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HFIA (111,585) by Can Tavukcu from Germany I really don't want to step on anyone's feathers or anything, but I had to really listen to a lot of tracks from previous albums because I was wondering why I loved her since 1994 so when I was four years old, except for two songs (Mi and Nothing is Impossible) I don't love it. I accept and respect the development she had but at least for me it is unfortunately not sitting right. (Sunday 28 September 2025; 19:48)

Streaming (111,584) by Tameka walker from United states We need to stream so Mariah can get to number one on Billboard. (Sunday 28 September 2025; 19:00)

My Love (111,583) by Sasha from Nomansland I love it too. Her voice really shines on this song. (Sunday 28 September 2025; 16:53) this is a reply to message 111,575

My Love (111,575) by Bill from the UK I must have played My Love about 20 times yesterday. There was a certain magic about Mariah's early remakes - I'll Be There, Without You, Open Arms, the recently unearthed My Prayer - I didn't think that would be present or captured ever again, as it seemed to disappear over time. But wow, this has got to be one of her best ever. It's sung so beautifully, and the music, the background vocals, I can't believe something so wonderful is here at my disposal to enjoy whenever I want. If this is her last ever remake she does, she ended on an amazing high with this. I bet Paul is so proud and pleased with her interpretation. First class Mariah, I love you. (Sunday 28 September 2025; 10:09)

In lieu of touring for the future (111,582) by BFF from United States I think the Vegas residency model works well for Mariah. It is the one thing I credit Stella for facilitating. Mariah sounded quite good for the "#1 to Infinity" and "The Butterfly Returns" residencies. Being in one place allows her to properly rest and relax more than extensive touring that requires travel. I think the amount of traveling she has done recently has left her more exhausted than usual. I just thought more about the underlying health issues that Mariah is dealing with. We already discussed the shoulder injury back in 2013, but has anyone considered that maybe she is having complications from the gastric sleeve surgery she had done in late 2017? (Sunday 28 September 2025; 14:30) this is a reply to message 111,581

In lieu of touring for the future (111,581) by Nikki from usa If or when MC wants to get back on the stage I don't think she should do traditional touring. Mariah's never been one for that anyway. She gets bored. I think she should do a one off type of Unplugged performance instead. She can reimagine the songs back to back if she wants to and give us the highlight reel. She can have it on different channels and platforms or even release it with an album. If she's up for it, she could do it in different locations. NY one time and maybe somewhere in the rainforest for another. Just 1 off concerts with whatever works best for her voice. It would allow her to have fun, be creative, and not have to do it again night after night. More like a special or two here and there instead of an actual tour. (Sunday 28 September 2025; 12:30)

In lieu of touring for the future (111,581) by Nikki from usa If or when MC wants to get back on the stage I don't think she should do traditional touring. Mariah's never been one for that anyway. She gets bored. I think she should do a one off type of Unplugged performance instead. She can reimagine the songs back to back if she wants to and give us the highlight reel. She can have it on different channels and platforms or even release it with an album. If she's up for it, she could do it in different locations. NY one time and maybe somewhere in the rainforest for another. Just 1 off concerts with whatever works best for her voice. It would allow her to have fun, be creative, and not have to do it again night after night. More like a special or two here and there instead of an actual tour. (Sunday 28 September 2025; 12:30)

HFIA (111,579) by Nikki from usa You think it's a farewell album? That would be interesting since she just signed this new deal with Gamma and has her own label under it. I'm not sure how she'd be able to make 1 album and dip. But, she could certainly focus on other artists if she wanted to. I just think Mariah loves creating too much and the freedom to do her own thing to dip. (Sunday 28 September 2025; 12:24) this is a reply to message 111,537

HFIA (111,537) by Munny from United Kingdom This most definitely is a farewell album. HFIA is a musical mash-up of every introspective album closer she's ever done. Melodically, it's three-parts Music Box, Looking In and The Wind. Very telling that it closes the album. Her way of saying goodbye. (Saturday 27 September 2025; 05:09)

Head scratcher (111,578) by Nikki from usa You don't think they paid off? It got MC her 50th Billboard entry, got her back on radio airwaves beyond Christmas, and another iTunes #1. It also got MC her first ever music video award. I'd say they paid off. She got creative freedom to do what she wanted and actually got some recognition for it this time. I'd call it a W. (Sunday 28 September 2025; 12:18) this is a reply to message 111,547

