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Mariah Carey / it is time (50,131) by Edward from USA Mariah you are the epitome of true talent. It is time for you to trust somebody, maybe L.A. Read, to put together a great team, delegate, so you don't have to be so stressed over every aspect of your career. Once a good team has been put together, let them do their jobs while you worry about your music, writing, recording. Get in shape, get a vocal coach if you don't have one, and let the team work the rest. You rather have loving nannies than abusive ones, they'll never replace you as the loving mom that you are. Put your money to good use, most of us can't pay a life coach or a therapist when our lives are not going that well. Control can drive some people over the edge, it is good to have it, but too much of it is never healthy. When you were more worried about producing great albums, excellent songs, you looked happier and way much more humble. Many of us love that humble woman from Long Island, that one you dusted off and so gracefully brought back on Ellen no long ago. It is not even about the belting, "Misty Moon" and "Looking In" are examples of soul and emotion through your gift. I miss you. (Saturday 14 February 2015; 18:18)

MC 2015 (50,130) by Emmanuel from Canada I think MC should make another duet with Miguel or even Sam Smith. They both have a very urban texture to their voices, still yet they are mainstream pop. In my opinion, Mariah has nothing to prove. However, I would like to see her score that 19th and 20th #1, just to make a point to the industry that "you can't right off true talent" (NTQ). Also, I think the MIAMTEC era could have been perfect if she just released the album back in July 2013. Except for Dedicated, the other two songs she added (Thirsty, Money) didn't really add any value to the record. MIAMTEC is such a strong body of work, it really makes be upset that it didnt get the exposure it deserved. Finally, I think MC has something special planned for the lambily for 2015. She is purposely laying low and is going to come out swinging very soon. I think she is in the process of losing some weight, getting her voice and performances together. I think she is ready and wants to conquer the world again. (Saturday 14 February 2015; 16:41)

Re: The one with the nonsense (50,122) by Andrew from UK (50,129) by Webmaster Eric from the Netherlands It seems you get your kicks out of hurting Mariah and her fans. You never have anything nice to see about Mariah and her fans. Everytime Mariah makes a mishap, you're the first to tell us in long tedious messages. Of course you're not the only one to do so, but you're the only who brings it up weeks and even months after it happened. Again and again so that no one will ever forget it. The Jamaica concert was two weeks ago and the rest of us have already moved on, but here you are, Mr. Negative, to remind us all why Mariah will never be able to sing live again. If someone tells you they are sick of your negativity, you will bash them. We know you don't like Mariah (we even wonder if you ever did), we know you think she is a has-been, we know you can't see anything positive about her and her fans, we all know you can stand the fans who still believe in her (you were never one of us and you will never be), we all know that so it's no use to tell us that again and again, week after week, month after month, year after year. If someone comes up with reasons (I mean reasons and not excuses) for a mishap, you say we are sugar-coating. Your point of view is the thruth and anyone who disagrees is an idiot. If someone says they don't like your attitude in a gentle way, you get nasty on a personal level. Quite frankly, I'm getting sick of you and I wonder if I should stop posting your messages. (Saturday 14 February 2015; 16:18)

New direction (50,128) by George Golden from UK EDM will be an amazing direction to go for Mariah to be honest. Metereotite is a revelation but as usual bad decisions prevented that song to soar. Songs in that vein would be really great. Triumphant Pulse Remix was stunning but yet again it took the back seat from the uproar the original caused. I will keep saying this hoping she hears, people are sick of the rap collabos. Her videos too need a real artistic and abstract direction instead of all the"look at me I am so sexy" videos. She needs a serious change in direction now. Times have changed and video views go a long way for a hit these days. Her best video I think is Dreamlover, she was carefree and beautiful in that video without all that akwardness her latest videos seem to have. She needs a serious damage control, go on Oprah and other talk shows and talk sincerely about everything that is going on. Her voice, new music, current music stars or even create a reality show with fans making up beats and lyrics for you and then choose a winner to write and produce some of your singles. Just saying. (Saturday 14 February 2015; 16:04)

