Voice Teacher Reacts: Mariah Carey's Best Vocals

[@SpaghettiPlays]

Mariah Carey is unparalleled. Truly a once in a lifetime blessing. So glad I'm alive the same time as her.

[@swizzwizz12]

She’s one of the best vocalists of all time.

[@BS33875]

Not one of, just the best

[@adamcarlyle8910]

I just love watching Mariah Carey being respected for all that she has done for us.

[@pandumiharja6769]

she wrote/co-wrote 18 of her 19 #1 songs. she is indeed incredible singer and songwriter

[@uchihaitachi5905]

I think her and Whitney definitely revolutionised the pop music scene with melisma and made it mainstream. It’s crazy to think how much influence their voices continue to have on modern day singers.

[@benjaminbawa5273]

True.

[@leanture3685]

I agree as well! Have been saying this for years! Mariah especially has really laid the groundwork for all future signers to come after here! Almost every singer that came after her has some sort of Mariah element in their voice in the sense of Melisma, runs and rifs, belting etc…. For example, Arian Grande was inspired by Mariah and so many signers that came after Ariana imitate Ariana Grande not even knowing that Ariana was inspired by Mariah! This gen X these days are being inspired by singers, not knowing that those singers in turn were inspired by Mariah.

[@Neonlike0]

100%

[@erikm8372]

Yea, and even Mariah credited Whitney as an influence, early on. Considering whitneys album debuted in the mid 1980s, Mariah in 1990. No doubt Whitney influenced Mariah, who, in turn, influenced today’s singers. It was so nice to see Ariana and Jennifer Hudson sing with Mariah for their Xmas song in 2020! The look of joy on Ariana’s face! Ever since then, have you noticed-no one is comparing Ari and Mimi’s voices anymore. Same with ‘When you believe’, after the duet, nobody compared Mariah and Whitney. The influence is there but people aren’t so shady about it now! All it takes is a duet!

[@rezaariel8406]

​​​​@@erikm8372huh?since when mariah credited Whitney as an influence?early on?1990?which interview is that?i think she only talk about whitney later on after both of them become friend but before that mariah doesn't know Whitney neither does whitney doesn't know Mariah

[@demogorgon4244]

younger people will never understand what kind of a PHENOMENON she was when she first came out and mtv was running her "vision of love" debut over and over again. probably %80 of 90s teens was in love with her lol.

[@Fan-vv8wb]

The greatest vocalist of all time

[@squarcircle2254]

One of them. But she’s in the upper echelons.

[@SquidProQuo80]

​@squarcircle2254 She's technically the best, not one of. No other singer has ever attained her skill level in every register with such amazing technique, flawless transitions, writing her own songs, insane vocal agility in every register, RESONANCE, I could go on forever.

[@squarcircle2254]

@@SquidProQuo80 She’s the goddess of vocal agility and transitions but still not technically the best in every other vocal/musical ability. Not in the lows, not in power, not in resonance, not in belting, or head voice, or vibrato, not in vocal control, volume control etc. She isn’t more technical than Rachel Farrell, and Lisa Fischer could compete with her vocally. The other members of the vocal Trinity and even vocalists like Beyoncé have strengths over Mariah. She doesn’t have everything in the bag. Beyonce, who’s the goddess of technique, only rivaled by Mariah and Rachel, proved her vocal agility was nearly equal to Mariah’s. I said nearly only because Beyonce’s typical style of singing didn’t require Mariah’s level of complexity.

[@artemussarjev]

@@SquidProQuo80 There's definitely better singers in terms of technique, but Mariah is probably the best when it comes to popular mainstream singers.

[@whitneyfan7107]

Just so y’all aware this is the person who goes around KZbin calling Whitney “Crackney Houston”

[@chrisanthemum7]

The way she sang in the Daydream era is so perfect that it almost bothers me. I rarely revisit it because it's like, so effortlessly perfect that I don't care. Like, who can do that???

[@female1x]

No like for real daydream dont make no sense how perfect her voice is life damn truly god given talent like girl can sang the best singer i have ever witness she is #1 in my bock i have seen Whitney celine aretha all the greats and mariah still stands out to me the most

[@drewm.2790]

She’s an out of this world talent! Masterful singing, amazing songwriting chops and immense soul and passion 🔥

[@GabrielPassarelliG]

Mariah does melisma without it seeming like melisma. It's so amazing how intricate all her melodies are, not only with riffs, runs and melisma in general, but also register switching. I very much respect Beyoncé, but even though she is like a robot (perfectly executing all her riffs), the subtlety and musicality of Mariah's runs are above all other singers I've ever heard. She is almost superhuman.

