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Medley (50,169) by Paul D from USA I won't be going to the Vegas concerts until mid July, but I have a feeling Mariah's going to sing a verse from songs she rarely sings, like Someday and I Don't Wanna Cry, in medley style. There's no way she's going to sing those songs in complete form. As for an Epic records deal or a re-release of #1s, I won't believe it until there's a press release. Excited for July. (Sunday 15 February 2015; 14:49)

Mimi L. (50,168) by MC1989 from Spain I enjoyed reading you. Mariah is one of the biggest artists in the last decades, and unfortunately, from my point of view, she's very underrated. I would underline the urgent need of working regularly with a vocal coach. For me, that's the main priority: work hard on each song, on the stage presence and rehearse her vocals time after time to become the perfectionist she once was. Lose the fear of singing 100% live, she still has a very powerful voice. I can't wait to hear Mariah singing certain songs thst she doesn't sing since 20 years ago. ("Someday", "Love takes time" and "I don't wanna cry", though I know this last one is not one of her favourites, but it is to many fans. Did you notice that it has more views on YouTube than VOL?) The other day she twitted that she was rehearsing Someday and I just went crazy. (Sunday 15 February 2015; 12:41)

A letter for Mariah (50,166) by Mimi L. from Empower Your Highlighter Mariah, if you are reading this, I would like to just speak on behalf of the lambily that we will always love and support you. We get frustrated, we criticize, we get angry, but it all comes only from the love we all share for you. I can tell you this, you are the woman who has helped me through a lot of pain and sorrow in my life without you even knowing it. I never had the chance to meet you, but your songs where there for me when nobody else was, like a hug I needed desperately or telling me to hold on and keep trying. I don't know if you know the impact your music had on so many people around the world, but you should know you are a very special person to me. At this point your career is going through a rough patch and I pray and hope for it to be back on track again. I don't know what personal issues you might be having and if it is too much for you to focus on your career at the moment, then take a break and focus on yourself. However if you want to claim back the throne that rightfully belongs to you, you need to start changing a few thing. The first would be to try and be the MC everyone fell in love with, the humble, sweet and witty Mariah, the girl with the golden voice. Second come out and tell people directly about your problems. No need to get into details, but just address your fans directly that you are going through a rough patch and I can assure you, you will find the lambily right by your side. I think a common complaint has been that you are not addressing anything directly to the lamb. Third accept the fact that even though you are still one of the most gifted singers, your voice has suffered a lot and just come out and say that. No one will judge you. Fourth, work with a vocal coach regularly and I am sure you can gain back the full potential of your voice. Fifth, it's time you change things up, come out of your comfort zone, try out different music while staying true to your style. Work with great producers (like Timbaland), work on strong collaborations (Bruno, Taylor, Beyonce). Sixth, accept the fact that only your brand will no longer sell the music like it used to, even current artists are suffering so when you embark on a project, you have to promote it like crazy. The world needs to know about it and they need to see believe that you believe in your work. A major problem with MIAM was that most people didn't know about it and a lot of people just assumed that since you are not bothered with promoting it, it might mean you just randomly put together an album just for the sake of it. So I hope you see this, and I hope you make the changes necessary. I love you and I always want the best for you. Just talk to the lambily directly, you'll find all the support you could need from us. Love and hug from me. (Sunday 15 February 2015; 10:28)

Rihanna, McCartney (50,165) by virgo.miss from australia I wouldn't rule out the possibility of this going No1, it's gone to No1 here in Australia. I actually find the song quite catchy, I imagine that is McCartneys influence, not Kanye. (Sunday 15 February 2015; 10:21)

Walter A. (50,159) by Dennis from Miami, FL Walter A. is the new judge in Russian X Factor. P.S. Mariah is suffering from [...] created by Tommy. I wonder how everything would turn out if she had freedom from the beginning. (Sunday 15 February 2015; 9:18)

Where are Dembabies? (50,158) by Lee TS from USA I remember a lamb here posting about Dembabies being kind of MIA from social media, thinking maybe one of the conditions of the divorce is that neither parent are allowed to expose them. They have been noticeably absent especially during the holidays. Miss seeing their cute little faces. (Sunday 15 February 2015; 5:45)

Edward / Monark (50,157) by Abraham from USA I like your presence too. And I enjoy reading your posts. But me and Orkun have already gone back and forth with each other. He was the only person here on the board that I didn't like. But then Andrew came along. Monark, I don't remember addressing you. Matter of fact I've never even seen you before. (Sunday 15 February 2015; 5:39)

I Wish You Well (50,155) by Taylor from USA In light of the current situation that Mariah is going through and the nature of the discussions on this forum, this song is ever as poignant as when it was first released. It is songs like this that Mariah has earned my respect and loyalty as a fan and as a fellow human being. If you listen more closely to the lyrics, they are very fitting of what is going on in Mariah's life as well as the dynamics of the posts on here. I hope we all hold onto the faith and love for Mariah, despite all the negativity. We are not foolish lambs like some may suggest, but are soldiers, and a warrior like Mariah is only as victorious as her army. Let's soldier on. (Sunday 15 February 2015; 4:47)

