The original "Fantasy" music video premiered on September 7, 1995, at the MTV Video Music Awards. As part of her anniversary campaign, the video was first remastered in HD on August 21, 2020, and subsequently upgraded to 4K resolution on August 21, 2021. Director: Mariah Carey (Directorial debut). Filming Location: Playland Amusement Park in Rye, New York. Remaster Date: August 21, 2021 (4K).
A separate version featuring Ol' Dirty Bastard (O.D.B.) includes additional scenes of the rapper as a clown and sequences on the park's boardwalk. Cultural Impact and Legacy Mariah Carey - Fantasy (Official 4K Video)
To capture Carey singing on the roller coaster, a speaker was placed at her feet and a camera rig was built onto the front of the car. The original "Fantasy" music video premiered on September
Carey personally chose the filming location and conceptualized the carefree, summer-themed vibe. Filming Location: Playland Amusement Park in Rye, New York
Carey rollerblading through the park, riding the "Dragon Coaster," and dancing on top of cars during a nighttime party. Production and Creative Control
Frustrated with her previous music videos, Carey decided to take full creative control for "Fantasy".