Mariah Rises to #2 in Brazil
Posted by Lynn on Monday, 10-May-2010, 9:52AM EDT
Mariah's cover of Foreigner's 1984 hit, "I Want To Know What Love Is," climbs a spot to #2 this week on the Brazilian Airplay chart! The song dropped to #3 last week after topping the airplay chart for 27 weeks.
Mariah Drops 1-3 in Brazil
Posted by Lynn on Monday, 03-May-2010, 11:51AM EDT
Mariah's record-breaking 27-week run atop the Brazilian Airplay chart ends as "I Want To Know What Love Is" drops to #3 this week. Local artists Zeze Di Camargo & Luciano ("Tapa Na Cara") and Eduardo Costa ("Amores Imortais") took the #1 and #2 spots, respectively.
Mariah, 26 Weeks at #1 in Brazil
Posted by Lynn on Monday, 19-Apr-2010, 8:56AM EDT
Mariah's cover of Foreigner's 1984 hit "I Want To Know What Love Is" continues to rule the Brazilian Airplay chart - now in its 26th consecutive week at #1!
Mariah Remains At #1 in Brazil
Posted by Jonny on Monday, 22-Mar-2010, 1:36PM EDT
Mariah's cover of Foreigner's 1984 hit, "I Want To Know What Love Is," continues to top the Brazilian Airplay Chart, achieving its 22nd consecutive week at #1! Many thanks to the fans in Brazil for their support!
Mariah Scores 21 Weeks at #1 in Brazil
Posted by Lynn on Monday, 15-Mar-2010, 5:05PM EDT
Mariah's cover of Foreigner's 1984 hit, "I Want To Know What Love Is," continues to dominate the Brazilian Airplay Chart - posting its 21st consecutive week at #1!
Mariah Scores Five Months At #1!
Posted by Jonny on Monday, 08-Mar-2010, 6:02PM EST
Congratulations to Mariah for topping the Brazilian Airplay Chart for 20 consecutive weeks with "I Want To Know What Love Is!" Mariah's cover of the Foreigner classic has been at #1 since October 2009 and it is the biggest hit of 2010 so far in Brazil. "I Want To Know What Love Is" also has the distinction of being the longest chart-topper in the history of the Crowley Broadcast Analysis.
Many thanks to the Brazilian fans who have supported Mariah! Great job!!
Sneak Preview of "I Want To Know What Love Is" Video
Posted by Lynn on Thursday, 12-Nov-2009, 11:33PM EST
Be sure to log on to the official Mariah Carey sitetomorrow (Nov. 13) for an exclusive first look at Mariah's video for her smash single "I Want To Know What Love Is."
The video was directed by Hype Williams and was shot in New York and features Mariah's fans and the True Worship Church Choir.
"I Want To Know What Love Is" Video Coming Soon
Posted by Lynn on Sunday, 01-Nov-2009, 1:28PM EST
Mariah's manager Chris Lighty on his Twitter minutes ago:
clighty Attention all "lambs" : Obviously the video for IWTKWLI is taking much longer than expected due to a faulty director! Comingsoon! Sorry!
He also revealed that the "H.A.T.E.U." video is being filmed end of this week.
Source: Chris Lighty
Request "I Want To Know What Love Is"
Posted by Lynn on Monday, 12-Oct-2009, 9:28AM EDT
Please take a few moments to request Mariah's new single, "I Want To Know What Love Is" at radio! Below are phone numbers and online links to some of the biggest radio stations across the country.
POP (Oct 5 - Oct 11) #44 (Last week #48), +49 spins, 2.848 million impressions
KZZP-FM KISS 104.7, Phoenix, AZ - 602-260-1047 | Online KIIS-FM 102.7, Los Angeles, CA - 800-520-1027 | Online KHTS-FM Channel 933, San Diego, CA - 858-570-1933 | Online KMVQ-FM Movin 99.7, San Francisco, CA - 888-456-9970 | Online KPTT-FM 95.7 The Party, Denver, CO - 303-631-2957 | Online KONN-FM Hot 107.1, Denver, CO - 303-750-1071 | Online WKSS-FM Kiss 95.7, Hartford, CT - 860-247-9570 | Online WIHT-FM Hot 99.5, Washington, DC - 877-995-4681 | Online WSTW-FM 93.7, Wilmington, DE - 800-544-9370 | Text 56221 | Online WFKS-FM 97.9 Kiss, Jacksonville, FL - 904-739 2979 | Online WBVD-FM Kiss 95.1, Melbourne, FL - 321-821-5477 | Online WHYI-FM Y100.7, Miami, FL - 866-645-9100 | Online WAEV-FM 97.3 