The Beautiful Ones
Mariah Carey · Butterfly
Baby, baby, baby
What's it gonna be?
Baby, baby, baby
Is it him or is it me?
Don't make me waste my time
Don't make me lose my mind baby
Baby, baby, baby
Can't you stay with me tonight?
Oh baby, baby, baby
Don't my kisses please you right?
You were so hard to find
The beautiful ones, they hurt you
Every time
Paint a perfect picture
Bring to life a vision in one's mind
The beautiful ones
(The beautiful ones)
Always smash the picture
Always every time
If I told you baby
That I was in love with you
Oh baby, baby, baby
If we got married
Would that be cool?
You make me so confused
The beautiful ones
You always seem to lose
What's it gonna be?
Baby, baby, baby
Is it him or is it me?
Don't make me waste my time
Don't make me lose my mind baby
Baby, baby, baby
Can't you stay with me tonight?
Oh baby, baby, baby
Don't my kisses please you right?
You were so hard to find
The beautiful ones, they hurt you
Every time
Paint a perfect picture
Bring to life a vision in one's mind
The beautiful ones
(The beautiful ones)
Always smash the picture
Always every time
If I told you baby
That I was in love with you
Oh baby, baby, baby
If we got married
Would that be cool?
You make me so confused
The beautiful ones
You always seem to lose
The Beautiful Ones - Mariah Carey
Mariah Carey's 'The Beautiful Ones' serves as a reflective centerpiece on her 1997 album 'Butterfly,' capturing the emotional turbulence of a relationship in its final stages. Recorded during the height of her career, the track blends her signature melismatic vocal style with a soulful R&B production that defines the late 90s sound. The song explores themes of heartbreak and the lingering beauty found even in painful endings, showcasing her ability to convey deep vulnerability within a polished pop framework. As part of her extensive discography, this recording stands as a testament to her technical prowess and emotional depth, resonating with listeners who have experienced the complex dynamics of love and loss.