[@juels508]

THIS!!!

[@mikeglo168]

I overlooked her talent when she was in her prime. I am just now realizing how gifted she is. Thanks for another entertaining reaction, John.

[@maximusprime73]

mike! What took you so long? 🤪

[@kevinadamlopez7519]

Mariah’s pen has been the only one involved in most of her music, and she’s brought on collaborators to write with her on some songs but with the exception of covers that she has done, she has never sang anything she hasn’t written in her entire discography. It was one of the only stipulations she was able to get through her label as a freshly signed 18 year old, which is remarkably impressive and is one of the reasons she owns her entire catalog, not something many artists have to their credit.

[@Syzothicc]

She didn't write When You Believe but she sang it. But I get your point.

[@heitorsgarbi7134]

When you believe is cover of the original in the movie so... he's right from the bottom till the top!

[@Syzothicc]

@@heitorsgarbi7134 is that how it works? I thought they were both original songs since they came out from the same movie. If it came from a different movie after Prince of Egypt, then it can be considered as a cover. So does it mean that Beauty and the Beast by Celine is also just a cover? As well as Reflection by Xtina? I'm confused.

[@michellemcgregor358]

in the 90's she was a breath of fresh air, new sound, new vocals everything in between and out of the universe, gorgeous., music videos, live performances, her own background singer sheesh come on.... her talent and work ethic is why she thrived and managed to carry on for so many years, and yes she is still my fave.

[@Devoted2Mariah]

I’m so glad you loved this! Please do more Mariah videos, you have the knowledge to speak on her intelligently. She’s a masterclass.

[@snareyshot2879]

I loved your face when Vision Of Love started 🙈 what an iconic song!!

[@CookietheYorkie]

Mariah is the definition of music. thanks for the video!

[@MCLamb1984]

My absolute idol. No one will ever compare to Mariah for me. Ever. Period.

[@my97ser]

Absolutely amazing reaction I truly enjoyed it! Mariah is one of the greatest singers of all time! And before that she's one of the greatest song writers of all time! More than 16 of her 19 #1 hits she wrote and then did vocally what artist even now try to even begin duplicating! There's the Vocal Trinity which we all know and that's Whitney Houston, Celine Dion, And Ms Mariah Carey! These sistas have there own lane in the history books and there's no need in honestly comparing either to the other because all 3 are icon's and have been an inspiration to everyone! But Mariah that range is unmatched and the fact that her whistle register can be so soft and delicate or can literally rattle your ear drums and let's not forget about the vibrato and that she can sing every note while in whistle tone! Man living legend

[@levantineking98]

I loved this video and loved hearing all you had to say about her voice. We Love Mariah ❤

[@brianna7810]

Truly one of the greatest top 5 best vocalists of all time 🙏❤️

[@Leung-fy4ec]

5:31 that whistle register isn't human, it's a singing bird from heaven

[@charlottemoreau1957]

Yes Mariah Cary loved Minnie Riperton she was taken to soon

[@charlottemoreau1957]

All you southern gentleman should know Minnie Riperton send lovin you to your wife she will love you forever 😘😆

[@rushy4321]

I always show people Mariah Carey's live versions of "I Want To Know What Love Is" when I want to display her vocal range and singing ability. The switches from chest to head to whistle and back again, sometimes all in the same lyric. It shows off her classic and beautiful tone and agility. But also her performance ability, being able to put on a show and display musical genius. One of my favs is her performance on X Factor UK.

[@johnarvinsarno1937]

She's the Most Amazing Artist of All time. She Sings She wrote her Song. She SEELLLLLLLLLLLL. Most number 1's.

[@mijalakis3]

"All hail and bow to Mariah Carey, The Queen of Divas, Protector of the vocal skills from the realm, Archiduchess of Vocal range/registers, Empress of agility, The unmatched, The Mellisma mother, The Goddess of Songwriting and producing, The one often imitated, but never duplicated, The embodiment of pure success",. My simpleton ears are not worthy of your talent but a simple sung phrase will be enough to heal me for all eternity.

[@dm3889]

I giggled too loud lol!

[@alexations1]

Two words for you little lamb chop, dahhhling, just two proper nouns: WHITNEY HOUSTON.

[@dm3889]

@@alexations1 the only thing with this is he added songwriting and producing. Babes one writing credit won’t get you there 🥹. Mother lamb was creating hits not waiting for a team to give it to her. That’s the difference.