Head scratcher (111,547) by Shezz from Pk I think it's Mariah and or Gamma thinking those two were more mainstream and younger sounding to appeal to the TikTok/streaming generation. I don't know when she'll realize she doesn't need to cater to them. Not like they paid off anyway. Here's hoping they ditch PTS asap and get behind IYF or IWAI while the album's hot. NII would be amazing with a raw and vulnerable video though somebody will have to tie her hands. (Saturday 27 September 2025; 12:40)

HFIA (111,577) by MusicfanJ from Germany I wasn't so impressed with "Sugar sweet" when I heard the version with the two other singers. But since I heard the solo version on the album, I really like it. The solo version is great and fun. There are no skips on the album. When it's over, you want to start again because it's so good. Pure Mariah shines on every song. I also think "My love" is the strongest vocally. But again it is such a pleasure to listen to the whole album. You hear Mariah the artist. It even takes her whole music catalogue higher. Cheers, cheers, cheers. (Sunday 28 September 2025; 11:03) this is a reply to message 111,569

HFIA (111,569) by BFF from United States Yes, everything on the album is great. And I like the solo version of "Sugar Sweet" more than the single version. Mariah has such great taste in cover songs. I love this cover of "My Love". Hopefully "Play This Song" performs respectably. I cannot wait to hear what's on the upcoming deluxe edition of the album. (Sunday 28 September 2025; 02:29)

Play that Song video (111,576) by Dove from United States I like it. It's simple but she looks beautiful and that house is really nice. I like her boots. I bought some like that but they were knock offs from Shein so they were very uncomfortable. I could only stand in them for a few minutes. Ha ha. Black and white videos usually look so classic and timeless. Everyone looks their best in black and white. I guess she really is dating that dude. I hope he treats her well. I wouldn't say this is one of my favorite videos but it's better than no video. I like the song and their voices together. I kind of wish she was wearing a longer coat. Maybe like a black trench coat. And that the shorts were a little longer. I'm over the underwear look. At least she has the body for it though. I'm thankful for whatever videos we get and I'm thankful for the ensembles. I see it like in The Devil Wears Prada, the clothes are art too. (Sunday 28 September 2025; 10:21)

My Love (111,575) by Bill from the UK I must have played My Love about 20 times yesterday. There was a certain magic about Mariah's early remakes - I'll Be There, Without You, Open Arms, the recently unearthed My Prayer - I didn't think that would be present or captured ever again, as it seemed to disappear over time. But wow, this has got to be one of her best ever. It's sung so beautifully, and the music, the background vocals, I can't believe something so wonderful is here at my disposal to enjoy whenever I want. If this is her last ever remake she does, she ended on an amazing high with this. I bet Paul is so proud and pleased with her interpretation. First class Mariah, I love you. (Sunday 28 September 2025; 10:09)

HFIA (111,574) by Mirage_Nunez from America I listened a day late, because I had to set the mood and tone to truly make it a moment. So I play the album as I ran my Saturday errands, and these are my thoughts. Mi - I loved it, a total ethereal vibe, it was perfect. Do you guys think it's tongue in cheek? Like she's playfully owning the high maintenance diva perception of her? Play This Song - Unexpectedly made me emotional, specifically when MC came in with the higher harmonies on "And I know you miss me, babe. Don't pretend like you don't feel the same." It definitely gave me Marvin Gaye and Tammy Terrell Motown vibes. I didn't expect for this to be a favorite on the album based on the snippet, but this was a home run for me. I'm so glad she released it and pray it gets great airplay. Type Dangerous - I can see why it was the first single, it flowed great with the album imo. Sugar Sweet - Still an entire bop, I can't wait to hear the solo version. In Your Feelings - I'm not mad at it, just isn't my favorite at the moment, I think I may like it more later. Nothing Is Impossible - Such a beautifully orchestrated song, it actually put me in the mind an Adele or Sam Smith song. The lyrics are so potent. I know I'll always revisit this track years down the road. Confetti and Champagne - I've seen some slander about this song on social media, but knew I'd like it before listening and I was correct. It's cute, I like the beat, the hook, the melody, it's very current, but still Mi. I Won't Allow It - So I pulled up in the driveway while being entranced in the groove and I believe two of my neighbors caught me bopping in the car. There was a moment during the breakdown that sounds reminiscent of Teena Marie's (my other fave) "Square Biz". Definitely a top 3 on the album. My Love - She did her thing on this one, her voice sounds so colorful and at ease. A very good cover. Jesus I Do - I have nothing bad to say about it, I love the Clark sisters harmonies and I'm glad Mariah got a chance to record with her heroes. Here For It All - The outro was surprisingly my favorite part of the song. By this time I started to get a bit emotional again, because it did give me end of a church service/finale vibes. I then began reflecting on the possibility of HFIA being her final album; from Vision of Love being the birth of Mariah Carey to Here For It All being her swan song and all the amazing beautiful heartfelt songs in between. I became overwhelmed with gratitude for her being the singer of my life. She has been an impeccable artist throughout the 16 albums of her career. She gave us her all and if this is her final bow, then it's been beautifully done with grace. (Sunday 28 September 2025; 05:29)

