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Edward, dahling (44,398) by B from USA You skip Stay The Night? I love that song. Mariah belting over that Kanye beat is perfection. (Sunday 1 June 2014; 23:00)

At home in concert with Matt Lauer (44,397) by Edward from USA I'm very proud of Mariah and how she answered the questions asked by Matt. She sounded more relatable, more human, less diva. I loved it. And I didn't hear any dahlings, they are becoming so annoying. I don't see anything wrong with being a diva, but when the public perception of you is so distorted that they start to think you're arrogant and disconnected, it is not a good look, specially when you're precisely not the "It" of the moment. I hope this special brings up the sales. With the TEOM I skipped "STN", "TTF", but with MIAMTEC, I don't skip a song, and that makes me happy. She's still one of those rare artists whose albums could be listened to from beginning to end without skipping a couple of tracks, if any. (Sunday 1 June 2014; 22:45)

NBC Special (44,396) by G.G. from USA I really don't mind if a singer lip synchs their songs once in a while, as long as it's done believably. Meaning, it's hard to tell they are lip synching. If you know you're going to lip a performance, take the time to record different vocals in the studio so it doesn't sound just like the album version. The interview with Matt Lauer was really good though. She came across as down to earth and relatable. When Matt asked Mariah where she is now in life and she answered with, "putting up a wall and walking away". I wonder who she is referring to? Nick, Def Jam etc? (Sunday 1 June 2014; 22:11)

Mariah Carey at home in concert with Matt Lauer (44,395) by Webmaster Eric from the Netherlands (Sunday 1 June 2014; 21:17)

First week album sales (44,394) by Skip from United States The theory on an album's debut week sales is that it's a reflection of how the public felt about the previous album. That is, "E=MC2" started incredibly strong because "The Emancipation of Mimi" was massively popular, and now "Me. I Am Mariah" is starting off weakly because "Memoirs of an Imperfect Angel" was not. It's not a reflection of the album's quality itself or its potential. Granted, if there was a huge song off the album getting airplay right now, we'd see the album take off. Clearly that's what happened with "Emancipation" after "Charmbracelet's" middling success: "We Belong Together" was the booster shot that reversed the downward sales trend. So the hope now is that "You Don't Know What To Do" will become the pop-culture moment it needs to be for the album's sake. It's never too late, though. Albums such as "Forever Your Girl" by Paula Abdul or "I'm Not Dead" by Pink had both released a few singles before a particular song took off, so much so that it gave the album legs and qualified previously released singles for a re-issue. Anything's possible so long as the label believes in the music. And in this case, the music is some of her best. Ever. (Sunday 1 June 2014; 20:15)

Dani / Ronan / QHM (44,393) by Bill from the UK Dani, thank you for your post, that was exactly what I wanted. What did you think of it? Ronan, thanks for the link, I've just watched it and I agree it was great. I did laugh at how FAB didn't even bother to lip sync at some parts haha. That said, Mariah appeared to either sing live or at least to a live pre-recorded track, so I am grateful she re-sang parts. Heavenly was fantastic. QHM, your description of MILG was right on point. To me it has that "Fantasy" feel, probably because they both sample a 70s track, it gives it that summery boardwalk kind of vibe. The layers and wall of sound and instruments have a similar set up to Fantasy, which we'd all agree is another career defining composition of Mariah's. Make it look gooder than them other fools Mariah. (Sunday 1 June 2014; 18:54)

NBC special (44,392) by Licia from USA It was awesome. Wished it would have been longer. She floored me with that Heavenly performance. That song has me in tears anyway, but she killed me with that performance. (Sunday 1 June 2014; 18:53)

