ICM Acquires Rights to Mariah Carey’s Iconic Holiday Anthem "All I Want for Christmas Is You"

(March 2025 – Calgary, Alberta) The ICM Crescendo Music Royalty Fund is pleased to announce its acquisition of certain publishing rights to Mariah Carey’s timeless holiday classic, “All I Want for Christmas Is You.“ This investment underscores ICM’s commitment to expanding its music royalties portfolio with iconic assets that generate stable, long-term cash flows.

Released in 1994, “All I Want for Christmas Is You” has become a global cultural phenomenon, topping holiday charts year after year and amassing billions of streams. The song has been certified 16x Platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) and holds the distinction of being the highest-charting holiday song in Billboard history. Its impact extends far beyond streams, with frequent appearances in films, commercials, and holiday programming, cementing its place as a seasonal soundtrack for millions. The song’s enduring popularity ensures it remains a staple of holiday playlists and a lucrative asset in the music industry.

This acquisition enhances ICM’s holiday catalog, complementing the Christmas songs from Lauren Daigle’s Behold album, acquired in 2021.