the festive parade is the iconic “All I Want For Christmas Is You,” proudly flaunting a fourteen-times platinum crown. Joining the celebration, “O Holy Night” has transformed its gold status to platinum. The holiday album itself has reached a stunning nine-times platinum, and “Hark! The Herald Angels Sing/Gloria (In Excelsius Deo)” has ascended to platinum glory after previously basking in gold.
This holiday triumph echoes the success of Mariah Carey’s Christmas classic on Spotify. Last Christmas Eve, the timeless anthem set a new record, amassing a staggering 21,273,357 streams on the “Daily Top Songs Global” chart, surpassing Adele’s previous milestone. Mariah’s festive anthem has consistently dominated the streaming platform, securing the top spot in 2017, 2018, and 2019.
Beyond the digital realm, Mariah Carey’s festive symphony continues to enchant audiences. With over 1.4 billion Spotify streams since 2008, “All I Want For Christmas Is You” not only tops the charts but also claims a spot on the Spotify Weekly Top Songs Global chart with 48,156,836 streams. The song’s 25th anniversary brought more than festive cheer; it secured three Guinness World Records, solidifying Mariah’s legacy in holiday music.
As the platinum notes of Mariah’s holiday tunes echo worldwide, her success extends beyond records. The financial melody of “All I Want For Christmas Is You” is a testament to its enduring appeal, earning over $2 million in royalties on Spotify alone in 2019. Even after 25 years, the song remains a financial powerhouse, estimated to generate between $3,249,600 and $4,332,800 from Spotify streams alone.
In the realm of holiday classics, Mariah Carey orchestrates a platinum symphony that captivates hearts and continues to make each festive season more magical than the last.