Marriage / promo (44,391) by Shezz from Pk I think MC and Nick are now finally practicing being more private about their personal lives. Uptil recently they were almost forcing themselves onto the public with Nick and his uncontrollable interviews/comedy shows and MC on instagram. Now that they are being quiet about it, for whatever reason, the media is speculating and jumping to conclusions, wrong or right. I understand that they were crazy in love and wanted to show the world but maybe they should have been a little more discrete from the beginning. As for what they have planned for promo is just baffling. When MC nearly hit rock bottom after Glitter she started from the basics while promoting Charmbracelet. Forger the tv shows and interviews, she even did meet and greets at malls. Whoever her manager/publicist was then was quite strict with her. I don't get what's happening now, does she feel that she's above making these traditional promo rounds? Maybe she's a little too apprehensive about live performances now. I wonder if Meteorite was fully live at WMAs. She has a solid album but her name now means very little as is sadly obvious with the sales. I can't believe that these are label issues. She cannot tank her own album and she has made it abundantly clear how it means the world to her. Sadly she doesn't act that way right now. I am sure she has her reasons. Motherhood? Personal problems? I wish her the best but I just want some proper promotion for this lovely album. (Sunday 1 June 2014; 18:47)

Betcha Gon' Know with R. Kelly (44,390) by Dan from US Does anybody have any idea why she still sings "to be continued" at the end? I was kinda confused, I thought it was like continued to the version with her and R. Kelly. And also did anybody realize they didn't finish the interview from the Today show with Mariah and Nick together, that was supposed to be on last night's show? Found that strange. Hmm. (Sunday 1 June 2014; 17:48)

Vocal layering / single choices and chronology (44,389) by this_is_qhm from the Philippines I must say the use of background voices in this album has been the most on point it has been since TEOM. Only 2 female artists to me create the most dizzyingly ethereal vocal layering in this world and those are Mariah and Janet. Sorry, I love me some harmonies. And now to the album's commercial success or lack thereof. This album might be off to a slow start but frankly, I would much prefer a sleeper hit than a #1 debut only to fall off quickly in the next few weeks. Chart longevity can be achieved if the next single choices are on point and promoted well, even in an era as frustrating as this. My choices are as follows in such order as well:You Don't Know What To Do - summer 2014 (Check. Now Mimi, head to a disco roller rink or maybe an amusement park for the video. With a good concept and narrative as well.) Faded - fall 2014 (Has such an unique chorus. Her best attempt at recreating the magoc of We Belong Together without sounding that much like it.) Money ($*/...) - winter 2014 (This is most fit for the Christmas season, and may benefit from its festive holiday feel and reference, plus the renewed interest for her catalogue by then.) Make It Look Good/Dedicated - winter-spring 2015 (Wildcard options for Valentine's season.) Meteorite - spring-summer 2015 (I really hope we get to this point next year still releasing singles.) What do you think? (Sunday 1 June 2014; 16:48)

Re: NBC Special (44,388) by Dani from USA Bill, if my memory isn't failing me yet, the setlist was as follows: 1) Mariah sang "We Belong Together". 2) She sang "Money" with Fabulous. 3) The performance of "You Don't Know What To Do" from the Today Show was shown. 4) The "You're Mine (Eternal)" music video was shown (not too sure this is relevant to your question, on account that she didn't actually sing it live). 5) Supernatural was played (MC didn't sing live) while a home video of MC and family was shown (again, don't know if this is relevant to your question). 6) Finally, Mariah sang Heavenly, accompanied by a choir. Hope this information helped. Cheers. (Sunday 1 June 2014; 16:25)

New album, NBC Special, Hello article, my wish for MCC/NC (44,387) by Lynn from USA First, I love every song on this cd; particularly, Money, YDKWTD, Faded, Thirsty, Meteorite, Camouflage, Cry, and Heavenly. I also watched the NBC special and enjoyed the mini concert. I think a part II is needed and I also wanted to see the footage of Nick, Mariah and Matt. I liked Mariah's truthfulness in the Hello magazine article referenced the secret to a happy marriage, "It's a constant journey to find out what that secret is." This is so true in any marriage. The pressures of life and two people having busy and successful careers are hard on any marriage. It's how you deal with the issues; you either make it work or throw in the towel. It takes two to have a marriage and I'm sure they both have issues that they both need to work on. Although I know it's very personal and private, I would love to see or read an in depth interview with both Nick and Mariah discussing their marriage, family life, busy careers, the constant traveling and the affect it has on their marriage, etc. Also, I wish that they would take some time for themselves as a couple and have a short vacation together or even a date night and enjoy each other without all of the assistants, hair stylists, etc. being around. The vacation part might be impossible at this moment, but at least a night out on the town having a little fun. (Sunday 1 June 2014; 16:22)

