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Next single (109,243) by Mimi L. from Empower Your Highlighter I know it's premature to talk about this but I have been hearing rumours that the next single is going to be a ballad type duet with Anderson .Paak. There are a few reasons I don't think that's a good idea. - It's the TEOM cloning all over again which tanked E=MC2 and her future releases for trying to do the same format. I think her next single should still be another uptempo song. A fresh new sound like T-Dang. It's summer so let it be fun and something people can enjoy and feel uplifted. Some catchy lyrics, a strong chorus (Sabrina Carpenter dominated summer with her clever lyrics and choruses, the "I'm working late cos I'm a singer" or the catchy chorus of Espresso, or the digs in "Taste" and "Please Please Please" to name a few). So I think her next single should be uptempo and catchy. The general public is seemingly responding well to T-Dang not just lambs which is new and we need the GP to get success. - I honestly think if she is releasing any collaborations as singles it should be high impact and high profile collaborators that can benefit her on the charts if she really wants those #1's stacking up. Also she is possibly in a relation with him and I think it'll be sweeter to keep it as an album track than an official single. Those are my thoughts and 2 cents. (Thursday 12 June 2025; 16:24)

Change your type (109,242) by Mimi L. from Empower Your Highlighter Hahah you beat me to it. She's embracing she has a thing for the dangerous men and says "I'm not afraid of love that's why I love 'em dangerous". Also I think she's just playing up a persona not saying it literally. She's in her femme fatale era. (Thursday 12 June 2025; 14:17) this is a reply to message 109,237

Change your type (109,237) by Shezz from Pk She's basically saying she has a type and that's not going to change. Also I don't think she's taking it that seriously or literally. (Thursday 12 June 2025; 10:24)

Joseph Kahn (109,241) by Mimi L. from Empower Your Highlighter Stop I'm screaming hahah that would be hilarious and would break the internet lol but JLo's ego would not allow it but can you image if they agreed to it haha. Ugh I can't wait. I hope Joseph didn't hype us up only to give us another #B video with a green screen motorcycle scene hahah I'm joking we've already got some snippets and it looks like budget was there for a good video. (Thursday 12 June 2025; 14:16) this is a reply to message 109,240

Joseph Kahn (109,240) by Carlos from Brazil I am also very excited for the music video. Joseph Kahn is really teasing us. I read online that the earth shattering surprise would be JLo getting barred at the club entrance and then Mariah goes to the bouncer and says "I know her." Lol. (Thursday 12 June 2025; 13:36)

Joseph Kahn (109,234) by Mimi L. from Empower Your Highlighter Ok Mr Kahn is really hyping me up. He doubled down on his initial tweet about the video having an earth shattering surprise, now saying no one can guess it. And then he did another post saying he's using every last second of his deadline to perfect the video and said everyone should cancel their booty calls on Friday haha because we'll be busy watching Type Dangerous. Mimi stop playing with me. (Thursday 12 June 2025; 02:44)

Endurance (109,232) by Mimi L. from Empower Your Highlighter The song is a grower and I really like it now. On first listen I wasn't immediately into it but now I play it a lot and even when I'm just sitting around I'll randomly sing "hope I ain't saying too much, I like 'em dangerous" , then I'll randomly belt out "motorcycle man got that Yen for meee" and the last part where she does the "I want someone to step to me oh yes". I'm pumped for this era. (Thursday 12 June 2025; 02:16) this is a reply to message 109,228

Endurance (109,228) by Joachim Agerup Løkkevik from Norway Mariah has [managed] to make a song that I constantly [am] singing in my head, it's infectious. I'm pleased that the song hasn't got a climax with belting, [because] we know that Mariah can't do that anymore, and it would have been impossible for her to [replicate] it live. It seems that she is getting success now with a song that isn't about her voice, but because the song is a real bop. This song is on heavy rotation in my house at the moment, [although] it hasn't cracked the top 100 on iTunes her in Norway yet, but that is no surprise, Norway might be the country where she has had the least success in the world throughout her career. But what I can't seem to understand, is why couldn't she sing this song live at the BET Awards? It's an easy song for her to sing, it stays almost within one octave of her voice. What is also frustrating, is that she doesn't do a thing to make it seem like she's singing, what is this? Anywho, so nice to se her getting some success again and widespread attention on social media, I have almost [forgotten] what that feels like as a fan, besides the [annual] Christmas stick. I'm proud to be a fan of Mariah again. (Wednesday 11 June 2025; 19:38)

