Caution
by Mariah Carey
  • Record Label: RCA
  • Release Date: Nov 16, 2018
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  1. PaulaDeSouza
    Dec 8, 2018
    10
    Mariah shows her great vocation for composition, this is mariah carey, vocal greatness, composer and producer of her own songs. Thank you for continuing to make music. Great
  2. Nazario
    Dec 6, 2018
    9
    Crítica do blog Saga Das Músicas: ‘Caution’ é um daqueles álbuns que ouvimos em um dia chuvoso, enquanto bebemos um café ou navegamos na internet. Não há nenhuma faixa que seria uma “Hero” ou “We Belong Together” parte 2, mas é ainda sim um álbum muito completo, que tem o objetivo de passar sentimentos reais de forma a gerar empatia com o público. Nas palavras da própria Mariah:
    “os fãs    Crítica do blog Saga Das Músicas: ‘Caution’ é um daqueles álbuns que ouvimos em um dia chuvoso, enquanto bebemos um café ou navegamos na internet. Não há nenhuma faixa que seria uma “Hero” ou “We Belong Together” parte 2, mas é ainda sim um álbum muito completo, que tem o objetivo de passar sentimentos reais de forma a gerar empatia com o público. Nas palavras da própria Mariah:
    “os fãs só querem me ouvir me expressar, falar do coração e cantar do coração”. Acho que sua missão foi cumprida.    … Expand
  3. Minionzoro
    Nov 28, 2018
    10
    Mariah Carey is back and this is the best album of 2018. She should release more singles of this album.
  4. shannonsuxx
    Nov 28, 2018
    10
    Although her voice has declined massively (note: she has had vocal nodules since before she began her career) in the consequent four years since 'Me. I Am. Mariah.', her vocal work on this album is incredibly clever, and highly melodically interesting. I have not stopped listening to this album or stopped watching reaction and review videos for this album!! A proud fan, I am loving everyAlthough her voice has declined massively (note: she has had vocal nodules since before she began her career) in the consequent four years since 'Me. I Am. Mariah.', her vocal work on this album is incredibly clever, and highly melodically interesting. I have not stopped listening to this album or stopped watching reaction and review videos for this album!! A proud fan, I am loving every minute of her success.… Expand
  5. Donnaalba
    Nov 28, 2018
    10
    Amazing penmanship by Mariah Carey and a truly outstanding production. Everything is contained and cohesive but by no means ordinary. The record is deceptively lowkey, but ask Mariah why all classics are so difficult to master. She sure knows the answer.
  6. Bonbonconvert
    Nov 27, 2018
    10
    Superb. We'll keep it short and sweet, Mariah's best output since Butterfly in 1997. Yes, I said it's better than E=MC2 and Emancipation sue me.
  7. faithboy
    Nov 26, 2018
    10
    Mariah is back, with an amazing album, with wonderful vocals, strong lyrics, an amazing production ... the album gave me a certain nostalgia. great work mariah, such a masterpiece
  8. ItaloLeite
    Nov 25, 2018
    10
    Caution reveals a mature version of the excellent songwriter/singer who mesmerized fans throughout 28 years of a solid career. Mariah suppressed the well known whistles and high notes and highlight the ability to make her low notes sync with the chilling vibe of the album. It's a must-listen-to album!
  9. DAHN
    Nov 25, 2018
    9
    It's really great to know that a 90's diva managed to make one of the best career albums of almost 50 years. Mariah's always reinventing herself to get the best results in music, which almost always works out. "Caution" is an album that has an RnB mixed with trap, something that had effect in the quality of the album. Mariah Carey is a legend in music, and her 15th album confirms this again.
  10. atejherms
    Nov 25, 2018
    10
    I love it! I love how she did not try to release a lot of songs like her previous album. At 10 tracks this is so perfect.
  11. raffaelepianese
    Nov 25, 2018
    10
    She delivered one of her best albums ever 28 years into her career! Show some respect to this legend!!!
  12. Idamaro
    Nov 25, 2018
    10
    This is the best R&B album of the last decade.
    Amazing production that creates a hunting, atmospheric vibe. The song Giving me life is literally a masterpiece, a work of art. And let's not delude ourselves: Mariah Carey is master of her craft, one of the best singer-songwriters of all time.
  13. lha
    Nov 24, 2018
    10
    Mariah's best album since 2005. Fresh, cohesive and addictive....Caution!!!
  14. Rasfa
    Nov 24, 2018
    10
    Only Mariah can outdo Mariah like this. It's fresh but welcoming and comfortable. It's music at its best. Songwriting, melodies and arrangements on point.
  15. Rood_Araujo
    Nov 24, 2018
    10
    This Album is Amazing! Ms. Carey manages to stay current without forgetting her glorious past.
  16. ThiLobo
    Nov 24, 2018
    10
    The Best album, amazing vocals and lyrics, The Queen is back, the years go by and she's still the best!! Thank's MC!
  17. aswad
    Nov 23, 2018
    10
    A consistent and solid RNB album, fresh and so contemporary, 30 years into her career Mariah is still delivering better bodies of work than her current fellow pop colleagues, legend status.
