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20 Mariah Carey quizzes and 280 Mariah Carey trivia questions.
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1.
  Mariah Carey Hit Singles    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
Mariah Carey, the most successful female artist of all time, has had a fantastic 15 number one singles. This is a pretty simple quiz about some of her most successful songs. Good luck!
Average, 10 Qns, freddy_krueger, Nov 07 05
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  Mariah Carey Duets!    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
This is a quiz about the various songs Mariah Carey has worked on with other artists. Good luck! x
Average, 10 Qns, Bronte, Jul 24 09
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  The Music of Mariah Carey    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
This is a quiz adapted from one originally created by ashalia in 2002. It covers Mariah Carey's music from 1990 to 2001. Good luck!
Easier, 10 Qns, Triviaballer, Jan 04 23
Easier
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Jan 04 23
143 plays
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  Mariah's Music Videos    
Multiple Choice
 20 Qns
I'll give you a little information about the video then tell me what is it. It's so easy if you only follow Mariah's success. Good luck!
Average, 20 Qns, mariah2001, May 16 02
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  "Emancipation of Mimi" Lyrics    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
It would be pretty hard to answer these questions if you don't have this CD, but why not give it a go anyways?
Average, 10 Qns, hot_pink, Jul 19 07
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1989 plays
6.
  10 Questions: Mariah Carey Multiple Choice Quiz    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
A really easy Mariah quiz!
Average, 10 Qns, nmbr1mcfan, Mar 20 11
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  Mariah Carey Lyrics    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
This quiz is the lyrics of the number one songs by Mariah Carey.
Average, 10 Qns, musikfreak3202, Dec 01 07
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  The Life and Times of Mariah Carey    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
This quiz about Mariah Carey will cover her personal life as well as career highlights. You will need to have been a fan over the course of her entire career for some questions!
Tough, 10 Qns, worthlesspeon, Apr 08 13
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  Mariah Mayhem!    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
A die hard fan's quiz of the talented and beautiful singer/songwriter/producer/ICON..., Mariah Carey! Are you a true fan? You'll be needing your "Mimi hat" for this one!
Tough, 10 Qns, J_Butterfly, Jun 09 09
Tough
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906 plays
10.
  All About Mariah    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
This quiz is all about Mariah Carey.
Average, 10 Qns, musikfreak3202, Dec 04 15
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1191 plays
trivia question Quick Question
Who sang with Mariah in the song 'Whenever You Call'?

From Quiz "Mariah Carey Duets!"




11.
  The Ultimate Mariah Carey Quiz    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
This music quiz is about Mariah Carey. Have fun!
Average, 10 Qns, samantha_paige, Feb 22 10
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  Average Mariah Carey Quiz - 10 Questions   popular trivia quiz  
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
This is a quiz about one of the best singers ever, Mariah Carey. This is basic knowledge about her and her career.
Average, 10 Qns, essiell, Jul 26 09
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  Multiple Choice Quiz about Mariah Carey    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
This superdiva has a dog named Jack and loves shoes! See how much you know about Mimi!
Average, 10 Qns, soccercks, Jul 30 15
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Mariah Carey Trivia Questions
1. When was Mariah Carey born?

From Quiz All About Mariah

Answer: March 27, 1970

Mariah Carey was born in Long Island, New York, to an African American and Venezuelan father and mother of Irish descent.

2. What song are these lyrics from? "Never had I imagined living without your smile".

From Quiz Mariah Carey Lyrics

Answer: One Sweet Day

"One Sweet Day" was a number hit. She sang it with Boys II Men. It was also on her "Daydream" album, her best selling album.

3. Mariah has often stated that growing up multiracial made her feel like she was an outsider. Mariah's mother is Irish-American. What race is her father?

From Quiz Mariah Mayhem!

Answer: African American and Venezulan

The song "Outside", from Mariah's hugely successful album "Butterfly", is based on Mariah's insecurities of never feeling like she belonged.

4. What was Mariah's mother's maiden name?

From Quiz The Life and Times of Mariah Carey

Answer: Patricia Hickey

Mariah's mother was an opera singer with the New York City opera and started vocal training with Mariah at around age four!

5. Who was the first man Mariah was married to?

From Quiz Mariah Carey

Answer: Tommy Mottola

They got married in 1993 and their divorce was finalized in 1998.

6. On what day was Mariah Carey born?

From Quiz Mariah Carey

Answer: March 27, 1970

Mariah Carey was born in New York.

7. What is the title of the song in which the lyrics are about regretting a breakup? The beginning of this song goes "I didn't mean it when I said I didn't love you so."

From Quiz "Emancipation of Mimi" Lyrics

Answer: We Belong Together

"We Belong Together" is about a breakup, and wanting to get back together. It stayed number 1 on the pop music charts for 12 weeks. It was ranked number 2 out of all the new music in the year 2005.

8. Mariah's first single was called...?

From Quiz Mariah Carey Hit Singles

Answer: Vision of Love

Mariah's self-titled Columbia debut, released in 1990, spawned an extraordinary four number one singles: "Vision of Love", "Love Takes Time", "Someday" and "I Don't Wanna Cry", and led to Grammy Awards for Best New Artist and Best Female Vocalist.

9. What song is Mariah's name taken from?

From Quiz Mariah Carey

Answer: They Call the Wind Maria

Mariah was named after the song "They Call the Wind Maria", which is pronouned Mariah without the "H".

10. Mariah Carey's debut single was released in May 1990. What was this song that begins with the words: "Treated me kind Sweet destiny Carried me through desperation"?