KISS, Savannah, GA - 912-947-9730 | Online WKSC-KISS 103.5, Chicago, IL - 312-540-2000 | Online WLKT-FM 104.5 The Cat, Lexington, KY - 859-280-1045 | Online WZKF-FM KISS 98.9, Louisville, KY - 502-571-9898 | Online WKQI-FM Channel 9-5-5, Detroit, MI - 313-298-9595 | Online KSLZ-FM Z107.7, St. Louis, MO - 888-570-1077 | Online KFRH-FM 102.7 Now, Las Vegas, NV - 702-597-1027 | Online WKKF-FM Kiss 102.3, Albany, NY - 518-476-1023 | Online WBEA-FM 101.7 The Beach, Long Island, NY - 631-267-7800 | Online WHTZ-FM Z100, New York, NY - 800-242-0100 | Text 55100 | Online WXRK-FM 92.3 Now, New York, NY - 888-923-0923 | Online WKGS-FM KISS 106.7, Rochester, NY - 585-222-5477 | Online WMKS-FM 105.7, Greensboro, NC - 336-822-2000 | Online KHTT-FM K-Hits 106.9, Tulsa, OK - 918-460-1069 | Online WKFS-FM KISS 107, Cincinnati, OH - 513-749-1071 | Online WAKZ-FM KISS 95.9, Youngstown, OH - 330-965-1547 | Online WHKF-FM 99.3 Kiss, Harrisburg, PA - 717-540-8800 | Online WHYI-FM Y100, Harrisburg, PA - 866-645-Y100 | Online WIOQ-FM Q102, Philadelphia, PA - 215-263-1021 | Online WBZW-FM B94, Pittsburgh, PA - 412-333-9494 | Online WKRZ-FM 98.5 KRZ, Wilkes-Barre, PA - 800-222-0985 | Online WBHT-FM 97 BHT, Wilkes-Barre, PA - 877-971-9248 | Online WIHB-FM B92, Charleston, SC - 843-972-9292 | Online KKPN-FM Planet 1002.3, Corpus Christi, TX - 361-814-1023 | Online KHKS-FM 106.1 KISS, Dallas, TX - 214-787-1061 | Online KKHH-FM Hot Hits 95.7, Houston, TX - 713-390-5957| Online KXXM-FM Mix 96.1, San Antonio, TX - 210-470-5961 | Online KYMV-FM Movin 100.7, Salt Lake City, UT - 877-807-1007 | Online WVHT-FM Hot 100.5, Norfolk, VA - 757-473-1005 | Online KBKS-FM 106.1 KISS, Seattle, WA - 206-421-1061 | Online
RHYTHMIC (Oct 5 - Oct 11) #32 (Last week #35), +56 spins, 4.877 million impressions 64 stations playing
KHTN-FM Hot 104.7, Modesto, CA - 209-567-1047 | Online KGGI-FM 99.1 KGGI, Riverside, CA - 866-991-5444 | Online KSFM-FM 102.6, Sacramento, CA - 916-766-5736 | Text 41025 | Online KCAQ-FM Q 104.7, Ventura, CA - 805-289-1400 | Online KIBT-FM 96.1 The Beat, Colorado Springs, CO - 719-226-2328 | Online WBTT-FM 105.5 The Beat, Ft. Myers, FL - 239-225-4300 | Online WJMN-FM Ham'n 94.5, Boston, MA - 617-931-1945 | Online KVEG-FM Hot 97.5, Las Vegas, NV - 702-320-5834 | Online WWPR-FM Power 105.1, NYC, NY - 800-585-1051 | Text 41051 | Online WRDW-FM Wired 96.5, Philadelphia, PA - Text 60145 | Online WWKX-FM Hot 106, Providence, RI - 401-433-4200 | Online KBFM-FM Wild 104, McAllen, TX - 877-945-3104 | Online
URBAN (Oct 5 - Oct 11) #41 (Last week #41), +39 spins, 2.751 million impressions 48 stations playing
KIPR-FM Power 92 Jams, Little Rock, AR - 501-401-0200 | Online WTMG-FM Magic 101.3, Gainesville, FL - 888-333-1013 | Online WFXE-FM Foxie 104.9, Columbus, GA - 706-576-3560 | Online WLZN-FM Blazin' 92.3, Macon, GA - 478-646-0923 | Online WPEG-FM power 98, Charlotte, NC - 704-342-2644 | Online KVSP-FM Power 103.5, Oklahoma City, OK - 405-427-5877 | Online KJMM-FM 105 K-Jamz, Tulsa, OK - 918-494-9886 | Online WENZ-FM Z107.9, Cleveland, OH - 216-578-1079 | Online WJUC-FM 107.3 The Juice, Toledo, OH - 419-826-1073 | Online WJZE-FM Hot 97.3, Toledo, OH - 419-244-3973 | Online WPHI-FM 100.3 The Beat, Philadelphia, PA - 800-232-1003 | Online WUSL-FM Power 99 FM, Philadelphia, PA - 800-669-9936 | Online
URBAN AC (Oct 5 - Oct 11) #18 (Last week #21), +27 spins, 3.713 million impressions 61 stations playing
KJLH-FM Radio Free 102.3, Los Angeles, CA - 310-520-5554 | Online WAKB-FM Magic 100.9, Augusta, GA - 803-279-0155 | Online WSRB-FM Soul 106.3, Chicago, IL - 312-649-2420 | Online KQXL-FM Q106.5, Baton Rouge, LA - 225-929-5129 | Online KNEK-FM Magic 104.7, Lafayette, LA - 337-920-5635 | Online KMEZ-FM Oldschool 106.7, New Orleans, LA - 504-260-1029 | Online WKXI-FM Kixie 107, Jackson, MS - E-mail | Online WBAV-FM V101.9, Charlotte, NC - 704-227-8005 | Online WDAS-FM 105.3 FM, Philadelphia, PA - 215-263-1053 | Online WXST-FM Star 99.7 - Charleston, SC - E-mail | Online WVBE-FM Vibe 100, Roanoke, VA - 866-704-8423 | Online
