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About Bobby A from United States: I have been a Lamb since 1990. I know Mariah. I love her music. I breathe her music.

A Glitter soundtrack shift is happening (114,869) by Bobby A from United States I knew I should have not mentioned Gucci in this post. It's all my fault for jinxing MC. (Monday 2 November 2026; 20:58) this is a reply to message 114,453

A Glitter soundtrack shift is happening (114,453) by Bobby A from United States I feel the Glitter soundtrack is about to have the same monolithic cultural dominance that Prince's Purple Rain has. We are about to see a shift in the public's viewpoint about Glitter because of what is happening on social media with DMTTYO and the remix. I feel MC is going to release one of the 14 other additional tracks as the next single with a major Gucci video and Glitter TV promotion prior to the October 30th release date. She needs to take advantage of the Glitter 25 hype to showcase her powerhouse vocals during the Glitter era. Who knows what extraordinary things will happen for Glitter and MC on October 30th. By the way, I can totally see Leon Thomas, Lucky Daye, and Tank on a remix of If We. (Sunday 23 August 2026; 06:12)

Glitter 25 deluxe (114,855) by Bobby A from United States Yes, I think rap features are almost non-existent these days. The Distance featured Ty Dolla $ign and he sang his verses. R&B and pop artists are including features with artists that are more of a collaborative feature who can provide a melodic hook like Chris Brown on Leon Thomas' Mutt remix or Zara Larason's female features on her Midnight Sun: Girls Trip remix album. Timeless by Weekend ft. Playboi Carti was the last top 10 Hot 100 rap feature peaking at number 3 in 2024. (Monday 2 November 2026; 02:35) this is a reply to message 114,853

Glitter 25 deluxe (114,853) by Edward from USA I'm so glad the mandatory rap feature era seems to be over. Mariah didn't have any on HFIA, and Ariana didn't have one on either of her last two albums. That formula was getting so tired and overused. I'm so happy to see it finally go. (Sunday 1 November 2026; 21:57)

Out Here On My Own (114,849) by Bobby A from United States It was released commercially as the 2nd single from The Rarities. (Sunday 1 November 2026; 13:12) this is a reply to message 114,848

Out Here On My Own (114,848) by Lainsky from Philippines When I first heard this song in 2020, I became teary-eyed due to the emotions conveyed as she sang it with all her heart. While the alternate take is undoubtedly good, similar to Lead The Way, the Glitter version is way better. It is one of my favorite Mariah covers. It deserves to be released commercially. Who knows? It could be her next Without You or even better. Just saying. (Sunday 1 November 2026; 12:44)

Mariah on Reddit AMA (114,847) by Bobby A from United States Lol. MC was hinting at her annual "It's time" video. She is so clever and always giving us clues. (Sunday 1 November 2026; 05:59) this is a reply to message 114,842

Mariah on Reddit AMA (114,842) by Edward from USA The hint is obvious. Don't tell me you didn't get it. (Saturday 31 October 2026; 15:28)

Glitter 25 deluxe (114,846) by Bobby A from United States Bill, you have to give the song another try. The live performances are better and less of the rap vocals. (Saturday 31 October 2026; 22:55) this is a reply to message 114,830

Glitter 25 deluxe (114,830) by Bill from the UK I've always thought Last Night was a complete mess. A solo version is badly needed. The song is too long, with far too much superfluous production going on, and Busta, Fabolous and DJ Clue all falling over each other to try to get a word in. I'm like can everyone please just shut up so I can hear Mariah sing? (Friday 30 October 2026; 20:59)

Mariah the perfectionist (114,845) by Bobby A from United States Is this a true characterization of MC as a live performer? I just wonder if not being able to tour during her debut or Emotions eras is the cause of MC's perfectionism. Or could it be her long hours in the studio vocal stacking and correcting every flawed note or ending? All of her studio techniques can not be replicated during a live performance now with her vocal decline. Maybe her perfectionism is the reason why she relies so heavily now on backing tracks. Also, I think the New Year's Eve massive technical meltdown performance exposed her perfectionism and did something emotionally to MC. The opening line of Portrait told us what MC was dealing with on the inside and foreshadowed why Lambs would have to wait seven years for another Mariah Carey album until she healed. Just my thoughts since we have heard about four rough demos now this year. I love MC and I know 2027 is going to be her second comeback. (Saturday 31 October 2026; 22:48)

