Mariah Carey is living life on her own terms, and that apparently includes opting out of the traditional constraints of time. The 56-year-old superstar recently revealed that she refuses to acknowledge birthdays or even pay attention to clocks, sticking to her long-held philosophy that she's "eternally 12."

During a recent interview on Capital FM, Carey was asked point-blank if it was true that she doesn't acknowledge the passing of time. Without hesitation, she confirmed, "That is true. I just don't believe in it." When pressed for clarification, she simply stated, "No, just time," emphasizing that she wasn't just talking about time zones.

The hosts, understandably perplexed, followed up by asking about clocks and birthdays. Carey's response? "Yeah. No, just let it go. I don't have a birthday, no. Anniversaries, yes.” She nonchalantly brushed aside the concept of keeping track of time, stating she just lets it go. For those wondering how the "Songbird Supreme" manages her schedule without a clock, she revealed that she has people to "figure it out" for her. When asked how someone would know when to meet her, Carey suggested, "Yeah, I would have someone call you and figure it out."

This isn't a new concept for Carey, who has alluded to her timelessness for years. In a 2014 interview, she famously declared, "I'm eternally 12 years old." She has also stated that she doesn't "count years" but instead "rebukes them," preferring to celebrate "anniversaries" as a way to celebrate life. In another interview, she joked that she doesn't have a birthday because she "was just dropped here," describing her arrival as a "fairyland experience."

Carey's unique perspective extends beyond just personal celebrations. Even in her professional life, she seems to operate outside the traditional timeline. Her latest single, "Type Dangerous," recently debuted on the Billboard Hot 100, marking her 50th career entry on the chart. While the milestone is technically dated June 21, 2025, it's safe to assume that Carey wasn't watching the clock for the announcement.

While some might find her stance unconventional, it's clear that Carey's rejection of time is a conscious choice, a way for her to maintain a sense of youthful exuberance and celebrate life's milestones without being bound by the constraints of age.