    Highlights : Caution, No No, One More 'Gen, With You
  18. jcgmalave
    Nov 23, 2018
    9
    Great album, love it from start to finish, my fav ones: One Mo Gen, 8th Grade, Givin Me Life and GTFO. GOOD JOB MC!!! What a way to comeback
  19. CLD97
    Nov 23, 2018
    10
    This album is fresh, slick and cohesive while still sounding like classic Mariah. Without a single filler on the album this is definitely Mariah Carey at her best. An essential listen for R&B fans.
  20. tipar
    Nov 22, 2018
    7
    It has been a lot since I do not like an album of her from the first listening and that was that happened here. She gave some electronic vibes to some songs making an album with alternative r&b undertones. I am more than happy with the result even if she did only ten songs.
  21. heartbreaker87
    Nov 22, 2018
    10
    This is the Mariah Carey I missed most: vulnerable, sexy and completely involved emotionally and vocally in her work. It's like a Butterfly in a modern key.
  22. joethealien
    Nov 22, 2018
    9
    goddamn.....she truly delivered here.
    I'm only now getting into her full discography, but I've always appreciated classics such as Vision of Love and Bliss. her last album, the often angelic Me I Am Mariah...The Elusive Chanteuse, brought some great synthpop textures to her classic lush R&B musings, and it satisfied for longer than the standard pop era, despite frustratingly being a flop.    goddamn.....she truly delivered here.
    I'm only now getting into her full discography, but I've always appreciated classics such as Vision of Love and Bliss. her last album, the often angelic Me I Am Mariah...The Elusive Chanteuse, brought some great synthpop textures to her classic lush R&B musings, and it satisfied for longer than the standard pop era, despite frustratingly being a flop. now though, Mariah reclaims her throne, and hopefully this era will do better commercially. this is my favorite thing she's put out since Rainbow, based on my limited knowledge of her discography. I hope to immerse myself further in depth in her discography and I feel this is a wonderful starting point. highlights for me include the stunning classic R&B of first single With You, the smooth PBR&B centerpiece Giving Me Life, One Mo' Gen, The Distance and the album's most dazzling banger: A No No. it's an immediate highlight, and her harmonized A6 feels like a victory. it feels like that scene in an indie movie where a peak in a newfound relationship is flourishing. Mariah delivered. a Q4 stunner. will absolutely end up on my (as well as that of many other pop music listeners') best-of 2018 list. to all first time listeners (there have gotta be some out there): start with With You.    … Expand
  23. VonnVincentT
    Nov 22, 2018
    10
    Caution is a cohesive body of work for Mariah Carey and serves as a solid testament of her ever-evolving artistry as a songwriter, producer, and vocalist. It serves as a shoutout to old-school R&B with the ability to sound modern and grounded. Carey doesn't conform to any trend here. She sticks to her sound but it is apparent that she isn't afraid to experiment with the delivery. ThisCaution is a cohesive body of work for Mariah Carey and serves as a solid testament of her ever-evolving artistry as a songwriter, producer, and vocalist. It serves as a shoutout to old-school R&B with the ability to sound modern and grounded. Carey doesn't conform to any trend here. She sticks to her sound but it is apparent that she isn't afraid to experiment with the delivery. This album is her best work since The Emancipation of Mimi and it deserves all the recognition and raves that it's currently getting.… Expand
  24. Flawlessasurnot
    Nov 21, 2018
    8
    Mariah has touched hearts with this album, so compact with soft and moving sounds and rhythms. This LP is a total journey. She has put her heart, her ability of writing and her powerful voice in 10 songs. 83/100
  25. willpaz1105
    Nov 21, 2018
    8
    Well Mariah recognizes that time passes but she is still fresh and her Caution is out of line, she returns with a contemporary album and with her voice shows the maturity she has achieved since her last album, finally "With you" stands out as her pure essence of its R&B roots of the 90s.
  26. MalekMoyers
    Nov 21, 2018
    10
    Mariah has an art of staying current with the times while still staying true to herself and her craft. This album is a a must listen for any fan of true artistry.
  27. oflo84
    Nov 21, 2018
    9
    One of her best albums, which includes a masterpiece like Giving Me Life among other great songs as A No No, With You, GTFO or The Distance. Really recommended to give her a try even you don't usually like her.
  28. Trevoll
    Nov 21, 2018
    0
    Boring album, she repites the same formula she has been doing for years, no evolution or reinvention. And her vocas are nowhere, she is only whispering ,sad reality of an artist that was amazing in the past.
  29. thekemo
    Nov 21, 2018
    10
    After years of trying to recapture the organic brilliance of Butterfly and The Emancipation of Mimi, Mariah not only exceeds expectations with Caution, she breaks new ground and markedly sets the tone for the next chapter in her career.

    Caution is a masterclass in restrained elegance with expertly written lyrics that put Mariah, the songwriter, in the driver seat. Gone are the vocal    After years of trying to recapture the organic brilliance of Butterfly and The Emancipation of Mimi, Mariah not only exceeds expectations with Caution, she breaks new ground and markedly sets the tone for the next chapter in her career.