Glitter (114,841) by Bobby A from United States Here's what I am going to do. 1. Rip the songs onto a SD card or USB stick 2. Play the songs on my Boytone or Trexonic stereo system that has a SD card slot and USB port. Portable speakers work too with a SD card slot or USB port. Also, you can insert the SD card in a portable media player like Sans Disk and play the player through your car's Auxillary port. (Saturday 31 October 2026; 13:53) this is a reply to message 114,837

Glitter (114,837) by TJ from Norway So just to be clear. there's no deluxe CD version? (Saturday 31 October 2026; 09:50)

Never Too Far (114,833) by Bobby A from United States Never Too Far is a glimpse into what Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis could have provided post-90s ballads Mariah Carey in the style of Walter A. (Saturday 31 October 2026; 00:30)

Lead The Way (114,827) by Bobby A from United States Lansiky, you are spot on. Whenever MC experiences a stressful event in her life, her voice becomes weaker. Once she rebounds from the stressful event, her voice becomes stronger again. (Friday 30 October 2026; 19:13) this is a reply to message 114,826

Lead The Way (114,826) by Lainsky from Philippines 1997 against 2001? Oh well, I like both, but I love Glitter 2001. From 1997 to 1998, her voice sounded a little weaker and whispery, but it remained powerful. VH1 Divas Live performance, remember? That's how the 1997 version sounds. Her voice recovered in time for 2001. Again, while the breathy sound is still there, her voice didn't sound weak but more powerful, with attitude, as they say. Sorry, I am not familiar with the correct term for different tones of voice, but you know what I mean. (Friday 30 October 2026; 14:23)

Lead the Way (114,822) by Bobby A from United States I am thinking that if she labeled the 1997 version a rough demo then we would assumed that it was the demo to the album version. (Friday 30 October 2026; 11:23) this is a reply to message 114,815

Lead the Way (114,815) by Lighty from China I think it actually is a rough demo since when Mariah posted the snippet you can see it's labeled under "Roughs". (Friday 30 October 2026; 05:00)

Glitter 25 deluxe (114,821) by Bobby A from United States MC probably didn't have time to record a duet song with Eric Benet for the movie recording studio scene. With Eric Benet's vocal range, he was able to match the way MC sang the second verse exactly. I thought he was singing along with MC on the Mariah only version. (Friday 30 October 2026; 11:20) this is a reply to message 114,820

Glitter 25 deluxe (114,820) by Jamie from UK I agree, Want You should have been a solo song, the album was already heavy with rappers, this would have been a welcome addition. I would have like Mariah only version of Last Night A DJ Saved My Life or a least a little less Busta and Mariah singing in full vocals. (Friday 30 October 2026; 09:53)

Glitter 25 deluxe (114,814) by Bobby A from United States I could listen to these new tracks on repeat for the rest of the year and not get tired of them. They are just a brilliant example of why MC is the greatest songwriter and female vocalist of all time. (Friday 30 October 2026; 00:29)

Glitter 25 bonus disc tracklisting (114,809) by Bobby A from United States There is a chance that a deluxe 2CD may be available during the holiday season. (Thursday 29 October 2026; 10:37) this is a reply to message 114,806

Glitter 25 bonus disc tracklisting (114,806) by Xavier mariohmix from Spain I want the CD for the whole package. Also, Daydream 30th lacks several songs on the second disc. I want CDs. I don't buy [vinyls]. (Thursday 29 October 2026; 00:23)

Daydream album (114,797) by Bobby A from United States Daydream re-enters the Billboard 200 album chart at 163. Can you imagine what Glitter will do next week? (Tuesday 27 October 2026; 22:40)

The girl we fell in love with, the woman she became (114,786) by Bobby A from United States Edward, go easy on Rose. Do you remember 14 years ago when I would get carried away with so much excitement? It took me about the recording of the Caution album to find my voice with less predictions and crazy Dear MC requests. Plus, I feel you asking me to upload a face pic as my avatar in 2022 made me tone it down and it made me blush too. I feel you are going to be the number one poster this year. I want you to have the title this year. Will you be home in New York this Christmas? (Monday 26 October 2026; 23:19) this is a reply to message 114,774

The girl we fell in love with, the woman she became (114,774) by Edward from USA Rose, it's okay. You just have a lot of feelings, and apparently, a lot of words to go with them. The fact that Jamie's phone couldn't handle your extensive and rather expansive post isn't your fault. I started reading it yesterday, and I'm still working my way through it today, saving some for tomorrow. And look at me, not complaining. (Monday 26 October 2026; 15:38)

Glitter 25 bonus disc tracklisting (114,783) by Bobby A from United States I am so disappointed. I guess the tracklisting is not earth shattering at all. (Monday 26 October 2026; 19:14) this is a reply to message 114,776