ADULT CONTEMPORARY (Oct 5 - Oct 11) #11 (Last week #13), +156 spins, 3.887 million impressions #1 most increased plays, 109 stations playing
WMXS-FM Mix 103, Montgomery, AL - 334-860-1033 | Online KOST-FM 103.5 FM, Los Angeles, CA - 800-929-5678 | Online KTRR-FM Tri-102.5, Loveland, CO - 800-964-1025 | Online WEBE-FM 108, Westport, CT - 800-932-3108 | Online WLIT-FM The Lite 93.9, Chicago, IL - 312-540-2000 | Online WCDV-FM Sunny 103.3, Hammond, LA - Online WMJX-FM Magic 106.7, Boston, MA - E-mail | Online WSRS-FM 96.1, Worcester, MA - 508-792-9777 | Online WCRZ-FM Cars 108, Flint, MI - 810-743-1080 | Online KEZK-FM 102.5, St. Louis, MO - 314-969-1025 | Online KNEV-FM Magic 95.5, Reno, NV - 775-829-0955 | Online WBZZ-FM Buzz 105.7, Albany, NY - 518-476-1057 | Online WKJY-FM KJOY 98.3, Long Island, NY - 516-955-9559 | Online WHUD-FM 100.7, Peekskill, NY - E-Mail | Online WRRM-FM Warm 98, Cincinnati, OH - 513-749-1098 | Online WARM-FM 103.3 FM, York, PA - 800-755-0103 | Online KKMJ-FM Majic 95.5, Austin, TX - 512-390-5565 | Online KISC-FM Lite Rock KISS 98.1, Spokane, WA - 509-241-9898 | Online
You may also use our Radio request page if your radio stations are not listed above.
Source: MariahDailyJournal
Request "I Want To Know What Love Is"
Posted by Lynn on Monday, 05-Oct-2009, 4:28AM EDT
Please take a few moments to request Mariah's new single, "I Want To Know What Love Is" at radio! Below are phone numbers and online links to some of the biggest radio stations across the country.
POP (Sep 28 - Oct 4) #48 (Last week #48), +77 spins, 2.425 million impressions
KZZP-FM KISS 104.7, Phoenix, AZ - 602-260-1047 | Online KIIS-FM 102.7, Los Angeles, CA - 800-520-1027 | Online KHTS-FM Channel 933, San Diego, CA - 858-570-1933 | Online KMVQ-FM Movin 99.7, San Francisco, CA - 888-456-9970 | Online KPTT-FM 95.7 The Party, Denver, CO - 303-631-2957 | Online KONN-FM Hot 107.1, Denver, CO - 303-750-1071 | Online WKSS-FM Kiss 95.7, Hartford, CT - 860-247-9570 | Online WIHT-FM Hot 99.5, Washington, DC - 877-995-4681 | Online WSTW-FM 93.7, Wilmington, DE - 800-544-9370 | Text 56221 | Online WFKS-FM 97.9 Kiss, Jacksonville, FL - 904-739 2979 | Online WBVD-FM Kiss 95.1, Melbourne, FL - 321-821-5477 | Online WHYI-FM Y100.7, Miami, FL - 866-645-9100 | Online WAEV-FM 97.3 KISS, Savannah, GA - 912-947-9730 | Online WKSC-KISS 103.5, Chicago, IL - 312-540-2000 | Online WLKT-FM 104.5 The Cat, Lexington, KY - 859-280-1045 | Online WZKF-FM KISS 98.9, Louisville, KY - 502-571-9898 | Online WKQI-FM Channel 9-5-5, Detroit, MI - 313-298-9595 | Online KSLZ-FM Z107.7, St. Louis, MO - 888-570-1077 | Online KFRH-FM 102.7 Now, Las Vegas, NV - 702-597-1027 | Online WKKF-FM Kiss 102.3, Albany, NY - 518-476-1023 | Online WBEA-FM 101.7 The Beach, Long Island, NY - 631-267-7800 | Online WHTZ-FM Z100, New York, NY - 800-242-0100 | Text 55100 | Online WXRK-FM 92.3 Now, New York, NY - 888-923-0923 | Online WKGS-FM KISS 106.7, Rochester, NY - 585-222-5477 | Online WMKS-FM 105.7, Greensboro, NC - 336-822-2000 | Online KHTT-FM K-Hits 106.9, Tulsa, OK - 918-460-1069 | Online WKFS-FM KISS 107, Cincinnati, OH - 513-749-1071 | Online WAKZ-FM KISS 95.9, Youngstown, OH - 330-965-1547 | Online WHKF-FM 99.3 Kiss, Harrisburg, PA - 717-540-8800 | Online WHYI-FM Y100, Harrisburg, PA - 866-645-Y100 | Online WIOQ-FM Q102, Philadelphia, PA - 215-263-1021 | Online WBZW-FM B94, Pittsburgh, PA - 412-333-9494 | Online WKRZ-FM 98.5 KRZ, Wilkes-Barre, PA - 800-222-0985 | Online WBHT-FM 97 BHT, Wilkes-Barre, PA - 877-971-9248 | Online WIHB-FM B92, Charleston, SC - 843-972-9292 | Online KKPN-FM Planet 1002.3, Corpus Christi, TX - 361-814-1023 | Online KHKS-FM 106.1 KISS, Dallas, TX - 214-787-1061 | Online KKHH-FM Hot Hits 95.7, Houston, TX - 713-390-5957| Online KXXM-FM Mix 96.1, San Antonio, TX - 210-470-5961 | Online KYMV-FM Movin 100.7, Salt Lake City, UT - 877-807-1007 | Online WVHT-FM Hot 100.5, Norfolk, VA - 757-473-1005 | Online KBKS-FM 106.1 KISS, Seattle, WA - 206-421-1061 | Online