    Caution is a masterclass in restrained elegance with expertly written lyrics that put Mariah, the songwriter, in the driver seat. Gone are the vocal theatrics of her last effort along with any true attempts at Top 40 success, allowing the music to breathe without any commercial agenda. This frees Mariah up to experiment and boy, does she ever do that here. From the fire-starter that is GTFO to the sonic groove of Giving Me Life featuring the also-legendary Slick Rick, it is evident that Mariah is playing the industry game with a new hand of cards.

    At 48, this is exactly the type of album an artist of Mariah's caliber should be making - one that reaffirms a legacy and changes the conversation about a talent that has been severely unappreciated in recent years. Well done, Mimi!    … Expand
  30. VacantLot
    Nov 21, 2018
    10
    It's pretty embarrassed to say that it was when her last album came out that she somehow became my favorite singer and to-the-most-I-can-say idol, even mentor particularly in how one should make his own way of living. As one of her fans, this record has been waited for too long, but it tuned out that it's worth all that. Portrait is the song that really makes me feel like I'm kind-ofIt's pretty embarrassed to say that it was when her last album came out that she somehow became my favorite singer and to-the-most-I-can-say idol, even mentor particularly in how one should make his own way of living. As one of her fans, this record has been waited for too long, but it tuned out that it's worth all that. Portrait is the song that really makes me feel like I'm kind-of connected to this one-and-only iconic artist. Wish A No No will be her No.19 #1 song on the Billboard Hot 100! ! God Bless!… Expand
  31. markwalde
    Nov 21, 2018
    9
    This is such a solid R&B album that I can't get enough of it! After 28 years that included several dramatic ups and downs, Mariah delivered an album that is incredibly focused! Each of the (only) 10 tracks shows a different side of her, although the album sounds incredibly consistent. She completely builds on her current strengths, proving that whistles and belting is not the only thingThis is such a solid R&B album that I can't get enough of it! After 28 years that included several dramatic ups and downs, Mariah delivered an album that is incredibly focused! Each of the (only) 10 tracks shows a different side of her, although the album sounds incredibly consistent. She completely builds on her current strengths, proving that whistles and belting is not the only thing she can do. With superb songwriting (yes, people forget she is a singer-songwriter!), sexy low tones and soft high tones in her voice, Mariah showed us in CAUTION that she still got it after almost 30 years. She doesn't sound like she sounded in 1990, instead, she sounds how she should sound today. No one sounds or looks or performs the same for 30 years. People change. Mariah is an amazing musician, and as she gets older and wiser, her music grows with her. I know I will continue listening to this album on repeat for a LONG time.… Expand
  32. DevilPray
    Nov 21, 2018
    0
    classic repeated sound, another album thats sounds like a recycled material from her 90s stuff. DEAL WITH IT.
  33. ryanmartin
    Nov 20, 2018
    10
    Her best since Butterfly. I wish Runway made the standard version of the album
  34. murilocattaneo
    Nov 20, 2018
    10
    Mariah Carey has delivered us a truly masterpiece. Beating through all rumors and speculations on her abilities, she show us, once again, that she is a music genius. Mariah reinvent her music once more, and give us an album with delicious vocals and perfect lyrics and great aesthetical R&B sounds.
  35. Hollywoodsangel
    Nov 20, 2018
    10
    Mariah never ceases to amaze me. She constantly reinvents herself and stays with the trends without copying anyone or anything. Her voice sounds great and her lyrics are top notch, as always. This album does not disappoint! A+ !!!
  36. Candy94
    Nov 20, 2018
    10
    This is her best album since Butterfly. Every song harmonizes with each other yet Mariah achieved what only she can: she’s not repetitive. This is a fresh new album for everybody who loves r&b music. Vocals are on point, lyrics are fun but there are some deep ones too.
  37. mezzy
    Nov 20, 2018
    10
    That is how you create a legendary and cohesive body of work especially 28 years in your career. After 14 studio albums, Mariah proves in her 15th one that she still got the magic with her voice, production skills and songwriting.
  38. alannahhealy
    Nov 20, 2018
    10
    An amazing return for Mariah! Her best in years, this album is slick and silky. Giving me life is an instant classic and No No is amazingly repeatable.
  39. RobbyP
    Nov 20, 2018
    6
    I found this album to be pretty bland. After listening through once, there was really only a song or two that I thought, "I'd like to listen to that again." Pretty much the entire album has one vibe and the songs more or less sound the same.
  40. sheepinflight
    Nov 20, 2018
    10
    Caution sounds like Mariah Carey at her most relaxed at doing what she loves, most assured in her artistry, perhaps most unconcerned about charts and sales. There are no pretensions or endeavours to recreate past critical successes such as Butterfly or Daydream (for they simply cannot be topped).

    There is a strong sense here that the songs are justly served, showcasing Mariah’s mature    Caution sounds like Mariah Carey at her most relaxed at doing what she loves, most assured in her artistry, perhaps most unconcerned about charts and sales. There are no pretensions or endeavours to recreate past critical successes such as Butterfly or Daydream (for they simply cannot be topped).

