Looks like Mariah Carey is being sued over her classic Christmas song, ‘All I Want For Christmas.’ According to TMZ, two men are claiming they wrote a song with the same name and are seeking $20 million in damages.
Andy Stone and Troy Powers have a holiday song that you made in 1989 and has the same title as Mariah’s hit song. The news outlet reported that the two men filed a suit last year where Andy Stone claimed Mariah stole their song. In the new documents obtained by the publication, Stone and Powers claim there are “substantial similarities in the lyrical hook, melody, and overall feel” compared to their song.
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In the lawsuit, Stone and Powers stated Mariah has “palmed off these works with her incredulous origin story, as if those works were her own.” TMZ says they have reached out to Mariah’s team for a comment but haven’t received a response yet.
Mariah Carey’s Christmas album, “Merry Christmas,” released in 1994, has been a tremendous success and played a significant role in her career. The album includes her iconic holiday hit “All I Want for Christmas Is You,” which has become a Christmas classic.
The song itself has achieved remarkable success. It consistently tops charts during the holiday season, and Mariah Carey’s rendition is widely regarded as one of the most popular and enduring Christmas songs ever recorded. The album has been reissued and expanded multiple times, and its success has contributed significantly to her overall career achievements.
Mariah Carey’s Christmas album has had a lasting impact, not only in terms of music sales but also in her legacy as one of the most celebrated pop artists with a timeless holiday classic.
Mariah Carey’s Christmas album “Merry Christmas” and its hit single “All I Want for Christmas Is You” have received several awards and recognitions over the years. Some of the notable awards and accolades include:
Grammy Award nominations: The album and its single received Grammy Award nominations, although they didn’t win.
ASCAP Pop Music Awards: Mariah Carey has won numerous ASCAP Pop Music Awards for “All I Want for Christmas Is You” due to its popularity and radio airplay.
Billboard Music Awards: The song has received Billboard Music Awards for its chart performance during the holiday season.
Other industry and regional awards: The album and the song have received various other awards and recognitions from different music industry organizations and regional award shows.
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While Mariah Carey’s Christmas album and the single have received many nominations and awards, the most significant recognition is the enduring popularity and cultural impact of “All I Want for Christmas Is You” as a beloved holiday classic. It has become an essential part of the holiday season for many people and continues to be celebrated every year.
