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Re: Mimi at the Superbowl (80,810) (80,818) by RibbonB from USA This is a bit much don't you think? (Tuesday 6 February 2018; 12:28)

Re: Beyonce's father says Mariah's success is (80,816) (80,817) by RibbonB from USA Sigh, didn't he think Tina was, oh never mind. (Tuesday 6 February 2018; 12:25)

Beyonce's father says Mariah's success is (80,816) by Sheila from United States E: I'm sure you noticed similar patterns of colorism once you joined the music industry. MK: Oh, of course. I challenge my students at Texas Southern to think about this. When it comes to black females, who are the people who get their music played on pop radio? Mariah Carey, Rihanna, the female rapper Nicki Minaj, my kids (Beyonce and Solange), and what do they all have in common? E: They're all lighter skinned. MK: Do you think that's an accident? (Tuesday 6 February 2018; 11:49)

Re: Mariah for SuperBowl (80,809) (80,815) by Todd from Melbourne, Australia I like the idea of Mariah for Superbowl. But I think we would be all riddled with anxiety. I think she is also more than capable, but I can't help but feel that the general public fall into two categories: 1. Haven't heard a thing about Mariah and think her last effort was "We Belong Together", and she's since joined the company of Belinda Carlisle and Jewel; or 2. They have been completely off-sided by the last decade of diva slash wanker reputation she's picked up. So whilst I think she could do it, I doubt that at present, the demand is there. (Tuesday 6 February 2018; 09:21)

Underneath the Stars Smooth Harmonies (80,814) by Lee from UK So I am in love with this version of Underneath the Stars. It is called the Smooth Harmonies version because the background harmonies are emphasised over the lead vocals and it so refreshing to hear them upfront. It is different to the stripped versions floating about but probably made by the same people. Gorgeous. (Tuesday 6 February 2018; 09:15)

Re: Can't Let Go (80,803) (80,813) by Mara from United States Thank you RJJ12 for this. I never heard it before and it's like a little gift of new vocals that we would never get now. (No shade MC but it's true since she acts like CLG doesn't exist.) Going to move on but I agree with you that her debut album was about her vocal showcase with VOL and that Emotions the song was as well, but Can't Let Go is the song for me that really set her apart at that time from all the others. It had a feel unlike anything on the radio at the time and her whistle placements blew me away. It almost was hypnotic in a sort of way. I guess I can say although I was a fan since VOL and her Arsenio debut, it was CLG that connected me with her songs and style. Just would love to hear her sing it in its entirety one more time and not the way she chopped it up for the Adventures of Mimi tour. OK, sorry, moving on now. (Tuesday 6 February 2018; 05:09)

Re: Can't Let Go (80,788) (80,812) by Special K from USA Mara girl you have no idea how much CLG means to me. I became an official die hard Mariah Carey fan the first time I heard that song. Kicked Janet Jackson straight to the curb. The different melodies, textures, and emotions that you hear in Mariah's voice takes you on a rollercoaster ride of tormented, haunting, painful, yet at times caressing emotions that almost drive you crazy but you find yourself wanting to hear that song over and over again. I was straight addicted to CLG. And that video. What a classic video. Can Mariah bring back that French roll please? I agree, Mariah should pay more attention to this song. (Tuesday 6 February 2018; 03:28)

Re: Mariah for SuperBowl (80,806) (80,811) by Special K from USA Lol, I feel you on that. (Tuesday 6 February 2018; 03:10)

Mimi at the Superbowl (80,810) by CDC from CA I think since Mariah isn't a typical half time artist, she would need a whole bunch of pyrotechnics and gimmicks for it to be show-stopping. This is a strictly timed performance so she'll have to leave her cabaret style diva banter at home. So in my head this would be Mariah's Superbowl setlist: Emotions with vocal exercise intro (a la "Sweet Sweet Fantasy Tour") Fantasy Touch My Body (Jack McBrayer cameo) Obsessed (somehow integrate a "Mean Girls" reunion with Lindsay Lohan, Lacey Chabert, Amanda Seyfried and Rachel McAdams) #Beautiful Heartbreaker remix/album version (Jay-Z appearance) Jay-Z sings his mini setlist We Belong Together condensed version Hero with local choir dedicated to US veterans She then surprises everyone with an iTunes takeover and a new album, sells one hundred million copies first week, is inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, wins Nobel Peace Prize, is elected first female President of the United States. (Tuesday 6 February 2018; 03:06)

Re: Mariah for SuperBowl (80,807) (80,809) by Anonymous from Sounds like a good set. Would absolutely love to see Mariah perform there. (Monday 5 February 2018; 22:17)

Re: Jade (a kiss) (80,802) (80,808) by Anonymous from Haha, thanks Andrew. The numbers are coming in slowly but surely, I'm aiming for it to be fun, relaxed and heavily Mariah themed. Please see my previous post guys if you fancy celebrating Mariah's anniversary March 24th. Everyone is welcome to get involved, suggestions/ideas please email cvjade07@aol.com. Much (Monday 5 February 2018; 22:16)

