Butterfly

Abstract

Verna reviews "Butterfly" by Mariah Carey.

MARIAH CAREY Butterfly

PRODUCERS: various Columbia

Pop diva Mariah Carey's latest opus shows her continuing to mature in her songcraft, her vocal delivery and her overall musical approach. An album that images Carey as adult-oriented vocalist, sex symbol, and occasional rhythm/hip-hop stylist, "Butterfly" features the talents of such red-hot producers as Sean "Puffy" Combs, Poke and Tone of Trackmasters, longtime collaborator Walter Afanasieff, David Morales, and Carey herself. Among the highlights are lead single "Honey," which is made to order for rhythm-oriented top 40 outlets and has wide crossover potential beyond that base; the title track ballad, a romantic ode to independence; and other ballads, including "Fourth Of July," "Babydoll," and "Whenever You Call." A milestone record for one of the most successful and visible artists of the '90s.