The Ballads (2009)

"The Ballads gathers 18 well known tracks from her years with the Columbia Label into one package. While the album purports to be comprised of only slower material, the songs are different enough to make the sound varied and interesting. In addition the inclusion of five duets enhances the listening experience and further diversifies the music. ... In the final analysis The Ballads stands on its own as a celebration of two decades of some of Mariah Carey’s best work." (BlogCritics)