    There is a strong sense here that the songs are justly served, showcasing Mariah’s mature and clever songwriting without it being upstaged by showy belts and runs and whistle notes. Most tracks have a feel-good, groovy vibe about them, all certainly have a great deal of heart and soul (as do all Mariah songs), with some of the most memorable hooks and lyrics in her more recent career.

    It is substance without being heavy, playful without levity, cohesive from beginning to end. The quality is high throughout, and there is not a whiff of superfluity or insincerity about it. This stunning body of work is the result of a true artist’s evolution and it seems only a matter of course—this is exactly what Mariah Carey in 2018 would or even should sound like.    … Expand
  41. edbiado
    Nov 19, 2018
    10
    This is what happens when you let Mariah be Mariah. As the sole executive producer of the album, and presumably the one making all the decisions maybe for the first time in her career, the elusive chanteuse delivers a tight and compact offering that flows from one song to another without being under the guise of a concept album. It's perhaps the most sonically cohesive 10-track set she hasThis is what happens when you let Mariah be Mariah. As the sole executive producer of the album, and presumably the one making all the decisions maybe for the first time in her career, the elusive chanteuse delivers a tight and compact offering that flows from one song to another without being under the guise of a concept album. It's perhaps the most sonically cohesive 10-track set she has put out with the ease of a music legend with nothing to prove but with the urgency and agency of a legacy act with everything to prove. It's equal parts contemporary and nostalgic, often in the same song, and that's what makes it a unique accomplishment.… Expand
  42. RALABAR
    Nov 19, 2018
    10
    Mariah Carey sabe como sorprender, ella se fue por lo mas obvio con las primeras canciones que revelo de "Caution" pero detras de eso estaba su mayor satifacion, un album organico, una remembranza de su estilo, el cual creo, un origen de melodias y letras que evidencia su pasion por el pop, el hip hop, el rap y el R&B .
    La vida de Mariah es como una montaña rusa, como la cualquier    Mariah Carey sabe como sorprender, ella se fue por lo mas obvio con las primeras canciones que revelo de "Caution" pero detras de eso estaba su mayor satifacion, un album organico, una remembranza de su estilo, el cual creo, un origen de melodias y letras que evidencia su pasion por el pop, el hip hop, el rap y el R&B .
    La vida de Mariah es como una montaña rusa, como la cualquier persona comun y corriente, y eso precisamente hace que el album sea sincero y cercano a su publico.
    Al escuchar el album, vas descubriendo naturalmente ritmos caracteristicos de su trayectoria musical, y otros sutilmente moderno; influenciados por los discos Butterfly, Rainbow, Glitter, Charmbracelet, que en aquel entonces fueron intentos fallidos hoy son reales en "Caution".
    Me gusta la madurez que tiene esta Mariah. una leyenda que no compite con nadie, sino que le grita al mundo que ella es una super estrella.    … Expand
  43. QueenBritney
    Nov 19, 2018
    10
    an amazing album, full of R&B goodies she really delivered with this album she deserve a Grammy for this album.
  44. POWreviews
    Nov 18, 2018
    10
    Mariah’s music transcends time and barriers. She is eternal. She is the Queen of music. She is music. I can’t be anymore more proud of her. “Caution” is amazing! And I encourage you to take this incredible journey. I love you MC!
  45. seanshine
    Nov 18, 2018
    9
    New Mariah and she is still relevant. She worked with many new producers but still you can tell this album is on her leadership. Sound very Mariah with trendy and modern beats. Also She was using very various tones not necessarily high note vocal showcase in the end which makes easy to sing along. Every songs has a catch hook and very consistent. I wish She added one more up tempo songNew Mariah and she is still relevant. She worked with many new producers but still you can tell this album is on her leadership. Sound very Mariah with trendy and modern beats. Also She was using very various tones not necessarily high note vocal showcase in the end which makes easy to sing along. Every songs has a catch hook and very consistent. I wish She added one more up tempo song would make this album perfect.… Expand
  46. Dreamgirl
    Nov 18, 2018
    10
    Mariah Carey once again shows she's the queen of music. Her talent for writing, producing and singing is really unparalleled. She broke all records in music and she's still giving her all after almost 30 years in the industry. Thank you so much Mariah!!! A real living legend!!!
  47. Gabriel5105
    Nov 18, 2018
    10
    Absolutely legendary! Mariah has been in this industry for almost 30 years and still somehow always finds a way to do something new an different! An album with a fresh yet nostalgic sound! AMAZING!
  48. zangarini
    Nov 18, 2018
    10
    Great Work, Mariah Carey! Mariah was able to make a current album without losing its essence. It is admirable the cohesion of this album, which can be compared to the same level of cohesion of Daydream! Congratulations!
  49. Otrolucas
    Nov 18, 2018
    10
    This album is so good! Pure bliss!
    I’ve been a fan since 1998 but very critical about her music. Always expect the best from her and this is it. Mariah delivers a beautifully constructed piece of work that makes you want to listen to it over and over again.
    So current yet so attached to her roots.
