Mariah the Scientist, the Atlanta-based R&B singer-songwriter, has released her fourth studio album, Hearts Sold Separately, on August 22, 2025. This 10-track project delves into themes of love and emotional vulnerability, showcasing Mariah's distinctive blend of alternative R&B with 80s synth influences. The album features a collaboration with Kali Uchis on the track "Is It a Crime," which explores the complexities of rekindling love. (hypebeast.com)
The lead single, "Burning Blue," released on May 2, 2025, has garnered significant attention, peaking at number 25 on the Billboard Hot 100 and becoming Mariah's highest-charting song to date. The track employs elemental imagery to depict the tension between emotional detachment and intense longing. (en.wikipedia.org)
Mariah's journey from a biology student at St. John's University to a rising star in the R&B scene is marked by her commitment to authenticity and emotional depth in her music. Her previous album, To Be Eaten Alive (2023), also received critical acclaim, solidifying her position in the industry. (en.wikipedia.org)
Hearts Sold Separately is now available on all major streaming platforms, offering listeners an introspective exploration of love and relationships through Mariah the Scientist's unique artistic lens.