Glitter 25 bonus disc tracklisting (114,776) by BFF from US Well, I have to say I'm a little disappointed. Mariah just posted the track listing for disc 2 of the Deluxe Edition a little while ago. 1. Out Here On My Own 2. Never Too Far / Hero (Medley) 3. Loverboy (Firecracker - Original Version) 4. All My Life (Channel Tres Remix) 5. Didn't Mean To Turn You On (with Rochelle Jordan) 6. Loverboy (MJ Cole Remix) 7. Loverboy (Club Of Love Remix) 8. Want You (Mariah Only Version) 9. All My Life (A Cappella) 10. Lead The Way (1997 Version) 11. Out Here On My Own (Alternate Vocal Take) 12. Never Too Far (Writing Session Interlude) 13. Never Too Far (Rough Demo) 14. Never Too Far / Hero (Medley) with Westlife 15. Glitter Medley (Live from the Caution Tour) I just don't quite understand the lack of unreleased vault tracks. She worked on this project from 1997-2001, and we know that there are other songs from that period that were completed for "Glitter". (Monday 26 October 2026; 16:31)

Glitter (114,764) by Bobby A from United States I don't think MC will disappoint us based upon her Loverboy video she posted today. She has really been promoting the Glitter25 anniversary. I feel that is why her Spotify numbers have increased during these past two months and because of DWTS as well. I anticipate huge chart positions and sales numbers for individual songs and the Glitter album starting Friday. In the video, she looks 35 years old and like a model in the video. Does MC [wear] hair extensions? (Sunday 25 October 2026; 21:50) this is a reply to message 114,762

Glitter (114,762) by Edward from USA I'm not setting my expectations too high. When artists talk about outtakes, they usually mean different versions of songs we already know. I was hoping we'd get some completely new songs, but I'm not holding my breath. But let's see what we get. (Sunday 25 October 2026; 19:46)

Milan, Italy videos (114,760) by Bobby A from United States Actually, the Milan Fashion Week was September 22-28. MC's selfie was posted on October 7th. (Sunday 25 October 2026; 17:56) this is a reply to message 114,759

Milan, Italy videos (114,759) by nancy from Switzerland I guess Mariah was not in Milan for surgery, neither vocal coaching. The world Vogue fashion event took place in Milan around this time. Many artists performed there. Maybe she was just there to see the Caltwalk and meet designers like Donatella Versace. She combined the trip with art this time. J.Lo was also at the World vogue. I am pretty sure they still don't know each other. (Sunday 25 October 2026; 11:00)

Glitter (114,758) by Bobby A from United States Tracks 7-15 have to be earth shattering based upon my analysis MC's voice message yesterday. She was told not to give away too much as to what they have in store for Glitter25. I guess UMG doesn't want certain songs to leak or Youtubers to post their own fake AI songs or vocal takes before October 30. Plus, they might have secured a Spotify promotional plan or other physical variants could be on the way too. I think this wait has been longer than waiting for The Rairities tracklist. Lol. (Sunday 25 October 2026; 09:38) this is a reply to message 114,750

Glitter (114,750) by Jamie from UK So the first 6 tracks from disc 2 have been revealed. 1. Out Here On My Own 2. Never Too Far / Hero (Medley) 3. Loverboy (Firecracker - Original Version) 4. All My Life (Channel Tres Remix) 5. Didn't Mean To Turn You On (with Rochelle Jordan) 6. Loverboy (MJ Cole Remix) I hope there are more unknown tracks apart from the new mixes. I already had all those songs so I'm hoping for some surprises. I don't get why they don't just release all the track list at once (Saturday 24 October 2026; 20:47)

Milan, Italy videos (114,752) by Bobby A from United States Is it just me thinking that MC's recent social media video standing in front of the Last Supper painting was her giving the Lambs a sign that she was in Milan for vocal surgery or vocal coaching. Her picture was very peculiar and unlike MC to do. I say this because her voice message today about unearthed Glitter 25 vocal takes are on the way revealed a very different sounding MC. Her speaking voice to me sounded more huskier in tone and timbre. I am just praying this is true because we all know how much she wants her vocal abilities to return. Plus, MC never sounds the same from one album to the next one. Also, I find it odd that she is only doing three Europe Christmas shows this year. It is like she wants to save her voice for recording MC17. (Sunday 25 October 2026; 00:55)

