The links you posted didn't work. (Tuesday 10 February 2015; 3:40)
MC1989 (49,997)
by Warrior Butterfly from USA
What's that link address? It didn't work. Or a key word search for YouTube. Thanks. (Tuesday 10 February 2015; 3:38)
The Grammy's (49,996)
by jaker20 from US
The whole time I'm watching the show, I was thinking of MC. It's so weird. Not because I know MC is more talented than most people in that room, but I also kept thinking that MC has not really given a mind-blowing performance in a big stage such as The Grammy's since 2006 after her TEOM year. I feel MC has really hit rock bottom these past few years. Rihanna was there singing her heart out. She can never touch MC's voice, but she was there singing live and performing. Madonna was there. She arrived and ruled the charts for a full decade before MC, yet she's also outlived MC's career. Beyonce was there, she arrived in the music scene a mere 7 years after MC, yet there she is closing the biggest show in music, nominated for multiple categories and still very much a major player. MC's career is not irreparable, not everything is lost. But it definitely makes me think MC's career sunk faster and sooner than I though it would. (Tuesday 10 February 2015; 3:32)
Clueey23 (49,995)
by Abraham from USA
Uh, where have you been? A lot of us have already given some ideas on what Mariah should do. She needs to find herself, work on her voice, get a new image and get a new sound. She needs to work with some other great song writers. I think if Mariah recorded songs with Bruno Mars, Sam Smith or any other hit artist. It would definitely help make her album even better. I am offended that Beyonce managed to snatch a Grammy for a trash song like "Drunk in love" when "Beautiful" got nada. As someone stated, now that Mariah is back with L.A Reid and Sony, he will be strict and guide her in the right direction. She needs someone who will be tough will her. I know she most definitely can have another successful comeback and hit album. It's really all up to her. She has to want it and believe in herself. (Tuesday 10 February 2015; 1:59)
Meteorite (49,994)
by B from USA
If Mariah had released Meteorite with remixes by Calvin Harris and David Morales with resung vocals and a video by a big name director she would have scored a huge hit. She still could if she decided to rerecord it with Calvin Harris and release it as a single to promote the reissue of #1's and MIAMTEC at the same time. She is still a genius songwriter and vocalist. She's just not comfortable on stage and it's obvious. Her nerves are bound to affect her voice. She still slays everyone in the studio. Her harmonies and background vocals are two of the things I look forward to everytime she releases a song or album. (Tuesday 10 February 2015; 1:40)
The Grammy's (49,993)
by B from USA
The fact that Mariah Carey has never won Record, Song, or Album of the Year is insane. The Grammy's failed to nominate Mariah Carey's latest album Me. I am Mariah... The Elusive Chanteuse which was praised by critics. MIAMTEC should have won Best Pop Vocal Album because she is The Voice. Beyonce won. Best R&B Song for Drunk In Love? Seriously? The disrespect was palpable in 2006. The show was promoted with the headline Comeback Queen Mariah Carey leads with 8 nominations and then they give her her awards off camera? #Beautiful with Miguel was huge. It sold over a million copies and deserved a nomination. I haven't watched since 06 and won't unti the rectify their blantant discrimination against MC proably stemming from her marriage to Tommy. (Tuesday 10 February 2015; 1:24)
Vocal preservation, lip syncing (49,992)
by Heinrich from South Africa
The type of vocal power/gymnastics that Mariah displays in that SNL performance and pretty much her entire catalogue, is not just taxing on ones vocal chordes, but physically it also requires a lot of stamina and endurance. Now, if Mariah was doing vocal recitals in a theatre, I would find her lipping and using a backtrack inexcusable, but clearly this is not the case. Trust me, belting Mariah Carey songs for two hours, on a outdoor stage, under scorching stage lights, while having to move around is not easy and can easily lead to vocal injury. We've seen this happening with the Daydream tour, hence the lipping becoming more apparent afterwards. In fact, I think the biggest thing holding Mariah back as a live singer now, is the phycological side effects of her past vocal injuries. (Tuesday 10 February 2015; 1:22)
SNL If it's over (49,991)
by THE TRUTH from USA
Well that's a wrap. Thanks for posting that. Those were the days. (Tuesday 10 February 2015; 0:49)
Videos Jamaica Jazz (49,990)
by radhames from Curacao
Lambs, I've uploaded some videos of our queen I filmed at the JaJazz. Sorry for the not so good quality. Listen how good she was sounding. Make it Happen: http://youtu.be/SnA4pOG-QMQ Vision of Love: http://youtu.be/Zn8bcD7NYLQ Always be my baby: http://youtu.be/lPFUlcgi9nw We Belong Together: http://youtu.be/B8m5DvG5We0 #Beautiful: http://youtu.be/kaXXpuPiwnQ Touch My Body: http://youtu.be/6czULGHW5Kg (Tuesday 10 February 2015; 0:17)
Thoughts (49,989)
by clueey23 from USA
