4GAVIN CHRISTOPHER Not everyone can say they’ve had Mariah over at their apartment for songwriting sessions, but Gavin Christopher is one of those very few people who can. By the time he had met Mariah as a teenager, he was already a hot property in the music industry but still took time out to work with a then unknown singer. // Read the full interview.

4PRESTON MUI Anyone in attendance at any of the seventy shows of Mariah's Charmbracelet Tour couldn’t help but notice Preston Mui, a young, charismatic dancer exuding talent and confidence. Always upfront and always wearing a smile, Preston makes it quite obvious that performing is a personal passion and not just a routine job. // Read the full interview.

4CLARISSA DANE As soon as she graduated high school, Mariah had her bags packed and was prepared to begin a new life in New York City as a serious musician. But first she needed a place to stay; so she analyzed her options and soon found herself sharing a one-bedroom apartment owned by fellow singer Clarissa Dane. // Read the full interview.

4CHRIS NICKSON Writing about Mariah in any format is not necessarily an easy task. But music journalist Chris Nickson has extensively done so...twice. He chronicles Mariah's tumultuous childhood, rise to fame, and life after worldwide acclaim in two biographies that remain the most in-depth and informative on the market. // Read the full interview.

4LAURA PASQUALONI In a performance that would make headlines around the world – Mariah Carey took the stage to perform for a crowd of over 10,000 chiropractors. Except...this wasn’t the real Mariah Carey. On stage was a professional Mariah Carey look-a-like. For Laura Pasqualoni, it was simply another day on the job. // Read the full interview.

4BECCA SOLODON For over a year, Mariah fan Becca Solodon experienced complications with her foot. After numerous tests, a tumor was discovered. As a result, Becca had her leg amputated. After hearing about her dreams of becoming a professional singer, Mariah appointed Becca as the opening act for one of her concerts. // Read the full interview.