HFIA (111,573) by Lighty from China She didn't thank the fans in the Caution booklet, either. (Sunday 28 September 2025; 05:13) this is a reply to message 111,564

HFIA (111,564) by MusicfanJ from Germany Interesting thoughts. However I find the lyrics of HFIA so sad. I'm not sure what the song is really about, what do the native speakers think and how do you interpret it? Did you notice that this time in the booklet of the CD there's no thanks to her fans/lambily? It's the first time ever. Maybe because it's completely deticated to her mother and children. I also wonder who said to her: You're not supposed to do this album. Lucky for us she did it. The album feels special, indeed like a farewell album. (Saturday 27 September 2025; 20:15)

Perfect album (111,572) by Tevin from USA Your last paragraph perfectly sums up Nothing is Impossible. (Sunday 28 September 2025; 03:54) this is a reply to message 111,567

Perfect album (111,567) by Geronimo from USA This is the album we wanted. Now that she's no longer hitting every note every minute because she's got octaves as options, her musical and lyrical choices are confident, crystal clear, and nothing less than inspired multiple times per track. Not only do I love the fact that the music's balance of masculine and feminine energy experiments successfully with a welcomed new mix, there is also something encouraging and authentic about the way that she approaches self-affirmation and spiritual humility in a strikingly coherent and convincing form. This album is the greatest testament to her gift since Butterfly as it shows growth, restraint, economy, wisdom, and vulnerability - without any adult contemporary-sounding ballads that make me wish she never had a start at the top of the billboard pop charts. Her phrasing is super clever and elegant and she knows now when to clear out extraneous layers and overlaps and let a nice melody start and stop logically so you can actually experience the essential beauty of each melodic idea before the next one begins. Bravo. (Sunday 28 September 2025; 01:15)

Head scratcher (111,571) by T from USA I actually see it as this is what The Elusive Art Of Letting Go album was supposed to sound like if she was more focused. That album even had Thirsty as a current sounding song like this one has Sugar Sweet. There's always going to be a bit of current R&B/pop in a Mariah album, even if the rest draws on old school influences throughout. (Sunday 28 September 2025; 03:35) this is a reply to message 111,551

Head scratcher (111,551) by BFF from United States I actually think "Type Dangerous" works quite well as a single and in the context of the album, and it really grew on me. The "Eric B. Is President" sample helps maintain the '70s vibe because the original record by Eric B. and Rakim utilizes samples from several '70s funk songs like "Funky President" by James Brown. I believe it was recorded after Mariah and Anderson's initial sessions. "Sugar Sweet", on the other hand, does feel out of place on the album. In previous interviews, it sounded like Mariah was reticent to include it, so maybe she did it at the suggestion of Gamma, L.A. Reid, etc. They probably pulled in the guest artists out of a desire to be more current because the rest of the album is not current at all. (Saturday 27 September 2025; 14:37)

Head scratcher (111,570) by Tevin from USA IWAI is amazing. Also I've been binge watching a lot of reaction videos from gen-Z people and they seem to like that song. I don't know if his pride would allow it, but imagine if .Paak phoned Bruno up and asked him to jump on that song with Mariah. It would definitely be in the Billboard top ten. (Sunday 28 September 2025; 03:31) this is a reply to message 111,547

Head scratcher (111,547) by Shezz from Pk I think it's Mariah and or Gamma thinking those two were more mainstream and younger sounding to appeal to the TikTok/streaming generation. I don't know when she'll realize she doesn't need to cater to them. Not like they paid off anyway. Here's hoping they ditch PTS asap and get behind IYF or IWAI while the album's hot. NII would be amazing with a raw and vulnerable video though somebody will have to tie her hands. (Saturday 27 September 2025; 12:40)

