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Generally favorable reviews- based on 568 Ratings
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Positive: 368 out of 568
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Mixed: 85 out of 568
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Negative: 115 out of 568
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JBlazeApr 22, 2005It's a good album, the more I listen to it the more I like most of the tunes. But it's not her best. I like it anyway. And I believe she redeemed herself after the debacle that was Glitter and Charmbracelet.
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hboogieApr 22, 2005
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RobertMApr 22, 2005I was pleasantly surprised the 1st time I listened, with the first couple of songs off the album really catching my attention. "We Belong Together" is great. Really, a solid, urban.pop mix, and a fantastic "comback" album.
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Emanc1patePaNdeM0niuMApr 22, 2005
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NickFApr 23, 2005AWSOME! Her range is... wow! Oh, yeah and she HOTT
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PatkApr 26, 2005
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ThiagoBApr 28, 2005
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MarieElisePMay 12, 2005
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beckykMay 12, 2005this is an amazing album ! keep it up mariah it couldnt have been any better
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EdSMay 14, 2005
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LinardAMay 15, 2005Mariah Carey might have lost some of her power belting over the years...But...Mariah is Mariah! Sell or not...asked a small kid who is she & you'll get a replied back "oh the diva who can sing as high as a dolphin".Now, see what I mean! One & Only!~
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mattrMay 20, 2005Good Work. Welcome back
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ChadHMay 22, 2005i think this is one of the best cd's since Beyonce's Dangerously In Love(which was one of the best cd's ever).
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hugecMay 6, 2005definitely a 10! "we belong together", no doubt, is the best song in the album, and the best song that mariah has delivered in many years. with this album, mariah has proven her tenacity and, once again, her superior artistry!
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OmarBMay 6, 2005Good album. One or two songs I could have done without but otherwise the album is pretty solid.
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BridgetGJun 13, 2005I love this whole cd. I couldn't believe how good all the songs were. I play it overand over and over...
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eddielJun 14, 2005way better than the last 2 albums
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AlexJJun 18, 2005And the skank is back! How did she manage to get Snoop Dogg on her record? No, wait, I know *cough*. Having to stomach this crap is punishment enough but then i had to sit in a car full of people who thought it was the best thing since Led Zeppelin. Ech. I would only have to see Carey to ask, "Why are you still living? Shouldn't you be on Sunset Blvd by now?"
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triciamJun 9, 2005I really love Mariahs' new album, track 2 is the bomb!
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AnnieBJul 12, 2005
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SarahTJul 16, 2005Is a fantastic album. Wish people wud stop dissing people who can actually sing, many of us can't, couldn't and wudn't!
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StephenFunkJul 18, 2005Awful. Mariah Carey is a self-obsessed diva, and proof that Americans are getting stupider.
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AlanaOJul 21, 2005
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TBoneMJul 2, 2005I hate Mariah Carrey. I will always hate Mariah Carey. I will continue to hate Mariah Carey. I'm sure she'll be up for a grammy cause of those old asshats are friggin idjuts. Mariah should hook up with Rob Thomas. Their children would be the musical equivalent of a roach infestation.
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rnbmast3rAug 31, 2005This is a great album with the super hits 'We Belong Together' , 'Shake It Off', 'Say Somethin', and 'One and Only'. And the album features Snoop Dogg, JD, Twista and other great Hip-Hop/R&B stars. must have for about anyone
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RaVANYAug 8, 2005
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SaadHSep 1, 2005This album sucks
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JDSep 2, 2005
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MaxZJan 10, 2006
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stevebJan 14, 2006A great album. I love every track, especially Mine Again, Fly Like a Bird and Making It Last All Nite. Mariah's debut album remains one of the favorites in my collection.
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LouiseCJan 14, 2006
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RyanCJan 15, 2006hot tamales
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gianoJan 15, 2006It's definitely the best album of 2005!!! No question about it!!! Mariah's the best ever!!!
