My All

Mariah Carey

About My All

"My All" is a song by American singer and songwriter Mariah Carey from her sixth studio album, Butterfly (1997). It was released as the album's fifth single overall and second commercial single on April 21, 1998 by Columbia Records. The song was written and produced by Carey and Walter Afanasieff. "My All" is built around Latin guitar chord melodies, and makes subtle use of Latin percussion throughout the first chorus, before taking on a more conventional contemporary R&B-style beat. Carey was inspired to write the song and use Latin inspired melodies after her trip to Puerto Rico, where she was influenced by the culture. The song's lyrics tell of a lonely woman declaring she would give "her all" to have just one more night with her estranged lover. The music video for the song was released in March 1998. It shows many scenes of Carey laying on a submerged vessel in a large body of water, while lamenting her lost lover. Towards the video's climax, Carey and her love interest climb atop a lighthouse and caress each other under the night's sky. "My All" was performed live on various occasions, including the 1998 World Music Awards and Blockbuster Entertainment Awards, Saturday Night Live, The Rosie O'Donnell Show and various European television and music chart programs. The song was also part of Carey's 1998 Butterfly World Tour, and was performed during many future tours and concerts. House music producer David Morales remixed the song, which was performed live as a medley with the original. 


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1997
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I am thinking of you
In my sleepless solitude tonight
If it's wrong to love you
Then my heart just won't let me be right
'Cause I've drowned in you
And I won't pull through
Without you by my side

I'd give my all to have
Just one more night with you
I'd risk my life to feel
Your body next to mine
'Cause I can't go on
Living in the memory of our song
I'd give my all for your love tonight

Baby can you feel me
Imagining I'm looking in your eyes
I can see you clearly
Vividly emblazoned in my mind
And yet you're so far
Like a distant star
I'm wishing on tonight

I'd give my all to have
Just one more night with you
I'd risk my life to feel
Your body next to mine
'Cause I can't go on
Living in the memory of our song
I'd give my all for your love tonight

I'd give my all to have
Just one more night with you
I'd risk my life to feel
Your body next to mine
'Cause I can't go on
Living in the memory of our song
I'd give my all for your love tonight
(I'd) give my all for your love
Tonight

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Mariah Carey

Mariah Carey (born March 27, 1969) is an American singer, songwriter, record producer, and actress. She made her recording debut in 1990 under the guidance of Columbia Records executive Tommy Mottola, and released her self-titled debut studio album, Mariah Carey. The album went multi-platinum and spawned four consecutive number one singles, on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 chart. Following her marriage to Mottola in 1993, a series of hit records, including Emotions (1991), Music Box (1993) and Merry Christmas (1994), established her position as Columbia's highest-selling act. Daydream (1995), made music history when the second single, "One Sweet Day" a duet with Boyz II Men, spent a record sixteen weeks on top of the Billboard Hot 100, and remains… more »

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Written by: WALTER AFANASIEFF, MARIAH CAREY

Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Songtrust Ave

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11 facts about this song

Release & Recognition
"My All" is a song by American singer-songwriter Mariah Carey from her sixth studio album, "Butterfly". It was released as the album's fifth single in 1998.
Song Composition
The song was written by Mariah Carey and Walter Afanasieff. “My All” is a Latin inspired ballad that blends soft rhythmic beats with a haunting melody.
Chart Performance
"My All" reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100, becoming Carey's thirteenth chart-topper in the United States. It also topped the charts in Spain, Canada, and became a top-five hit in several other countries.
Music Video
The music video for "My All" was directed by Herb Ritts and filmed in Puerto Rico. It features Carey lying on a sunken ship, walking around a deserted island, and lighting a signal fire.
Awards & Achievements
The song was nominated for two Grammy Awards - Best Female Pop Vocal Performance and Best R&B Song, at the 41st annual ceremony in 1999.
Remixed Version
A remixed version of “My All” featuring American rapper Lord Tariq and Peter Gunz was also released, adding a hip-hop vibe to the original track.
Iconic Performance
Carey provided a standout performance of "My All" live at the Divas Live '98 concert at the Beacon Theatre, New York, which was televised on VH1.
Public Response
"My All" has been praised by music critics for showcasing Carey’s vocal range and ability to infuse emotion into her performances.
Sales & Certifications
"My All" is certified Platinum in the United States by the RIAA, with over one million copies sold. It was also certified Gold in Australia and Sweden.
Restoration Project
In 2020, Mariah Carey’s #MC30 campaign included the release of an HD version of the "My All" music video on her official YouTube channel.
In Popular Culture
"My All" has been covered by many artists worldwide and is one of Mariah Carey's most popular songs, having been featured on various TV shows and movies over the years.

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