RHYTHMIC (Sep 28 - Oct 4) #34 (Last week #36), +69 spins, 4.922 million impressions 58 stations playing
KHTN-FM Hot 104.7, Modesto, CA - 209-567-1047 | Online KGGI-FM 99.1 KGGI, Riverside, CA - 866-991-5444 | Online KSFM-FM 102.6, Sacramento, CA - 916-766-5736 | Text 41025 | Online KCAQ-FM Q 104.7, Ventura, CA - 805-289-1400 | Online KIBT-FM 96.1 The Beat, Colorado Springs, CO - 719-226-2328 | Online WBTT-FM 105.5 The Beat, Ft. Myers, FL - 239-225-4300 | Online WJMN-FM Ham'n 94.5, Boston, MA - 617-931-1945 | Online KVEG-FM Hot 97.5, Las Vegas, NV - 702-320-5834 | Online WWPR-FM Power 105.1, NYC, NY - 800-585-1051 | Text 41051 | Online WRDW-FM Wired 96.5, Philadelphia, PA - Text 60145 | Online WWKX-FM Hot 106, Providence, RI - 401-433-4200 | Online KBFM-FM Wild 104, McAllen, TX - 877-945-3104 | Online
URBAN (Sep 28 - Oct 4) #41 (Last week #48), +134 spins, 2.549 million impressions
KIPR-FM Power 92 Jams, Little Rock, AR - 501-401-0200 | Online WTMG-FM Magic 101.3, Gainesville, FL - 888-333-1013 | Online WFXE-FM Foxie 104.9, Columbus, GA - 706-576-3560 | Online WLZN-FM Blazin' 92.3, Macon, GA - 478-646-0923 | Online WPEG-FM power 98, Charlotte, NC - 704-342-2644 | Online KVSP-FM Power 103.5, Oklahoma City, OK - 405-427-5877 | Online KJMM-FM 105 K-Jamz, Tulsa, OK - 918-494-9886 | Online WENZ-FM Z107.9, Cleveland, OH - 216-578-1079 | Online WJUC-FM 107.3 The Juice, Toledo, OH - 419-826-1073 | Online WJZE-FM Hot 97.3, Toledo, OH - 419-244-3973 | Online WPHI-FM 100.3 The Beat, Philadelphia, PA - 800-232-1003 | Online WUSL-FM Power 99 FM, Philadelphia, PA - 800-669-9936 | Online
URBAN AC (Sep 28 - Oct 4) #23 (Last week #21), +34 spins, 4.099 million impressions 59 stations playing
KJLH-FM Radio Free 102.3, Los Angeles, CA - 310-520-5554 | Online WAKB-FM Magic 100.9, Augusta, GA - 803-279-0155 | Online WSRB-FM Soul 106.3, Chicago, IL - 312-649-2420 | Online KQXL-FM Q106.5, Baton Rouge, LA - 225-929-5129 | Online KNEK-FM Magic 104.7, Lafayette, LA - 337-920-5635 | Online KMEZ-FM Oldschool 106.7, New Orleans, LA - 504-260-1029 | Online WKXI-FM Kixie 107, Jackson, MS - E-mail | Online WBAV-FM V101.9, Charlotte, NC - 704-227-8005 | Online WDAS-FM 105.3 FM, Philadelphia, PA - 215-263-1053 | Online WXST-FM Star 99.7 - Charleston, SC - E-mail | Online WVBE-FM Vibe 100, Roanoke, VA - 866-704-8423 | Online
ADULT CONTEMPORARY (Sep 28 - Oct 4) #13 (Last week #17), +109 spins, 3.192 million impressions 106 stations playing
WMXS-FM Mix 103, Montgomery, AL - 334-860-1033 | Online KOST-FM 103.5 FM, Los Angeles, CA - 800-929-5678 | Online KTRR-FM Tri-102.5, Loveland, CO - 800-964-1025 | Online WEBE-FM 108, Westport, CT - 800-932-3108 | Online WLIT-FM The Lite 93.9, Chicago, IL - 312-540-2000 | Online WCDV-FM Sunny 103.3, Hammond, LA - Online WMJX-FM Magic 106.7, Boston, MA - E-mail | Online WSRS-FM 96.1, Worcester, MA - 508-792-9777 | Online WCRZ-FM Cars 108, Flint, MI - 810-743-1080 | Online KEZK-FM 102.5, St. Louis, MO - 314-969-1025 | Online KNEV-FM Magic 95.5, Reno, NV - 775-829-0955 | Online WBZZ-FM Buzz 105.7, Albany, NY - 518-476-1057 | Online WKJY-FM KJOY 98.3, Long Island, NY - 516-955-9559 | Online WHUD-FM 100.7, Peekskill, NY - E-Mail | Online WRRM-FM Warm 98, Cincinnati, OH - 513-749-1098 | Online WARM-FM 103.3 FM, York, PA - 800-755-0103 | Online KKMJ-FM Majic 95.5, Austin, TX - 512-390-5565 | Online KISC-FM Lite Rock KISS 98.1, Spokane, WA - 509-241-9898 | Online
You may also use our Radio request page if your radio stations are not listed above.