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Nene27LeoJan 15, 2006Mariah is often imitated,but never duplicated. Come on haters lets be realistic. Mariah is not only extremely talented, she is also original. Many newcomers inspire to be like Mariah. Just pust her outfits aside and acknowledge true creative talent.
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DannyMJan 15, 2006Mariahs returned to her roots and made her best album since her first emancipation, butterfly, definetely the best album released by a female artist this year, probably the best overall
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SiriKJan 15, 2006I just love her and all her albums!!
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KeanLJan 15, 2006Simply Irresistible!
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ramp.iJan 15, 2006great r&b album.. teom redefines the term R&b. great job mariah.
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DavidAJan 17, 2006This is one of the best albums she released. All of the songs will grow on you on repeated listenings. Standouts are of course We Belong Together, One and Only, Joy Ride, So Lonely and Say Something!
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mimioJan 24, 2006
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JoeAJan 5, 2006Calling it trash would be an insult to trash.
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allenwFeb 11, 2006sucks
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MatthewAFeb 16, 2006
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drewBMar 8, 2006just when i thought music couldn't get any worse, she proves me wrong
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peterpApr 27, 2006
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AlbertoFJun 17, 2006I love this cd
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BalbAug 14, 20064 votes for the number of nice songs on it, meaning only 4 songs worth listening
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MarkMNov 14, 2005boring! not the come back she was promising!
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AllanSe7ensNov 4, 2005THE EMANCIPATION OF MIMI out shined her previous efforts (Glitter, Charmbracelet and Rainbow). This album puts her back to the top. Standard tracks We Belong Together, Your Girl, Fly Like A Bird, Say Something and Stay The Night.
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AK.Dec 11, 2005
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LoriUDec 25, 2005
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LucasNApr 12, 2005a pleasant return to form
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nikkirApr 12, 2005People are complaining that she suffers from anonimity on this record. Her voice is all over the place. Although it is not in top shape like it has been in the past, her voice has improved since her last effort. I give her props for defying what fans were expecting and giving us something we can be proud off.
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moesApr 13, 2005this album is super cool
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TalimicusNApr 13, 2005The album in my opinion is "sub-standard" Mariah gets the points for trying, but haven't we heard this before!
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SandySApr 13, 2005Amazing!.........Vocally she's back so haters can say whatever they want......Even the critics they don't know nothing!.........all they do is hate on Mariah.......well this CD rocks!.......I love all the songs.......She's still the best
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JasonSApr 13, 2005Mariah needs to change her tune, very boring.
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scottcApr 13, 2005
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AmberNApr 14, 2005This is definitely the best album by far! I am digging the diversity of the album. She has the power ballads, the dance jams, the hot collaborations. I absolutely love the whole album...the ballads give me goosebumps and the jams get me dancing! Definitely the best from MC yet! The Voice never left! MC is better than ever!
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ErickaMApr 14, 2005This album is simply amazing. My fave Mariah album to date!
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JimmyFApr 14, 2005This is by far the best album of 2005!!! Mariah is in top form on this cd, this is a must have for anyone who likes good music!! If you are tired of the sound of today, I definately reccommend this cd, there is something for everyone whether you like ballads, r&b, hip hop, dance, or whatever, trust me it is on there!!!!!
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ADSpainApr 15, 2005Buen arranque.... para irse estrellando hasta el aburrimiento... lástima, seguiré esperando su "renacimiento"
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DwightVApr 17, 2005This is better than her last few albums "Rainbow", "Charmbracelet" and "Glitter" but Mariah can still do better ("Butterfly"). This album is a bit more urban. It's predictable and bland. She's not separating herself from the other r&b 'n' hip-hop girls.
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PersnicketyRogersApr 18, 2005Usually, drugs are the creative catalyst for a musician who when sober can't write shit. But, in Mariah's case, she can't write shit either chemically enhanced or clean as a whistle. Just say no to Mariah kids. Thank you.
