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Re: The Art of Letting Go conversation (74,219) (74,239) by B from USA I like her vocal performance on TAOLG but the lyrics are clunky. It's like two songs merged into one. The verses are Hoodriah and the choruses are classic Mariah. (Friday 7 April 2017; 15:05)

Lambily (74,238) by B from USA If Outside has touched you please email videos of yourselves explaining how it has impacted your lives (similar to the videos used in Mariah's Theme). It's for a top secret project but once it's completed we'll share it on here. Thanks. I forgot to include my email address. My email is blambert@ohiochristian.edu. Eric, I hope you're ok with this and I'd love to feature you in this passion project. (Friday 7 April 2017; 14:59)

Would be great (74,237) by RibbonB from USA If Mariah really took some time off to rest and reflect and raise her children. Only she can make herself happy, or be happy, no external person cad do that. That is a vicious cycle in Mariah and many people's lives. She will always be subject to the whims of external forces until she finds peace within. Grappling with any issues in public and on a reality show stage are a recipe for failure and all participants are at fault even, or especially the hired love interest. Really, how could she ever trust that? Stella was a stupid hire to begin with and Mariah should have listened to her really concerned friends, not the paid for friends who are on payroll to gas her up and keep her entertained and served 24/7. (Friday 7 April 2017; 14:52)

Re: Article: Meet Mariah Carey's maybe fake, definitely hot BF (74,226) (74,236) by RibbonB from USA That might be a cute fantasy, but they fired the one who seemed to really care about Mariah and how she looked and professionalism and that was Anthony. Yeah he encouraged the boobs and curves, but she needs no encouragement for that. This current crew is approved by Stella. Hand picked. (Friday 7 April 2017; 14:39)

Re: Article: Meet Mariah Carey's maybe fake, definitely hot BF (74,226) (74,235) by MusicfanJ from Germany Wow M, your last sentence touched me. Amen to that. I wish Mariah would read your post, it's so true and all her real fans will always care for her as a person not only the superstar. (Friday 7 April 2017; 13:41)

Re: Ridiculously bad videos (74,225) (74,234) by MusicfanJ from Germany Exactly Bliss. And Mariah is too good in every way to play the sex chick like woman without any talent. The showbiz is full of them, we don't need another one. It's ok if women show the sexiness but still in a classy way. Mariah did it many years and it was never embarrassing. I'm still sure her "entourage" is saying how hot all the latest actions are (and MC seems to believe it) but it's not hot. The video of "I still believe" is sexy, "Sweetheart", "Honey", "Heartbreaker", "Can't let go", "The roof" and the list goes on. Bad taste will never be sexy, like too much blush. (Friday 7 April 2017; 13:38)

Re: 1998 interview (74,224) (74,233) by MusicfanJ from Germany Yes, she is so loveable. I remember when this special was on MTV Europe, I watched it again and again on my video-cassette. I still have it somewhere. Didn't know it is on YouTube. This is the real Mariah without the fake circus around her. Thanks for posting the link. I'm so jealous of the interviewer. Haha. (Friday 7 April 2017; 13:21)

Re: Benny Medina (74,229) (74,232) by Lila from United States From what I understand, it aired (2012) but ratings weren't good. (Friday 7 April 2017; 12:56)

Where is Mariah? (74,230) by SM from Citizen of the World I haven't seen her since last month. Lol. (Friday 7 April 2017; 06:17)

Re: Benny Medina (74,223) (74,229) by Manny from U.S. I recently learned that Fresh Prince of Bel Air is based on Benny Medina moving in to a music executive's home when he was young. Which reminds me of when Stella mentioned a show based on Mariah's early life. I haven't heard more on that. If this is made, I hope its well executed and not a circus production a la Mariah's World. I also wondered what happened to Minaj's TV show. Did it even air? I can't find anymore information on that. (Friday 7 April 2017; 06:10)

Re: Todd from Australia (74,218) (74,228) by Andrew from UK Darce, you'd have to be an actor. A television actor. But you're not one of those. Right? (Friday 7 April 2017; 05:42)