Source: MariahDailyJournal
Billboard: "I Want To Know..." Debuts at #66 on Hot 100
Posted by Lynn on Thursday, 24-Sep-2009, 6:01AM EDT
Below, find Mariah's chart positions in Billboard magazine issue dated October 3, 2009.
"Obsessed" Billboard Hot 100: #11 (Last week: #8) Billboard Hot 100 Airplay: #6 (Last week: #6) Billboard Pop 100 Songs: #12 (Last week: #15) Billboard Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs: #12 (Last week #12) Billboard Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Airplay: #12 (Last week #12) Billboard Hot Dance/Club Play Songs: #1 (Last week #2) Billboard Lala.com: #2 (Last week: #4) Billboard Yahoo Video: #3 (Last week: #2) Billboard Hot Digital Songs: #12 (Last week: #10) Downloads this week: 70,534 (-1%) Total downloads: 809,364 Billboard Hot Singles Sales (Walmart): #2 (Last week: #2) Sales this week: 1,562 (-20%) Total sales: 24,775
"I Want To Know What Love Is" Billboard Hot 100: #66 (Debut) Billboard Hot 100 Airplay: #120 Billboard Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs: #47 (Last week #64) Billboard Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Airplay: #47 (Last week #64) Billboard Hot Digital Songs: #54 (Debut) Downloads this week: 27,246
'OBSESSED' WITH 'LOVE': Mariah Carey passes Kristine W for third-most No. 1s in the history of Dance/Club Play Songs, as "Obsessed" rises 2-1. The song is Carey's 15th (<--link this) leader on the list.
The artists with the most toppers on the chart now stand as Madonna (40), whose "Celebration" retreats 1-4, Janet Jackson (18), Carey (15) and Kristine W (14).
Carey concurrently debuts on Adult Contemporary at No. 21 with her remake of Foreigner's 1985 No. 3 hit on the chart, "I Want to Know What Love Is." The start ties for her second-best at the format, topped only by a No. 17 launch for "Dreamlover" in 1993. Another cover of an '80s smash, Lionel Richie and Diana Ross' "Endless Love," updated by Carey with Luther Vandross in 1994, also began at No. 21.
Source: Billboard | MariahDailyJournal | bks
Mariah & Hype Reunite for New Music Video
Posted by Lynn on Friday, 18-Sep-2009, 4:15PM EDT
As first reported here on MariahDailyJournal, Mariah has started filming the music video for "I Want To Know What Love Is," the second single from her new album, Memoirs of an Imperfect Angel. Filming underway in New York, the music video is being rushed to coincide with the album release on Tuesday, September 29th. The director of the music video is Harold "Hype" Williams.
Mariah and Hype reunite for the first time in eleven years for the "I Want To Know What Love Is" music video. They collaborated previously on the "Sweetheart" (featuring Jermaine Dupri) video in 1998.
Hype is notable for creating a number of successful music videos for artists such as Beyonce ("Check On It"), Kanye West ("Gold Digger"), Ne-Yo ("So Sick"), TLC ("No Scrubs"), R. Kelly ("I Believe I Can Fly"), Usher ("Think of You"), just to name a few. He has also directed commercials for Toyota, The Gap, Dolce & Gabbana, Nike, Reebok, Revlon, MasterCard.
Hype has received numerous awards for his video work including the Billboard Music Video Award for Best Director of the Year (1996), the Jackson Limo Award for Best Rap Video of the Year (1996), NAACP Image Award (1997), MVPA Award for Black Music Achievement (1997), MTV Video Music Award in the Best Rap Video (1998), MTV Video Music Award for Best Group Video (1999), BET Award for Best Director (2006), and MTV Video Vanguard Award (2006).
Source: MariahDailyJournal
"I Want To Know..." Hot Shot Debut at #64 on R&B
Posted by Lynn on Friday, 18-Sep-2009, 2:36AM EDT
Mariah Carey reaches back for her 49th career entry on R&B/Hip-Hop Songs, as "I Want to Know What Love Is" arrives as the list's Hot Shot Debut at No. 64. Foreigner's original version of the ballad reached No. 85 on the chart, and No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100, in 1985.
The second single from "Memoirs of an Imperfect Angel," due Sept. 29, adds to the singer's catalog of covers. Carey peaked at No. 11 on R&B/Hip-Hop Songs with her update of the Jackson 5's "I'll Be There" in 1992. In 1994, her remake with Luther Vandross of Lionel Richie and Diana Ross' "Endless Love" reached No. 7 on the chart. In 1999, Carey rose to No. 3 on R&B/Hip-Hop Songs with her take on "I Still Believe," originally a No. 13 Hot 100 hit by her former employer, Brenda K. Starr.