Earth shattering surprise (109,223) by Mimi L. from Empower Your Highlighter Joseph Kahn said that the T-Dang MV will have an earth shattering surprise. I want y'all to chime in and drop what you think it is? So many possibilities. At this point I think this will be a 2 part video or at least a video that has interwoven storylines like Honey/Heartbreaker because it says "a film by Joseph Kahn" so I don't think that's earth shattering because both have been done by her before (it is however very exciting if she does do one of the 2). Below are some of my guesses: 1) One of the Kardashians is involved. 2) Mariah gets her previous MV men to come back. 3) She gets her exes to make a cameo hahah this will be hilarious. 4) Taylor Swift? Because of the Joseph Kahn mutual friend situation. Now that would be earth shattering but I doubt it. 5) Miss RiRi on the remix? Ok I tried to go as far fetched as possible with the others except for #1 hahah. So I want to know what you all think. (Wednesday 11 June 2025; 00:46)

Mariah, on fire (109,212) by Mimi L. from Empower Your Highlighter Ok so BETs. Tell me why this woman looks like she's still in her early 30s. She looked absolutely breathtakingly stunning and every bit the mega star she is clad in that gorgeous gold mini dress fit for the music industry's golden girl. I liked that she was more playful with the performance, I do wish she wore more comfortable shoes so that she had the confidence to strut around by herself and strut onto the stage during the opening of the song it would have made it more fierce but I see her trying and I'll take it. I absolutely loved her second look too, she looked so angelic and pure and her speech was amazing. The little humor, her embracing her diva and extraness. This is a new Mariah era not just album wise but personally too. I also hear her team discounted the song right after BETs a smart move. I'm liking how her team is handling her so far. The roll out of this era has been amazing. I can't wait for the video. (Tuesday 10 June 2025; 13:04)

It's a film (109,203) by Mimi L. from Empower Your Highlighter Did you guys see the snippet for the MV? Looks promising. I'm so pumped and Friday can't come sooner. It has nods to ILT and Breakdown. Anything else I'm missing? The ending with the guy hiding a knife behind his back, is almost like how end of ILT Wentworth Miller had a flower for her. Also the video says "a film by Joseph Kahn". Are we finally getting a decent video with possible cliff hanger like ILT? (Monday 9 June 2025; 23:43)

Article: "Type Dangerous" tops this week's favorite new music poll (109,195) by Mimi L. from Empower Your Highlighter She looks straight outta Emancipation era. I wonder what the photo is about. If it's rehearsals for BETs, a promo event or if it's a music video snippet. (Monday 9 June 2025; 13:02) this is a reply to message 109,191

Article: "Type Dangerous" tops this week's favorite new music poll (109,191) by Edward from USA Mariah looks stunning in this picture. She's so ready for this new era. (Monday 9 June 2025; 04:02)

TD (109,174) by Mimi L. from Empower Your Highlighter Ya what sounds similar to be is how Dua starts singing the first verse and how Mariah does it too but then of course the first verse eventually goes in a different direction but ya I was like where did I hear this before haha. (Sunday 8 June 2025; 06:27) this is a reply to message 109,163

TD (109,163) by Bobby A from United States Well, I played the instrumentals of both tracks and now I do hear their similarities. (Saturday 7 June 2025; 18:55)

Tommy Motola (109,173) by Mimi L. from Empower Your Highlighter Letting go ain't easyyy, ohhh it's exceedingly hurtful. Haha but I agree, leave Tommy in the 90s. There's newer men to shade. (Sunday 8 June 2025; 06:22) this is a reply to message 109,165

Tommy Motola (109,165) by Stacey from USA You and Bill beat me to the punchline. I hear castle, sing sing, and evil king and I'm like really Mariah, it's been 30 years. Let it go, lol. (Saturday 7 June 2025; 21:38)

