When Tommy Mattola introduced the world to Mariah Carey, it was one of the defining moments in Music History. Not only is she the most successful artist throughout the 1990s, she is also is the only solo artist to have the most #1 singles, at eighteen. Her first #1 single, would be one of her most memorable. It is also a perfect description of her overall style, that has kept influencing the Music world since Mrs. Canon hit the scene all the way back in 1990.In January of 1989, after being signed to Columbia records, Mariah Carey began writing (with Ben Margulies) and recording her first single for her self-titled debut album. The song was a soulful rendition of a woman having a 'Vision of Love' for the man she loves. At the time, a listener would think this was about a significant other. However in recent times, it has been stated that that man was none other than God.
When the song was released on May 15, 1990, it became an instant success and introduced the world to one of the best selling female artists of all time. It garnered Mariah Carey with many honors and awards, as well. She won Best Pop Vocal performance at the Grammys, in addition to Best New Artist. The song itself also introduced us to the most important thing about Mariah's voice... her ability to hit that one unatainable note, that only she can sing.
Forever, she will always give us a 'Vision', and for Throwback Thursday here is yours, a 'Vision of Love'...
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