Mariah Carey is an American singer, songwriter, actress, and record producer. She is one of the most successful and influential recording artists of all time, having sold over 200 million records worldwide. Carey rose to fame in the 1990s with her five-octave vocal range, melismatic style, and signature use of the whistle register. She is noted for her numerous Billboard Hot 100 number one singles, including "Vision of Love", "Love Takes Time", "One Sweet Day", and "We Belong Together". Her success in the U.S. has earned her the title of the "Queen of Christmas", due to her extensive holiday-themed music. Carey has received numerous accolades over the course of her career, including five Grammy Awards, 19 World Music Awards, 11 American Music Awards, and 14 Billboard Music Awards.