Promo and MV (109,162) by Mimi L. from Empower Your Highlighter Do we know if Mariah is scheduled to be on any tv appearances and what her promo schedule looks like? I know she'll be at the BETs but any other appearance? It looks like radio is playing a quite a bit, is this something we've seen with her last few releases or is this new? For music video, what do you guys think will be her vision. Excited for her working with Joseph so I hope there's some story line. I wonder if she'll do a parody of her previous relationships or her previous music video leads because the lyrics hint at both or I might be overthinking it. 1) The one about sing sing and evil king is of course Tommy. 2) The motorcycle man had a Yen for me. Is this a hint at Tanaka who's part Japanese and had a thing for motorcycles or is it her male lead in Sweetheart or even Miguel in #B. 3) The computer nerd has to be TMB unless I'm missing something haha. 4) The man in construction moving pounds through customs. Is it James Packer or Wentworth Miller (WBT/Prison Break because his character was a structural engineer in think in PB). Some people say the moving pounds through customs could be Tanaka too because apparently he was detained in Brazil. I haven't heard about this before though 5) "Said we'd be together, but you didn't stay forever. Now I guess it's just whatever 'til the twelfth of never." This is probably Nick because Mariah was super in love and thought it's forever and "twelfth of never" probably because he has 12 kids So I wonder if she'll do a parody like that which would be hilarious. Or if it'll be more touching and looking at the camera hahah just joking. (Saturday 7 June 2025; 18:34)

TD (109,155) by Mimi L. from Empower Your Highlighter Is it me or does the starting of TD sounds a bit like Dua Lipa's Levitating? For a while I was like what does this remind me of haha. But just the first. (Saturday 7 June 2025; 15:18)

Confirmed: Mariah is making history (109,154) by Mimi L. from Empower Your Highlighter 100% agree. A No No to date is a favorite of mine. It feels like a fun sister to SIO. That song had so many fun moments and quotable viral worthy lyrics like "snakes in the grass it's time to cut the lawn, Ed Scissor hands aka I cut you off". I love it and I love the whistles she did in one of the remix at the end. It's super catchy. I think Mariah really wanted Cardi on the remix. But ended up with Shawni and Stefflon Don. With a hot feature and more promo that song had a lot of potential. (Saturday 7 June 2025; 14:52) this is a reply to message 109,150

Confirmed: Mariah is making history (109,150) by Lambi from USA I always thought Shake It Off should've been released much later. They didn't really realize how monstrous We Belong Together was going to be. It ended up staying at the top for a lot longer than anyone probably expected. What's crazy though is how Gen Z brought Obsessed back to life. Had Mariah pushed the promotion to the extremes it could've been her 19th #1. It's A Wrap is also another one, it became clear that the song had a lot more potential than people gave it credit for, it deserved way more attention. But my biggest bummer will always be A No No. Such a great '90s homage, and the way she mirrored the beginning of the chorus with TLC's "No Scrubs" was genius. Perfect ear candy. But the label let it fade to oblivion. Such a freaking shame. I was hoping they'd finally do her right after they let With You flop. It's like they missed the mark at every turn. (Saturday 7 June 2025; 13:58)

Confirmed: Mariah is making history (109,135) by Mimi L. from Empower Your Highlighter Agreed. The saddest one is SIO. That song is perfection, was sexy, fierce, clever lyrics, catchy chorus, top notch video, Mariah's revenge era confidence and so much more I'll forever be upset that it didn't get to be #1. Obsessed is another one. It was ahead of its time, it's so viral on TikTok and with the younger generation. Loverboy too was ahead of its time. The pop-y retro style is so in right now, Sabrina Carpenter has her whole aesthetic wrapped around that style. Problem with Mariah she's ahead of times and people only later realize how her songwriting was always 10 steps ahead of the music industry. (Friday 6 June 2025; 22:50) this is a reply to message 109,133

Confirmed: Mariah is making history (109,133) by Lambi from USA "Mariah would wake up and openly call out war on The Beatles." LMAO, Mimi, gurl you're so funny. But honestly, I'd be mad too if I were her. She kept putting out bangers after bangers post Touch My Body, but her series of management just didn't know how to handle it. They really didn't do her justice. At this point, she should have like 25 number ones, including pre-TMB. (Friday 6 June 2025; 22:23)