HFIA (114,751) by Bobby A from United States You're right. I guess the disagreement that Larry Jackson and MC had was about releasing a deluxe edition for an album that sold poorly. Hopefully, MC17 will be MC's second comeback album. I know The-Dream, Tricky Stewart, and others brought in during the final months of recording will deliver some hits next year for MC. The trajectory of MC17 is destined to be better than HFIA. I just feel it. We all know MC17 will be her last chance for a Hot 100 Top 10 hit. (Saturday 24 October 2026; 21:21) this is a reply to message 114,744

HFIA (114,744) by Edward from USA And where was all that money supposed to come from, Mariah's personal bank account? You wouldn't keep pouring water into a bottomless pit and expect it to fill up, would you? I think the promotional campaign leading up to "HFIA" was great. Mariah was everywhere, and there was clearly an effort to generate interest in the album. Unfortunately, the debut numbers didn't justify continuing to pour more money into a project that was out of the Hot 100 in its second week. At the end of the day, it is business, not charity. A fecent music video, radio promotion, and a cosmetic brand endorsement all sound great in theory, but who exactly was going to pay for all of that, and would the investment have actually translated into sales or streams? As fans, it's easy for us to come up with ideas after the fact when we're not the ones footing the bill. (Friday 23 October 2026; 14:55)

HFIA (114,743) by Bobby A from United States Gamma could have promoted Sugar Sweet more after MC was in the kitchen posing as Betty Crocker. Sugar Sweet needed a great video, a iHeart radio every hour radio promotion, and a cosmetic brand endorsement. A smart move could have been to tie the Sugar Sweet video to part two of the #Beautiful video with some acting and a live party performance. (Friday 23 October 2026; 08:43) this is a reply to message 114,739

HFIA (114,739) by Edward from USA Making an album costs money, especially with promotion, music videos, and everything else involved. Based on HFIA's numbers, it probably didn't make sense to keep spending on a project that lost most of its momentum after week one. At some point, you have to look at the return. It's a business. Some people love blaming Gamma for what they did wrong or didn't do, but they need to be realistic. The label can't keep pouring money into a project that isn't bringing in enough to justify more investment. (Thursday 22 October 2026; 17:19)

Gliiter cd (114,718) by Bobby A from United States Well, it was reported in September that consumers are buying CDs again. I can tell that they are because records labels are making sure CDs are available just like vinyl records. I feel the 15 extra tracks will be available on CD for Black Friday sales. I would email Tower Records to ask them to check Alliance Entertaiment's website (wholesale distributor) to see if it shows up available to order in the future, but UMG won't allow Alliance to add it to their website for retailers to order probably until two weeks after 10/30. Let's keep our fingers crossed that it is released as on CD. (Tuesday 20 October 2026; 02:02) this is a reply to message 114,717

Gliiter cd (114,717) by BFF from US I think the deluxe edition with the 15 bonus songs is only available on streaming. It would be cool if she released a CD version like she did with Music Box and Daydream. I think one of the vinyl releases has "Loverboy (Firecracker)", "Out Here on My Own", and "Never Too Far/Hero". I recently donated all of my physical media to downsize and prepare for a move, so I don't have the original CD any more. Luckily, fans have uploaded the full soundtrack and the movie to YouTube so I'm tied over until the streaming re-releases. (Tuesday 20 October 2026; 00:22)

Gliiter cd (114,707) by Bobby A from United States How many of you actually have Glitter on CD? Have you been listening to it this month? I have found another used copy today at a store which is a rare find. This stuff is starting now. Lol. What other Glitter celebrations will you doing during these last 12 days? I am going to watch Glitter next Saturday. (Monday 19 October 2026; 00:27)

Glitter (114,704) by Bobby A from United States The remix was #11 on the U.S. iTunes chart this morning, but has since dropped to #21. I feel this is only the beginning of Glitter potentially making a re-entry on the Billboard Top 200 album chart in early November. We will see what happens. It would be cool if MC partners with Netflix or CBS to show Giitter on October 31st. Great things are on the way in two weeks. (Saturday 17 October 2026; 18:40) this is a reply to message 114,696

Glitter (114,696) by BFF from US Mariah is definitely up to something related to "Loverboy". She's giving the song special treatment - announcing the return of the "remix" to streaming, scheduling a premiere of the 4K music video to YouTube. It's interesting that she never put out a remix EP for "Loverboy" or any other single releases from "Glitter" during the #MC30 campaign. Maybe I will keep it streaming in Apple Music on repeat. I still love the "Firecracker" version, but the "Candy" version is indelibly imprinted in my brain. (Friday 16 October 2026; 13:23)

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