The Queen of Christmas clings to festive magic, celebrating family, nostalgia, and the lasting legacy of her iconic holiday anthem.
For Mariah Carey, Christmas isn’t confined to a date on the calendar—it’s a feeling she refuses to let go. As the rest of the world begins packing away ornaments and moving on from the festive season, the global superstar is holding tight to her favorite time of year, reminding fans that for her, Christmas lives on.
Carey recently shared a playful yet emotional video set to her song “In Your Feelings.” In the clip, two of her friends are seen starting to remove ornaments from her Christmas tree before Carey dramatically bursts into the room, clearly distressed. Objecting to the decorations being taken down, she repeatedly shouts “No!”—a reaction that perfectly captures the post-holiday blues many fans can relate to. She captioned the moment simply: “When they say ‘Christmas is over.’”
A Season Worth Celebrating
The holidays have given Carey more than just sentimental moments. This year marked a series of personal and professional victories, including quality time with her 14-year-old twins, Moroccan and Monroe, and a major legal win surrounding her legendary holiday hit, “All I Want for Christmas Is You.”
Earlier this year, a lawsuit alleging that the song copied a track of the same name was dismissed. In March, U.S. District Judge Monica Almadani ruled that songwriters Andy Stone—known by his stage name Vince Vance—and Troy Powers failed to provide sufficient evidence that Carey’s 1994 classic infringed on their 1989 country song. The plaintiffs had sought $20 million in damages, along with licensing and songwriting credit.
The ruling was a significant victory for Carey, especially considering the song’s extraordinary cultural impact. Since its release, “All I Want for Christmas Is You” has returned to the charts every holiday season, becoming an essential part of Christmas worldwide.
A Timeless Holiday Legacy
The legal triumph coincided with the 30th anniversary of Carey’s beloved holiday album Merry Christmas, which she celebrated in 2024. The album—featuring classics such as “All I Want for Christmas Is You,”“Christmas (Baby Please Come Home),”“Silent Night,” and “Joy to the World”—has sold more than 18 million copies globally, securing its place as one of the most successful holiday albums of all time.
Carey continues to bring that festive magic to the stage through her Christmastime in Las Vegas residency, where she recently performed during opening night at Dolby Live at Park MGM on November 28, 2025, dazzling audiences with her signature seasonal sparkle.
From Hesitation to Holiday Icon
Despite her reign as the undisputed Queen of Christmas, Carey once had doubts about releasing a holiday album. She previously revealed that she wasn’t convinced it was the right move at the time, even though she personally loved the season. In hindsight, she has openly acknowledged how wrong those doubts turned out to be.
Reflecting on the lasting success of “All I Want for Christmas Is You,” Carey has described the song as something uniquely special in her catalog. It gives her a sense of happiness unlike any other track she’s written, holding a distinct emotional place in her heart—one that goes beyond charts and accolades.
As the decorations come down and the calendar turns, Mariah Carey’s message remains clear: Christmas doesn’t have to end. For her, the season is eternal—wrapped in music, memories, and a joy she’s more than happy to keep alive all year long.