New intel (109,130) by Mimi L. from Empower Your Highlighter Here are a few new info we have: - The album is almost done - There will be collabs (please Lord some A list ones) - There's a "very good" duet with A .Paak - She is currently sequencing the track list - LA Reid asked to record one more song (deja vu TEOM) - There are visuals (Type Dangerous MV) - TD will be directed by Joseph Kahn. I hope they use his full potential. Joseph did some incredible work with Taylor. (Friday 6 June 2025; 21:25)

Confirmed: Mariah is making history (109,129) by Mimi L. from Empower Your Highlighter Who would have thought one fine day in June 2025 Mariah would wake up and choose violence and openly call out war on The Beatles. I'm ready for the slay. Thank God we're off the sleigh for now. (Friday 6 June 2025; 21:15) this is a reply to message 109,121

Confirmed: Mariah is making history (109,121) by Tevin from USA Ikr. I don't want to hear anymore "she's happy to just be a legacy artist and focus on her family", nonsense. Dem baby's are grown, the voice is healed and she's ready to dethrone The Beatles and I'm here for it. Let's go Mariah. Hopefully she gets at least one if not two number one hits. Also everyone please don't be discouraged if this song doesn't hit number one (hopefully it does), just remember, ILT did decent but it didn't hit number one, but the next song after, well, you know, the rest is history. (Friday 6 June 2025; 17:08)

Type Dangerous (109,128) by Mimi L. from Empower Your Highlighter It's short because she wants to bait you in for the next singles hahah. She's like y'all talked too much so you'll get a short song bye. I'm glad you're enjoying it. So exciting to see all the positive reviews. (Friday 6 June 2025; 21:14) this is a reply to message 109,123

Type Dangerous (109,123) by Edward from USA The beat is sick: fresh, modern, and definitely a grower. A little auto tune here and there, but she's earned the right to that, and it actually works in this context. I appreciate the fact that there are no whistle notes or any attempt at vocal gymnastics, it lets the vibe breathe. With the right feature, this could easily turn into a hit. I think it feels a bit too short though, just when it starts pulling you in, it ends a little too abruptly, like, we just got here, are we leaving already? Still, A+ for trying something new, A+ for her pen game and A for sounding smooth and confident with her current voice. It's a smart move in the right direction. (Friday 6 June 2025; 18:54)

Type Dangerous review (109,127) by Mimi L. from Empower Your Highlighter Valid points and yes traditionally that would be nice but I think it's strategic of her to keep the song under 3 minutes, most new artists are doing that for more gains. As for the last part I kind of like that it fades from that point on. I personally am not missing another chorus. My only critique is probably the chorus isn't too strong but that's fine, it's just a firestarter. I like she's taking risks. I agree about the wordy parts kind of makes me nervous like TAOLG, but I think with it having some clever lyrics like "then comes in 3 hating ass hoes" hahah and some other it might have a shot at a viral moment. I hope they have that planned. (Friday 6 June 2025; 21:12) this is a reply to message 109,126

Type Dangerous review (109,126) by Brandon from USA The song is fire. I love the production, the retro/jazzy beat goes hard and she sounds good and confident riding the beat. She's not doing too much with her voice and a bunch of unnecessary runs but is allowing the song to shine. It doesn't sound dated but sounds fresh and current. I could easily hear this playing on the radio and I'm sure we will. She released it at the start of summer which is perfect for this song. I hope she goes all out with promo because this needs to be pushed. My critiques are small: 1. I wish the song was longer and the chorus came back in where it currently ends. However that is the format of most songs today so I get it. 2. It gets a bit wordy here and there but I don't mind it. Overall, I think it's a great way to reintroduce herself to the masses. We need a quality video and well thought out performances of the song on major platforms. Great job MC. Thanks Anderson for helping MC write a smash. (Friday 6 June 2025; 20:19)

Confirmed: Mariah is making history (109,111) by Mimi L. from Empower Your Highlighter I hope this shuts down people who think Mariah isn't chasing chart success anymore and is just making music for fun or for fans. Chart success is what has been driven into Mariah since she was a teen signed on to Sony. She doesn't know any different. She is rightfully proud of her chart accolades and I am happy to see her openly just say that she wants that 20th and 21st #1. I like the new vocal Mariah that isn't afraid to voice her mind. (Friday 6 June 2025; 15:19) this is a reply to message 109,106