    Highlights: GTFO, With You, Giving me Life, The Distance, A No No, Caution, Stay Long Love You
  50. Marcosparadise
    Nov 18, 2018
    10
    A quality rescue was made by Mariah. The album is loud and bright. An artist from the 1920s to sound so current is practically impossible. The best song on the album is Giving Me Life (feat. Slick rick & blood orange), with the sound of a light guitar, Mr. Carey's voice stands out as a perfect marriage. With absolute certainty, this is one of the best songs of 2018. Highlight the songsA quality rescue was made by Mariah. The album is loud and bright. An artist from the 1920s to sound so current is practically impossible. The best song on the album is Giving Me Life (feat. Slick rick & blood orange), with the sound of a light guitar, Mr. Carey's voice stands out as a perfect marriage. With absolute certainty, this is one of the best songs of 2018. Highlight the songs Caution, A No No, 8th Grade, The distance (feat. Dolla $ ign) and Portrait. Congratulations Mariah, for being one of the few artists of the 1990s to create an innovative material without leaving the roots that put it in the world of music.… Expand
  51. Supercival
    Nov 18, 2018
    10
    I love this album. It's different from the albums Mariah has made before but it really sounds like the real Mariah that most people don't know. She is showcasing her real self and the vocals are perfect. I really love her style of writing songs. She is definitely blessed with real talents. I'm so happy to be existing during her time.
  52. MatangiRefugee
    Nov 18, 2018
    10
    Absolutely brilliant album. Her best album since Butterfly, and the best album of 2018. The album could've been longer by a few tracks (2-4 more tracks would've been PERFECT).
  53. piscesloverboy
    Nov 17, 2018
    10
    Some very new and current sounds for Mariah, she kept it interesting while still making it giving it her classic sound. Probably the most cohesive album this year. My standouts were A No No, best R&B song of the year and total bop, Caution a mid-tempo with a sultry production, and catchy chorus, and Giving Me Life, a mid-tempo with an erie production, most interesting track on the album,Some very new and current sounds for Mariah, she kept it interesting while still making it giving it her classic sound. Probably the most cohesive album this year. My standouts were A No No, best R&B song of the year and total bop, Caution a mid-tempo with a sultry production, and catchy chorus, and Giving Me Life, a mid-tempo with an erie production, most interesting track on the album, Mariah gives us all life with her lower register in thid one.… Expand
  54. ConnorLamb
    Nov 17, 2018
    10
    With this album Mariah proves that she is still in the game, and that the others will still have to go a long way to get close to her legacy.
  55. Well_Gomes
    Nov 17, 2018
    10
    The Only One Queen!
    The Songbird Supreme!
    A True Diva!
    She's my Hero...
    A Legend
  56. mimisnapped
    Nov 17, 2018
    10
    Caution is her best album in years! I highly would reccomend this album since it's not overproduced and autotuned like her old album MIAM. Her tonal quality is amazing in this album and the songs are great!
  57. MalloneSalles
    Nov 17, 2018
    10
    With an untouchable legacy, the music queen, Mariah Carey, reinvents herself once again! CAUTION!
  58. officiallyjuju
    Nov 17, 2018
    10
    Mariah Carey is STILL Mariah Carey. Sure, she has had a rough three years under horrific management and, yes, we have New Years but the public tends to write Mariah off as if she is some blonde diva who just wants to be a socialite.
    No. Mariah is an artist who has just been emancipated (no pun intended) from a very dark period of her life. This album spills out with bottled up creativity    Mariah Carey is STILL Mariah Carey. Sure, she has had a rough three years under horrific management and, yes, we have New Years but the public tends to write Mariah off as if she is some blonde diva who just wants to be a socialite.
    No. Mariah is an artist who has just been emancipated (no pun intended) from a very dark period of her life. This album spills out with bottled up creativity from the 'silent years'. It's also a change of tone for Mariah who is notorious for her girlish vulnerability in music... this album shows Mariah as a confident, mature woman who just went through some ****
    It's a short, 10 track album but is void of any filler. Every song is ear candy and the songwriting is brilliant.
    One last thing to say is this is the first post-90s album where Mariah fully embraces her voice for what it is today; any song on this album could be sung live with ease by Mariah. With endless recordings, performances, vocal acrobatics and age it is impossible for Mariah to sound as she did in her youth. The fact that she embraces this and isn't trying to fool anyone any more is amazing! She feels like an artist you can connect with again. And, by the way, her current voice can still run circles around most current pop artists.
    Bravo, Mimi! This is your moment!    … Expand
  59. Kungfrederik90
    Nov 17, 2018
    10
    Finally She is back with an Amazing album. R&B perfectly mixed with hip-hop, soul and pop. The best album after The Emancipation of Mimì. She made a good job.
  60. jpauloas
    Nov 17, 2018
    10
    Mariah Carey managed to put out a piece of art that can only be described as r&b perfection. This kind of work, that required only a few components on the creation team, could only be reached by a true r&b genius. Shout out to the 28 years of reign of Mariah Carey. The others r&b girls can't relate to this energy.