Make It Look Good makes me feel good (44,386) by this_is_qhm from the Philippines I'm so glad a lot of you are loving Make It Look Good as well. In terms of the most successful attempts of Mimi on recreating an old school sound, this is right up there with Forever as her best. Actually, like I've said before, she rarely does doo-wop but whenever she does, she never fails to impress (Never Forget You, Forever, It's A Wrap). Does anybody else feel like this song is the groovier sister of Janet's I Want You (which is also exceptional)? That breeziness, those harmonies, Stevie's harmonica, that overall sexy summer vibe - we haven't even gotten to the her vocals yet and it already sounds like a winner. This is definitely the most effortless, sexiest sounding song on the album, and at least to me, since the slow jams in Charmbracelet or even Butterfly. If I seem to be overpraising it, it's because it never fails to make me smile and all giddy every time I hear it. Whether the future singles from this album perform well or not, since the history of that for this era has already been messy anyway, I'd like her to just release this one just for the sake of doing so, I mean maybe for a fall or winter release, since You Don't Know What To Do will be filling in for the summer. We'll never know, it might take off and may very well be her next huge hit. Let's go against the grain and see where it takes us. #Beautiful didn't sound like anything on the radio last year, not even Miguel's own singles, but look at how that turned out. (Sunday 1 June 2014; 16:09)

Mariah (44,385) by B from USA I thought the NBC special with Matt Layer was excellent. She was articulate, funny, and straightforward. Her performances were excellent as well. This special was a step in the right direction. She needs to perform the next single on Fallon and Ellen, as soon as possible. This album is one of her best. It's been well received by critics and fans alike. It just needs the right promotion. She needs some well executed videos directed by talented directors like Paul Hunter and Brett Ratner. She sang Heavenly, Money, You Don't Know What To Do, We Belong Together. Also the video to You're Mine was played and the YDKWTD performance was from the Concert on the Plaza. (Sunday 1 June 2014; 16:09)

Album lyrics? (44,384) by Nina from USA The one negative thing I will say is that I'm really confused and disappointed that for the first time there are no lyrics with a Mariah CD. Does anyone know why that is and how we can get them? I need to know everything she's singing. (Sunday 1 June 2014; 15:32)

If you don't like Mariah stop posting here (44,383) by Nina from USA I'm really tired of people coming here to bash her. Yes, she is a self proclaimed imperfect angel, meaning she's not perfect, just like everyone else. Leave her alone and stop picking apart everything she says and does. I've been a fan since VOL and even bought the album before "Love Takes Time" was even included in the track listing. I so connect with her lyrics and she has brought so much joy into my life, so I accept her unconditionally and am so grateful for her gift of music. So haters need to just shut it. (Sunday 1 June 2014; 15:12)

NBC Special was great and I've got nothing but love for Mimi (44,382) by Nina from USA I was really hoping she'd sing "Cry" which I really believe could be her next #1. I'm not gonna lie, I want another #1 for her so badly. She deserves it. There is so much crappy music out there right now hitting #1. I get angry when people compare Ariana Grande to Mariah. In my opinion, there is no similarity. Ariana doesn't have that buttery sound and her high notes sound more like screaming than singing. Not to mention, she is not a songwriter. Yeah, Mariah was mainly lip-synching throughout the special, but I really don't care. The new album is amazing and I can't get enough of it. (Sunday 1 June 2014; 15:07)

A+ Amazing (44,381) by Roman from USA Last night's prime time special with Mariah was everything. She nailed it and if the special pulls in the ratings then this will definitely help the album. Great job Mariah, you've made your lambs and fans very proud once again. (Sunday 1 June 2014; 14:25)