FMQB: Bet On "I Want To Know What Love Is"
Posted by Lynn on Wednesday, 16-Sep-2009, 6:41PM EDT
MARIAH CAREY "I Want To Know What Love Is" (Island/IDJMG)
I'll be the first to admit I'm not a big fan of remakes. Some artists, and in many cases new artists, often resort to launching their careers with such recordings. But when an established Grammy Award winning superstar artist decides to record a remake they better choose wisely, and Mariah Carey does just that with a classy re-working of Foreigner's #1 hit from 1984, "I Want To Know What Love Is." MC is at her very best vocally, delivering a heartfelt emotion and passion that is sure to connect with an even wider audience than the #1, "Obsessed," which generated lots of headlines and buzz. It's the perfect follow-up and launch track for Memoirs of an Imperfect Angel, a new album due September 29. It's a big song that only a big artist could handle... Mariah Carey is that artist! MC shines with a performance that screams multi-format hit! BET ON IT!
"I Want To Know What Love Is," Mariah's second single off her new album, Memoirs of An Imperfect Angel, is now available on iTunes for $1.29. Download now!
The album is also listed as available now for pre-order for $12.99. The iTunes LP comes with a special suite of "Obsessed' remixes and videos. When you pre-order Memoirs, "I Want To Know What Love Is" will begin to download immediately. Your credit card will be billed for the track, and the remainder of the album's cost will be charged separately when it becomes available. An e-mail will remind you to download your copy. Pre-order now!
Meanwhile, the final cover art for Memoirs has been revised with slight changes. See photos below.
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Original
Source: MariahDailyJournal | Ritcher | Johny
"I Want To Know What Love Is" on iTunes
Posted by Lynn on Thursday, 10-Sep-2009, 12:34AM EDT
"I Want To Know What Love Is," Mariah's second single from her new album, Memoirs Of An Imperfect Angel, will be available for download at iTunes on Tuesday, September 15th.
Mariah Hits The Bullseye in EW
Posted by Lynn on Friday, 04-Sep-2009, 8:27PM EDT
In Entertainment Weekly's September 11th edition, Mariah is featured in the center of "The Bullseye" for her new single, "I Want To Know What Love Is."
The Bullseye: Here's a look at the pop culture news that was right on target this week—and the events that missed the mark
Mariah + Gospel Choir + "I Want To Know What Love Is" = Ecstasy
Source: EW | Jorge
HQ Photo: "I Want To Know What Love Is" Single Cover
Posted by Lynn on Thursday, 03-Sep-2009, 2:33PM EDT
Below is the brand-new cover art, in high resolution, for Mariah's version of the Foreigner classic power ballad, "I Want To Know What Love Is," from her upcoming album Memoirs of An Imperfect Angel, in stores on Tuesday, September 29th.
"I Want To Know What Love Is" Goes for Radio Adds
Posted by Lynn on Tuesday, 01-Sep-2009, 2:13PM EDT
According to All Access and Radio & Records, "I Want To Know What Love Is," Mariah's second single from her upcoming album, Memoirs of An Imperfect Angel, is scheduled to go for adds at the following radio formats:
"I Want To Know What Love Is" Update
Posted by Lynn on Sunday, 30-Aug-2009, 12:22AM EDT
Mariah's powerful gospel-tinged new single, "I Want to Know What Love Is," a revival of Foreigner's 1984 hit, has premiered at European and Australian radio on Friday, August 28th. Below is a partial list of radio stations that have played the song thus far.
FANS TALK ABOUT LOVE We asked our readers what they thought of the song and we received an overwhelming amount of responses! We are featuring some of the reviews below. You can read all the amazing reviews by clicking here. Thanks to everyone!
"Mariah does it best! This new fresh take on I want To Know What Love Is is so powerful and special. It leaves you with a feeling of fulfilled happiness, something we all could have in today's world. This ballad is beautiful, angelic, and classic M.C. From her early days to now, she has continuously put out treasured songs about love and this one is sure to soar high with the best of them." –Brandon Conger (Memphis, TN)
"As someone who is extremely familiar with the song by its originator Foreigner, I was eager to hear Mariah's spin on this power ballad. Musically the song is true to form of its predecessor. The instrumental is heavier on piano and fringes on the gospel level in its climactic finish but not so far off that it does not give homage to the Foreigner original. From the moment MC coos her first word I knew this was bringing something back, way back. Her vocals are crisp and smooth. Each lyric seems to be done with such ease making this an effortless show of the control and emotion driven style of the Mariah we all know. You are taken on a ride of true sentiment giving the song a new life as if Mariah herself lived the words. A choir comes in to join Mimi for the climax and this is where she kicks it up to the next level. Full of the melisma and power that made her the icon she is today. She hits you with big vocals and upper register melodies to compliment the immense show of emotion as the song comes to a close. This is a song that reminds the listener a true vocalist still does exist. In a world of manufactured, plastic wrapped pop tartlets that are overly promoted it is refreshing to hear true raw talent. Our Mimi gives us what we want and rarely here. A diva not by promotion or self entitlement but because her voice is one of a kind and a true instrument. I am eagerly waiting to see what else she has in store for us in her coming album. If the rest of Memoirs is like her lead singles she is set to break more records." –Christopher Benavidez (Dallas, TX)
"I think it is a divine work of art! When I heard it this morning I actually started to cry of joy! This is more than just a Mariah song, this is soulful and pure and I can't wait to hear more from the album! What I like about the song is that Mariah is using more of her gorgeous voice in a lower key. And the belting part is now even more powerful and i get chills everytime I listen to it!" –Daniel (Sweden)