My take on the negativity of some people here who call themselves a Mariah fan (50,127) by Robby from Chicago USA 1. We are human beings more than a fan and therefore, we have the right to voice out our opinions, criticisms and appreciatios on anything or to anyone. 2. A fan is someone who listens to the music, buys the music, watches the shows/concerts of the artist that you identify yourself as a fan. And therefore, statement #1 applies to you. However, if you only criticize, expresses your opinion when the person makes mistakes, can you consider yourself a fan? I know a specific person who posts messages here only when Mariah stumbles or falls but when she rises back, he never say anything to appreciate Mariah. With that, I am more than convinced that he is not really a fan. He has too much negativity towards Mariah and I fell bad for him because he spends time to come to this website and post messages when in fact, he does not like Mariah. If I were you, I will do something more valuable with my time. 3. To us "real" fans of Mariah, let's continue to support her. Do not be bothered with the negativity around here. Read their messages but only pick up those constructive criticisms. Voice out your opinions but ponder on things that makes you a fan or hers. (Saturday 14 February 2015; 15:25)

Next video director: Lee Daniels (50,126) by T from USA He always has her back and she trusts him. His work on Empire is epic and he is amazing director. I really hope she gets him to do her next video. (Saturday 14 February 2015; 15:21)

Sony Epic (50,124) by T from USA I think Mariah needs the support of a strong label behind her. Doing it on her own will lead to minimal success as we saw with the whole MIAMTEC era. Remember the label was only there at the beginning, but unlike all her previous albums she was the exclusive executive producer on this last one. So any money to be made back was only going to her. She was the only one invested in it and the only one bound to make money if it was a success. So MIAMTEC was her project. The only thing is the label was still in charge of picking the singles (which hurt the project, yes). But Mariah on her own can only really have the success of the tail end of 2014, the TEC shows and the Beacon Christmas shows. Her strength isn't managing. (Saturday 14 February 2015; 14:59)

The one with the nonsense (50,122) by Andrew from UK Again, "argumentum ad hominem": you can't criticise what I'm saying so you criticise me. I truly don't care. Shelly, your comment smacks of lunacy. Put down the pipe. Taylor, your post was hilarious and actually brightened up my day. Have you ever seen the Friends episode where Joey writes Monica and Chandler a letter using a thesaurus to sound clever, but uses so many synonyms and incorrect words it reads as complicated garbage? Did you get a thesaurus for Christmas? Eg. "Convey undertones"? Undertones come from the literal sound of something being said. Perhaps you meant "overtones"? My "attempts are veiled by my nature"? Stop trying to sound clever. It doesn't win the argument, it makes you sound strange. You would be wise not to debate me based upon what you have written. I do not "bully" Mariah (you can look that one up), and I do not belittle *all* those who "support" her. As I have stated often, it's not due to so-called "recent mishaps" (? lol) but a several-year long career trajectory steered by one awful decision after another and performances which are lies which were going to get found out and ruin her legend. And looky here, what's happening now? I bemoan anyone now who sugar-coats. Don't like my delivery? I really don't care. So many people are fed-up with her attitude. The "yes-fans" like you are dangerous, aiding in the end of Mariah's career. You're no better than the "yes-men" around her for which you blame almost everything. Enjoy your high ground. N.b. I didn't praise the Beacon Theatre shows because of the massive use of lip-syncing. To do so would have been to have tried to pretend the ongoing and worsening crisis has gone away just because I wanted it to. However the Ellen interview/skit was praised as it was a return to the fun, relevant, engaging Mariah that once was. Pay attention, up there. (Saturday 14 February 2015; 14:19)

We can make it if we try (50,121) by Luke from United Kingdom We should have more faith in her. This is the woman who wrote "Make it Happen" and "Fly Like a Bird". She seems to have the frame of mind that makes something good out of a bad experience, and learns from it. Do I think she'll forever drop lip-synching? No, I would imagine she does this now to avoid hurting her voice. She doesn't need to do it on every song though. I would rather have decent albums than constant live performances that could possibly ruin her indefinitely. She's just come out a relationship. People do things to make themselves feel better when this happens, like wear statement gowns, wear more make-up or put on a diva act to hide the hurt. It's not always about making excuses for her, It's about understanding that people deal with life differently. (Saturday 14 February 2015; 13:07)