Re: Article: Meet Mariah Carey's maybe fake, definitely hot BF (74,193) (74,227) by Musti from UK I want to believe what you're saying. But the truth is, most of these publications are merely platforms used by artists to benefit both the artist and the publication (even some of the sources we would consider "credible"). Meaning, you only hear what they want you to hear, for a price. I've stopped basing my understanding of M's life on these articles, rather only using them as background information. My personal opinion (which is not very hard to see) is that M is possibly going through something pretty serious. She possibly realises she has made some mistakes but she is not sure how to proceed, hence her half-assed and uninspired "safe" non-efforts. I say own up to your mistakes and be the strong grown woman that you have actually become. Go on record for accepting that your voice isn't in its VOL days and then get on that stage and sing the [censored] out of your latest single. Compliment other female singers (the ones deserving of your compliments anyway) and even collaborate with some of them. Get that Celine duet done. It's the only thing left that simply must (in capitals) happen in the history of contemporary music. Do it for authenticity, not for chart positions and money. You have lost so much credibility as an artist that it doesn't even matter how many copies your next single sells. You need to earn that respect once again. If it's not a Celine duet, then do whatever the [censored] it takes. (Friday 7 April 2017; 03:40)

Re: Article: Meet Mariah Carey's maybe fake, definitely hot BF (74,190) (74,226) by Musti from UK I'm hoping it's real to be honest. Or that he's making M feel stronger than she would have. Whatever the hell she is going through (I have my theories), she needs genuine support. Yes, M frequently speaks of self-help in her songs. But the very fact that she is constantly surrounded by her circus tells me that she feels lonely and that she is still in search of something that completes her. Stella simply isn't it. I don't know Stella personally so I can't judge what kind of a friend she is, but she is destroying M's career as a manager. If Tanaka somehow makes M feel empowered though all that (especially since NYE; I'm guessing M is still trying to get over that, considering how sensitive she is), I'm all up for this "affair". I'm just trying to find things to be optimistic about. I feel like I've been very critical of her lately and it doesn't feel right. I don't know M personally but I have cared deeply about her well-being and her success for such a long time that it feels like I'm betraying her, even though my critique entirely comes from a place of love and concern, like you and many others on this board. Please M (I know you or one of your people are reading this). I no longer care whether I ever see you at the top of Billboard 100/200. I only want to know that you're alright and that your career is handled in a way that is worthy of your legendary status. It will always hurt when people laugh everytime I mention your name, just like it did during Glitter. I want you to be respected. I want all of this to matter. (Friday 7 April 2017; 03:13)

Re: Ridiculously bad videos (74,214) (74,225) by bliss! from Brazil Edouard, I gave an example of one video, "My All", which the vulnerability part makes sense and it's very beautiful to watch, not because she's vulnerable per say, but because it matches the song. She did bad ass videos where she wasn't vulnerable like "Honey", "It's Like That", "Shake it Off" and "Crybaby", with the difference that they all had some sort of storyline instead of her touching herself all the time and looking stiff. Nothing wrong with showing skin, but some of her recent videos are just boring because they are all about that. I mean, her lyrics have so much potential to create great visuals. "I Don't" could be a kickass video, if it had a storyline like her old stuff. (Friday 7 April 2017; 02:37)

1998 interview (74,224) by Billy from Greece Gorgeous, eloquent, candid Mariah in this interview. I can't get my head around how gorgeous she is here. Just look at her eyes, her smile. What a beauty. (Friday 7 April 2017; 01:36)

Re: Benny Medina (74,196) (74,223) by THE TRUTH from USA Benny like Tommy has been around the block and knows how the game needs to be played. Handprint is run with military precision and he's not shy about expressing his opinion. He wouldn't bow down and be subsurvient. She is unmanagable and has been ever since she divorced Tommy. Every year she is more and more out of control. If you aren't an ass kissing, yes man, encouraging her vices and stoking her ego you won't last long. (Friday 7 April 2017; 01:18)

15 Spring and summer 2017 tours you cannot miss (74,222) by B from USA This makes me sad. They canceled the Ohio tour dates and refunded my money. (Friday 7 April 2017; 00:57)

Re: Mariah's World on dvd (74,217) (74,221) by B from USA I was hoping each episode of Mariah's World would've been about a tour stop and a performance and an activity in the town of the venue. Like the toy store in London she took dem babies to. (Friday 7 April 2017; 00:54)

Re: Ridiculously bad videos (74,208) (74,220) by B from USA Billboard counted down Mariah's ten best videos on her anniversary. Here's the link. I'd add I Still Believe, Butterfly, and The Roof. I also don't agree with the order but it proves not all of her video are ridiculously bad. (Friday 7 April 2017; 00:50)

