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Mimi (55,174) by B from USA The ushers at the Coliseum were very strict. They were on top of people taking pictures insisting no flash be used and that no videos be taken. I would love some professional videos of the show. It was amazing, Mariah not only sang beautifully but she looked beautiful as well. She looked amazing even in the unflattering pink ensembles. (Friday 10 July 2015; 1:55)

Ariana Grande (55,173) by Stacey from USA If she hates America, she can go live in 100s of other freaking countries. Don't let the door hit your butt on the way out, Ms. Grande. (Friday 10 July 2015; 1:22)

B (55,172) by Mimi L. from Empower Your Highlighter Oh, that didn't cross my mind, since the rumors about the documentary surfaced before Ratner shot the video. Plus didn't we see a B Roll clip with the "Highlights" of her Vegas performance? I was thinking they were shooting it for a documentary or DVD of the tour. Oh well, I hope there is one though. I would also love to see a professionally shot video of her entire Vegas show since the fan recorded ones are not clear for obvious reasons. (Friday 10 July 2015; 0:45)

Promotions and Mariah (55,166) by Mimi L. from Empower Your Highlighter I know a lot of times when Mariah's songs flop and then we divide into groups, with one complaining how the song flopped due to lack of promotions and the other saying that promotions don't do much for aging stars citing Madonna and JLo, but I honestly think Mariah's case is different. First of all Mariah has the voice, secondly Mariah is one of the greatest songwriters of our time. Madonna (while I heard some other tracks on her album are good) and JLo are choosing a path that makes them look a little desperate and that makes people criticize their age a little more. Like since the songs are a little immature, people will bring in the "she is too old for this" argument. Had Madonna chosen a more mature sexy song instead of BIAM, and backed it up with a good promo set, her song would have been a moderate hit at the very least. JLo's whole album (latest one) was full of crappy songs and it didn't help her that she released "Booty" because no one wants to hear about a 45 year old going on a loop about how desirable her big ass is. So her promo fell flat too, although I should add that her songs did chart higher than MC's, but overall sales were low. But for MC, promo can actually help her a lot because from her side she can provide the mature great songs and the great vocals and if promoted properly MC can actually beat this myth about aging stars. Look at #Beautiful, even though it got little promo but it was aired on American Idol and it shot straight into the top 20s. I think Mariah has great potential to get more hits if she is promoted right and if she makes the right single choices. (Friday 10 July 2015; 0:37)

Ariana (55,165) by Giovanni from USA Is nothing more than a snobby, spolied brat who lives in Mariah's shadow. I'm glad she was dissed. I'd a done the same thing. If she hates America well get out. Oh and I'm still wanting for her to get a number one song. *shade* (Friday 10 July 2015; 0:36)

Mimi (55,163) by B from USA I remember those rumors. I just assumed the author confused the Infinity video shoot with a documentary. I assumed it was a worker at Caesars Palace that saw Ratner and his crew filming Mariah and thought she was filming a documentary. (Friday 10 July 2015; 0:20)

B (55,162) by Mimi L. from Empower Your Highlighter I agree with you on the Ariana thing. What she did was bad and she deserved the backlash she got. Although I don't think BBs' stupid article will suddenly change people's negative opinion about her behavior, it was a pretty pathetic attempt by her team. The girl uses her age excuse differently every time to suit her liking. Example, when people call her out for her over sexual image the "oh she is a woman now not a child" excuse comes forth. When she is licking other people's food and yelling about the land she lives in, she is "young, she didn't understand". She quickly apologized for the "America" comment because she knew that it offended a lot of people, plus unfortunately for her it was also 4th of July, but she didn't bother apologizing her tongue on food other people might eat. Like if you and I would lick that donut and it was caught on camera, it would be turned into a major deal. She deserved the backlash, she shouldn't be spared just because she is 22, when Justin Bieber's actions are heavily criticized (which he deserves too). The way she just said "I hate Americans and America" makes you wonder about the rumors of her saying "I hope they all die" about her fans. The comment was quite uncalled for. Anyways moving on to your other post, apparently there is a documentary in the making. Remember rumors about it surface a while back. It's supposedly named "A Butterfly in Vegas" and it's for HBO. (Thursday 9 July 2015; 23:41)

