Mariah Carey has taken to social media to mark 30 years since she hit the ‘MTV Unplugged’ stage for a historic performance.
Having released two studio albums – ‘Mariah Carey’ (1990) and Emotions (1991) – the diva hit the stage with a showcase of her stellar vocals, proving naysayers wrong in the process.
The concert was released as an album and its single, a cover of The Jackson 5’s I’ll Be There with Trey Lorenz, topped the US charts.
Looking back on the show, Mariah penned: “Happy anniversary to my ‘MTV Unplugged’ show! Happy anniversary to that girl on stage who was so nervous and scared to even sing in front of a crowd. Also she had no idea this last minute ‘unplugged’ show would become a ‘thing!
“During that performance, I remember having a breakthrough moment…the realization that all I needed to do was SING and actually CONNECT with the people in the audience and be in the moment with THEM!!! And then we were in it together.”
She continued: “When I watch this now, it’s revelatory how many insanely talented musicians and singers I had the privilege of sharing that small stage with and I truly feel blessed.
“I am thankful to that majestic group of people who made that stage come to life and to the audience in the room for sharing what became a life changing experience for me and as always…
“Thank you my fans for sharing this journey with me. You save my life each day. #MC30.”