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EjaazSApr 18, 2005A masterful collection of R&B perfection to redefine the direction of music these days. Mariah survives haters and concentrates on her forte: music and voice. Highlights are: "We Belong Together", "Get your #", "One and Only", "Shake it Off"... puurrfect
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JacoPApr 21, 2005This needless to say sucks. What amazes me is that most of the users are praising it like its a gift from God. It's not! And you people seriously need a lesson in what makes good music.
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hopekApr 21, 2005
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JayYApr 21, 2005
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LesleyJMay 13, 2005Mariah, keep up the good work. I feel your voice is coming into itself and you are able to use it at ease.You are one of my favorites. I love this CD. LesleySTL
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victorcMay 31, 2005
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EmilyLJun 12, 2005Amazing cd!! i cant stop listening to it! Her voice is so awesome...Listen to the background vocals too. I love when she layers the vocals. It's so beautiful!
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ChrisW.Jun 24, 2005Mariah really really devlivers on this album. I listen to it at least 3 times every day. Excellent album, great lyrics, great beats, great vocals. Everyone I recommended this album to so far agreed that it is a must have. Excellent job Mariah!!
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grJun 26, 2005Great album...Grammy is calling her name w/ this one..good work Mariah!!!
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tonysJul 19, 2005One of the most satisfying albums of her career!
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KeshCAug 29, 2005Amazing album. Mariah truley has a voice and it is ion thi able with all its glory. Great ballads, RnB.
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ClaytonTJan 11, 2006BEst album of her Career! The voice is indeed back and the writing though alittle juvinile is fun and still consistent. Many artist would do good to take note from her ability to have fun on her records and not take themselves so seriously. She is a lengend indeed and will always be the greatest and hardest working talent in the music industry.
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JaysonJJan 14, 2006MARIAH IS No.1!!!!
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raysJan 14, 2006love this album!
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DanOJan 15, 2006
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csJan 15, 2006
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RoofusBJul 23, 2006
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DarylJDec 21, 2005Absolutely astounding. I listen to it whenever Im in the car
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May 29, 2014Mariah uses the retro sounds of the 70, easily making majority of the ballads instant classics. With her power house vocals, she blows the listeners away.
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Mar 4, 2015Possibly MiMi's most cohesive record; a true return to form for the second highest selling female artist of all time. Each track melts into the next with Mariah's mid-range crooning (her vocals aren't are strong as they once were, esp in 2015, but the production conceals this setback near seamlessly)
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Apr 24, 2021Amazing Album, Maraiah´s voice is angelical, all the songs is perfects no skips!
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AngushApr 29, 2007well done mariah~
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jessicaJFeb 16, 2007
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mariaApr 7, 2007album rocks!!!!
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AlexanderTJul 15, 2007The album is great. it is one of those albums that you are able to listen to right through a number of times. special tracks include - your girl, we belong together, joyride and i wish you knew
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AliA.Apr 22, 2008
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JayMDec 25, 2006
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CheyMOct 23, 2006It was a really inspiring CD and all of the songs inspired me to do more things with my life
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martinJFeb 16, 2007pathetic music. Mairah can't sing. never release an album again
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JamesLMar 11, 2007
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GonçaloS.Apr 13, 2009I love Emancipation of Mimi, it has everything that I love in a singer: passion, power, vocals and good lyrics. Mariah's best album.
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MichaelK.Jul 19, 2009One of carey's most brilliant works ever and definitely one of the best recordings on its genre of the 2000's. A very respectable one by an artist that returns to walk fast to the state of legend. This album is really the comeback and has influenced so many artist already.
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RockyMMar 22, 2007
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KaiwenSJul 25, 2007Really really bad album!!!
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Awards & Rankings
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Entertainment WeeklyHeavy on ballads and midtempo love songs, it always keeps at least one foot (more often both feet) planted firmly in comforting old-school diva soul. [15 Apr 2005, p.76]
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There aren't any great songs among Mimi's club tunes and pop-chart-conscious tracks, and Carey is still suffering from a serious crisis of confidence.
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Despite its grim title with its visions of messy self-absorption, The Emancipation of Mimi is - mostly - cool, focused and urban.