We’re thrilled to spotlight the new single, "HOLD ON ME" from Billboard Magazine chart-topping rising rising singer-songwriter MARIAH. (with a period) and Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter-producer and media personality, RAHEEM DEVAIGHN.

MARIAH. (with a period) returns to the music scene stronger than ever after taking a small hiatus from the industry. Right in time for cuffing season, she delivers the sultry ballad, "Hold On Me" alongside The Love King of R&B, Raheem DeVaughn. This is collaboration made in heaven that music lovers abroad will not soon forget. The single arrives globally on Friday, October 25th, via Mariah.'s new label partnership with Origins | Hitmakers Music Group and her own label, Breaking Dawne Entertainment.

"Hold On Me" was written by Mariah. and Raheem DeVaughn and produced by Eddie Spencer and Brekiscus-Hollywood Jackson for Quest Productions. "This beautiful song serves as an anthem about love and perspective. Love can have powerful effects on the mind, heart, and body; creating an inescapable embrace. The person becomes like an energy pack: charging and elevating his/her intended," mentions Mariah.. "I am truly honored and thankful to have been able to collaborate with the love king himself, Raheem DeVaughn. This is a dream come true and words are not enough," she adds.

(AUDIO LINK) "HOLD ON ME" by MARIAH. and RAHEEM DEVAUGHN

MP3 Format "HOLD ON ME" by MARIAH. and RAHEEM DEVAUGHN

MARIAH. is an active partner with St. Jude Children's Research Hospital in support of their "Love Music Stop Cancer" Campaign to help raise awareness and funds to save lives via the initiative #MusicGives. #LoveMusicStopCancer. Mariah. stands strong in her faith in God, and as a NICU Nurse and proud member of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Incorporated she believes in never giving up. "Never settle for less than because He created you for more..." Mariah.

MARIAH. has appeared on CBS "Great Day Washington", CBS "Great Day Louisiana", FOX Mornings in Chattanooga, CW's Rise Up Charlotte, JTV Morning News (Jackson, MS), NBC's Today In Nashville, and countless other morning shows.