  61. orangecIouds
    Nov 17, 2018
    9
    Arguably her most soiid & cohesive work since 2005's Emancipation. She's finally found solace in her current range and didn't have to revert to overproduction and pitched vocals like MIAM. I love how there aren't any big vocal moments but is still true to her sound and is modern & fresh. The production, the lyrics, are all 10/10. I love how she closed the album with "Portrait". ClassicArguably her most soiid & cohesive work since 2005's Emancipation. She's finally found solace in her current range and didn't have to revert to overproduction and pitched vocals like MIAM. I love how there aren't any big vocal moments but is still true to her sound and is modern & fresh. The production, the lyrics, are all 10/10. I love how she closed the album with "Portrait". Classic Mariah with a self-reflective piano ballad that depicts her personal life over the years. It sounds like a culmination of its predecessors ("Looking In" from Daydream, "Close My Eyes" from "Butterfly" and hints of "Petals" from the "Rainbow" album). I do wish the album tracks were sequenced better, but great album overall.… Expand
  62. higorjose
    Nov 17, 2018
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I simply loved. It's such a cohesive and different album. Mariah respected her limits and went as far as she could.
    There is not a single song that is bad, congratulations Mariah and collaborators, this project was wonderful.    … Expand
  63. xcarlaradames
    Nov 17, 2018
    10
    Truly her best album since Butterfly. Sounds fresh, without sounding desperate. The songs 8th Grade and Portrait are my favourites off this album! I hope it gets the recognition it deserves.
  64. Aleiannone1992
    Nov 17, 2018
    10
    A contemporary R&B album, but with the great Mariah Carey touch!! Explosive beats, great lyrics and a really cohesive and strong album without any filler
  65. queenmariah1
    Nov 17, 2018
    10
    It's incredible her ability to stay current doing the same as always. Nice, Mariah. Love it. Although it counts on few songs, the album is very good. Quality is greater than quantity, thank you for teaching me that, Mimi.
  66. Davidvh
    Nov 17, 2018
    0
    The first few singles were already disappointing to me, very average unmemorable songs. The whole album has only 10 songs and the whole project is very average, even the better songs are forgettable and the whole album is painfully bland.
  67. Alib123
    Nov 17, 2018
    10
    Amazing album that’s brings mariah Carey’s nostalgic R&B style into modern times.
  68. MarceloJCaution
    Nov 17, 2018
    10
    Without doubt this is the album that really should close the year 2018.
    He's so strong, neat, elegant and above all cohesive, Mariah Carey has made it the best album in years ... Caution is a masterpiece of R&B!
  69. nickcarey
    Nov 17, 2018
    10
    I'm actually really surprised by this album. It's so cohesive and yet every track is really different and fresh and still so classic Mariah. I love the way she used her voice and Giving Me Life is literally some of her best songs OF ALL TIME. Wow. If you will listen to this album, you won't be disappointed. Cheers MC! You're finally back!
  70. masterfulmimi
    Nov 17, 2018
    10
    Mariah is back and more stronger than ever.

    With the newalbum "Caution" Mariah has redeemed herself as a versatile artist, exploring with new sounds, this album is one of her best and she did THAT 30 years into her career.
  71. euthiagonolasco
    Nov 17, 2018
    10
    This is a masterpiece. " Giving me Life " took my life.
    Mariah Carey Brazil loves you.
  72. mariahsemotions
    Nov 17, 2018
    10
    Best album for years, she really did something with this album, full of great songs and bops, a nice ballad called Portrait which is very personal. Giving Me Life was unexpected but took a great turn and it's one of my favourites! A great album!
  73. Fsantosb
    Nov 17, 2018
    10
    Mariah's best album after Emancipation, fresh, cohesive and addictive
    Perfection
  74. luancdso
    Nov 17, 2018
    8
    Great work, Mariah! Her best album since Emancipation of Mimi. With You, Caution and One Mo' Gen should be singles. Made me fresh and happy, classy!
  75. GFace
    Nov 17, 2018
    10
    The album is amazing, she delivers in every track. Tho my personal favorites are One Mo' Gen, The Distance and Portrait
  76. mxann
    Nov 16, 2018
    10
    The production is great, no fillers, which is rare to a Mariah album.This is like what E=MC² longed to be, a feel-good album from start to finish. My favorite track is Portrait, very personal like Petals, Outside and Looking In. My least favorite track is Caution, starts good but goes nowhere. People would think after 28 years of career she would be releasing bad songs but this isThe production is great, no fillers, which is rare to a Mariah album.This is like what E=MC² longed to be, a feel-good album from start to finish. My favorite track is Portrait, very personal like Petals, Outside and Looking In. My least favorite track is Caution, starts good but goes nowhere. People would think after 28 years of career she would be releasing bad songs but this is definitely in the top 5 Mariah albums. She snapped. That's it.… Expand
  77. johnbnader
    Nov 16, 2018
    10
    Beyond impressed with Mariah's efforts on this project. I've seen a lot of comments saying best album since The Emancipation of Mimi and I have to strongly agree. She blends her signature 2000's sound with musical production style that is effortless and modern. Great songwriting, sensual vocals, confidence persona shining through. A knockout for Miss Carey, but what else would you expectBeyond impressed with Mariah's efforts on this project. I've seen a lot of comments saying best album since The Emancipation of Mimi and I have to strongly agree. She blends her signature 2000's sound with musical production style that is effortless and modern. Great songwriting, sensual vocals, confidence persona shining through. A knockout for Miss Carey, but what else would you expect from the Elusive Chanteuse. Most original song: GTFO/ Best song: Caution/ Best Collaboration: The Distance feat. Yung Dolla $ign. Four and a half stars.… Expand
  78. davidmikai
    Nov 16, 2018
    10
    This album showcases new Mariah and we are not ready for it. Get ready to be snatched! #Caution
  79. 062198
    Nov 16, 2018
    10
    Her best album since Butterfly. A cohesive, well-produced masterpiece. Only 10 songs, but ALL killer.
