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May 6th (41,625) by enwar00 from usa I do think the album will come out May 6th. I don't think it'll be pushed back again. They probably will put out another single prior to then. Just my thoughts on it. Someone was saying they hoped for a killer uptempo next, I agree. (Saturday 22 February 2014; 16:40)

Randy (41,624) by Lamb_O_Chop from Australia Radio can work wonders for a song darling. Sometimes songs aren't instant hits, but the more people hear them on radio they grow to like them and may want to purchase it. Simple logic. Right? I've seen this happen before, I've had this happen to me. So we'll just have to wait and see I guess. (Saturday 22 February 2014; 15:32)

Tony Baloney (41,623) by Lamb_O_Chop from Australia Darling, Mariah's toddlers singing the fabulous chorus to "You're Mine" is only a sign that it's a catchy tune. That's a good sign when children sing along. As for her vocals, her voice sounds good on this song, like many have stated sounds reminisce of "Underneath The Stars" or something from Butterfly, her vocals have actually been stronger than it has been since TEOM on everything song she's released thus far. That's why I say Mariah should do her, because when she tries to give people what they want 90s style all they're going to end up doing is harping on how it falls short in comparison. Besides at least let the album come out before first, writing her vocals and new music off. (Saturday 22 February 2014; 15:21)

Joycie Marcie dahling (41,622) by Lamb_O_Chop from Australia Hunny you are hilarious. (*throws my hand at you*) I don't know what we're gonna do with you and these "cougar hair" comments. I think I may hit the whistle note in "There's Got To Be A Way" if I read that word one more time on here. And why did you have to go and mention that dress in your avatar? Chile the whole time you were posting about Mariah cutting her hair and dress more conservative, I couldn't help but visualize her with that curly Afro and a similar dress on. No shade, I know that look was hot in the 70s. But seriously though, the thing is Mariah looks like she's Nick and Beyonce's age (sometimes younger), so she can pull off this look without looking old. IMO. I've actually ran across comments online from people who thought she was in her mid twenties. I'm sure Mariah would love it. We all have our visions for her so it's all good. (Saturday 22 February 2014; 15:07)

Album pushed back? (41,621) by Randy from USA Ok, so since we can see no one's buying the single, 32.000 copies sold in its first week. And someone on here said that was only the fans. I think a lot of fans slept on this one because she has had other singles sell quadruple that amount when she had no airplay like, Loverboy, TGIFY, I Still Believe etc. It's funny to me that people are thinking a release to radio is going to matter on February 24. For all of the promotion Mariah has done, if the masses were feeling it, radio would be playing it without IDJ's consent. That's happened with plenty of songs in the past whereas the label was pushing a single and radio went with something else on the album. Radio does what it wants. No miracle is going to fall out of the sky on February 24. I'm surprised radio is even part of the Billboard equation as I don't know anyone who listens to radio outside of their car. I don't think Trey Songz is a surefire way for a hit in that he did nothing for Toni Braxton's Yesterday. His last single and CD was not a big seller; he has his own career problems. The only hope I'm holding out for is that Through The Rain peaked at #81 and Charmbracelet came out on time. Do you guys think it'll be a May 6 release? Will MC release another single (her fourth without an album not counting Almost Home)? (Saturday 22 February 2014; 12:07)

Song writing (41,620) by Licia from USA I'm late on this, but I'm seeing a few people saying that Mariah should start letting other people write for her. Why? She's been writing songs since the beginning of her career. Why should she stop now? No one had issues with her writing her own songs when she was going number one every year. Now that every song by her doesn't reach number one she should stop? There's no guarantee that having another person write for her will make her chart status any better. (Saturday 22 February 2014; 11:51)

Mariah's to-do list (41,619) by Mimi L. from Empower Your Highlighter Mariah has been working hard and doing her rounds of radio interviews, and this time around she's being the Mariah I know and love, that is she is keeping a good balance of seriousness and humor in her interviews along with providing tid bits about the new album. What she should gear up for now is to take over major television talk shows and use it for both interviews and performances. She can tape a little one hour special about the CD, like she did for the Emancipation era, or release something like Britney's documentary. She should drop a serious dance number, which she collaborated with people from the newer fresher lot like Hit Boy and Mike Will and burn down the radios. A catchy upbeat song will attract the newer generation right before the album release. I am interested in the song Thirsty as it reminds me of Migrate. Any song with clever lyrics like ITL (them chicken is ash and I'm lotion, or I ain't gonna let nobody's drama bother me) or Migrate (face body and Lamborghini outside, obviously boy you qualify, otherwise migrate bye). All these topped with the amazing voice and I think she's all set. (Saturday 22 February 2014; 8:48)