"Mariah never ceases to amaze us with her incredible talent to make songs we may have never appreciated much become favourite ones. Her beautiful voice is capable of turning anything into a moment of glory. When I first heard it, I felt like falling in love with someone again. The whistle at the end was the best I ever heard!" –Daniel Martins (Sao Paolo, Brazil)
"Right away the piano notes reminded me of another greatly under appreciated song by Mariah, Reflections, slowly she builds up her vocal, but then whisper sweetly (to Nick, obviously) at the first chorus. Suddenly she pulls back at 'Gonna take a little time' as a woman who knows what she wants in love, yet reluctantly to go for it, just keep building up that emotion, until the grand finale of the best booming-gospel like production that only Jim Wright delivers, WOW!" –Elbert Lee (Boston, MA)
"THE VOICE IS BACK! Mariah knocks it outta the park with this one! Right from the first note you can feel the emotion Mariah poured into this song. It's got heart and it's got soul (and it's got the high notes!). I Want To Know What Love Is is Mariah at her best! Singing her heart out in this ballad that is sure to become an MC classic." –Eliza Pendleton (Victoria, BC, Canada)
"The song starts off with the melancholy piano solo, then Mariah's calm, soothing vocals gently fade in. By the second chorus Mariah has already teased us with little glimmers of belting, until she goes full out and unleashes her magnificent voice. A choir and even some whistle notes are thrown in for good measure. Mariah did justice to the original; from beginning to end her vocals complement the beautiful lyrics perfectly. I'm still unsure whether the iTunes generation will buy this, but one thing I do know is that this will be an X Factor/American Idol favourite in the years to come." –Faraz Ghani (Nottingham, UK)
"Amazing, subtle, elegant and beautiful intro, leads you to a bridge of something special, reminding you of why Carey is such a global success. Then the power and notes that only Mariah Carey can provide, finishes the song, warming the heart of every lamb on the planet. This song is an audio feast for the hardcore fans, but also a searing light guaranteed to brighten shadow of doubt about this amazing artist's ability, talent and passion." –Gavin (Brisbane, Australia)
"The old Mariah Carey of the 90's is certainly back and she is back with an enormous bang! Her rendition reminds me so much of her old albums and that's how I became one of her biggest fans. She hits every note with beautiful melismatic precision and it's genuinely heart-wrenching. And don't even get me started with her whistle register! She hasn't hit as much or as high notes as that in a very long time. The whole song is already a big hit and Mariah made it even more humongous! I was literally (and hysterically) in tears the first time I heard it!" –Deeny Yahya (Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei)
"I expected this single with so much excitement since it was praised in some reviews and being the 2nd single I thought it was going to be the bomb. Unfortunately, it left me disappointed and empty of that soul and feeling that is characteristic of Mariah's ballads. The production is definitely the weak point in the song, the finger click and piano just don't work. Mariah's vocals are ok, but it would have been better if she had sung in the same register like "Without You" and not so soft and breathy. The transition to the chorus at the end of the song is done too strong, it feels forced and cliched. James "Big Jim" Wright didn't give the same magic as Fly Like A Bird. Overall, I expected more and I hope she does better with next single." –Hector Montiel (San Jose, Costa Rica)
"Mariah elegantly captivates the soulful essence in this song beginning with the heavenly angelic piano intro to the stirring key change where she displays the powerful climax drenched in notes only one can dream of to leave each listener struck in awe at the inspiration and uplifting of the recreated masterpiece that only Mariah Carey can deliver. It is truly a privilege to be able to grasp musical and artistic perfection, and we are lucky to live in her presence." –Jadd (Houston, TX)
"With I Want To Know What Love Is, Mariah has returned in full force to her brilliant ballad sensibilities. She pulls out all the tricks and they work greatly! A little 90's reverb a la Mariah's debut? Check. Gospel choir? Check. Great ad libs? Check, check, check. This one is a true fan-pleaser and should send Memoirs rocketing to #1! Bravo." –Jonnathan Molina (Killeen, TX)
"Mariah at her classic best! She soars to new heights in this spine tingling ballad. I can't get enough of it. A sure fire number one hit! It's one of those songs where you fall in love at the very first instant. I can't wait till the rest of the world falls in love too!" –Kristal (Sydney, Australia)
"Mariah Carey raised the bar with her rendition of the Foreigner's I Want To Know What Love Is. I wouldn't even like to say that she 'covered' the song because she has definitely owned it! Like 'Bringin' On The Heartbreak,' Mariah has once again given a new perspective to a classic track, singing it on a female point of view. The track started dramatically with subtle piano keys of the chorus. The echoing effect of Mariah's voice during the b-section gave me chills as it produces an angelic vibe to the track. The signature airy voice on the chorus is reminiscent of 'Through The Rain.' And the gospel element due to the choir heightens the impact of this song. Mariah surely knows vocal acrobatics to impress her audience. And of course, it wouldn't be a killer track without Mariah whistling. For sure, when someone asks, 'Who sings I Want To Know What Love Is?' I'd be expecting a 'Mariah Carey' answer. She totally nailed it! She may be an imperfect angel, but undeniably, this track has got to fly." –Mark Vincent Vargas (Cebu City, Philippines)