Age and getting hits (55,161) by Luke from United Kingdom Although I do agree it's harder for an artist to get hits as they get older I don't think it's impossible. Artists younger than Mariah are struggling even at their age which is sad, but I do believe if any older artist is going to gain another hit it will be Mariah. I can listen to various songs by Janet or Madonna and although a lot are good, not many touch me like so many of Mariah's songs do. The thing is, if you write a song and produce it well it can become a hit. Look at We Belong Together, they released that at a point in her career where so many people pushed her aside and considered her finished. That song stayed number 1 for 14 weeks because it face slapped people in the feels. When that happens people will buy regardless of your age. I might be getting my hopes up and she might not be ontop again but I do think if anyone can do it, it's her. Infinity isn't her most personal song but more of a safe option to edge her back into the game. I think she has something planned that's going to go along with the Game Of War ads. I was thinking it would be cool if she went down a war drum-esque sound since those types of games are so popular and shows like Game Of Thrones. Florence & The Machine's new album is a great example of that kinda sound with the use of trumpets (How Big, How Blue, How Beautiful). I think it would sounds fresh, especially for Mariah. (Thursday 9 July 2015; 21:41)

Billboard (55,160) by B from USA Billboard published an article defending Ms. Grande and it is another example of ageism and bias. Defending an "artist" after she is caught licking doughnuts and saying she hates America because of her age is ridiculous. She isn't a child, she's twenty two years old. (Thursday 9 July 2015; 21:29)

Mariah's latests songs? (55,159) by Liz Archer from Sweden I really don't get why good or interesting songs like Meteorite, You Don't Know What to Do, Thirsty, I'll Be Lovin' U Long Time etc have not got higher buzz? Can someone explain me this? I like these songs so why aren't people liking them? (Thursday 9 July 2015; 21:28)

#1 To Infinity (55,158) by B from USA Mariah's Las Vegas residency has been so successful I think she should do a documentary. (Thursday 9 July 2015; 20:51)

this_is_qhm (55,157) by NHYTG from nyc I do agree with you but look at Madonna's and Janet's latest singles, Madonna's or Jennifer Lopez' latest abums or Whitney's latest live album. Same stories, only marginal success. I don't expect huge sales for Janet's forthcoming album either. Seems like when an artist gets older their releases seem to be just interesting for their fanbase. So be it. I don't mind Mariah not being as successful as she once was. Sales of MIAMTEC may have been poor but it's one of my favorite Mariah albums anyway. As long as she is not making desperate moves (thinking of the video's for Booty or Bitch I'm Madonna) to gain some success it's fine with me. (Thursday 9 July 2015; 12:37)

All that promotion (55,156) by this_is_qhm from the Philippines So Infinity has joined the rest of all the singles post-#Beautiful that underperformed. Every release, we seem to always find ourselves suggesting that Mariah should do this or do that like how this artist did this and it worked, blah blah blah. I'm guilty of it. Most of us are. Maybe that's just us wanting her to succeed as much as possible. But we also often forget that the thing about promotion is that it's not a one-size-fits-all thing. Just like everything in the music industry nowadays, it's a case-to-case-basis thing, and a significant bulk of it depends on luck and timing. Sometimes it's hard to be a Mariah fan. I try to be positive, but there certainly are moments when I get frustrated because Mariah deserves to be on top and she isn't. Every time I listen to MIAMTEC, I hear a masterpiece that has sadly fallen mostly on deaf ears. Sorry, did not mean to be a downer. It's just sad when great artists don't get the credit and respect they deserve. (Thursday 9 July 2015; 11:27)

Vegas concert tonight (55,155) by Leigh from USA Just got back to my room, and I must say I expected a little more. Naw just messing with you. It was awesome. She started a little edgy and admittedly her voice did crack one teeny time early on, but she really killed it otherwise. The whistlenotes were right on and didn't sound labored, especially when she can hold the last one so long at the end. But it was her lower register that floored me. She really used it well tonight. (Thursday 9 July 2015; 7:43)

The next album (55,154) by Amber C from USA The way Mariah put it Me I Am Mariah was null. Lol. It's basically Glitter number two. Half of Memoirs and the whole of Chanteuse were dedicated to Nick. She is probably going to run away from the sounds of those albums. Lol. I want new music and hopefully a stronger vocal so that Mariah can perform new music live again. It's about time. (Thursday 9 July 2015; 4:48)

Ex lamb (55,153) by Ty from USA I asked my friend why he was no longer a Mariah fan. He was a diehard. He really had a lot to say, he said he hated infinity because they hyped it up and the song was horrible, videos were late, her live performances are 50-50 and he paid good money for shows and she lipped portions or high notes and she is basically destroying her legacy trying to be 12. He has been so disappointed in her the last 5 years and her ignoring the last cd was the final blow, [...] and [...] being ignored was his final straw. He finished by saying she is worth millions but out of shape. Wearing dresses where she looks 3 months pregnant. I wonder how many other lambs feel like him. (Thursday 9 July 2015; 3:56)

