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Vegas (49,010) by Jake from New Zealand No, no and no. Like somebody said, that's career suicide. She will never bounce back if she goes to Vegas. Plus I don't think the sales will even be good, after recent bad performances. So all around its a terrible career choice. I'd rather she stops making albums and enjoy the rest of her life. (Wednesday 7 January 2015; 12:16)

Interview inquiry (49,009) by OGmattyICE from US Hi lambily, I don't check in very often but I would like to say "Hi I'm still alive." I also came to ask for assistance about a certain interview. Here is an interview I have watched and it's Weird Al doing a parody interview with Mariah from it looks to be around 1993/1994 era. I was just asking if anyone knew anything about the real interview or when this video was filmed or for what source. Any help would be greatly appreciated. I would love to watch the actual interview. Thanks. (Wednesday 7 January 2015; 10:27)

Vegas is career suicide (49,008) by Nathan from USA Vegas just turns artists into hasbeens. She under no circumstances needs to lock herself into another disastrous deal ala AI. Not to mention she's only received negative publicity regarding her current vocal condition for over 1-2 years, starting back with the May 13 AI taping fiasco, following GMA performance with the east/west coast dubbing plus a definitely tipsy-drunk MC, then the BET Honors lip of the remix, the Chanteuse and Rockefeller performances, not too mention other high profile misses she's had in recen't years; the MJ funeral, almost all morning show/non-pretaped performances. I don't think it would even sell well to be honest PS. Watch, she's gonna bring out those Asia/Beacon wigs and just burn any possibility of a comeback into dust. (Wednesday 7 January 2015; 7:35)

Emotions (49,007) by Bill from the UK Feel sorry for Emotions not making it on to the Twitter cover page, that's one of my faves. (Wednesday 7 January 2015; 7:20)

Abraham (49,006) by Bill from the UK It's odd you say that about the debut album as I have been listening to it for the past few days too. I go through stages of not playing it for a long time, then bingeing on it for two weeks. Please give "You Need Me" another chance though, I think it is great. I love the way she sings "before you act so hastily", it just sounds so good each time. I've now switched over to the singles and am listening to the TGTBAW remixes and Someday remixes. I love the 12" Jackswing Mix of Someday. (Wednesday 7 January 2015; 7:19)

John john from UK (49,005) by enwar00 from usa I'm with you. That'll be the excuse I need to go to Vegas. I hope it's soon. (Wednesday 7 January 2015; 7:19)

Vegas (49,004) by Mara from United States Do you think if this turns out to be true, this will become a show of her number one songs live? I mean think about it. All those other performers that have done the shows in Las Vegas have hits but none have the number ones that Mariah has. They can promote it doing something with her 25 years in the business with all of her number one songs. She has enough to more than complete a set list. It would remind people of her legacy and help it at that. I don't think it would be a bad thing at all. It did good for Britney, and being a mother it will keep her grounded and in one place, not to mention keep her relevant and in the general publics eyes is good, since they quickly forget. Although Mariah is "no one" to forget and never will be forgotten. Just feel like this is getting interesting and that MC25 as Cameo said, "This stuff is starting now." (Wednesday 7 January 2015; 6:55)

Mariah's debut album (49,003) by Abraham from USA For the past two days I have been listening to Mariah's first album. It's been awhile because the first one I bought was all scratched up. So I ordered a new one from Amazon and I've been enjoying it. It's my all time favorite album out of any of my favorite artists. In my opinion Mariah has the best debut album out of any female artist. The only song I don't like is "You need me". "Vision of love" is phenomenal, and one of her most legendary, iconic songs. "There's got to be a way" is a very special song. The lyrics are amazing. This song showcases her writing skills and talent. "I don't wanna cry" is a masterpiece, very 1990. "Somebody" is brilliant, catchy and her voice sounds great. "Vanishing" is one of her more personal songs and she shows off her amazing range. "All in your mind" is nice. "Alone in love" is dark and deep. Beautiful music, beat and lyrics. "Sent from up above" is nice, though not one I admire. Still a good song. "Prisoner" is cool. And I think it should have been a single. And last, my favorite fom the album, "Love takes time". I always repeat it more than once. Beautiful song. Mariah should sing this live one day. (Wednesday 7 January 2015; 1:46)

Vegas (49,002) by John john from UK This is gonna be awesome. I will be flying from the UK to see her at least once. Basically, if she signs and you're a true lamb then support her. It's pretty simple. She's gonna be amazing. I can't wait. Iv'e seen her in Vegas twice already and she was awesome. Amazing vocals and looks. (Wednesday 7 January 2015; 0:27)

Covers (49,000) by Dove from USA Whenever I feel heartbroken about my failing marriage, I listen to Love Someone by Jason Mraz. It makes me feel hopeful about the future and reminds me what romantic love is supposed to be like. It didn't work out with our exes because they weren't the right ones. When we find the right person, the timing is perfect. That person will be our partner, lover, and friend. I would like for Mariah to cover Love Someone and release it as a digital download the week of Valentine's Day along with End Of The Road. One to get the tears out and one to lift us up and give us hope. (Tuesday 6 January 2015; 21:20)