[@alexations1]

@Julius for vocals history will hail the Voice Whitney Houston. For songwriting & producing Taylor Swift. For entertainment, MADONNA, Janet Jackson, and Beyoncé. Sorry boo, Mimi gets lost in the shuffle & will forever be known as the undisputed Queen of Lip Synching Mariah Carey. 😳😳😳😳😳😳

[@dm3889]

@@alexations1 Ahh that’s hilarious! Do you hear the lyrical content of “Vision of love” versus “Tim McGraw” look at the vocal maturity lol. Both teenagers and my diva was writing songs 40 year olds would dream of.. the truth is Whitney’s discography as a whole is boring af this is why she’s known as a legacy act. Your girl peaked after “My love is you love.” Her comeback album “I look to you” versus “emancipation of Mimi” doesn’t compare lol. Mind you she had 20-30 producers and writers on the album and barely pushed a million copies worldwide yikes! While emancipation pushed 13 million plus. Quality production, songwriting. And sales. And please stop with the lip syncing. The fact that I never heard “I’m every woman” even during her prime in the original. Don’t go there with me I’m a fan of both divas so I know all performances. Let’s talk about how they left Whitney’s concert in Australia. If you can’t talk about Whitney’s greatest vocals past bodyguard…. Let’s not do this sweetheart. Let’s call a spade a spade and call it a goodnight 🤗

[@Luke_Balbino]

Lovely reaction! All hail the Queen Mariah 🤩

[@arielgrushka]

I'd already seen all of those videos before, but seeing your reactions to them puts it in a total different level

[@spectre-8]

omg please do many many many more Mariah videos please!

[@carvinvillamor461]

I love how excited you are in every song. As a lamb I have my respect for you, sir. Thank you!

[@allegraxo239]

The best singer-songwriter ever!! ❤️❤️

[@natashaarnfield2788]

I remember where I was stood when I first ever heard her voice back in around 1994 in the UK. I stood still shivered and said to my dad's wife 'I need to know who that is'. I've been hooked on her vocals ever since. She's a legend. Love your review of her vocal abilities thanks for this 😊

[@msgui22]

I just loved the video, thank you ❤

[@williambroom7710]

Listening to her is a real treat!

[@andytanhw]

Thank you for such a lovely video! People really don’t give her enough credit for the influence she had on other singers. Looking forward to more Mariah analysis from u

[@shiningspark8299]

Mariah is the best singer ever. ✨️ I am so glad that people are appreciating Mariah's talent. Your appreciation is on point.

[@angelxemotions9102]

Well tbh these are by far not nearly her best vocals, just her most popular good moments. But if u actually wanna hear some of her true best vocals i recommend these vids -vision of love live at london 1996 vocal showcase -Vanishing live at SNL 1990 or the rehearsal for this same performance -Emotions live at Worcester 1993 -Vision of love live at Zurich 2003 -Joy to the World live at St John the Divine 1994 -Surprise performance 2013 …and she has more but these are just a few of her actual best, there use to b better videos of mashups of best vocal clips but some of those vids got deleted sadly, however i encourage u react to the ones i listed. LOVEDD ur reaction btw!!🫶🏽🔥

[@riyuhimnida14791]

What about If it's over in 1992 grammy

[@butterflysdaydream2944]

Why would you mention Worcester when there is msg...😭

[@angelxemotions9102]

@@butterflysdaydream2944 cuz worcester has the cunt intro and the best whistle notes in general.

[@angelxemotions9102]

@@riyuhimnida14791 first off i only mentioned a FEW, i never said i mentioned all, second, at first i had put that performance but i deleted that performance off because i didn’t remember if he had already reacted to it and i didn’t wanna list too many, plus literally everyone reacts to that performance in comparison of the other performances i listed.

[@simplepansy]

i would also recomend forever live at the tokyo dome

[@Ernie1978]

I love how joyful your video is and I appreciate that you give Mariah her props! She is the best as far as I'm concerned!

[@OGKaz]

Dang any higher frequency with them whistle notes we wont be able to hear them. That's extremely impressive, no wonder she's one of the best vocalists of all time.

[@RC-yj7dm]

There's even a story where a girl was playing one of her records (I'm guessing Emotions) and it kept opening/closing their garage door

[@lambchop3805]

Riffing and running in the 7th octave is ridiculous!!

[@cletonbernese2811]

She is the best.

[@victoradventures1274]

Mariah's talent truly is unparalleled and unique. She was blessed by God and her talent is immense. Her performances get me teary eyed. How can a human be so freaking talented and beautiful. With that said, people are too harsh on her. She has nothing left to prove.