Abraham (50,154) by Monark from Australia That's real mature of you Abraham. (Sunday 15 February 2015; 4:18)

Andrew, have a seat... in the corner (50,153) by Taylor from USA If you cannot carry on a debate or a conversation without debasing or minimizing another person's opinion by attacking their style or manner of communication, I strongly suggest you follow your own advice and leave this post. Once again, you reacted to my words in a hostile manner by ridiculing my language much like how you ridicule everyone else whom you disagree with. To clarify your curiosity, I am well-read and well educated to employ words that fully convey meanings without resorting to the elementary tantrum you throw around here. I don't have to try to sound smart, but rather reasonable so that you would perhaps understand. Unfortunately, your level of comprehension proved your shortcomings because your only tactic of response entails hostility, name-calling, and ridiculing. You are no better than a child who throws himself onto the floor for attention only to find himself banished to the corner. That is exactly what the webmaster here has done. When you can come to me with the maturity and mutual respect of an adult, then you may address me directly. Until then, perhaps you should find a dictionary and a thesaurus so you can communicate in the intelligent manner that is worth my time as well as the time of all the respectful people on this forum. (Sunday 15 February 2015; 4:17)

Orkun / Game of Thrones (50,152) by Edward from USA Orkun, I thought your post was great and well intentioned. As for Abraham, I'm sending Shelly to give him a big hug, he won't be able to resist. Abraham, we have disagreed in the past, but I also like your presence on this board. Remember one thing though, that Eric, the webmaster and Orkun are both from the Netherlands, they might even be cousins. Don't mess with him. (Sunday 15 February 2015; 3:33)

Andrew and the wrath of the lambs (50,151) by Edward from USA Andrew, thanks for understanding that Shelly wasn't patronizing you, but rather being honest and caring. You only have to see her picture to know she's a sweetheart, I don't know why she keeps switching it. I've been as frustrated as you are right now, but always thought things would change, that the voice would somehow improve if she rested it for 20 years plus sleeping in a humidifier chamber, but now I'm just realistic to know that it could improve to be just consistent, but that's enough for me. Mariah has gotten a wake up call, she knows that "those days of dubbing are gone", but her time might not actually be through just yet. Now we only have wait and see if she got the memo. I know many people loathe you here, but I actually like you because I see myself in you, but way back then when I first saw my idol gasping for air while trying to sing a song she could sing before effortlessly while running on a treadmill with her high hills on. Just tone it down a little bit, and know that Eric should be addressed with respect. He's kept this website up and running for 17 years for us to vent. "Dude" is not a bad word, but in the context you used it, I think it wasn't appropriate. Before I get accused of professing my love to you, I'll say: keep on posting. (Sunday 15 February 2015; 3:17)

[...] (50,150) by JCV from California I know this message board is for Mariah, but I wanted to send a special message to my wife Giannina and let her know I love her with everything I got and I want to declare it here that I am going to make her the happy Lambily she was once. She is the best and biggest part of my life and I wouldn't want to go ahead without her this year will be our 16 year anniversary and were only 30 years old, I'm fighting back tears as I type this thinking about all the joy and happiness she has brought to my life, I hope we can still grow old together and can't wait to be the man I know I can be and that you deserve. My wife is one of the biggest Mariah Carey fans, she met Mariah at the Nokia center in LA when Mariah had a private concert for American Idol when she was a host. We already have tickets for Mariah in Vegas art Caesar's palace. I want everyone to know including Mariah how much Giannina loves Mariah Carey and it's not just the music. Mariah even posted one of my wife's pictures from her Instagram. Thank you all for giving me this chance. On behalf of me and my wife, we love you Mariah. (Sunday 15 February 2015; 3:11)

Orkun (50,148) by Abraham from USA Well nobody asked for your vote. (Sunday 15 February 2015; 1:10)

Topic Andrew / Shelly / GG (50,147) by Orkun from The Netherlands I just had to write. I've never been offended by any of his posts personally and I think they are valuable. His style is debatable for sure but so is mine, or any other's. I agree with GG that the "uber-positiveness" is far more annoying when it's blindly penned. I think by now we know that Shelly is a sweatheart and indeed is pure. To me, Andrew is equally pure and his anger towards MC is justified. It's Mariah for God's sake and when she is on fire, she really is on fire. If Mariah is reading the messageboard, Andrew's posts are the ones she needs to read too. It's not hating on MC. It's tough love. Which still is "love". He may be harsh at times, I'm not defending that. But I'm not criticizing it either. He keeps it fresh and dynamic. It's so clear that he is musical, he hears details most don't hear musically. That's my 2 cents and I hope we can all get along on here. My vote? I hope Andrew keeps posting. (Sunday 15 February 2015; 0:46)

#1's CD in May? (50,146) by Luis from Spain I have read some messages hinting at the possibility that the newly-updated One's may be released in May to coincide with her opening night. Is this true? As far as I'm concerned, she just confirmed the compilation on Ellen and through a press release but I took for granted that November would be the release month. Thoughts? (Sunday 15 February 2015; 0:42)

Shelly (50,145) by Bill from the UK Shelly, you are such a beautiful soul. (Sunday 15 February 2015; 0:19)