"She definitely hit the ball out of the park with this one... and hit a homerun... I mean her vocals were off the chain and overall she did this song justice and rightfully so, to be appreciated by the current generation. With this song, she showcases her voice which she has been famous for and hopefully will shut those who have been hating on her hard and has been up out her face LOL. I personally love her strong chest voice in this and the belting is just mindblowing at the end. Her emotions just shine through this powerful rendition and I feel Mariah Carey has brought the already great song to and even greater height! I'm so proud to be a Lamb4Life and I feel THE Mariah Carey deserves Standing O's with this song. I'm so amped for the album!" –Shafiq Rafi (Singapore)
"People often say that some classic songs should be left alone and never covered. However, Mariah covers one of the most epic songs of our time and she makes the song into a modern day version. Her vocals are refreshing and powerful rather than some music we hear nowadays. When she transcends from the breathy-style voice to her legendary belting voice which is accompanied by her whistle register, this formula of different styles of voice, compose this song into a potential hit. I thought it would be good, but i didn't realise how good this version would be. This is amazing. Although many of the #1 hits in the world today are unfortunately, ample with electro-pop and indie style music, this song paves the way for Mariah to show that she is Number One and for people to realise that vocals do matter in a true artist. Mariah is a true artist. Unbelieveable songwriting abilities (which she doesn't need to showcase in every song), producing her own music and her most treasured instrument: her voice." –Rob Roberts (UK)
"I am falling more and more in love with Mariah's version on every listen! It reminds me of why I fell in love with her music nearly 20 years ago! I love how she NEARLY gives 'I love OLD Mariah' fans what they want - in the beginning it's an AC ballad, but - being Mariah - she takes the listener on a detour via the ghetto before ending up in church! Oh I love her :) Her "I like Old School Mariah" fans are going to fall big time for this - and it's amazing enough to keep those of us who like Experimental Mariah interested too. I mean, she's practically PURRING in parts of it - she sounds amazing on this track! I love how she can STILL surprise me after 20 years of devoted fandom! Eat this one, critics!" –Sieraaj Ahmed (Cape Town, South Africa)
"Oh My God! Not because I love Mariah so much that's why I think this song is great. To be honest, the song is already so classic but Mariah turned it to even more classic and greater. Wish I had more thumbs than just two to give... that's too bad." –Vuth Sovin Chem (Cambodia)
"Mariah Carey makes a BOLD statement with her calculated second single off her upcoming album. Once again she raises the bar and distances herself from the ensuing pack. From the delicate piano intro to the heaven moving climax at the track ends, only one thing is clear: Mariah's voice shines through with emotion and unmatched command. Love come find me please... Mariah's made me believe it again." –Zane Alley (Durban, South Africa)
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"I Want To Know What Love Is" Has Premiered!
Posted by Lynn on Friday, 28-Aug-2009, 1:12AM EDT
The German radio stations RPR1 and Planet Radio have premiered Mariah's beautiful, heart-wrenching new single, "I Want To Know What Love Is" today at 6:05am Uhr and 6:38am Uhr, respectively. The song was also heard in Australia on Nova and 2DayFM!
"I Want To Know What Love Is" is expected to impact European radio starting today. If you happen to hear it on your local station, please e-mail us at talkaboutlove@mariahdaily.com with the name of the station and its contact information (request lines).
Listen to a 45-second clip of "I Want To Know What Love Is" by clicking on the play button below!
We also would like to know what you think of the song. Send your brief review to talkaboutlove@mariahdaily.com with your name and location (city & country). Select reviews will be featured on the site on Saturday, August 29th.
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"I Want To Know What Love Is" Lyrics
Posted by Lynn on Friday, 28-Aug-2009, 12:01AM EDT
I WANT TO KNOW WHAT LOVE IS (Written by Mick Jones - Produced by Mariah Carey, C. "Tricky" Stewart and James "Big Jim" Wright)
I gotta take a little time A little time to think things over I better read between the lines In case I need it when I'm colder
In my life There's been heartache and pain I don't know If I can face it again Can't stop now I've traveled so far To change this lonely life
I want to know what love is I want you to show me I want to feel what love is I know you can show me
Gonna take a little time A little time to look around me I've got nowhere left to hide It looks like love's finally found me
In my life There's been heartache and pain I don't know If I can face it again Can't stop now I've traveled so far To change this lonely life
I want to know what love is I want you to show me I want to feel what love is I know you can show me
Show me I want to know
I want to know what love is I want you to show me I want to feel what love is I know you can show me
Oh, let's talk about love
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"I Want To Know What Love Is" on European Radio Tomorrow!
Posted by Lynn on Thursday, 27-Aug-2009, 1:52PM EDT
Mariah's new single, "I Want To Know What Love Is," will make its world premiere on European radio tomorrow, August 28!
Below is a list of radio stations that will be premiering the song. European fans, turn on your radio! Please e-mail us any other stations that are confirmed to play the song so we can have everyone tuned in.
Earlier today, the German radio station Planet Radio teased its listeners with a 10-sec snippet of "I Want To Know What Love Is." Listen below! (Thanks to JP for the audio clip!)
Mariah Carey's Rock Remake
Posted by Lynn on Wednesday, 15-Apr-2009, 9:15AM EDT
Mariah Carey is into covering the rock classics -- not always for the better. Several years ago, on her "Glitter" album, Carey did a ballad-esque version of Def Leppard's "Bringing on the Heartache," to tepid reviews. Now, she's revived Foreigner's "I Want to Know What Love Is" -- slated as a potential single for her album due out later this year. Mariah beat out Marc Anthony, who was also hoping to sing the love anthem.
Note: "Bringin' On the Heartbreak" was from Mariah's 2002 album, Charmbracelet.
