How much money does Mariah Carey make from All I Want for Christmas Is You every year?
The Queen of Christmas released her yuletide classic in 1994 and has been making millions from it since.
When Mariah Carey released her 1994 song «All I Want for Christmas Is You,» she didn’t know she would be cementing her status as the Queen of Christmas for the next 30 years.
Upon its release, the hit earned Carey $60 million in royalties per Forbes, and has only appreciated in value since, adding millions to the singer’s wealth every year.
Its success has spawned countless covers by iconic artists from Ariana Grande to Michael Bublé and has permeated pop culture through movies like Love Actually.
On Dec. 13, «All I Want for Christmas Is You» became the first holiday song to reach 2 billion streams on Spotify.
“This is beyond incredible,» Carey said in a statement to PEOPLE. «I’m so grateful to all Spotify listeners around the world who’ve made the song part of their holiday tradition year after year.»
The accomplishment is fitting, as Carey told PEOPLE in December 2021: «Christmastime really is my favorite part of the year.»
So how much does the pop star make from «All I Want for Christmas Is You» every year? Here’s everything to know about the song that contributes to a large portion of her net worth.
