Mariah Carey's strong media blitz sure did pay off in a major way last week. Appearing on 'NBC's 'Saturday Night Live,' 'MTV's 'The Hills', 'American Idol,' and 'The Oprah Winfrey Show' helped land Carey's latest album 'E=MC²' on top of the 'Billboard 200' albums chart selling 463,000 units.
The songstress also made history with her 11th studio album.
According to SoundScan, Mariah's latest effort has outsold all of her previous efforts including her 2005 critically-acclaimed album, 'The Emancipation of Mimi.'
The album, which debuted at #1 with 403,800 copies sold, has been certified six times platinum, according to the RIAA. Scoring her a 2006 Grammy award for 'Best Contemporary R&B Album.'
Island Def Jam Chairman Antonio 'L.A.' Reid seems to be "amazed" over Carey's most recent accomplishment.
"Mariah's an inspiration, the true definition of a star," he said. "She continues to amaze us with every incredible new album she creates."
The label head also believes her consistency combined with talent has made the singer an incredible force within the music industry.
"Now Mariah has added another plateau of success to what has become her virtually unapproachable track record on charts around the world. She proves beyond a doubt that with talent, ambition, and sheer force of will, all things are possible."
Earlier this month Mariah also made history with her first single from 'E=MC²,' 'Touch My Body' becoming her 18th #1 hit on the 'Billboard Hot 100' charts, surpassing Elvis Presley for second place leaving the Beatles at number one, with 20.
In addition to releasing her new single 'Bye Bye,' the mega-platinum, award-winning superstar will continue to promote 'E=MC²' this Friday, April 25th when she returns to 'Good Morning America' for a live outdoor concert with New York's Times Square as her backdrop.
Three years to the month since she first shut down traffic outside the show's studios on 44th Street to celebrate the release week of 'The Emancipation Of Mimi.'
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By: REGGIE on 4/23/2008 8:33PM
ME ME ME ME......NEW YORKS FINEST BUTTERFLY , HER GIFTED VOICES IS A BLESSING AND SO SATIFYING ITS HARD TO PUT INTO WORDS,,HER VOICES MAKES YOU WANT TO SHOUT TO THE HEAVENS,,,I AM CERTAIN THERE WILL BE SOMETHING NICE ON E=MC@....SHE MAKES ME PROUD TO BE A NEW YORKER....LUV HER ALWAYS....BAD BOY 4 LIFE.........EGARDENS,,,,,,,
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By: "DimePiece" on 4/23/2008 8:37PM
I failed the poll test above, but I think
"The Emancipation of Mimi" was a better CD 3 years ago. I felt, that the songs off of that CD was "MATURE" and "GOOD"!
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By: REGGIE on 4/23/2008 8:45PM
CANT LET GO WAS SO HUGE ,,, THEN SUCH STONG MATERIAL EVEN BEFORE GLITTER ,,, SOUNDRACT IS OUTSTANDING IN THE MIX WITH BUSTA,,,NOT A PROBLEM TO GOT SLEEP AND WAKE UP WITH WILMA ON THE STEREO,,,,SHE IS BLESSED LIKE THAT....
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By: Kenia Sharpe on 4/24/2008 1:50PM
i love her new album! It has alot of soft ballards and some crunk songs on it.
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By: REGGIE on 4/23/2008 11:08PM
OK OK THIS IS TOO GOOD 2 BE TRUE ;;;;;MARIAH AND LEONA .......WOWW....ENDLESS POSSIBILITIES.....
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By: MrMellow on 4/24/2008 1:14AM
Congratulations to Mariah on another chart toping album!
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By: Battle S. on 4/25/2008 11:07PM
Mariah I always love your songs but keep it going for your caeer!
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By: alwayshungry on 4/24/2008 3:51PM
she has always been a hard worker so good for her
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By: Spank on 4/24/2008 7:47PM
I love me some Mariah, but honestly speaking, this CD reverts back to the pre - Emanicipation review of her work..... ITS ALRIGHT. Thank Goodness it was $11.99 plus a mail in rebate. I say that because with Mimi, I could listen to the whole CD and not be mad. I bought the ULTRA PLATINUM version because it was that good! E=MC2, I have to look forward to the PLATINUM version, or the ULTRA PLATINUM version to be a satisfied fan!
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By: Cecil Jones on 4/24/2008 4:20PM
Way to go Mariah! For a woman who was paid to leave, you have comeback in a real and meaningful way. Those who love you when you are down will love you unconditionally. Make us proud by giving back that love in a meaningful way. Don't let others go through the pain that you went through alone. What we say matters, but what we do makes all the difference in the world to someone hurting. Love is the answer. It's the most powerful gift in this world. Hold onto it by giving your heart and soul.
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