Confirmed: Mariah is making history (109,106) by Lambi from USA Have you guys seen this? Mariah is making major moves. Long article, I broke it down so you don't have to: - Mariah Carey is teaming up with Larry Jackson's indie music company, Gamma, instead of a big record label. - She sees this as a way to control her story and create music on her own terms. - L.A. Reid will executive-produce her new album through his company, Mega. - They've signed a multi-album deal aiming to make music history. - Mariah's goal is to get her 20th number-one hit to tie The Beatles' record and then go beyond that. - The partnership was announced in June during Black Music Month to highlight its importance. - Reid says this is a win-win, with both Mariah and Larry working to stay fresh and relevant in today's music scene. Mariah really looked at a $400 million company and said, "Okay let's get festive"? She's retiring as the greatest of all time lambily. This is so exciting. #1 to infinity indeed. (Friday 6 June 2025; 14:33)

Type Dangerous (109,102) by Mimi L. from Empower Your Highlighter I enjoyed it. Is it my favorite? No but it's a grower. I love the witty lyrics throwing shade very SIO, TMB, Migrate and ILT vibes with the shade. It's a very new sound for her yet sounds classic Mariah. I love the effort being put into the era. Starting with the Easter eggs in the DFAU remix calendar, followed by the teasers and now a full fledged lyric video with visuals. A lot of radio is also playing her which is great that she has radio deals. She signed on to a new label. I hope they promote this single and album to the max. I don't care at this point about charting but I want her to give it a good shot by promoting and pushing herself. (Friday 6 June 2025; 13:52) this is a reply to message 109,079

Type Dangerous (109,079) by Shezz from Pk Ok I ain't mad. I quite like it. Still processing but initial reaction was very very positive - unlike all the other singles she's released over the years. The lyric video helped me get more into it. I think it's her best lead single in a long ass while. Mariah - get behind it and give it your all. I hope a proper video is coming soon. I feel like they haven't shot it yet. This is going to be the [It's like that] of [MC16]. The punchy re introduction to get the attention and then she'll knock us down with the WBT of this era. It's not gold but hor the first time in a long time, not disappointed MC. (Friday 6 June 2025; 06:42)

Collaborators (109,069) by Mimi L. from Empower Your Highlighter The idea of Mariah working with new writers excites me, one thing I hope and pray she doesn't do again is waste her time collaborating with unknown rappers/singers. We don't know when we'll get another Mariah album after this and if ever so make the album count, use her star power and pull in those A list collaborations. I get Mariah likes to give new artists chances and that's fine, maybe save it for her being featured on their tracks instead of her featuring them on her tracks. (Friday 6 June 2025; 03:42)

Mariah alerts (109,061) by Mimi L. from Empower Your Highlighter Mariah's promo team has been on fire right now with building the anticipation. They just posted a cryptic tweet with a bunch of emojis sayings giving you something to work on for the next 6 hours (until the single drops). The sequence of emoji is red heels, a pencil/paper, 3 women, bubble, soap, diamond, a diamond ring, a question mark and 2 exclamation marks. What does it mean? The emojis possibly refer to this line. These lyrics along with some others have leaked. Also the song is apparently Migrate meets Caution vibes. Taking off my coat Clearing my throat Certified diamonds like the songs I wrote Hit the little girls room to powder my nose You know the guy say he work construction Turns out he was moving them pounds and customs "I don't have time for the rigmarole"​ I want someone to step to me (oh yes) I want someone to rescue me (oh yes) I've never been afraid of love (oh yes) That's why I like em dangerous (I like em dangerous) (Thursday 5 June 2025; 23:38)

Driver's license (109,056) by Mimi L. from Empower Your Highlighter Also lol it's hilarious the amount of music videos Mariah is in a car or driving a car for someone who doesn't have a valid drivers license. Haha here's to hoping this isn't a I Don't 2.0. (Thursday 5 June 2025; 17:42)

Insta (109,055) by Mimi L. from Empower Your Highlighter Did you all see the new photo she posted? Excuse me Miss Carey. The red lips (something she said before she absolutely avoids), the darker hair, the fierce look. She's feeling herself and taking risks. I love it. (Thursday 5 June 2025; 17:40)

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