HFIA (111,569) by BFF from United States Yes, everything on the album is great. And I like the solo version of "Sugar Sweet" more than the single version. Mariah has such great taste in cover songs. I love this cover of "My Love". Hopefully "Play This Song" performs respectably. I cannot wait to hear what's on the upcoming deluxe edition of the album. (Sunday 28 September 2025; 02:29) this is a reply to message 111,566

HFIA (111,566) by Bobby A from United States This is album is wonderful. There is not one bad song. I just love every song. Her pen is ummatched. Well worth the wait. (Sunday 28 September 2025; 00:36)

The multitudes (111,568) by Lambi from USA The avalanche of reviews are crazy. It's so cool to see everyone come out of hibernation and be united. I truly didn't realize how many lambs are actually here. It almost feels like a pep rally where you see every single student in your class that you won't normally coincide with anywhere, until the rally. I love how we all show up for our girl, Mariah. It's simply beautiful. (Sunday 28 September 2025; 01:44)

Perfect album (111,567) by Geronimo from USA This is the album we wanted. Now that she's no longer hitting every note every minute because she's got octaves as options, her musical and lyrical choices are confident, crystal clear, and nothing less than inspired multiple times per track. Not only do I love the fact that the music's balance of masculine and feminine energy experiments successfully with a welcomed new mix, there is also something encouraging and authentic about the way that she approaches self-affirmation and spiritual humility in a strikingly coherent and convincing form. This album is the greatest testament to her gift since Butterfly as it shows growth, restraint, economy, wisdom, and vulnerability - without any adult contemporary-sounding ballads that make me wish she never had a start at the top of the billboard pop charts. Her phrasing is super clever and elegant and she knows now when to clear out extraneous layers and overlaps and let a nice melody start and stop logically so you can actually experience the essential beauty of each melodic idea before the next one begins. Bravo. (Sunday 28 September 2025; 01:15)

HFIA (111,566) by Bobby A from United States This is album is wonderful. There is not one bad song. I just love every song. Her pen is ummatched. Well worth the wait. (Sunday 28 September 2025; 00:36) this is a reply to message 111,560

HFIA (111,560) by jaker20 from US I hear more like a tribute to lambs and that she's here for it all til the end. I think she wrote this during her struggles with losing her family at the same time. For a while I thought it's about the twins, and she's gonna be there until the end, now that it's just them. But I always thought that Mariah thinks of Lambs are fam. So ultimately the lyrics is about that, her career and her parasocial bond with lambs, virtual sleepovers. That she's here for it all, even if you abandon her. Red carpets in Cannes and applause But if you leave (when lambs no longer want her), Still baby, I'm here for it all. But it would be preposterous to sing to your fans. So it's intentionally ambiguous for everyone to relate wherever they want to place that thought. The second half shift is a literal shift. I think she's going to move from pop to gospel and classic standards maybe which is how the entire album sounds. If you notice, there's not a single rap feature in the album. It's a tribute and once she shifts, she is saying that she hope you'll still be there. (Saturday 27 September 2025; 18:34)

iTunes (111,565) by Tameka walker from United states How is Mariah's album doing on the charts? I really am hoping Mariah has a number one debut. How many countries did Mariah debut at number 1? Just wondering. I love this album. She did her thing. (Saturday 27 September 2025; 20:35)

HFIA (111,564) by MusicfanJ from Germany Interesting thoughts. However I find the lyrics of HFIA so sad. I'm not sure what the song is really about, what do the native speakers think and how do you interpret it? Did you notice that this time in the booklet of the CD there's no thanks to her fans/lambily? It's the first time ever. Maybe because it's completely deticated to her mother and children. I also wonder who said to her: You're not supposed to do this album. Lucky for us she did it. The album feels special, indeed like a farewell album. (Saturday 27 September 2025; 20:15) this is a reply to message 111,560