I think MC should just continue to take her time. I couldn't imagine being her. The hurt the pain and everything. I think she should keep pushing forward. It's obvious for anyone who took the time to watch her last concert she was actually in good voice. And to be serious MC needs a new team of about every aspect when it comes to behind the curtain. And I need MC to take rehearsals serious. And we can still get a beautiful production. I thought the Merry Christmas concert stage was beautiful. And that's what we need, more of a production to tell the story of the song being sung. A great example of this was Sia last night at the Grammys. We never see her, ever. But with this performance she brought the video to the stage. MC can do this. She needs some of us on this message board to pitch some serious ideas. (Tuesday 10 February 2015; 0:06)
The Grammy's / today's music sucks (49,988)
by Ardis Logic from Earth
So you guys keep mentioning "The Grammy's" so here is my 2 cents. The Grammy's and today's music is crap. Not many people can sing very good without computerized effects. Ariana Grande? I don't see what the big deal is. She is nothing close to what Mariah did in her prime. The only person who sang pretty good was Lady Gaga and I am not a fan at all but she is talented and sounded pretty good. I can't stand Beyoncé, "they" kiss her ass way too much and it's sickening. Madonna? Yuck. Katy Perry is ok but I just think, over all, music today sucks. That is all. (Tuesday 10 February 2015; 0:04)
If It's Over / imperfection (49,986)
by Luke from United Kingdom
TJ that definitely is one of her best performances. I love the Grammys performance more though because of the glamour. I don't think much went wrong with her voice in the late 90's, except her confidence started wavering. All through the beginning of her career she almost had this guarantee that she could deliver well. Even when she was sick she sounded good. However, since her voice began to develop into a husky imperfect tone, she seemed to lose that confidence. Apart from rare occasions like at the Beacon when she knows her voice is in good shape, her insecurities seem to get the better of her. It's pretty obvious that she's a perfectionist which might explain so much lip-synching. She didn't need that at the beginning because her voice was almost perfect, which is what she's known for. It's easier to push your insecurities aside when you're younger. She just needs to realise that people like to hear the raw, imperfect chanteuse that lies somewhere in her. (Tuesday 10 February 2015; 0:02)
Re: The Truth /dDeeper issues stay with you (49,985)
by Ardis Logic from Earth
I don't know why you keep saying that I have personal issues. Maybe you are the one with the personal issues since you keep bringing that up. Is something I said hitting a nerve of yours? In that case I would advise you to seek the help you need. I have worked with abused/neglected children at a children's shelter, and have learned a lot about family dysfunction and personality disorders. That is why I am able to see things that others might not recognize. Family issues will stay with you throughout your life if you do not work on healing and dealing with them. I notice some of these things in Mariah. The only reason I brought up her family is because MCArchives posted an article about her brother who just so happens to be a "family" member. As a fan I care about Mariah and can see that she is obviously having a hard time in her life right now. Some of her personal problems could be caused by things in her past that she is still dealing with or has been traumatized by but never got over. Those issues will continue to cause problems for her unless she faces them and finally tries to deal. I have a feeling that she running from the pain and this is why we see her having issues throughout her life. That doesn't mean that I am 100% right. Just going by what I feel and see. That is just my opinion. I don't know what that bothers you so much but like I said maybe you are the one who needs the help. Hopefully we can move on from this topic now. (Monday 9 February 2015; 23:56)
Vocal coach / exercising (49,984)
by MC1989 from Spain
I recommend you to watch this clip from Celine Dion training her voice and explaining how she warms it up. (Monday 9 February 2015; 23:51)
[...] (49,983)
by George Golden from UK
Regarding my last message [...] part two to infinity. [...] was a nice change. [Webmaster: "Try to write understandable English, with the proper use of dots and capitals."] (Monday 9 February 2015; 23:49)
Pop album (49,982)
by George Golden from UK
I don't know what Mariah is doing, Rhianna is really trying to take her crown of number ones. I just hope this doesn't happen because it will be a travesty. Her new song with Kanye and Paul McCarthney is gaining ground. Mariah can't think outside the box of hip hop anymore, it's just frustrating. Since 2007 there hasn't been one smart move, it is either [...] part two to infinity or rent a rapper song, awkward videos, tacky clothes or bad live performances. She needs to come out her bubble, times have changed. Her last three albums have been the same kind of songs it so frustrating. Someone please come to this woman's aid. [...] was a nice change but no promotion, Beautiful was soaring until the video came out and we all know how that one went. Meteorite was fantastic but no promotion. If she released a pop album she will be back on the map and that's the honest truth. After [...] she should have switched back to pop instead of continuing with hip hop to this day and it so tired now its been beaten to death. I hope and pray Mr LA [...] works his magic on her so we can have Mariah back. (Monday 9 February 2015; 23:41)
Fantasy (49,981)
by MC1989 from Spain
