Mariah Carey Did Not Copy ‘All I Want For Christmas Is You’ From Earlier Hit, Judge Rules

Mariah Carey’s iconic holiday hit “All I Want For Christmas Is You” has been a staple of the festive season since its release in 1994. However, the singer has faced accusations of copying the song from an earlier hit by the band New Kids on the Block.

In a recent court ruling, a judge has dismissed claims that Carey copied the song from a track titled “Christmas (Baby Please Come Home)” by the New Kids on the Block. The judge ruled that there was no evidence to support the claim that Carey had plagiarized the song, and that the two tracks were not substantially similar.

The lawsuit was filed by a songwriter named Rhonda Dimanche, who alleged that Carey had copied the melody and lyrics of “Christmas (Baby Please Come Home)” for her own hit song. Dimanche claimed that Carey had access to the New Kids on the Block song as she had worked with the band’s producer in the past.

However, the judge found that there were significant differences between the two songs, and that Carey’s song was original and distinct. The judge noted that while both songs were Christmas-themed, they were different in terms of melody, lyrics, and overall composition.

Carey has always maintained that “All I Want For Christmas Is You” was a labor of love that she wrote herself, and she has vehemently denied any claims of plagiarism. The song has become a holiday classic and a favorite of fans around the world, cementing Carey’s status as the Queen of Christmas.

This ruling is a victory for Carey and her fans, who have long defended the originality and creativity of “All I Want For Christmas Is You.” The judge’s decision reaffirms that Carey’s song is a unique and timeless classic that stands on its own merits.

As the holiday season approaches, “All I Want For Christmas Is You” will undoubtedly continue to be a beloved and cherished song that brings joy and cheer to listeners everywhere. Mariah Carey’s legacy as a talented and innovative artist remains untarnished, and her iconic Christmas hit will continue to be a highlight of the festive season for years to come.