Mariah snaps back at Wendy? (55,152) by Ardis Logic from Earth MC posted a picture of this quote on her Facebook page that says "When you are a giraffe and you receive criticism from turtles, they are reporting the view from the level they are on. - Bishop T.D. Jakes." Ouch. Ha ha. Good one MC. (Thursday 9 July 2015; 2:45)

"Sky's-the-limit wedding"? (55,151) by Ardis Logic from Earth Oh my. Looks like MC is going to be married again, as soon as she get divorced from Nick. Talk about moving on in a big way. Wow. Just shocking. If this is all true I wish them both the best in love and happiness. (Thursday 9 July 2015; 2:29)

Money / Amber C (55,150) by Tevin from USA Yes I was talking about the song [...]. My comment was just edited though. (Thursday 9 July 2015; 1:42)

Heartbreaker / Mimi L and Matty (55,149) by Musti from UK I love the remix with Missy and Da Brat. That loop of Ain't No Fun is absolutely timeless. She sings it like a ballad. Her hottest song in my opinion. I like the Oprah performance as well. It's cute. (Thursday 9 July 2015; 1:22)

These songs are why Mariah is the best / James Packer songwriting influence (55,148) by Bobby A from United States 1. There's Got To Be A Way 2. Til The End Of Time 3. The Wind 4. Hero 5. Music Box 6. Anytime You Need A Friend 7. One Sweet Day 8. I Am Free 9. Looking In 10. Butterfly 11. Fourth Of July 12. Outside 13. Close My Eyes 14. Can't Take That Away From Me 15. Rainbow 16. Vulnerability 17. Petals 18. Love Will Lead The Way 19. Twister 20. Saving Grace 21. Sunflowers For Alford Roy 22. Fly Like A Bird 23. Mine Again 24. I Wish You Well 25. Languishing 26. Cry 27. Camouflage 28. Heavenly (No Ways Tired/Can't Give Up Now) 30. Crybaby 31. Alone In Love 32. Sent From Up Above Anybody who questions her songwriting ability should listen to these songs. For Mariah's next album lambs, we are going to get some of Mariah's best songwriting all because of James Packer. I believe we are going to get that next Daydream album we have been waiting for. Mark my words. (Thursday 9 July 2015; 0:59)

Emotions vs. The Wind (55,147) by nikki from usa Lol. Originally, I went over a 1500 character tangent on the Emotions album before deciding to shorten it way up. Too much cutting and pasting sentences and didn't bother to re-read before posting. Yes, The Wind was meant to be an eventual single, not the first. You're So Cold was supposed to lead. True. It was supposed to say The Wind was actually the first album title before Emotions and was supposed to be a single according, but I thought that sounded weird, unclear, and tried to re-word it to no avail. The article from a long ass time ago mentioned releasing The Wind as a single to show Mariah's versatility and maturity as an artist. I don't know why they never did release You're So Cold or The Wind. I think YSC would've made a better follow up to Can't Let Go. Also, as great of a vocal as If It's Over is I think The Wind would've carried more impact. The vocals and content were simply haunting. I'll stop the tangent here because I could go on and on about this album forever. (Thursday 9 July 2015; 0:41)

Re: snubs by Nikki (55,146) by Travon..SweetSweetFantasy from USA Nikki I completely agree with you 100 percent. I have said the same before here and I am happy someone agrees with me. The [...] and the [...] suck. Mariah is the trailblazer for this generation. These kids buying [...] and [...] music should understand Mariah Carey is the blueprint for a pop career. R&B/Rap music would suck now if pop never existed. It sucks she receives so much criticism for being authentic. I always believed the public hates her because they cant shake her and that is why I love Mariah Carey. She cares to win [...] but her impact carries more weight than to win. She knows it too. (Thursday 9 July 2015; 0:17)

Mimi L and Heatbreaker (55,145) by Matty from Vancouver Canada I 150% agree with you, Heartbreaker is such an enduring song that never sounds dated no matter what the current pop-music trend is. It's absolutely in my top 3 of her #18's as well. I love it because I still hear "Heartbreaker" and "Fantasy" every weekend at the most popular clubs here in VanCity (straight and gay bars), and both song still pack the dance floor inspiring Mariah-waving-hand-singing across the club. The mash-up of the two versions in Vegas gave me life. (Thursday 9 July 2015; 0:11)

Improvise (55,144) by nikki from usa Sometimes, you just can't hit those notes and have to improvise on the spot. Apparently, you really can make up for a lack of notes by just looking happy to be there. (Wednesday 8 July 2015; 23:48)

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