Diva Ranking: 9/10
The legendary singer could not be bothered with walking on stage during a performance at the Borgata in Atlantic City, New Jersey. Instead, a ballgown-clad Carey opted for a swing – which may or may not have given us serious Katy Perry vibes.
The Essence Festival is happening June 30-July 3 in New Orleans; get your tickets here.
Diva Ranking: 6/10
Despite going for a more classic black dress with matching long gloves for a 2015 performance, Carey still brought the glam with statement jewelry.
Diva Ranking: 6/10
Lady in white! The “Fantasy” crooner was ever-ethereal as she hung in what appeared to be an aerial yoga hammock during a 2003 concert.
Diva Ranking: 8/10
A dislocated shoulder is no biggie – if you’re anything like the Grammy winner, that is. Carey sported a furry arm sling to complement her already bejeweled ensemble in 2013, which almost distracted us from her flawless performance.
Diva Ranking: 7/10
Shine bright like a diamond! Carey made her entrance on the London stage in March 2016 donning a cut-out metallic one-piece, à la Beyoncé.
Diva Ranking: 8/10
All hail the golden goddess! From 1 to Aretha Franklin on the diva spectrum, here, Carey was Queen Aretha Franklin – full ballgown and all.
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Diva Ranking: 6/10
The “We Belong Together” songstress had the best of both worlds at the 2013 BET Awards, wearing a minidress topped with a glittery mesh covering for a sexy-meets-sophisticated look.
Diva Ranking: 7/10
Carey was the personification of a shining star as she delivered an unforgettable performance during Good Morning America‘s Summer Concert Series in 2013.
Diva Ranking: 5/10
The “Touch My Body” singer wowed in a purple minidress at a 2003 performance in Las Vegas.
Diva Ranking: 7/10
In a look reminiscent of something Jennifer Lopez would have worn, Carey stunned in a low-cut gown back in 2003.
Diva Ranking: 9/10
The first rule of being a diva: make their jaws drop, which Carey did by showing a whole lotta leg with this mega thigh-high slit at the 2005 American Music Awards. Kim and Kylie, take note.
PURPLE REIGN
Diva Ranking: 9/10
The legendary singer could not be bothered with walking on stage during a performance at the Borgata in Atlantic City, New Jersey. Instead, a ballgown-clad Carey opted for a swing – which may or may not have given us serious Katy Perry vibes.
The Essence Festival is happening June 30-July 3 in New Orleans; get your tickets here.
QUEEN OF BLING
Diva Ranking: 6/10
Despite going for a more classic black dress with matching long gloves for a 2015 performance, Carey still brought the glam with statement jewelry.
ON TOP OF THE WORLD
Diva Ranking: 6/10
Lady in white! The “Fantasy” crooner was ever-ethereal as she hung in what appeared to be an aerial yoga hammock during a 2003 concert.
ARMED WITH GLAMOUR
Diva Ranking: 8/10
A dislocated shoulder is no biggie – if you’re anything like the Grammy winner, that is. Carey sported a furry arm sling to complement her already bejeweled ensemble in 2013, which almost distracted us from her flawless performance.
HEAVY METAL
Diva Ranking: 7/10
Shine bright like a diamond! Carey made her entrance on the London stage in March 2016 donning a cut-out metallic one-piece, à la Beyoncé.
GO FOR THE GOLD
Diva Ranking: 8/10
All hail the golden goddess! From 1 to Aretha Franklin on the diva spectrum, here, Carey was Queen Aretha Franklin – full ballgown and all.
TAKE (HIGH) NOTE
Diva Ranking: 6/10
The “We Belong Together” songstress had the best of both worlds at the 2013 BET Awards, wearing a minidress topped with a glittery mesh covering for a sexy-meets-sophisticated look.
BLUSHING BEAUTY
Diva Ranking: 7/10
Carey was the personification of a shining star as she delivered an unforgettable performance during Good Morning America‘s Summer Concert Series in 2013.
VIOLET FEMME
Diva Ranking: 5/10
The “Touch My Body” singer wowed in a purple minidress at a 2003 performance in Las Vegas.
FEATHER FUN
Diva Ranking: 7/10
In a look reminiscent of something Jennifer Lopez would have worn, Carey stunned in a low-cut gown back in 2003.
LEGGY LADY
Diva Ranking: 9/10
The first rule of being a diva: make their jaws drop, which Carey did by showing a whole lotta leg with this mega thigh-high slit at the 2005 American Music Awards. Kim and Kylie, take note.