HFIA (111,560) by jaker20 from US I hear more like a tribute to lambs and that she's here for it all til the end. I think she wrote this during her struggles with losing her family at the same time. For a while I thought it's about the twins, and she's gonna be there until the end, now that it's just them. But I always thought that Mariah thinks of Lambs are fam. So ultimately the lyrics is about that, her career and her parasocial bond with lambs, virtual sleepovers. That she's here for it all, even if you abandon her. Red carpets in Cannes and applause But if you leave (when lambs no longer want her), Still baby, I'm here for it all. But it would be preposterous to sing to your fans. So it's intentionally ambiguous for everyone to relate wherever they want to place that thought. The second half shift is a literal shift. I think she's going to move from pop to gospel and classic standards maybe which is how the entire album sounds. If you notice, there's not a single rap feature in the album. It's a tribute and once she shifts, she is saying that she hope you'll still be there. (Saturday 27 September 2025; 18:34)

An ode to all of us (111,563) by jaker20 from US My reading is a bit different. I mean she literally just signed a multi-album deal with gamma. I definitely think she's signaling a shift in what she wants to put out moving forward. It's not by chance that there's no rap collab in HFIA. That's a first for her in what, since prior Daydream? The collabs we got leaned more R&B and another with gospel. That's a good thing, I hope she keeps collabing across the board. It's not by chance that her intro is "Mi", from now on, it's gonna be her and about her. It's not but chance that she collabed with The Clark Sisters, gospel yet upbeat. It's not by chance that she covered a McCartney song. I think that's the direction she wants to take, more pared down, classic and timeless. (Saturday 27 September 2025; 19:05) this is a reply to message 111,556

An ode to all of us (111,556) by BFF from United States I'm not sure it's a farewell, but something has definitely been going on behind the scenes. You can tell in every interview and every performance she's given during the past year or so that she's completely and utterly exhausted. I'm happy that she put out this album, and I think it's great. But Mariah really looks like she's going through the motions and that her heart is not in it any more... at least the performing part of it. I think she still likes writing songs and recording, but I think the other aspects of being a recording artist are unsatisfying to her. (Saturday 27 September 2025; 15:25)

HFIA (111,562) by Jamie from UK Yes I'm loving it, this is Mariah, I just wish she hadn't waited so long to record songs like this again. The songs are quality, I'm used to the new vocals now but imagine these songs with Daydream locals. My Love I feel the vocals are most strongest on that song. (Saturday 27 September 2025; 19:02) this is a reply to message 111,559

HFIA (111,559) by ADAM from USA This is making me teary eyed now that you said that - HFIA is a mashup of The Wind, Looking In, Outside, Portrait, and something fresh. This is her last full album, I suspect she's fighting a private medical issue that she's keeping close to the vest. I think she's a real class act creating this masterpiece of a final album for her fans and children to keep. (Saturday 27 September 2025; 17:46)

HFIA-inspired Mariah marathon (111,561) by BFF from United States The album's release inspired me to get out all of my CD copies of the her albums and compilations and listen to the entire catalogue all the way through. Just finished the debut and have a new found appreciation for "Prisoner" and "Sent From Up Above". I just wish they weren't so overproduced. Glad Mariah took charge of production duties on "Emotions". By the way, I wish there had been a CD release of the anniversary editions of "Rainbow" and "The Emancipation of Mimi". I've never been a fan of vinyl. It costs too much, takes up too much space, and the audio quality isn't as good as CDs. (Saturday 27 September 2025; 19:01)

HFIA (111,560) by jaker20 from US I hear more like a tribute to lambs and that she's here for it all til the end. I think she wrote this during her struggles with losing her family at the same time. For a while I thought it's about the twins, and she's gonna be there until the end, now that it's just them. But I always thought that Mariah thinks of Lambs are fam. So ultimately the lyrics is about that, her career and her parasocial bond with lambs, virtual sleepovers. That she's here for it all, even if you abandon her. Red carpets in Cannes and applause But if you leave (when lambs no longer want her), Still baby, I'm here for it all. But it would be preposterous to sing to your fans. So it's intentionally ambiguous for everyone to relate wherever they want to place that thought. The second half shift is a literal shift. I think she's going to move from pop to gospel and classic standards maybe which is how the entire album sounds. If you notice, there's not a single rap feature in the album. It's a tribute and once she shifts, she is saying that she hope you'll still be there. (Saturday 27 September 2025; 18:34) this is a reply to message 111,537

HFIA (111,537) by Munny from United Kingdom This most definitely is a farewell album. HFIA is a musical mash-up of every introspective album closer she's ever done. Melodically, it's three-parts Music Box, Looking In and The Wind. Very telling that it closes the album. Her way of saying goodbye. (Saturday 27 September 2025; 05:09)

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