Memoirs of an Imperfect Angel is not Mariah Carey’s biggest album. But for those who listen closely, it is her most honest. And in the long run, honesty is more rare than a high note.
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This honesty made the album a harder sell. In 2009, pop music was moving toward maximalist dance music (Lady Gaga, The Black Eyed Peas). Memoirs was introverted. It wasn't for the club; it was for the car ride home after the club.