Re: Mariah for SuperBowl (80,805) (80,807) by Hilton from USA If she stuck with uptempo sings, with maybe a few special guests and then left off with a killer ballad, with great vocals, she could totally pull this off: Dreamlover Fantasy It's Like That Shake It Off Heartbreaker Always be my baby (the sing along part) Honey Make It Happen Then Hero Yes, I'd be so here for this. (Monday 5 February 2018; 19:10)

Re: Mariah for SuperBowl (80,805) (80,806) by RibbonB from USA Perhaps she should just try that national anthem again. IJS. (Monday 5 February 2018; 18:13)

Mariah for SuperBowl (80,805) by Sheila from United States You mean to tell me you can't imagine It's Like That, Always be my Baby, Make it Happen (with gospel background-like Live 8) and Hero wouldn't be fab? Justin did ok, but it was not incredible. Mariah can pull this off. (Monday 5 February 2018; 12:13)

Re: Can't Let Go (80,797) (80,804) by Jhonny from Canada This is one of my favourite song "Can't let go". Great lyrics and melody. (Sunday 4 February 2018; 22:26)

Re: Can't Let Go (80,797) (80,803) by 123 from USA it's my favorite ballad of hers. I remember it pouring out of the radio back in the day. It's the song that really made me fall in love with her music. Such a beautiful song. From the nice angelic sounding opening of the song, to the desperateness of the lyric and vocal and addicting melody. I found this stripped version that I love. She has vocals I had never noticed before, that must have been hidden behind the music. (Sunday 4 February 2018; 20:51)

Jade (a kiss) (80,802) by Andrew from UK What a great endeavour and what a fun night. I will be there Jade. And invite people to realise that in-person fun always surpasses keyboard warriors. Come on guys and girls, Jade is offering a night of immense fun which she will organise. Come have fun. The videos can be sent to Mariah. This will test your love. And I formally invite Eric. And Edward and Randy. And Mimi L. (Sunday 4 February 2018; 19:08)

Re: Mariah at RuPaul (80,790) (80,801) by Andrew from UK There are people who post here that I argue and disagree with. I respect their consistency and dedication. I, even, like the sport of it all. You have no history and your mission statement reads about 5 years outdated. I gave you a thumbs up myself, such is your need for them. Andrewjamesgold@gmail.com for my whatsapp. Go for it. (Sunday 4 February 2018; 19:00)

Re: Can't Let Go (80,788) (80,800) by tadatorao from japan I have said million times that this song should've been a number one instead of I'll Be There. It was a crime Sony pulled this single off the store. (Sunday 4 February 2018; 17:28)

Re: Can't Let Go (80,795) (80,799) by Mara from United States Deedre, it's funny you should mention Love Takes Time. There is something similar in her deliverance in each of these bridges and listening to CLG last night and it put me in mind of LTT. I think I would be in heaven if I ever made it to the Vegas shows and heard her actually sing I Don't Wanna Cry, Someday and Love Takes Time. They certainly come across well live and you are right that there are many places she can take the song. (Sunday 4 February 2018; 16:16)

Re: Can't Let Go (80,796) (80,798) by Mara from United States Thank you MusicfanJ, always enjoy your posts as well. (Sunday 4 February 2018; 16:11)

Re: Can't Let Go (80,788) (80,797) by Shezz from Pk Haha yes. You described it so perfectly I could totally visualise it down to the curls. (Sunday 4 February 2018; 11:59)

Re: Can't Let Go (80,789) (80,796) by MusicfanJ from Germany It's one of my favorites too. Such a unique and beautiful song. And yes the classy video is still wonderful to watch. I wish Mariah wouldn't underrate her own songs. This song has so much emotion, love every second of it. Great post by Mara as always. (Sunday 4 February 2018; 11:31)

Re: Can't Let Go (80,788) (80,795) by Deedre aka MiTodoChop @HBF from Canada I do agree with you. I feel "Can't let go" and "Til the end of time" are gorgeous tracks on Emotions. I remember during the Vegas shows, something so beautiful would happen for me when she did Love Takes Time. It's a feeling I can't put into words, but it takes me right back to that first moment I heard Mariah, even more than VOL. The structure of the song, the heartache in the lyrics and the power of the delivery. You appreciate the rarely played songs. "Can't let go" has a lot of places to go live as well. (Sunday 4 February 2018; 10:47)

Re: Can't Let Go (80,788) (80,794) by Bill from the UK I know the hip sway haha. Mariahxlambily on YouTube did a compilation of the live high note when she was promoting the song and I noticed it then. It is a beautiful song. I couldn't believe when "The Ballads" was released that this didn't feature as I agree, it often goes overlooked. I think a lot of fans love this song. The video is one of my favourites, simply beautiful. The whole "Emotions" era for me is when Mariah really came into her own. She was confident, had more control, wasn't married at that point, and was there just making great music and giving amazing performances. (Sunday 4 February 2018; 10:09)

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