Thoughts (50,120) by clueey23 from USA I got tickets to the 5/20 show for Valentines. I just thought I'd share. I'm so geeked. Everything put aside I wish that MCs accomplishments would just speak for themselves. I feel that the media is this way with MC because she rarely has done any press in the last couple of years, and especially now that she is the process of divorce, which just leads to speculation. We need MC to do an Oprah Next Chapter episode. And clarify just a few things for the general public and her fans. But people this is our favorite who was basically dumped on by her husband who she thought was the love of her life. Our girl is in pain now with two babies. Be easy and empathetic to her situation off the stage. And I honestly love MC live sounding rougher than ever and all. Jamaica was a miss for some but for me it was a hit. Fantasy was rediculous, but her adlibs were pretty. We Belong Together was rediculous in the end. She made up for all of that with Shake It Off and Vision Of Love. I love it when she plays with her songs, changes the words or just clearly changes the way they were originally sung. Also people MC has personality. I've never been to a Beyoncé concert that wasn't so very calculated down to ever word that was spoken, everything like a robot. Whereas MC can sing us a song on the whem that she thought of in her head and crack jokes and make me laugh like a friend who happens to be an icon. (Saturday 14 February 2015; 11:52)

Andrew (50,118) by Dove from USA I feel heavily on my heart to ask you to please use your gifts for good, you are so smart and talented. You don't need to be afraid because you are loved. The entire universe is conspiring to help you, and what you need is already on its way. When it arrives, please accept it because you are worthy. Don't worry about the past because it's already gone. Each moment is a chance to start over. I'm sending peaceful thoughts your way and I hope that you'll accept them. Be well Andrew. (Saturday 14 February 2015; 8:36)

Next video (50,117) by Abraham from USA Mariah should get a good video director to direct her next video. Say like Brett Ratner. He's still around? The video could tell a story, or just be fun like "Beautiful". Many don't like it but I do. Honestly, how many women have looked that damn gorgeous at 43. She looked amazing. In my opinion "You're mine" has been her worst video. It gave me nothing. So hopefully we good a nice, cool video. Favorite of all time is "Fantasy". (Saturday 14 February 2015; 7:50)

Bad label (50,116) by nikki from usa I'm not happy about MC signing onto another label. I think she's playing it "safe" instead of coming into her own. The music-scape of the 90's is gone. If the label isn't willing to put much into an artist, they won't see the light of day. I don't want to deja vu her last album again. The labels pick sucky singles. The labels want her to regurgitate old formulas. She's forever complaining about such things. I think songs like Lil' Love, Help Me Make It Through The Night, Right To Dream, Miss You, Do You Think Of Me, Don't Stop, and the like are some of her best material. She's great when she branches out and tries new things. The time to take the lead and do her own thing is now. At the very least, if she were to fall on her face there wouldn't be any disillusionment on what she needs to do. But, signing with another label now only ensures she won't be able to do her own thing until her 50's. I wish she would decide what she really wants and put a professional team in place to reach that goal. Another label is doomed to make MC redo old MC material and music structures. That time has passed. If Tommy, Medina, LA Reid, and Clive Davis can make her a star than any competent person can. It's time for Mariah to make Mariah Carey a star. (Saturday 14 February 2015; 7:37)

Rihanna / MIAM / next album (50,115) by Abraham from USA I'm not worried about Rihanna. I know if Mariah brings her A game and comes out with a good song, she'll have herself a hit. I for one would like her to either tie or break The Beatles' record. Back in '08 when Mariah was in my newspaper's Parade, it was called "Mariah's surprise". Will Mariah Carey top Elvis? And what do you know, she did with "Touch my body". Even though that's a song I never listen to, it was a hit. So Mariah can most definitely tie or break The Beatles' record. "Beautiful" made it to number 15. She can do it again. I agree with Lamb_O_Chop. "MIAM" is a masterpiece and one of Mariah's strongest albums since "TEOM". Mariah knows it tanked and that she needs a hit. Don't act like she doesn't because I'm sure she does. She always comes back. She did with the "Butterfly" album, and again with "The emancipation of Mimi". Whenever she hits a low point in her life, or goes through something terrible, she finds a way and bounces back. Work on that voice, image, diva persona and music, and Mariah will have success again. Her next album will be a smash. It's just up to us fans to support her and buy it. (Saturday 14 February 2015; 7:33)

Andrew's post (50,086) (50,113) by Stacey from USA I hate to say it, but he has got a point, a lot of good points quite frankly. At some point, we as fans run out of excuses. At what point do we say the problem lies with Mariah? Yes, she is going through a lot of personal issues. If those personal issues are hurting your professional endeavors, it stands to reason she would take time off. Rosie O'Donnell (not a huge fan of hers, BTW), left The View to focus on her personal issues (impending divorce, etc). Maybe M needs to do the same. I hope doing the Vegas shows, looking back at her 18 #1s, all success that entails will boost her self esteem. (Saturday 14 February 2015; 6:31)

