Mariah Carey - Anytime You Need A Friend May 2026

: The official black-and-white music video, directed by Danielle Federici, marked a significant style shift for Carey as she debuted a sleek, straightened hairstyle, moving away from her signature curls.

: Unlike the pop-heavy production of the rest of the Music Box album, this track is heavily gospel-infused. While it sounds like a large choir, the background vocals are primarily provided by three frequent collaborators: the Price sisters (Kelly and Shanrae) and Melonie Daniels. Music Videos & Visual Evolution Mariah Carey - Anytime You Need A Friend

: The song started a trend of turning R&B ballads into dancefloor anthems. The "C+C Club Mix," produced by David Cole and Robert Clivillés (C+C Music Factory), featured re-recorded gritty vocals and scats, becoming a massive hit in its own right and topping the Billboard Dance Club Songs chart. : The official black-and-white music video, directed by

: The video features Carey and a choir in a large foyer, juxtaposed with scenes of lonely individuals in New York City who find comfort through faith and companionship. Music Videos & Visual Evolution : The song

: In 2020, to celebrate 30 years of her career, Carey released a 13-track Anytime You Need a Friend EP containing various remixes from the original vault.