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If It’s Over? (107,076) by Libra Lamb from USA

This song is hugely underrated. The lyrics and her delivery is perfection. Should've been a number 1. Lol. I became a fan with Fantasy. I'd heard Hero and a few other songs but I was probably too young to appreciate it and too busy being a kid. I'm born in 81 and moved to the States from Mexico in 89. I had to learn English so the first few years were a blur. But Fantasy caught my ear with it's lyrics and fresh sound, there was no one like Mariah on the radio besides the late great Whitney Houston. I will always be a fan, no matter what. It actually makes me really sad to think that one day she won't be here. I will be a mess if she goes before I do. Sorry that took a left turn. But you guys get my point.

(Thursday 1 August 2024; 21:45)


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Can't Let Go (107,075) by Edward from USA

The fact that we're all here means we can't let go of her. At least we're becoming more realistic. As I've stated before, I don't expect Mariah to sing like she did in the 90s, but I would love some consistency, that's all. Her songwriting is half of the equation, and she can certainly deliver on that part if she wants to. I was listening to "Portrait" the other day, and for some reason, the song hits differently now. It's definitely "Looking In" part two.
(Thursday 1 August 2024; 21:36)

If It’s Over? (107,074) by MusicfanJ from Germany

Yes, it is a very long time. I became a fan with Daydream and sometimes I can't believe it's been such a long time. I grew up with her music. I also can never let Mariah go. I just want the best for her. If you're a fan/lamb for such a long time it's really a special feeling.

(Thursday 1 August 2024; 17:53)


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If It’s Over? (107,073) by TJ from Norway

As I said earlier this week If It's Over is my favourite. Good lyrics and a good sound. Strangely enough more mature sound that what she has done lately.
(Thursday 1 August 2024; 17:42)


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If It’s Over? (107,072) by Libra Lamb from USA

I can't let go either. There's nothing MC can do for me to turn my back on her as a fan. Her music has always been there for me and will forever be. At the end of the day she's just as human as you and I and I can't fault her for anything. When I had no one to talk to and when I felt alone, she (her music) was there for me. Loyalty is everything to me.
(Thursday 1 August 2024; 17:41)


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If It’s Over? (107,071) by Bobby A from United States

I listened to it this morning. The bridge brought tears to my eyes. It made me think that I shouldn't count MC out just yet. I know in my heart that I can't let MC go. MC got me through some tough times in the 90s. Thirty years is a long time to be a fan of someone.

(Thursday 1 August 2024; 13:22)


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If It’s Over? (107,070) by Shezz from Pk

Mariah loves it when we relate to her songs on a personal level. I don't think we collectively can relate to any song more than we can all probably relate to "If It's Over" right now. From the first word to the very last. The song just hits different now. Give it a go.
(Thursday 1 August 2024; 11:19)


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Back to Mariah (107,069) by Stacey from USA

Very creative title. I love it.

(Thursday 1 August 2024; 02:21)


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Merry Christmas (107,068) by Edward from USA

"Merry Christmas" is turning 30 this year. She should go all out with something special, especially since "All I Want for Christmas Is You" seems to have lost some of its initial momentum while other holiday songs have gained popularity. She shouldn't rest on her laurels, particularly during the season that brings her the most redvenue.

I don't know about you, but I feel a bit neglected. What's the point of keeping her core fanbase in limbo? It doesn't make sense to me. She could have released a 6-track EP without worrying about high sales. With today's technology, she doesn't even need a record label. CDs can be produced on demand now.
(Thursday 1 August 2024; 01:28)

MC16 (107,067) by Bobby A from United States

I wonder why Columbia Legacy or Def Jam/Island Records hasn't released more box set compilations with album singles or remixes or even Grammy/TV performances. I would love to have her MTV, BET or network tv specials on DVD. Does MC have to give her permission to create and release such compilations or DVDs?
(Thursday 1 August 2024; 00:50)


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Back to Mariah (107,066) by Mimi L. from Empower Your Highlighter

Underneath the Christmas Three is genious.
(Wednesday 31 July 2024; 23:48)


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Back to Mariah (107,065) by Mimi L. from Empower Your Highlighter

Yes definitely seems like it. At this point Mariah doesn't seem too inspired or enthusiastic about music and/or she doesn't seem too confident about the work she's done recently and hence not releasing it. She seems to have fully embraced relying on her Christmas and past catalogues by touring etc. I don't see the fire in her although I see glimpses when she's jumping on these remixes to stay relevant. But that won't do much if she doesn't manage her own promos properly. So yes unfortunately MC16 will probably be our last if we even get it .
(Wednesday 31 July 2024; 23:48)