Shelly (50,144) by Andrew from UK Shelly, to you I apologise. Though I don't like your delivery, as much you don't like mine, your intention was nothing but honest and pure, it would seem on reflection, and perhaps not draped in the sentiments I despise. And in the light of further guns firing in Europe, I must concede that yours is an enlightenment that deserves to be considered. I regret the things I said to you. I'm so damn angry with MC. And I have tried to just post points and not react. I'm now thinking perhaps I should just let it all go. The art of which I'm going to have to learn. I mean it when I say I'll let this go, I don't think I'm going to change anything and I should accept the inevitable. And soon I shall stop posting I guess. If not now. I dunno. But, girl, you got class, and I regret my response. I stick by my points. But your ground is high. (Saturday 14 February 2015; 23:38)

Andrew (50,143) by G.G. from USA I find the delusional, enabling "Mariah is still a great vocal performer and her stage performances are great" comments far more annoying than anything Andrew has posted. I don't agree with everything he says, but at least there is some truth in his posts. (Saturday 14 February 2015; 23:00)

Album art (50,142) by NYHotShotta from USA Anybody knows who was the photographer who shot the Me... I Am Mariah album artwork? [Webmaster: If you bought the album, you knew who it was: Thomas Whiteside.] (Saturday 14 February 2015; 21:47)

Andrew (50,141) by Dove from USA Andrew, I felt inspired to write that message to you last night but I almost didn't post it because I knew it would make me look crazy. I posted it anyway because I felt maybe it was a message you needed to hear right now. I wasn't trying to offend you. Sometimes you have good points but your delivery makes you come off as angry and bitter. As a fellow human I don't like seeing you consumed by negativity. (Saturday 14 February 2015; 21:32)

Mariah after Vegas (50,140) by Bill from the UK I kind of see 2015, Mariah's 25th year of making beautiful music, as a celebratory affair with the new #1's album and the Vegas shows (and hopefully more Christmas concerts at the end of the year). As for the future, one thing I've always wanted Mariah to do, and something I feel she would do well, is to completely write and produce an album by herself. It may take a while for her to put it together, but I loved when she self-produced tracks like Vanishing and Melt Away. They were standouts on their respective albums and remain, in my opinion, real highlights from her catalogue. I don't believe Mariah's ever written a song completely by herself, except interludes, but I think she can do it and would do it well. Even if she "sings" the instrumentation and gets somebody to copy it on the respective instrument, it could work. Something that is completely 100% her would be a real treasure for me. (Saturday 14 February 2015; 20:34)

Webmaster (50,139) by Andrew from UK Why did you censor the word "dude"? It's mostly a term of endearment. I didn't come here to annoy anyone although I see I do. You'll notice I post and then people bring me up and force a response. As I'm sure they will to this. I came here to try to convince people to debate reality and tell it like it is. I said a while ago that the current situation would happened and, perhaps a little arrogantly, I know what will happen next. As do many others. But I read messages about how perfect she is and what a nasty man I am. Like I said, you don't want me here so I won't be here. I have respect, believe it or not. But I can't stress enough, even in my absence, the debate needs to move forward to make MC listen. Maybe my delivery is harsher than most. I think it's because I care the most. I don't hate her, I love her more than I love sunny summer days lol. If you don't want me to post anymore then cool. You'll miss me as much as I will miss grimacing as the page loads to see who hates me at any given time. Thunder absolutely must precede sunlight. But we must surely affect how much it rains in the meantime. Much love. (Saturday 14 February 2015; 20:16)

Andrew (50,138) by Webmaster Eric from the Netherlands You still don't get it. It's not your opinion that bothers the most of us, but the way and frequency you present your opinion. And no, you're not the only one who thinks Mariah needs some changes. Do your read other people's messages at all? Sometimes I think you only come here to annoy us. (Saturday 14 February 2015; 19:54)

(50,137) by Andrew from UK [censored] It's your website, if you don't want to post my messages don't post them. It's what most people want. Who'd have contrary opinions, eh? I'm not sure I have anything left to say, though. Little pointless. But ask yourselves this, and don't doubt for a second that Mariah comes here to read this stuff: is anyone telling her to stop, think and change? Isn't it your responsibility to help save this? I am genuinely concerned about the state she is in and how bad it's getting, and I read message after message telling her everything is great. It's on the edge of disaster with Vegas looming. But nobody will even contemplate telling her to not go through with it. Yet this is what she's always told, that's its all fine, and look what has happened. I mostly always ignore the messages directed at me personally. As someone said: "If you don't like his posts don't read them." However I grow exasperated that the one forum that might actually make Mariah think about her actions and her future is filled to the brim with fairytale endings and unicorns. I guess it's my problem. It is a wasted opportunity. This is a board for discussing which ensemble better suits the hair. I love Mariah Carey. I have loved her since I was ten years old. I can see where this is heading. I think I love her much more than you guys. But that's one I'm not fussed about winning. I love you all for loving Mariah. I just won't ever understand the manner in which you do it. Thunder precedes the sunlight. (Saturday 14 February 2015; 19:44)

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