Mariah first appeared on BET's Video Soul for one of her first TV interviews shortly after the release of her second single, “Love Takes Time.” She sat down with host Donnie Simpson to discuss her beginnings, her ethnical background, her musical influences and her work ethic.
Mariah sat down for her second Video Soul interview in late 1994 to discuss the recording of her Merry Christmas album. She was later joined by backup singers Kelly and Cheree Price to talk about Mariah's involvement with the Fresh Air Fund and presented host Donnie Simpson with a hilarious selection of holiday gifts.