Anderson .Paak Confirms Collaboration with Mariah Carey on Her Upcoming Album
The announcement, made during a May 2 social media appearance, follows months of public sightings and speculation about their partnership.
Overview
- Anderson .Paak revealed on May 2 during an appearance on the social media series Track Star that he is working with Mariah Carey on new music for her upcoming album.
- Carey independently confirmed she is writing and recording for a new album in an April interview, though no release date or further details have been disclosed.
- The collaboration announcement comes after the pair were seen holding hands in March 2025 following the iHeartRadio Music Awards, where Carey received the Icon Award.
- Earlier sightings of Carey and .Paak together date back to December 2024, after Carey’s Christmas tour, fueling initial rumors about their relationship.
- This project marks Carey’s return to the studio for her first album since 2018’s 'Caution,' while .Paak continues to build on his success as a solo artist and producer.