"Fantasy" is a song by American singer-songwriter Mariah Carey for her fifth studio album, Daydream. It was released as the lead single from the album on September 12, 1995 by Columbia Records. The song was written by Carey and Dave Hall, who both produced the song as well with Sean Combs. The song samples the hook from Tom Tom Club's Genius of Love, and incorporates various other beats and grooves.
The song was positively reviewed by contemporary music critics, many of whom complimented its clever use of the "Genius of Love" hook. The song experienced strong success around the world, especially in the US. The song became the second song in Billboard history and the first by a female, to debut atop the Hot 100. Additionally, the song spent eight weeks atop the chart. "Fantasy" achieved strong success outside the US, topping the charts in Australia, Canada and New Zealand. The song became a top-five hit in Belgium, Finland, France and the United Kingdom. Carey performed the song at the 23rd annual American Music Awards, Top of the Pops and throughout many of her tours. (in Wikipedia)
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