Mariah Carey Stuns In Sparkly Red Bodysuit For Glamorous Rooftop Performance

Mariah Carey dazzled fans with a stunning performance of her iconic holiday classic, "All I Want for Christmas Is You," as part of Netflix's Christmas Day coverage of the NFL!

Dressed in a striking red bodysuit with gold embellishments, the 55-year-old "Queen of Christmas" brought her signature glamour to a rooftop winter wonderland set against the Los Angeles skyline, making her pre-taped performance a highlight of the holiday season.

Mariah Carey's Festive Performance With NFL Flair

Carey's performance aired alongside NFL game footage featuring the Kansas City Chiefs and Pittsburgh Steelers. Between her soulful singing and the festive scenes of fans celebrating at home and in bars, the event beautifully combined the spirit of Christmas with the excitement of football.

"This Christmas, we all get our wish," Carey announced in a promotional video earlier in December. "The NFL is live on Netflix — and I'll be there, too."

Her pre-taped appearance comes as "All I Want for Christmas Is You" continues to break records, recently celebrating 17 weeks at the top of the Billboard Hot 100 charts.

A Song Born From Reluctance

When Carey first created her holiday masterpiece in 1994, she didn't envision it becoming the enduring classic it is today. Initially opposed to recording a Christmas album early in her career, Carey reluctantly followed the advice of her then-husband, Sony Music executive Tommy Mottola.

Working with co-writer Walter Afanasieff, the pair crafted "All I Want for Christmas Is You" in less than 15 minutes. Their quick work resulted in an upbeat melody and heartfelt lyrics that have since become synonymous with the holiday season.

A Financial And Cultural Phenomenon

Nearly three decades later, "All I Want for Christmas Is You" is not just a fan favorite—it's a financial powerhouse. The song earns Carey between $2 and $4 million in royalties annually, with lifetime earnings surpassing $80 million. This incredible success has cemented Carey's place as one of the highest-earning artists in the music industry, particularly during the holiday season.

The song's success extends beyond financial accolades. Recently, it became the first holiday track to reach two billion streams on Spotify.

"This is beyond incredible," Carey shared in a statement. "I'm honored to have 'All I Want For Christmas Is You' be the first holiday track on Spotify to reach 2 Billion Streams!"

A Christmas Tradition For Millions

Carey's fans continue to embrace "All I Want for Christmas Is You" as a holiday tradition. From being featured in holiday commercials to performances like her recent Netflix appearance, the song has become an indelible part of Christmas celebrations worldwide.

Ending The Year On A High Note

As her Christmas Time tour concludes and accolades for her holiday hit pour in, Carey is poised for a very merry holiday season. With her Netflix performance adding yet another memorable moment to her legacy, it's clear that the Queen of Christmas reigns supreme, ensuring her fans will keep singing along to her timeless anthem for years to come.