This performance is so f*cking great. Mariah needs to watch these performances and visit a vocal coach. She needs to train a lot and readapt her songs to a lower key. You can't pretend to sing like you are in your 20's when you're 45. It happened to Barbra Streisand, Tina Turner, Aretha Franklin etc. Big great divas who kept it real and sang live always, and of course they sounded different after decades in music business, but they gave and give their all when coming to a stage. Mariah still has a great voice, but she needs to train a lot. She's refusing to be operated from nodules, which would be the best thing for her in a long term, but thinking in short term (and thinking in the Vegas contract - no time for recovering from that sort of surgery) the best thing she can do is train. Exercise her voice everyday with an expert and rehearse each song a lot. Go Mariah, you can do it. We don't want you to sound like in 1991. We want you to be real, sing from the heart and change the key of the songs if necessary. We want to see Mariah the performer, not just the studio Mariah. (Monday 9 February 2015; 23:35)
Grammy's (49,980)
by Otti from Belgium
One thing I know, B is overrated by the Grammy's. How can a song like "Drunk in love" win a Grammy? She's even not singing but talking in that song. Panting through stupid lyrics. They give Beyonce all the awards just to be politically correct. You know, she is this black female singer. Mariah sings her lungs out, and get no any recognition. They give Grammy's to autotune singers. I don't get it. Ironically B was a look-a-like of Mariah at the Grammy's. (Monday 9 February 2015; 23:26)
Mariah on SNL performing "If It's Over" (49,979)
by ADAM from USA
Thanks TJ for sharing that clip. I recently discovered that performance and was blown away. It's my favorite live performance of hers. She is so confident and her growls and belts are so epic. If there was one clip that personified all her talent it would that SNL clip and the Vision Of Love performance from GMA, where she's wearing a suit jacket and matching skirt. I wish she'd re-watch those clips and become inspired to perform in basic, simple way again where the focus is on the music. No distractions from hair and makeup, just the on heat of the moment. (Monday 9 February 2015; 23:08)
SNL If it's over (49,978)
by TJ from Norway
Just for the nostalgia. I love this version of If it's over. There's no doubt that she was the best vocalist in the 90's. Too bad something is wrong these days (since 1997). I don't understand how people say that Fantasy is too hard to sing live. That's a lie. It's also sad to read that "lambs" think it's ok for her to lipsync in concerts. That's like being a blind cow. (Monday 9 February 2015; 22:41)
Grammys (49,977)
by clueey23 from USA
MCs was there. Lol. Not literally but everyone had a MC look. It was actually as if they said the theme for this evening ladies is Mariah Carey. I mean almost every popular female had a Mariah look, even Gaga. I loved it. (Monday 9 February 2015; 22:26)
Therapy? (49,976)
by THE TRUTH from USA
Ardis, you really seem like you have some issues that need to be sorted out elsewhere. For some reason you are obsessed with Mariah's family life and speculating about drugs, her brother and sister, relationships, etc. Certainly you have one thing right. Any family where a mother calls the police on the daughter who supports her lavish lifestyle is dysfunctional. NY Post: "The police blotter item in the state trooper barracks at Sommers, N.Y., the town where Carey's mom Patricia lives and where Carey went after melting down at the TriBeCa Grand hotel, shows a call for help from Patricia Carey at 10:19 p. m." Didn't Alison's book mention Mariah finding her mother drunk and unconscious on the kitchen floor? Let's hope everyone gets the help they need. (Monday 9 February 2015; 22:26)
Mimi L. (49,974)
by Abraham from USA
You know that's funny. Last night I watched Mariah's "We belong together" performance at the Movie Awards as well as the one on Oprah. And I love both of them. She looked beautiful confident and slayed. But I think she lipped the climax in both performances. However I like her performance at the Movie Awards better. I loved the hair and red dress. "We belong together" is a masterpiece and it's when watching these great performances back in '05 that I know Mariah still has it in her for another comeback and hit song. She just needs to really put her writing skills to use as well as working with other great song writers and producers. And she needs to promote like crazy. Go on every show there is and be everywhere. And I need to apologize for the mistake I made in my post. I could of sworn I typed "older" instead of old. Mariah is technically still young. But glad you agree about the covering up the boobs part lol. (Monday 9 February 2015; 19:18)
Reggae music (49,973)
by Natalia from Argentina
I need more reggae songs from Mariah. (Monday 9 February 2015; 19:05)
Destructive relationships (49,972)
by Ardis Logic from Earth
So the point I was trying to make before all the criticism started was "if" Mariah's brother was abusive to her as a child, and her father was not in the picture, this really explains why she has such a hard time finding a good partner. Staying in a toxic relationship with someone who is or was abusive to you is very bad for your health and well-being. Which leads to denial which leads to drugs, alcohol, food addictions, ect. to help deal with the pain you carry with you daily. Maybe her brother never did anything wrong. But certainly MC grew up in a dysfunctional family and not dealing with those issues will make the rest of your life full of more drama and issues. (Monday 9 February 2015; 18:42)