[@carlossalcedoizarza2785]

The best part? These aren’t even her best live vocals.

[@scottgarbo1288]

GREAT video! It's great to hear and see a voice teacher respond to Mariah's incredible, superhuman, unparalleled singing that many millions of us fans have appreciated for decades. I also really appreciate your mention of Mariah being an accomplished, talented songwriter, which she is. She reminds me of Maria Callas because of her absolute commitment to vocal quality and integrity and because she pushes herself to get the most out of her vocal ability. I'm not a vocal coach or expert but I don't think there is another modern-day singer with such an impeccable, powerful, controlled range as Mariah's. I love every song of hers, some more than others, but, with that voice, she can never go wrong.

[@soulovelee_2433]

Can u please talk about how she creates those vocal breaks? Similar as to "come" 13:41 it sounds like she's like coughing out the note in a way, or as if the tone is too dense so that the vocal chords disconnect for a second? That is my favorite effect in her voice, along with her growls. But I just can't recreate it, help please

[@malibupromqueen]

I think it might have something to do with her vocal nodules. I’ve never heard that type of vocal break with any other artist

[@roddo1955]

It's an anatomy-thing. Mariah has a natural husky tone. To recreate it, you are on the right track but it would indeed be like an intentional cough. And that is not good for your voice.

[@RC-yj7dm]

I love that about her voice too! I used to mimic that a lot when I used to exclusively sing her songs

[@joserosellojr]

13:56 Honestly well put video 👌🏽 I am a normal Mariah fan not a true lamb ( Dion for the kill) however I live the way you really pick up of technicalities with her acrobatics style very impressive. I agree with you, She was groundbreaking and important to music and also! just for the simple fact she really understands what resonates with random ass people of the world. Very cool.

[@erpmo3326]

outlived crack3r nippy and outsung Celine dion't-sing-anymore

[@leahkallixto5288]

The greatest of all time! Mariah is music

[@ronda.8624]

I recommend a Spanish singer, her name is Diana Navarro. She is a very versatile singer sings different musical styles has a very particular voice that always transmits the song that I recommend is "El perdón" official video clip.

[@mcis4ever]

She’s the goat!! ❤ Queen of Music indeed

[@ManifestationPowerhouse]

I loved this video. I’d enjoy you revisiting Mariah as an artist ♥️

[@alexandresousa338]

Such a great reaction! Thank you so much

[@ilovetati91]

These are far from her very best - looking forward to you reacting to more from her though

[@strangerthings88]

Yeah this pop crush video is garbage idk why it’s always the go to reaction

[@pdgf]

Iconic, Legendary Queen! 🦋👑🎶🎤

[@Daniel-l8l7v]

So inventive yassssssss

[@divahproductions]

Hi from Australia. Great reaction

[@pchris1600]

is simple ! when you have a voice that can do anything you just do it !! she was blessed with an amazing talent and she shared that talent with the world ! RESPECT for this woman

[@whitneyfan7107]

You should also check out I Am changing Whitney covered it in 1986 on her debut world tour it really is a masterclass of Vocal ability I’d recommend San Francisco or Jones beach NY ❤

[@jenpot25]

So many words to describe how amazing Mariah Carey is....Goosies galore only Mariah does that to me.. Thank you for this video.

[@roamingqueen]

Did you notice how John Henny had to defend her again and again? The massive amount of critics througout her outstanding career makes me sad beyond words. It hit me real hard when comparing this vocal reaction video to millions of other videos of that kind on YT. I'm not a lamb, but PLEASE leave this ICON alone! Anyone with ears next to their brain and a heart filled with love and understanding in their cheast should realise that Mariah will always be in a league of her own and a blessing to music. And those who can't stop picking on her because of vocal "decline" must have sucked at biology BIG TIME! We will all end up with a "vox senile" - simple as that! Thanks a bunch, John, for this great video! 😘

[@strangerthings88]

Plus she’s has vocal nodules since a kid and that kills most singer’s careers. She still hasn’t gotten them removed, but she should have

[@willianmangabeira9936]

@@strangerthings88 It didn't remove because she might lose her voice.

[@strangerthings88]

@@willianmangabeira9936 she already lost her voice basically starting in 97 and that excuse is beyond tired. The only singer that has ever happened to was Julie Andrews over 30 years ago and thousands of nodule removals are done daily. It’s fine if she doesn’t wanna risk it, but she stop performing live anymore because it embarrasses me for her. She could get almost all her range back if she did it. Some of her whispery techniques could change but not much else.

