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Mariah Carey Teases “MC16” Album Announcement and Celebrates “Fantasy” Streaming Milestone

The elusive chanteuse is back—almost. Mariah Carey has sparked excitement across her fanbase with a cryptic teaser for her long-awaited 16th studio album, tentatively titled MC16. On July 20, Carey shared a nostalgic video montage on social media, taking fans on a visual journey through her iconic discography—from her 1990 self-titled debut (MC1) to 2018’s Caution (MC15).

The short 37-second clip ended with the dramatic reveal of “MC16,” followed by the text: “MC16 – Announcement Tomorrow,” prompting fans to speculate on what’s next. Carey also posted the video on her Instagram Stories, where an on-screen countdown clock—stuck at “19:06:42″—added more mystery to the already tantalizing preview.

As part of the build-up, Mariah also debuted a snippet of a potential new single titled “Sugar Sweet.” The playful track includes the line, “Imma keep it sugar, Imma keep it sweet,” hinting at a lighter, breezier sound in contrast to the introspective tone of her recent albums.

While the new album buzz grows, Carey is also celebrating a major streaming milestone. Her 1995 classic “Fantasy” has surpassed 500 million streams on Spotify, a testament to the enduring legacy of the chart-topping hit that reigned over the Billboard Hot 100 for eight weeks.

With fans eagerly counting down to her next era, one thing is clear—Mariah Carey remains the queen of anticipation.