A Song For Mama (48,998) by Dove from USA I also really like A Song For Mama by Boyz II Men. On this earth I love my son the most and then my mom is next. My son is going through a stage where sometimes he acts like he hates me. Sometimes I question myself, and my choices, and I wonder if I'm doing a good job as a parent. He went to stay with his dad and his new girlfriend for Christmas break. His first night back I went into his room to say goodnight and he said, "Mom, you're a good mom, I'm glad that you're my mom." My heart felt like it was going to explode with happiness. Even thinking about it right now makes me feel euphoric. That's the best gift a child can give to his mom. I love my mom a ton, too, but I don't always tell her. I guess I didn't want her to feel too proud of herself, or something, and I was resentful of the things she did wrong. but honestly, I dread the day when she won't be here anymore. My mom loves me unconditionally, she's been there for me no matter what, and I can trust her. She was my first friend. After my son told me that, I'm making a conscious effort to tell my mom how amazing she is as much as I can because I know now how much that means to a mom. I know Mariah wrote a song for her dad but I don't think she's written one for her mom yet. That's another one for my wish list. It can be released as a digital download on Mother's Day. (Tuesday 6 January 2015; 20:49)

Viva la Mariah (48,997) by Warrior Butterfly from USA This might be a good re-surge for her Celine and Britney both reside their and do albums also both have said it was easier to be with their families. Also Garth Brooks and Shania Twain both had great runs. From what I have read it's not as huge as a stadium so it's easier to accommodate your audience as smaller crowd. Barry Manilow talks to his audience either as whole or individually depending on the night. I'd say go for it. Vegas is not really seen as place old musician go and live their golden years but a re-birth. (Tuesday 6 January 2015; 20:32)

Covers (48,996) by Dove from USA End Of The Road by Boyz II Men. Anyone who has ever been divorced knows about divorce remorse. It's practically two of the five stages of grieving (denial and bargaining). That song was still popular way after it came out in 1992. I listened to that song in 1996 after my first heartbreak in middle school, along with the sad songs on Music Box and Daydream. Listening to it now, after getting a divorce, makes me see it in a different light. It also kinda fits with what's going on in Mariah's life right now. Maybe this song is not how she feels, but it could be, and it is for a lot of people. The reason I liked WBT so much is because I thought it was about her, that she was regretful of choosing a rich old man over her true love and was getting a do-over in the video. If she recorded EOTR, I would like for it to stay as close to the original as possible, including keeping the spoken parts and the ad libs at around 3:00 where he sings: "End of the road, end of the road, that I know I can't let go baby. I don't know what I'm gonna do because I know I've come to the end of the road. Oh my God, oh my God. Help me out a little bit baby." I want her to keep it long and really get lost in it and make us feel it. Maybe it can be produced by Babyface and LA Reid to keep it as true to the original as possible. It can be released on Valentine's Day as a digital download. I think it could be a big hit as us 90's kids are jonesing for some nostalgia. When it's supposed to be "girl" she can say "babe" or "my love" so that it's gender neutral. Then, in the spoken part, where it goes, "All those times of night when you just hurt me and just ran out with that other fella" she can say "ran out with your other lover" instead. I think if she sounds really vulnerable during the spoken part it will work. (Tuesday 6 January 2015; 19:56)

Retro soul Motown (48,995) by B from USA I hope Mariah keeps making the retro soul throwback to Motown music that she made on MIAMTEC and TEOM. (Tuesday 6 January 2015; 19:15)

#1's in Vegas (48,994) by Chicago Lamb from USA Mariah will slay and I will fly out to see her live. (Tuesday 6 January 2015; 18:09)

Abraham (48,993) by Otti from Belgium When I said "clean it up" I meant image wise, since we live in a society were it's all about the image. Since the video Eternal, Mariah hasn't made another video to promote MIAMTEC. There were no interviews or magazine spreads. She used pictures from a year ago. And people were saying she is fotoshopped to the extreme, when she looked like that in the spring of 2013. You know what I'm talking about. If you look to the video of #Beautiful and the performance she did in 2013, she looks exactly like the cover art of MIAMTEC, what was released in 2014. We all know when Mariah is in good place, she gives interviews all over the world like it's nothing. On the otherhand, with no promo at all, no interviews, no campaign, she gave a succesful tour in Asia and downunder, sold 6 Christmas shows in New York. I never complain about her voice, on her "worst" she's still better than current artists at their best. I'm still wondering how artists like Katy and Rihanna score number one hits in the USA like it's nothing when they use autotune on stupid songs. (Tuesday 6 January 2015; 16:05)

Tours (48,992) by Angelo from Italy After talking about dvd's editing (and after understanding, in my opinion, that just the Unplugged and Proctor are dvd's I wanna own), I'd like to ask you, what was the last tour of an entire setlist without playback/pre-recording? Because I listen to the Butterfly tour and the Mimi tour and I noted a lot of pure playback, but I don't understand the Charmbracelet tour. I am sure of playback "Fantasy" but other songs? "Through the rain in Manila" is totally live? (Tuesday 6 January 2015; 15:41)