[@marcinb.8664]

she would be happy to see it for sure and You doing good job here :)

[@ydrefejnoc569]

One of the three legendary singer ❤️

[@tex8411]

Take a look at her singing You and !!!!

[@benjaminbawa5273]

Oh, God! I loved her rendition.

[@artemussarjev]

It's dubbed. So lip-syncing.

[@joshuasanders2123]

Great video! I enjoyed this. MC is just amazing.

[@susanciaramella9472]

Mariah.... Love her!

[@wilfredoalvarezING_GEOWILL]

The most prolific and best vocalist of all time. Probably the most underappreciated female vocalist in the world. She´s unique!

[@CruiseControlM3]

The Rotterdam concert is her best vocally to date. The halftime show was the single's mp3 version. One last thing, I could have chosen better clips for you to watch lol.

[@hunterchampion5433]

You’re absolutely correct about her Rhythm for music. Not dancing lmao but her melisma is the cleanest is the industry. She respects timing and always arranges her riffs and runs perfectly to the melody.

[@JohnHennyVocalStudio]

Agreed!

[@Qlint22]

🦋 The Songbird Supreme 🎙

[@Caitleen26]

Wow, I enjoyed your reaction.

[@przemekpuciennik3263]

She’s the greatest! But she’s not co-writing, she’s wrote by herself 99%of her songs

[@vondellola1607]

Pls. Do part 2

[@vitaliscarey]

Unparalleled Queen 👑

[@zusman84]

Mariah is the G.O.A.T.

[@loyalpaname4458]

Mariah Carey is 🔥🔥🔥

[@randyjaffar8284]

Love your reaction sir ❤

[@margaretbugeja3872]

So great to see Mariah getting the cudos she deserves

[@jamesonmasias5338]

YOURE A KING

[@jeremiahwilkins8983]

You have to watch her perform I wanna know what love is on xfactor

[@Jeljel123]

I love queen mariah carey

[@GustavoFM1000]

Legendary!

[@pia4972]

Please do Dirty Loops! The singer Jonah Nilsson is amazing! Rock you, Next to You or Breakdown is a good starting point 😊

[@lvc_as9763]

Hello sir, you absolutely need to react to Lara Fabian, I will suggest Broken vow, Je suis Malade or Adagio as a start

[@stevenbrown3961]

Shes so great

[@erikm8372]

As a fan I have to wonder if that ‘Don’t Forget About Us’ moment at the Super Bowl (or whatever game) should even count as “best live vocals” lol. It was suspiciously close to the album hehe

[@adamd6648]

Yea it was clearly lipped😭💀

[@rosemaresperancaneves4403]

Hi John! Do you know Gabriel Henrique? He's consider a male version of Mariah, beucase he do wistle tone, and has an amazing vocal control and getting high notes effortless. I will love to see your reation about Gabriel. Thanks for reaction of Mariah, she's fantantic❤

[@giovanni94]

Thank you! Could you please do more reactions of Mariah?

[@fbasha9270]

The legendary Mimi

[@rrrqqqrrr]

i love seeing other people appreciate mariah’s talent hehehe

[@lambchop3805]

Amazing video

[@johnarvinsarno1937]

1. Mariah 2. Whitney 3. Celine 4. Aretha 5. Beyonce / Ariana

[@igorvilela3243]

She wrote hero and all I want for christmas, she had help but she mainly did the Melody and lyrics

[@victorheaven]

Love of my life👑🐦💘

[@whitneyfan7107]

One of my fav VOL performances along with London 96 (Daydream Tour) Madison square garden 1995 Madison Square garden 2006 Madison square garden 1993

[@Zabidy6616]

I recommend you to provide feedback to Putri Ariani from her American Got Talent (AGT) How does Putri Ariani flare with singer like Maria Carey and Whitney Houston’s.

[@arturodelcastillo9191]

Like an ángel !!!! ❤

[@ilovetati91]

Yeah no idea why they added the Halftime Show one and her 1990 America the Beautiful is way better and fully live

[@jsventure6134]

A maior cantora de todos os tempos!

[@kennethdennisrojo1891]

No one can sing like Mariah

[@Myeverythinggg]

Ariana can

[@imanberliyeva]

@@Myeverythingggnever

[@Myeverythinggg]

@@imanberliyeva listen to my hair, she alr did 🩷

[@Myeverythinggg]

@@imanberliyeva listen to my hair, she alr did

[@EriolLondon07]

Ladies and Gentlemen, The Greatest Female Artist of All Time🦋✨ #Billboard

[@eltonsouzasantos4875]

The Best vocalist 👑

[@juanm3430]

You should react to the 10 best SoHyang’s performances