From Quiz The Music of Mariah Carey

Answer: Vision of Love

"Vision of Love" showcased Mariah Carey's incredible musical range and it brought the singing style melisma (singing of a single syllable of text while moving between several different notes in succession) to pop music. Carey released a music video for "Vision of Love" in which she sings the song in a cathedral. The song held the number one spot on the US Billboard Hot 100 for four weeks. In addition to appearing on her debut album, "Mariah Carey" (1990), the song was re-released on the albums "#1's" (1998), "Greatest Hits" (2001) and "The Ballads" (2008).

11. This very romantic video was filmed in black and white color. The loneliness is pointed out by an empty phone booth and Mariah is wandering along the beach. She is dressed in a one piece swimsuit and wrapped in a blanket. Which video is it?

From Quiz Mariah's Music Videos

Answer: Love Takes Time

This single was published in October of year 1990 with four tracks. Mariah worked on the song with Ben Margulies, making it a beautiful ballad. 'Love Takes Time' entered the Hot 100 on number 73. Later, it reached no. 1 and stayed there for two weeks.

12. What age did she begin to sing?

From Quiz All About Mariah

Answer: Three

She began singing at age three when her mother started teaching her after Mariah was imitating her mother singing Verdi's opera Rigoletto in Italian.

13. What number one song are these lyrics from? "With an unselfish love I'll respect you".

From Quiz Mariah Carey Lyrics

Answer: I'll Be There

She sang this song with Trey Lorenz. This song is the remake of The Jackson 5 song "I'll Be There".

14. In high school Mariah was absent often due to working on her demos late into the morning. What was Mariah's nickname at her high school because of her absenteeism?

From Quiz Mariah Mayhem!

Answer: Mirage

Despite never being there, Mariah still managed to graduate from Harbor fields High School in Greenlawn, New York. Now, she is everywhere! No one can call her Mirage anymore!

15. Mariah has one brother and one sister. What are their names?

From Quiz The Life and Times of Mariah Carey

Answer: Morgan and Alison

When Mariah was a teen, Morgan helped her get her demo recorded. At the time he was a personal trainer and knew a few people in "the biz".

16. Who did Mariah sing back-up for before she became a star?

From Quiz Mariah Carey

Answer: Brenda K. Starr

She did one of Brenda K. Starr's songs over. It was called "I Still Believe".

17. What was Mimi's first album?

From Quiz Mariah Carey

Answer: Mariah Carey

Mariah's CD "Mariah Carey" came out in 1990. This was her first album.

18. The video for Mariah's second number one single from 'Butterfly' was totally in black and white. Which single was it?

From Quiz Mariah Carey Hit Singles

Answer: My All

The video started with Mariah lying on top of a capsized boat.

19. What was the name of Mariah's first album?

From Quiz Mariah Carey

Answer: Mariah Carey

"Mariah Carey" was released in 1990.

20. One week before the release of her debut album, Mariah Carey sang at the 1990 NBA Finals. What song that ends with the words "And crown thy good with brotherhood, from sea to shining sea!" did Carey sing that put her in the national spotlight?

From Quiz The Music of Mariah Carey

Answer: America the Beautiful

Mariah Carey sang the song "America the Beautiful" before Game 1 of the 1990 NBA Finals on June 5, 1990. Carey's rendition of "America the Beautiful was widely acclaimed and it was her first public performance after signing with Columbia Records. Carey also sang "The Star-Spangled Banner" before Super Bowl XXXVI on February 3, 2022.

21. What song are these lyrics from? "Seeking faith and speaking words, I never thought I'd say".

From Quiz Mariah Carey Lyrics

Answer: When You Believe

Mariah and Whitney Houston sang this song together. "When you Believe" is from the movie "The Prince of Egypt".

22. What was Mariah's first record label?

From Quiz Mariah Mayhem!

Answer: Columbia

Mariah was signed with Columbia in 1988.

23. Which song was a last minute addition to Mariah's debut album?

From Quiz The Life and Times of Mariah Carey

Answer: Love Takes Time

Mariah wrote the song having just completed recording all the other tracks for the album. She presented it to Sony as a demo for her second album, but they loved it so much, they literally stopped the presses of the album and added it! And it went to number one! This means there are copies of "Mariah Carey" without "Love Takes Time" on it! What a collector's item!

24. Mariah did the "Say Somethin' Remix" with this Atlanta rap group.

From Quiz Mariah Carey

Answer: Dem Franchize Boyz

Dem Franchize boys are the kings of snap music, with their hit "Lean wit' it, Rock wit' it".

25. Who did Mariah marry and then divorce after five years?

From Quiz Mariah Carey

Answer: Tommy Mottola

Carey and Mottola married in 1993 and got divorced in 1997. Mottola was Carey's music producer.

26. How many weeks did "The Emancipation of Mimi" stay at the top of the Billboard Album Chart?

From Quiz Mariah Carey

Answer: two

This album stayed at the top for two weeks. "We Belong Together" stayed at the top of the Hot 100 chart for fourteen weeks.

27. The title of this song refers to looking for your one true love.

From Quiz "Emancipation of Mimi" Lyrics

Answer: One and Only

In "One and Only", Mariah talks about searching for a man to love her and treat her right. She regrets dating guys who lied and cheated.

28. '_______' was the first single by a female artist to debut at number one. The video for the single was set in a theme park. Which single was it?

From Quiz Mariah Carey Hit Singles

Answer: Fantasy

Mariah also did a remix of 'Fantasy' with the fantastic hip-hop artist, O.D.B.

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