  80. nmaan
    Nov 16, 2018
    7
    Best album since Emancipation. Best track (not) on the album, Runway. Sampling Butterfly .... genius!

    Btw, if you find the album a bit short, search out the remixes to The Distance, GTFO, A No No.

    Plus "Unforgettable Mariah Carey Acoustic Remix" , "You're Mine (Stripped)" and "Close My Eyes (Orange Clouds Version)".
  81. iranbrotamonte
    Nov 16, 2018
    10
    Definitely one of her best records ever released. A very current R&B record without losing the Mariah identity.
  82. yan777
    Nov 16, 2018
    10
    The best album since The Emancipation Of Mimi, i love all of her music, she is perfect
  83. musicLover21
    Nov 16, 2018
    10
    Mariah delivered her best album since Butterfly. Every single track is amazing. No fillers. Simply great!
  84. mosedenoz
    Nov 16, 2018
    10
    Mariah did not disappoint! Her voice sounds so good in these songs and she made new music sound contemporary and still sound authentic to herself! It's not her most vocally demanding album but it's fresh and the it's very cohesive in my opinion
  85. Honeyfly
    Nov 16, 2018
    10
    This album is extremely cohesive and is a return to form for Mariah. Blurring the lines between R&B and trap, Mariah's latest effort doesn't disappoint and is, arguably, her best body of work since 1997's Butterfly. Buy a copy today and relish the vibes and lyricism of Mariah Carey. 10/10
  86. KarenCarey
    Nov 16, 2018
    10
    Melhor álbum da Mariah desde o TEOM, impecável, cada faixa com muita qualidade ⚠❤
  87. delberfiguer
    Nov 16, 2018
    10
    The legend. You don't need to proceed with CAUTION! This album is amazing. So dope, with good vibes, vocals, lyric..... Mariah knows what we need. You can hate her but you can't live without her power. Huge songs, not afraid, free to create, this is the legend.
  88. todayistheday
    Nov 16, 2018
    9
    Mariah is my favorite artist of all time. This album is notably one of her best - up there with 'Butterfly,' and 4 years ago 'Me. I Am Mariah: The Elusive Chanteuse.' There are so many classic moments. Vocally, this is the best cohesive representation. If she were to perform the entire 'Caution' album live, this is exactly how she would sound. My favorite track is 'Portrait,' because IMariah is my favorite artist of all time. This album is notably one of her best - up there with 'Butterfly,' and 4 years ago 'Me. I Am Mariah: The Elusive Chanteuse.' There are so many classic moments. Vocally, this is the best cohesive representation. If she were to perform the entire 'Caution' album live, this is exactly how she would sound. My favorite track is 'Portrait,' because I am awestruck by her ballads. Another standout for me is 'Giving Me Life.' Such a genius way to sample 'Trading Places' starring Eddie Murphy. I did find that there were some moments leaving me wanting more vocally and musically, but I won't get greedy. Mariah is an ever-changing artist, and it would be unfair to expect her to stay the same forever. This will be a classic remembered for decades to come.… Expand
  89. GregHoffman
    Nov 16, 2018
    10
    Everything amazing about Mariah with the addition of a modern production that soars her above the rest. Contemporary R&B done right. There's no mumbling or tracks that'll bore you to sleep. These melodies are guaranteed to have you hooked after just a listen or two.
  90. RnBManiac
    Nov 16, 2018
    10
    Caution by Mariah Carey is "the definition of R&B" in terms of what it is supposed to represent sonically, lyrically and the emotions conveyed with every listen. 28 years later into her legendary career and Carey still manages to debut a cohesive embodiment of past and present experiences of her life, each track respectively contributing to the greater picture of what Carey is trying toCaution by Mariah Carey is "the definition of R&B" in terms of what it is supposed to represent sonically, lyrically and the emotions conveyed with every listen. 28 years later into her legendary career and Carey still manages to debut a cohesive embodiment of past and present experiences of her life, each track respectively contributing to the greater picture of what Carey is trying to depict to her audience. Mariah has no doubt paid homage from some of her past projects such as the Emancipation of Mimi, Butterfly and Daydream albums, combining elements of each to create a fresh yet Mariah-esque sound to fulfill a very promising and fruitful listen to both the dedicated Lambily as well as to a new audience.… Expand
  91. tyytyl
    Nov 16, 2018
    9
    this is her best Album since 2005's "The Emancipation of Mimi". Highlights include "Portrait" "With You" "A No No"
  92. Youhenrique
    Nov 16, 2018
    10
    Com dez faixas no total, o novo álbum tem colaborações com os rappers Gunna, Slick Rick e Ty Dolla $ign, além do cantor Blood Orange.

