Overview
The term “Mario discography” most commonly refers to the recorded output of American R&B singer Mario (born October 19 1986). His catalogue includes three studio albums, one compilation album, multiple EPs, and a series of singles released under major labels such as J Records and Columbia Records. No similarly notable discography exists for the Nintendo video‑game character Mario, and no official recordings are attributed to that franchise under this title.
Studio Albums
| Year | Title | Label | Chart performance (U.S.) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | Mario | J Records | Billboard 200: #9 |
| 2004 | Turning Point | J Records | Billboard 200: #20 |
| 2007 | Mario (often stylized as Mario) | J Records / 3 M | Billboard 200: #13 |
Compilation Albums
| Year | Title | Label |
|---|---|---|
| 2009 | Mario: The Best of (International release) | J Records (select markets) |
Extended Plays (EPs)
| Year | Title | Label |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 | Closer (EP) | 3 M Music Group |
| 2017 | N 2 U (EP) | 3 M Music Group |
Selected Singles (U.S. Billboard Hot 100 peak)
| Year | Single | Album | Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | “Just a Friend 2002” | Mario | #64 |
| 2003 | “Braid My Hair” | Mario | — |
| 2004 | “Let Me Love You” | Turning Point | #1 |
| 2005 | “How Could You” | Turning Point | #9 |
| 2007 | “How Do I Breathe” | Mario | — |
| 2009 | “Thinkin’ About You” (feat. Fabolous) | — | — |
| 2016 | “I Need More” (with T-Pain) | Closer (EP) | — |
| 2020 | “Wok” (feat. Bizzy) | — | — |
Notable Collaborations & Features
- “Break Up” (featuring Gucci Mane & Sean Garrett) – 2012, non‑album single.
- “Dancing in the Dark” (with Lil Wayne) – 2011, promotional release.
- “Mona Lisa” – 2023, appears on the mixtape Future R&B (independent release).
Sales & Certifications
- Mario (2002) – Certified Gold (RIAA) for 500,000 U.S. units.
- Turning Point (2004) – Certified Gold (RIAA).
- “Let Me Love You” – Certified Platinum (RIAA) for 1,000,000 units sold/downloads.
Career Highlights Related to Discography
- Mario’s debut single “Just a Friend 2002” introduced him as a teenage R&B vocalist.
- The 2004 single “Let Me Love You,” produced by Scott Storch, became his most commercially successful track, maintaining the #1 position on the Billboard Hot 100 for nine consecutive weeks.
- After a period of reduced mainstream releases, Mario returned with independent EPs beginning in 2015, collaborating with contemporary producers and rappers to target digital streaming audiences.
References
- Billboard chart archives (www.billboard.com) – chart positions for singles and albums.
- Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) certification database (www.riaa.com).
- Official discography listings on major music platforms (Spotify, Apple Music) and the artist’s verified website.
No official discography exists for the Nintendo character “Mario,” as the franchise’s output consists of video games, not musical recordings.
