Celine Dion: Stayed consistently in the “Adult Contemporary” lane, mastering the art of the movie soundtrack and the stadium ballad.
Mariah Carey: Successfully bridged the gap between pure pop and hip-hop, working with rappers and producers to stay relevant in the urban market.
Comparison: Celine is the ultimate “standard” pop singer. Mariah is the “architect” of modern pop-R&B. Celine’s longevity is based on her consistency; Mariah’s is based on her influence on modern music trends.