Mariah Carey's 56th Birthday: 5 Reasons She's The Ultimate Diva

Mariah Carey is the undeniable pop diva and she would never allow you to forget it. The superstar singing sensation has been soaring at the top of the Billboard charts since first gracing the scene with her self-titled debut album Mariah Carey in 1990. Since then, Carey has notoriously been her most authentic self, unapologetically telling publications exactly how she feels about whatever and whomever. When you know you are gifted and can out-sing the best of them, why wouldn’t you pop your s–t?

We can’t believe the glamorous lady who brought us “Fantasy” and the annual holiday classic rendition of “All I Want For Christmas” is turning 56 years fabulous today. To celebrate another wonderful year of a confident Carey, here are five reasons why Mariah Carey’s the head diva in charge.

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1. SHE CAN SING

No one can deny Mariah Carey of her unique vocal abilities. She has been hitting the highest octave and falsetto since she graced the scene in the ’90s. Watch the compilation above where she showcases her range performing in the booth and on a live stage.