Album Review: "Do You Think of Me" by Mariah Carey
Mariah Carey’s Do You Think of Me isn’t just another addition to her legendary discography—it’s a vibe, a mood, and honestly, kind of an emotional rollercoaster. Now, I’m not gonna sit here and pretend this is some groundbreaking reinvention of her sound, but it doesn’t need to be. What it does do is remind us why we fell in love with Mariah in the first place: her voice, her storytelling, and those little moments that make you stop scrolling through TikTok.
Let’s talk about “Faded Love,” one of the standout tracks. It’s got this slow-burn production that sneaks up on you—like, one minute you’re just chilling, and the next, you’re fully submerged in your feelings. The way Mariah layers her vocals here is ridiculous (in the best way). There’s this part where she hits this high note so effortlessly, it feels like she’s showing off without even trying. And maybe she is? But hey, when you’ve got pipes like hers, why not? This song sticks with me because it’s nostalgic yet fresh—a balance only Mariah can pull off.
Then there’s “Silent Goodbye,” which hits different. Lyrically, it reads like a page out of someone’s diary—raw, honest, and kinda devastating. The stripped-down arrangement lets her voice take center stage, and wow, does she deliver. By the second chorus, I was convinced she was singing directly to me—or at least someone who ghosted her really hard. It’s haunting in the best way possible, and every time I hear it, I feel like I’m eavesdropping on something private. That’s the magic of Mariah; she makes everything personal.
If I had to nitpick, I’d say some tracks lean a bit too predictable, but let’s be real—that’s not why we press play on a Mariah Carey album. We’re here for the drama, the runs, and the moments that make us go, “Okay, fine, I’ll cry.”
Here’s the thing: listening to Do You Think of Me felt less like reviewing an album and more like catching up with an old friend. Sure, she’s still flexing those iconic vocals, but there’s also a vulnerability here that feels… new? Or maybe I just wasn’t paying attention before. Either way, it’s good stuff.
Unexpected takeaway? This album made me realize how much I miss answering machines. Like, imagine getting these songs as voicemails. Iconic.
