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

Mariah Carey is no stranger to controversy, but the latest legal battle surrounding her hit song “All I Want For Christmas Is You” has been put to rest. A judge recently ruled that Carey did not copy the song from an earlier hit, putting an end to the accusations of plagiarism that have been circulating for years.

The lawsuit was brought against Carey by songwriter and producer Walter Afanasieff, who claimed that the melody and lyrics of “All I Want For Christmas Is You” were ripped off from his earlier song “Christmas Time Is Here.” Afanasieff argued that Carey and her co-writer, Walter Afanasieff, had access to his song and that there were striking similarities between the two tracks.

However, the judge ultimately ruled in Carey’s favor, stating that there was not enough evidence to prove that Carey had copied Afanasieff’s song. The judge pointed out that while there were some similarities between the two tracks, they were not substantial enough to constitute copyright infringement.

This ruling comes as a relief to Carey and her fans, who have long maintained that “All I Want For Christmas Is You” is a completely original composition. The song, which was released in 1994, has become a holiday classic and is widely regarded as one of Carey’s signature hits.

Despite the legal victory, Carey’s reputation has been tarnished by the accusations of plagiarism. Some critics have argued that the song bears a strong resemblance to other Christmas classics, such as “Santa Claus Is Coming To Town” and “Winter Wonderland.” However, Carey has always maintained that “All I Want For Christmas Is You” is a unique and original composition.

With the lawsuit now behind her, Carey can continue to enjoy the success of “All I Want For Christmas Is You” and focus on her upcoming projects. The song remains a beloved holiday favorite, and Carey’s powerhouse vocals continue to captivate audiences around the world.

In the end, the judge’s ruling serves as a vindication for Carey, proving once and for all that her iconic holiday hit is truly one of a kind. Carey can now put the plagiarism accusations to rest and continue to spread holiday cheer with her timeless music.