Mariah Careyan icon of pop music from the 90s and 2000s, shone brightly when closing the Sunset stage program at Rock in Rio 2024. At 55 years old and still with a powerful voice, the diva delivered a memorable performance on Sunday night (22). In a bright dress with the colors and symbols of Brazil, Mariah moved the audience by singing her biggest hits and showing, once again, why she is one of the most anticipated artists at the festival.
Mariah’s Affection with the Brazilian Public
Mariah started the show with a “Good evening, Rock in Rio”, in Portuguese, drawing screams and applause from the crowd. The connection with the Brazilian public became even more evident when she declared: “I’m very happy to be here. I love you.” The diva showed that, in addition to her impeccable vocals, her affection for Brazil is genuine, creating an atmosphere of pure emotion.
An Anxious Crowd
The audience was already heated and anxious long before the show started. With more than an hour to spare, thousands of fans began to gather in front of the Sunset stage, eager to see Mariah Carey live. Meanwhile, on the World stage, Akon faced sound and playback failures, which caused many to leave their show halfway to guarantee a good place in the diva’s show.
Most Anticipated Attraction at Rock in Rio 2024
It was no surprise that Mariah Carey’s show was one of the most anticipated shows in the world. Rock in Rio 2024. The singer is a reference for several generations, and her successes span decades. Fans of all ages were there, ready to sing along with her hits like “Hero,” “We Belong Together” and “Always Be My Baby.” For many, this show was the highlight of the festival.
Mariah Carey and Brazil: A Special Connection
This was not the first time that Mariah performed in Brazil, but her visit to São Paulo, last Friday (19), was remarkable. With sold-out tickets, she moved fans with an unprecedented encore, where she sang “I Want To Know What Love Is” as a special tribute to the Brazilian public. This same hit was chosen to close his show at Rock in Rio, leaving the audience ecstatic.
A Night to Make History
After the performance in São Paulo, Mariah declared that it was one of her favorite shows of all time. The Brazilian energy won over the diva, and on the Sunset stage, she reciprocated with an impeccable performance, full of emotion and interaction with her fans. This Sunday night will be remembered for a long time, both by fans and by Mariah herself.
Rock in Rio: 40 Years of Music and Emotion
THE Rock in Rio 2024 celebrated its 40th anniversary with a line-up full of great artists, and Mariah Carey was the highlight of this celebration. This Sunday, in addition to the American diva, the festival featured shows by Ne-Yo, Ney Matogrosso and a beautiful tribute to the 50-year career of Alcyone. The World stage, in turn, was closed by the Canadian Shawn Mendesbut Mariah’s shine on the Sunset stage overshadowed all the other attractions of the night.
Akon Stayed in Mariah’s Shadow
Unfortunately, Akon faced technical problems that hampered his performance on the World stage. Many fans chose to abandon the show to guarantee a place in Mariah Carey’s audience. Even though he was a big name, Akon was unable to compete with the expectations created around the American diva’s performance on the Sunset stage.
Mariah Carey’s Grand Finale
When Mariah closed her show with “I Want To Know What Love Is”, the crowd was ecstatic. The song, which already has a special place in the hearts of Brazilians, was the perfect choice to close her performance at one of the biggest festivals in the world. The diva left the stage to deafening applause, proving that her reign in pop music is far from over.
Mariah and Rock in Rio: A Meeting That Worked
With his unparalleled voice and deep emotional connection with fans, Mariah Carey showed on Rock in Rio 2024 who is much more than a hit singer. She is a true living legend, and her performance will go down in the festival’s history. The diva made it clear that Brazil has a special place in her heart, and Brazilians reciprocated with lots of love and admiration.
Summary for those in a hurry:
- Mariah Carey closed the night on the Sunset stage at Rock in Rio 2024moving the audience.
- The diva opened the show in Portuguese, showing affection for her Brazilian fans.
- Many left the show Akon on the World stage to guarantee a place on Mariah’s stage.
- She ended the show with “I Want To Know What Love Is”, which she had already sung in São Paulo.
- Mariah declared that the São Paulo show was one of her favorites of all time.
- THE Rock in Rio 2024 also celebrated 40 years with performances by Ne-Yo, Ney Matogrosso and a tribute to Alcyone.
Source: Atrevida
Earl Johnson is a music writer at Gossipify, known for his in-depth analysis and unique perspective on the industry. A graduate of USC with a degree in Music, he brings years of experience and passion to his writing. He covers the latest releases and trends, always on the lookout for the next big thing in music.
