Mariah Carey is officially ushering in the Glitter anniversary era. The pop icon has announced that the 25th anniversary edition of Glitter will arrive on October 30, while also releasing a new version of “Didn’t Mean To Turn You On” featuring Canadian singer-songwriter Rochelle Jordan.
The announcement arrived alongside a sparkling teaser graphic celebrating the long-awaited reissue. Sharing the news on social media, Carey wrote: “The Glitter Anniversary Era begins!!! Here’s something fun I worked on with @rochelle_jordan to whet your appetites while we wait for the album’s release on 10/30. Yes, it will be back on streaming! Pre-order the new LPs now! #JusticeForGlitter.” The updated version of “Didn’t Mean To Turn You On” is available now, offering fans the first taste of the anniversary campaign.
The confirmation also answers a question fans have been asking for months. Earlier this year, Glitter quietly disappeared from several streaming services without explanation, sparking speculation about its future availability. Mariah Carey has now confirmed that the album will return to streaming platforms as part of the anniversary rollout.
Released on August 18, 2001, Glitter served as both the soundtrack to Carey’s film of the same name and her eighth studio album. Inspired by the movie’s 1983 setting, the project blended dance-pop, funk, hip-hop and R&B while featuring collaborations with Jimmy Jam, Terry Lewis, DJ Clue, Ja Rule, Da Brat, Ludacris, Busta Rhymes, Fabolous and Eric Benét. Lead single “Loverboy” reached No. 2 on the Billboard Hot 100, though the album itself became one of the most difficult chapters of Mariah Carey’s career after receiving harsh reviews and underperforming commercially following its release.
Public perception has shifted dramatically over the past two decades. Once dismissed by critics, Glitter has gradually developed a devoted cult following, with retrospective reviews praising its production, its embrace of early-‘80s dance music and Carey’s vocal performances. The fan-driven #JusticeForGlitter movement has also helped reintroduce the album to new listeners.
Mariah Carey herself has acknowledged that evolution. Speaking with Variety earlier this year, she admitted she initially “hated” the album because of the painful memories attached to its release before eventually embracing it. “It became something that I really loved,” she said, reflecting on how fans helped reshape the album’s legacy.
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