: World-renowned French fashion photographer Patrick Demarchelier makes a cameo as himself during the photoshoot scenes.
Carey infused the video with nods to her favorite films and fashion: Mariah Carey - Obsessed (Official Music Video)
The video follows Mariah as she is pursued by an intrusive fan. The music video, directed by Brett Ratner ,
: Also played by Carey in drag, this character wears a bellhop uniform and later a gray hoodie and sweatpants—attire frequently associated with Eminem. The music video
The music video, directed by Brett Ratner , is one of Mariah Carey's most iconic visual works, famously doubling as a high-profile "diss track" response to rapper Eminem. Filmed at the Plaza Hotel and on the streets of New York City , the video features Carey playing two roles: herself as a glamorous superstar and a male stalker widely interpreted as a caricature of Eminem. Plot and Key Characters
: Director Brett Ratner cited this Martin Scorsese film as a primary inspiration for the stalker narrative.