The Art of Letting Go conversation (74,219) by Edouard from France I recently listened to TAOLG again. It doesn't appear on any album and I'm still very much attached to listening to music via my CD player. I like the realness of the CD format and experience. I must say that I have a new found appreciation for that song because it has become clear to me what Mariah tried to achieve with that song. I am now convinced it was meant to be the opening track of Me I Am Mariah... The Elusive Chanteuse album. It fits perfectly and it would have been great. I don't see where else it could have fitted in the tracklisting. It would have been a great opener, both musically and lyrically. Also I don't know if you remember the short promo clip of MIAM with the violins and orchestra. We can hear some of these sessions on TAOL as well as on Make It look Good. I believe these 2 songs where meant to appear back to back on the album. But the project evolved and I believe the label wanted to go with a more EDM sound. That could be the reason behind the instrumentation on You're Mine (Eternal) as well as the fact that it is reminiscent (though different) to We Belong Together. Also I think Mariah may have chosen to go with YME as a sing of trust that her relationship with Nick Cannon could become stronger again. I think she sacrificed the first direction she wanted to go with the album (releasing TAOL) in order to protect her marriage and family as well as singing into existence another chance at their relationship. TAOL is actually amazing. The instrumentation could have been stronger, especially on the second verse. The song takes too long to really kick in. That's the only thing that bothers me. The lyrics are great. Modern yet timeless and classy. The voice is strong and very early Mariah. Full voice. Straight vocals. Very English Pop RnB in my opinion. It reminds me of the song "Stop" on the Bridget Jones soundtrack (I believe it was a cover). Also, it's interesting to see how lately, some females singers have had success (more or less) with this type of songs that Mariah revived with TAOL: [...] Rihanna with Love on the Brain, etc. The promotion of TAOLG was disappointing. But the song is good, the live version are even better and reintroduced Mariah as the Mariah we first fell in love with (piano, background vocalists and all)although I must say I first fell in love with Hip Hop Mariah. TAOLG, I can't seem to let it go. (Friday 7 April 2017; 00:40)

Re: Todd from Australia (74,204) (74,218) by Todd from Sydney, Australia Haha thanks mate. Angling for a love interest cameo in Mariah's World season 2. (Friday 7 April 2017; 00:05)

Re: Mariah's World on dvd (74,211) (74,217) by Licia from USA Same Deedre. I'd rather get a DVD of the SSFT than Mariah's World. I'll even take footage of the Vegas shows. (Thursday 6 April 2017; 22:23)

Re: Ridiculously bad videos (74,207) (74,216) by Mimi L. from Empower Your Highlighter YME was such a missed opportunity, both the song and the video. The video has some of the most beautiful shots ever, with the gorgeous rain forest and the underwater scene and the possible "Little Mermaid" homage, but they kinda messed it up. The story line ultimately didn't end up making sense, also it was uncomfortable to watch Mariah cradling her breasts and looking uncomfortably at the camera haha. I wish they had some flashback scenes with Trey to show their romance. (Thursday 6 April 2017; 22:04)

Re: Ridiculously bad videos (74,214) (74,215) by Mimi L. from Empower Your Highlighter I don't think the person meant that her "sexiness" is only acceptable when she is portraying a vulnerable person, in fact I don't know how you even came to that logic. The person clearly meant that when put in a proper story line, sexy scenes can be more tasteful, instead of doing straight up "Touching myself" vanity shots with no apparent story line. Case in point, Mariah was quite sexy in the ILT video yet it didn't look tacky because it was part of a story line, same for "Honey" (where she basically strips down to her undergarments) and yet it doesn't look tacky. DFAU is another video of her laying down in her undergarments, swimming naked in a pool, making out, yet it doesn't look tacky because it's part of a story line, the visuals add to the story the song is talking about. A more recent example may even be TMB. She doesn't have to appear "vulnerable" for it to be acceptable for her to do sexy scenes, like bliss said, it doesn't look as bad when the sexiness is balanced out with a proper story line instead of it being the only plot of the video. (Thursday 6 April 2017; 22:00)

Re: Ridiculously bad videos (74,206) (74,214) by Edouard from France Why should a woman's vulnerability be the only way for people to accept her sensuality and sexuality? Think about it. (Thursday 6 April 2017; 21:45)

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