Mariah Carey's appearance at the Tiffany & Co. Blue Book celebration was expected to be a night of high fashion and nostalgia, but an unannounced performance by the singer has instead triggered a wave of concern across social media. Footage of her set has circulated widely, with many viewers focusing less on the glamour of the event and more on the state of Carey's once‑towering vocals.
Spectators captured video of the star performing her 1993 classic, 'Hero', live. However, hervocal delivery was notably different from her prime, prompting some fans to question what had happened to her voice.
The performance took place during a high-profile evening for Tiffany & Co. According to Vanity Fair, Carey made a surprise appearance at the event, adding an extra layer of excitement to the star-studded occasion. On the outlet's TikTok account, Carey can be seen singing 'Always Be My Baby'.
However, the iconic singer's live performance of her hit song 'Hero' went viral. Many noticed that her rendition differed from the original and that she did not sound the same.
'What happened to her voice?' oneaskedon TikTok. Another added, 'Amazing! Didn't hit a single note.'
Since Carey sounded so different, some speculated that the woman in the video was not her but an impersonator. 'That's not Mariah Carey,' one opined.
Some joked that they could finally sing the song because it was out of tune. Another jokingly suggested that Carey 'can duet with JLo' given how she sounded in the footage.
However, many also rushed to defend the Grammy winner. According to them, her voice changed with age, and they did not care because she did not need to prove herself anymore.
'I know she doesn't sound the same as her prime but please show at least a little respect to her. She is truly a living legend,' one fan commented.
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Source: International Business Times UK