The undubbed (48,934) (48,991) by Warrior Butterfly from USA It explains why the performance seems a bit odd on the dvd editing wise, must have taken forever. Take 3 seems like the main version used. (Tuesday 6 January 2015; 7:28)

Edward / Otti (48,990) by Abraham from USA Thanks for the response. I agree, retro worked great with that album. Hopefully she will do some again sometime? Otti I like you, but I don't understand your post at all. You say Mariah needs to "clean it up", yet she already has. She slayed all her Christmas shows and sounded the best she's ever sounded. So obviously she's doing something. Probably was vocal training. Also, she's lost some weight. (Tuesday 6 January 2015; 4:42)

Solution to a jazz album (48,989) by Darryle from USA While I'd love for Mariah to do a jazz album I don't want her to do one anytime soon. Meaning within the next 10 years. I know a lot of fans want one though. I think the best way for Mariah to do something closer to a jazz album would be to do smooth R&B. An album that's a combination of songs like The Wind, Bliss, Fourth Of July, The Impossible, Subtle Invitation, Circles, Mine Again, I wish You Knew etc. All these songs are smooth r&b but a lot of them have a jazz feel. It'd be an easy way for Mariah to ease herself into the jazz genre without having to do an album full of standards. (Tuesday 6 January 2015; 3:58)

#MC25 (48,988) by Darryle from USA So when I first heard about MC25 I assumed that we'd be getting a #1s album since Mariah's facebook page was all her number one singles but now I think it could be that or something different. Mariah's twitter cover is all of her albums including MIAM. So I don't really know what she's planning now. I guess I'll have to wait to find out. (Tuesday 6 January 2015; 3:53)

I'm glad you asked Nathan (48,986) by nikki from usa Since the press now considers tabloids as a "source" I'm far more wary of what is commonly tossed around as "facts". The initial reports of MC's Tribecca home stated that she was renting it and the name of the owner it actually belongs to. It was worth 9 million. I always wondered if it was a rent to own type of thing or not. But, I've yet to find a reliable source that talked about purchasing it. A lot of people report she bought a place in Aspen when, in fact, she rents it each year. That's the same for the house in Capri. Mariah went on record herself to state as much (Capri and Aspen). The home in California was purchased for just under 7 million which is less than 9 million. It's not "Mariah's" because she and Nick own it together. I'm not sold on the Bahamas home belonging to her due to the frequency it's cited how often she "owns" things she's renting. We never even heard of this residence until she got married, so we have no idea how much she paid for it or when if she is indeed the owner. How much properties are worth now is irrelevent to how much she originally paid for them. I did a rough estimate based on published articles from her glam team who gave sums of how much they make and how often MC requires their services. I added published articles of shopping sprees over the years into an average. 15% is an average paid to publicists, managers, etc. But, they only get paid based off what she earns. My estimate was only for her "lifestyle". (Tuesday 6 January 2015; 3:19)

Talking about covers (48,985) by Otti from Belgium I think [...], sung and written by R Kelly, would be a great cover for Mariah to do. She can do her powerhouse vocals on it with a great gospel chords. (Tuesday 6 January 2015; 2:38)

Re: Nikki (48,984) by Nathan from USA I'd really like to know where you came up with those figures. First of all, Carey owns her penthouse in TriBeCa and purchased it for 9 million in 2000, it's worth $25 million now. Carey lives in the 16-18 floors, the 15th floor just sold for 13.5 million. She also owns the home in LA with Nick for 10 million and the home in the Bahamas worth well over 5 million. PS. The 2 million a year upkeep for her lifestyle is absurd, nor could you have any idea what that number is. Having a 24 hour entourage is incredibly expensive, not to mention her taxes, fees for managers and publicists, shopping, vacations etc. I wouldn't be surprised if with current inflation rates, she's spending 5-10 million a year. (Tuesday 6 January 2015; 1:21)

Re: Danny / lifestyle (48,983) by nikki from usa Initially, Mariah was in an interesting position because she was getting paid $2 per album where other artist's were getting paid 1. She also received an extra 50 cents per album sold for songwriting credits. Add up 100 million albums sold and that 250 million dollars. She would've received an additional 50 cents per album for the ones she also produced. Of course, this is before we count up tours, commercials, and vhs/dvd sales. Mariah shouldn't ever want for money. Glitter gave her a 20 million advance and then Virgin paid 28 million to buy her out of contract. That's 48 million for 1 year without accounting for her undisclosed multimillion dollar deal merger of Pepsi and iTunes. Yet, the first thing Mariah did was begin creating a new album even though she had no label at the time. It wasn't because she needed the money. She's a singer/songwriter at heart and that's what she does. I don't think Mariah will ever want for money. I think her "tour" was to pay her label back for her 4 million advance since they didn't make that back with her album. MC actually doesn't spend that much in respect to her fortune. People like Madonna and MJ had 20+million dollar homes. MC's most expensive is a 9 million penthouse, but she rents it. She could leave it at anytime. All of her other property is far less expensive. Mariah spends around 2 million per year on average from what I could gather. At the end of the day, Mariah makes that in interest alone. (Monday 5 January 2015; 21:10)

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