    Antes de lançar "Caution", Carey liberou dois singles: "GTFO" e "With You", ambos com clipes próprios. "Realmente é um trabalho de amor. Estou muito animada para mostrar aos fãs", comentou Carey sobre o disco. "Essa sou eu nesse momento da minha vida,    Com dez faixas no total, o novo álbum tem colaborações com os rappers Gunna, Slick Rick e Ty Dolla $ign, além do cantor Blood Orange.

    Antes de lançar "Caution", Carey liberou dois singles: "GTFO" e "With You", ambos com clipes próprios.

    "Realmente é um trabalho de amor. Estou muito animada para mostrar aos fãs", comentou Carey sobre o disco. "Essa sou eu nesse momento da minha vida, podendo me expressar como compositora e cantora. Estou em um bom momento".    … Expand
  93. ChristianLamb
    Nov 16, 2018
    10
    This album proves that she really has everything to be called a legend.
    She really showed that she is the best songwriter, i love the lyrics, the production.
    NO SKIP!!!
    Her best album since The Emancipation Of Mimi.
    SHE IS AMAZING!!!
  94. jadenpb
    Nov 16, 2018
    10
    The production is incredible, I love how she used Drake's producer, but yet it still has that signature Mariah feel. Her songwriting is incredible as always, and vocals were perfect, not oversinging which I appreciate! This album did not disappoint! 10 out of 10 definitely
  95. casincasan
    Nov 16, 2018
    10
    I love this album so much. I'm waiting for this long time. My first era with her. This album is amazing! Mariah Carey and her team are doing great job.
  96. ailtonsribeiro
    Nov 16, 2018
    10
    Beautiful. Muito adulto e atual. Qualidade superior a o que estamos vendo na última década.
  97. Milenarbds2
    Nov 16, 2018
    10
    The album is incredible. It has a very current sound, but with the special touch of Mariah !!!!
  98. edgarverac
    Nov 16, 2018
    10
    Mariah Carey presents her 15 album and her music sounds fresh and sincere. From GTFO to Portraits, the iconic voice of Mimi walks through styles and phrases that lead us to a more elegant and mature R & B trip that she has given us in her career. The best tracks are GTFO, Caution, A No No, The Distance, Giving Me Life & Portraits. Caution is Mariah at her best.
  99. shinycrapyboy
    Nov 16, 2018
    8
    Not a fan at all but I have been listening to every single LP that came out. She´s definitely a visible and unavoidable artist in the POP/ R´n´B scene whether you like her music or not. If someone tells you that he/she does not know who Mariah Carey is, He/she´s obviously lying! This record is, contrary to all the stuff she put out lately, a sober but relevant piece of work thanks to theNot a fan at all but I have been listening to every single LP that came out. She´s definitely a visible and unavoidable artist in the POP/ R´n´B scene whether you like her music or not. If someone tells you that he/she does not know who Mariah Carey is, He/she´s obviously lying! This record is, contrary to all the stuff she put out lately, a sober but relevant piece of work thanks to the production which, without flirting with the exuberance of alt /nu R´n´B, brings some singular elements. It´s still mainstream and baked for wide audience but Mariah seems more focused in bringing effortless subtle, discreet and smooth vocals in order to put the music in the forefront, giving us the opportunity to catch on details. Listening to old tracks, I often had the feeling that her voice was always overhanging the instrumentals. I believe that for many fans, it was mostly the appeal in listening her music. They were, are still searching for that Diva touch through sugary romantic ballads & vocal techniques more than being surprised in the election of a new and daring artistic direction. I do believe that she took that step forward and the result is really fresh and surprising. Only 9 energetic tracks, each one quite effective and the strategic choice in putting the only ballad, her typical trademark, at the end of the track list keeping alive the groovy flow from track to track and giving the wrong impression that the album is short. I still believe that if you feel this way, when the music stops, it means that the LP is cohesive, strong and relevant.… Collapse
  100. Fantise1
    Nov 16, 2018
    10
    Simply amazing! Her best album in a long time, which is saying a lot since all of her recent albums have been amazing. The production is modern while the lyrics and vocals are 100 percent Mimi. What an amazing album.
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  1. Consequence
    Nov 26, 2018
    67
    Previously, Mariah Carey has made it clear that she’s been through too much to care what anyone else thinks, shrugging off critics and denying all drama. On Caution, Carey has channeled that energy into the music itself.
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  2. Pitchfork
    Nov 26, 2018
    75
    She’ll employ of-the-moment producers to add current touches to her tracks, but the way she uses them on Caution results in her fine-tuning her aesthetic, not bending to current playlist-friendly trends.
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  3. musicOMH.com
    Nov 20, 2018
    100
    A neat album of only 10 tracks. We find her in life-admin mode, clearing out any dispensable trash that she no longer has time or the inclination for. ... Sublime.
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