Mariah, an alternative rhythm and blues singer/songwriter, made a strong entrance into the music scene with her 2019 debut album Master, which featured standout tracks like “Beetlejuice” and “Reminders.” Her sound quickly gained attention, and it didn’t take long for Mariah’s work to be picked up by the well-known record label RCA Records. One of her most popular releases, “Always n Forever (feat. Lil Baby),” racked up over 12 million streams on Spotify—solidifying Mariah as a rising talent in the industry.

Before all the fame, though, Mariah was just a driven student. She earned a scholarship to attend St. John’s University, where she originally pursued a degree in biology. It was during her time there that she began writing music more seriously, eventually shifting her focus from science to songwriting. Born Mariah Buckles in Atlanta, Georgia, she’s always carried her roots with her. On a personal note, in 2021, Mariah started dating rapper Young Thug—a relationship that drew media attention—but the two later went their separate ways. Through every chapter, Mariah has continued evolving, both as an artist and as an individual.