NBC Special (44,380) by Ronan from Philippines Hi everyone. First time ever to post here although I've been lurking and reading for quite a while now. Here's a link to the full NBC Special. The smarts, the talent and the elegance of this woman never fails to amaze me. So much to love and appreciate in this special. (Sunday 1 June 2014; 14:05)

NBC Special (44,379) by Bill from the UK Hey all, please can the US fans let us outside the US know what songs she sang and post any reviews please? I'm dying to know what it was like. (Sunday 1 June 2014; 11:29)

NBC Special (44,378) by Warren from Trinidad & Tobago I loved that special - the interview segments were among the smartest and the most directly answered in years. She showed so much knowledge about music and just plain maturity. So surprised (pleasantly) that she performed Heavenly, and actually performed the way we would want to hear - her voice was on point. She didn't seem to be lipping or dubbed too much and even so, it was not the version on the CD at all, so she at least re-sang it. This in conjunction with WMA would have been great. I tried to look at it not as a lamb and I think the key thing was how she carried herself in the interview parts. Well done. (Sunday 1 June 2014; 9:44)

One wish (44,376) by Champagne_Slurpee from US All I know is that I will be madly happy if Mariah can release at least 2 of the following songs as singles: Faded, Dedicated and/or Money ($*/...). These are by far her strongest contenders for song of the summer and just all around great feelgood throwback records. Maybe do a dual release of 2 of those songs. After that it would be great if she showed off her pipes and released something strong like Make It Look Good or Camouflage but shake the scene up with a stellar dance mix to one of those songs. The album is full of classic, intricate, and intoxicating songs its only a matter of time that word of mouth will catch on. This album really is her best work since The Emancipation Of Mimi. (Sunday 1 June 2014; 9:15)

MIAMTEC on the charts (44,375) by Edward from USA MIAMTEC is one of Mariah's best albums, but things are not looking good sales wise. When TEOM ran its course, everybody was anticipating anything Mariah because she had left in a high note, so even if E=MC2 had taken five years, it would've still sold as it did. The problem now is not the product, the problem is how MOAIA performed, her absence, delays, her diva attitude as if she were in her prime, and how the game has changed. Billboard rules have changed with streaming being tabulated with airplay and sales. Mariah's name doesn't sell on its own anymore. At this point I think the sales projection for this album's first week is based on what's left of us fans. Her team needs to pick a single ASAP, shoot a concept video, and she needs to promote it in every TV show as if she were a newbie. That type of work would put her back in the game. Those who have retired from the music scene for many years usually suffer from the attention spam of this new generation. What's hot today, it is not tomorrow. I'm hoping for the best, MIAMTEC definitely deserves to be heard. (Sunday 1 June 2014; 3:23)

She seemed so sad on the NBC special (44,374) by Michele from USA I just finished watching it, and it was alright. After every single performance, it went to a commercial, so I think the special was only 20 minutes long when all is said and done, lol. The last part of the interview really struck me, when she was telling Matt Lauer how she is vulnerable. He asked her about the tabloid rumors between her and Nick, and she said, "Ahhh. I don't read tabloids anymore. You read them one day, and the next day, someone is using them to wrap fish in. A great writer once told me that." Funny thing is, she said those exact same words in the 1995 VH1 One To One Interview, during the Daydream era, but I thought she credited Tommy for saying that. All in all, and I hope I don't get flack for this, is that I see a lot of similarities between how she was then in that era (with her marriage) and how she is now, in this era. (Sunday 1 June 2014; 3:22)

NBC Special (44,373) by Jono from USA This was everything I wanted and more. So good to see her on TV again, since the last time she was on that terrible reality show. I won't spoil it for anyone who hasn't seen it, but there was a great balance of interview moments and performances. If Mariah's aim is to get people interested in the album, she really nailed it with this special. Here's hoping this, along with the new single, will continue to keep this album in people's minds. (Sunday 1 June 2014; 3:14)

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