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Initially, Mariah Carey put the special 15th-anniversary edition of her festive album “Merry Christmas II You” and after that, she performed the Las Vegas residency show CHRISTMASTIME. The announcement was made just before the singer’s performance on the opening night, which also marked the beginning of holiday celebrations.
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The moment Mariah Carey shares a Christmas post, it indicates that the Christmas season has started. She was not merely returning to life this year—she was about to revive the whole festive spirit with a twofold of joyous celebrations. The iconic artist introduced the 15th-anniversary version of her Christmas album from 2010 during the countdown to the opening night of her Las Vegas show.
A twitter user simply and accurately described the historical moment as follows, “the moment mariah posts, the christmas season officially uploads into our reality. mother didn’t just defrost, she rebooted the whole holiday.” This was the general tone among the comments on her announcement, with her fans embracing what many consider to be the official start of the holiday season.
The excitement was not only online. A number of fans claimed they had already received their copies of the anniversary edition. “I received it this week and will open it soon,” said one user, together with heart and Christmas tree emojis that reflected the prevailing mood. Another one just gleefully shouted, “bought mine! can’t wait to see you on the 6th!!!” making it obvious that the physical product still matters in the streaming age.
In the case of some fans, the album carries a personal significance beyond being just a seasonal music album. A very emotional reply came saying, “Your Merry Christmas II You album was a surprise gift given to me by my mom, thus this album will always have a special and greater meaning in my heart. I really love how your Christmas music inspired me to get closer to GOD.” These emotional bonds demonstrate how the singer’s Christmas music has become part of family life and individual spirituality over the years.
Vinyl format was particularly sought after by collectors. “I want that beautiful vinyl on my record player right now!” one fan exclaimed, while another commented, “I want this vinyl as a Christmas present.” The excitement for physical media indicates that there is still a strong demand for Christmas memorabilia from the queen of holiday music, even in this digital era.
However, not all reactions were positive. One of the comments in a critical way stated, “she knows she will never gonna have a hit other than her Christmas singles so shes milking it dry.” Although this is a minority opinion, it does reveal the complexity of the artist’s association—famous for massive pop anthems—and her Christmas legacy.
The worldwide influence of Carey’s Christmas empire was once again acknowledged. A fan from Uruguay wrote, “Have a very merry season, Queen!!! And the best start of your residency, I honestly can’t wait to be there next Saturday, forever&always your Uruguayan lamb.” Another person even inquired about shipping costs to Tel Aviv, showing the global interest in her Christmas products.
Mariah’s performance in Las Vegas was a topic of conversation among many fans. One wrote, “Sounds great! Enjoy the fantastic show tonight in Vegas!” another added, “See you next week MC!!! Can’t wait!!!” The enthusiasm for her residency suggests that even after several decades in the business, Carey is still a draw for live performances.
Her announcement’s visual aspect was also recognized. “You look gorg, Mimi 💕✨ we love u,” one fan wrote in a comment referring to the photo that depicted Carey as festive and glamorous.
There is a commonality in the responses that Mariah Carey’s Christmas music has transformed from just an annual attraction to something much deeper—a catalyst for personal memories, a collectible item, and for many, the official starting gun for holiday festivities. The 15th-anniversary edition is both a visit to the past and the present, linking new and old audiences who have made her music a part of their Christmas traditions.
One fan brilliantly summed up the mood when he said, “That’s fantastic news! 🥳 Enjoy the 15th anniversary edition and have the absolute best time at CHRISTMASTIME in Vegas.” The sentiment conveyed in the statement includes two celebrations—the celebration of the musical legacy and the instant of excitement—that are characteristic of Mariah Carey’s uninterrupted reign as the undisputed Christmas queen.
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In other news, Lisa Hochstein recently shared a special moment with the singer. Additionally, Mariah Carey and Anderson .Paak have collaborated on new music, and Anderson .Paak later paid tribute to the album. The artist also took time to share a heartfelt video message with her devoted fans.
This story originally appeared on Celebrityinsider