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MC16 (107,064) by Edward from USA

I think she'll release a few more "Rarities-type" albums, but I don't expect her to release any new studio albums after MC16. Even though Caution was critically acclaimed, she mentioned that her voice wasn't in good shape during its recording. If it wasn't in good shape then, what about now? I would be fine with MC16 being her final album. She shouldn't count on it being a huge success in terms of sales though, Caution was released six years ago and has sold around 200k copies.
(Wednesday 31 July 2024; 22:06)

Back to Mariah (107,063) by Stacey from USA

I'm beginning to wonder if MC16 will ever happen, lol.
(Wednesday 31 July 2024; 19:18)


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Back to Mariah (107,062) by Bobby A from United States

I feel MC16 will be her last album if she ever releases it. Six years without an album is not what we are accustomed to. So, I would be okay if it is her last album. It seems like her heart is not in releasing new music for whatever reason that we are not privy to right now. I still love me some MC. My collection of 30 years is worth a lot of money.

(Wednesday 31 July 2024; 18:16)


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Back to Mariah (107,061) by Shezz from Pk

I think that will depend on how MC16 fares. It would take something close to a miracle for it to be successful, even if it is a great album, which I have a feeling it will be.

She will keep dabbling in music, maybe not an entire album. And of course there's always the possibility of Under the Christmas Three, which might come when she's 60 now. Wow. That sounds surreal.

(Wednesday 31 July 2024; 17:56)


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Back to Mariah (107,060) by Zachariah from Croatia

I think it is gonna be a longer pause between MC16 and the next album (which I am sure it's gonna happen) but we will not mind the pause because MC16 is gonna be a fire. I feel it in my bones.

(Wednesday 31 July 2024; 17:50)


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Webmaster, please... (107,059) by Matty from Vancouver Canada

Amen, I come oh here to escape the political dumpster fire to the south of me. Please no more politics.
(Wednesday 31 July 2024; 17:10)


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Inspirational songs (107,058) by Stacey from USA

Already forgotten. Thank you. Life is too short to hold grudges with people in my personal lives and strangers on a message board. Plus, you're a fellow Libra, so I definitely can't stay mad. Carey on.

(Wednesday 31 July 2024; 16:54)


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Back to Mariah (107,057) by Edward from USA

Do you guys think MC16 will Mariah's final album, and how would you feel if it were?
(Wednesday 31 July 2024; 14:16)

Webmaster, please... (107,056) by Norman from USA

I'm more than okay not having a discussion about politics on a pop culture blog. That said, when it runs rampant and unchecked, it's just as irksome to have to see so much BS posted gleefully. So, yeah, block the political posts away.
(Wednesday 31 July 2024; 11:20)


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Webmaster, please... (107,055) by Zachariah from Croatia

Webmaster, are these posts about politics really necessary here, on Mariah Carey Archives? I mean, I really don't want to read about that here. It is enough that we (in Europe) are bombarded with that in the news every damn day. And we really do not care. We have enough of our own mess to deal with. So please, can you put this under control? Thank you.

[Webmaster: If this message gets more than 10 thumbs up, I will stop posting messages on the American elections. See also my first rule.]
(Wednesday 31 July 2024; 10:49)

Inspirational songs (107,054) by Norman from USA

If you're not informed enough about certain topics to discuss them in public, it's okay. Just say that. No one expects you to have knowledge about everything. But don't go on a tangent regurgitating things you've picked up in passing from other people. Google is free. And, sure, so is Wikipedia, but try reading all the information out there debunking these talking points that were cleared up before he became POTUS. Vote for whomever you want, but don't post misinformation and expect it to go unchecked.
(Wednesday 31 July 2024; 08:38)


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Inspirational songs (107,053) by Libra Lamb from USA

Same here, I'll be looking for new music, movies and TV series to distract myself from all the craziness around the elections. It's a shame that we live in a beautiful world that can be so ugly and unpleasant at the same time. Life is short and wonderful if we can look past all the horrible things around us and not let them affect us in a negative manner. I am truly sorry that I offended anyone, I know that I could be more diplomatic in my comments and I've failed miserably at that. I believe everyone has the right to live their lives as they choose without judgement. Stacey I'm sorry for my negative comments directed at you.
(Wednesday 31 July 2024; 08:04)


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Inspirational songs (107,052) by Shezz from Pk

I feel you Robert Anthony. A lot of us outside of the US see it as a wolf in wolf's clothing vs a wolf in sheep's clothing. And your leaders affect us as well because of their foreign policies, being one of the most powerful and influential countries in the world.

Looking forward to Georgie and Mandy.
(Wednesday 31 July 2024; 06:35)


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