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.Paak on Working with Legend Mariah Carey
24 Apr
Summary
- .Paak collaborated with Mariah Carey on 'Play This Song'.
- Rumors of their dating surfaced in December 2024, confirmed by sources.
- The pair amicably ended their reported relationship in late 2025.
Brandon .Paak recently spoke about his time collaborating with music icon Mariah Carey on her song 'Play This Song'. He described the experience as incredible, highlighting Carey's legendary status and her deeply involved approach to songwriting and production.
During their collaboration last summer, .Paak and Carey fueled dating rumors when they were spotted holding hands in Aspen in December 2024. Sources confirmed to Us Weekly that the two had begun dating, though their busy schedules meant dates were infrequent. Carey playfully addressed the rumors, humorously describing .Paak as a member of a 'hand-holding club'.
The music video for 'Play This Song' was released, featuring the pair in intimate scenes. Despite the reported romance, multiple outlets confirmed that Carey and .Paak amicably ended their relationship in late 2025. .Paak, who was honored at the Time100 Gala on April 23, 2026, previously filed for divorce from his estranged wife Jaylyn Chang in January 2024.