Is she a victim of or accomplice to her problems? (50,112) by Marissa from USA I don't believe that there's a media conspiracy against Mariah. When it comes to the media, everyone is fair game. No one is going to coddle her like her fanbase. It's not like they are slaughtering her because she accidentally fell on stage or forgot three words in a song. She's more often than not giving performances that are straight up embarrassing, and she doesn't even give a s*** about rectifying the issue. If MC was dressing age-appropriate and on point, actively taking care of her voice, quit lipsyncing and retired the diva antics and was still getting dragged, then I would blame the media, but she is her own worst enemy. Mariah needs to completely get out of her own way first before I start blaming any outside sources. You can't blame outsiders unless you know that you are doing everything in your power to achieve excellence. (Saturday 14 February 2015; 6:02)

Twitter update / Michael Bolton (50,111) by Darryle from USA A fan asked when a Mariah and Michael Bolton collaboration was going to happen and Mariah responded: "Gotta Make it Happen" and Mariah responded "One Sweet Day". I could be reaching for something that's not there, but the possibility of a Michael Bolton collaboration is very exciting. I hope Mariah wasn't just responding to be nice. (Saturday 14 February 2015; 4:49)

Records are made to be broken (50,110) by Warrior Butterfly from USA Oprah said this to Mariah in '99. I think when she got nervous about being so close to braking the Beatles' record. New talent will always be around the corner. Realistically Mariah will not hold her records forever. (Saturday 14 February 2015; 3:13)

Andrew (50,109) by Dove from USA I read your whole post and it actually wasn't that bad and you made some good points. The first time I started to read it I only read the first few lines and I thought it was goung in a different direction. I thought you were going to ask Clarice if she could hear the squealing of the lambs again, or something of that nature. I stopped reading because I didn't want to go back to work with negative vibes but that post was actually not that mean so thanks for making an effort. (Saturday 14 February 2015; 1:33)

Mimi (50,108) by B from USA I meant that as Rhianna working with him. She knows that he has a very huge and loyal fan base. I think the song sucks and I don't see it becoming a #1 so I'm not worried about it. I typed that message in a hurry but then the comments that followed inspired a wide range of emotions in me and I really am considering only coming here for news. Ive been visiting daily since the site launched. (Saturday 14 February 2015; 1:10)

Andrew (50,105) by Mimi L. from Empower Your Highlighter Just. Stop. Please. (Saturday 14 February 2015; 0:47)

Andrew, darling (50,104) by B from USA The Grammy's didn't want to be associated with Mariah? That comment is absurd. I fully understand why E=MC2 and Memoirs weren't nominated because the material didn't warrant a nomination but MIAMTEC did. It received some of the best reviews of her career. Think what you want but I suggest you read all articles before Touch My Body broke The King's record and after. Enlighten yourself before claiming the bleating of the lambs has started. I need to clarify something. I don't think he wants her to top MC. I think the industry and media in general want to see her dethroned or at the very least tied. She was knocked off her pedestal before and look what happened, she came back with an album loaded with songs that couldn't be denied and promoted that album like her life depended on it. (Saturday 14 February 2015; 0:44)

B (50,103) by Mimi L. from Empower Your Highlighter So what if he gets another #1 as a songwriter? Your initial claim was he is using Rihanna as part of his genius evil master plan to dethrone Mariah. Now you are going about another route. Stop trying to make everything a conspiracy. Plus I don't see what's the problem if McCartney is going for another #1. Isn't that what everyone in this industry is after? (Saturday 14 February 2015; 0:41)

Andrew (50,101) by B from USA I spent the day reading articles before the release of Touch My Body and after and came to my conclusion. Paul wants to keep that record as badly as Mariah wants to best it. Your post are the ones I skip because you are always the negative Nancy. Everything she does or releases isn't up to your standards, ever. (Saturday 14 February 2015; 0:28)

Hello (50,098) by B from USA If that song goes to #1 he also gets another #1 as a songwriter. He holds that title. I did my research, a lot of these blogs and so called media outlets only report the negative when it comes to Mariah. I'm sure she does a lot of things that could come off as arrogant but who doesn't in this industry? (Saturday 14 February 2015; 0:21)

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