Still hoping for the best (41,618) by Tony from US Aside from my first listen when the song debuted and watching both videos, I haven't really listened to YM(E). The single just hasn't moved me. It's not at all horrible, but it's not gripping enough for me. I think when people (like myself) say we want the old MC back, I'm talking about her releasing music with strong vocals and a strong melody. Last week in one of her interviews when she said the melody was so simple her toddler daughter can sing it back to her, that may very well be a good sign that MC as an artist isn't challenging herself creatively. And, if your daughter can sing it, then surely MC can and will sing it live and undubbed, right? I already know the BET performance will spark yet another lip-sync scandal. I'd quit singing before I lip-sync in front of Aretha. It's almost like cursing in church. My point? MC is so much better than what she's been giving lately. These knick-knack-paddy-whack songs with one note melodies are cool for a Rihanna or Miley, but not for the multi-octave voice of a generation best-selling-most-number-ones-having MC. I've forgiven the deteriorating vocals, because you can only work with what you've got. I've forgiven the stiff and lipped performances, the tacky ensembles, and I've even tolerated the eccentric/quirky interviews. What I can't let slide is sub-par music from someone I know is capable of sheer awesomeness. I really do hope for great things for this album. (Saturday 22 February 2014; 7:29)

Ralphie interview (41,617) by Mara from United States I just have to say how amazing Mariah looked in that interview. When I saw Ralphie Aversa was interviewing MC I could not believe it. He was a local DJ in the small town I am from. To be given an MC interview, wow, congrats Ralphie. Looked like he was a little nervous, why wouldn't he be with the biggest interview he prob has ever landed. I must say MC looked a little tank back that he didn't know she does not "celebrate birthdays" only anniversaries. Anyhow, on to how amazing she looked and sounded. She brought me back to the Butterfly days with her hair color to her makeup and how she wore the black dresses a lot during that era. Her makeup was sexy and made her look very youthful. She was focused and answered all the questions and just seemed serious about the music. I thought it was a great interview overall. (Saturday 22 February 2014; 7:22)

Webmaster / Joyce (41,616) by Isaac Ortiz from USA Give me a break, lol. Nothing I posted was too harsh. All I posted was for [censored] to get off the cougar hair. (Saturday 22 February 2014; 2:46)

Thoughts on the hair / makeup / dress (41,615) by Mimi L. from Empower Your Highlighter Everyone has a right to their own opinion, according to me, Mariah's hair is perfect for her. The longer locks looks lovely especially since our diva darling loves using her diva fan in the videos and it flows around nicely. The only thing, if any, that she can do is maybe recreate the color she had on during Butterfly era, but keep the long locks. Makeup. I love it. I am 23 (yes I debuted the same year as Mariah) and I absolutely adore and often recreate her makeup looks because she always has the flawless healthy glowing face and gorgeous yet simple eyemakeup. She alternates between a very toned down dreamy eye look (like WBT, DFAU) and a darker smokey eye (like the one on the Ralphie interview). The makeup actually makes her look more youthful than old. The day MC will start wearing yellow lipstick and sing songs with lyrics "Give you a hard night, so tight, ready to go" I'll probably just leave. (Yes JLo I'm looking at you, stop trying to recreate On The Floor with Pitbull, it wasn't a great song to start with eitherways.) I actually like it when M wears elegant gowns and dresses. As long as they are not too revealing, it's great. She does have some really amazing outfits. I would rather have her wear those and act her age than desperately try to look 20, hello Madonna. Or something outrageous like Gaga. Oops I think I find M to be near perfect. She's been my role model, and I am glad I grew up inspired by her rather than some other people who are called stars nowadays. (Saturday 22 February 2014; 2:04)

Joyce (41,614) by Isaac Ortiz from USA First of all, address your comment to me. Second, who's asking you to feel guilty? Not me, that's your [censored] opinion. Fine, but I'll always defend Mariah. Her hair is fine the way it is and in no way makes her look older.You seem to be drawn to her hair and appearance, rather than her voice and music. [censored] Did you come to the message board to comment and criticize Mariah's hair, instead of her music? [Webmaster: Isaac was very, very rude towards Joyce, so I had to censor most of his message.] (Saturday 22 February 2014; 1:54)

Cougar hair / JD appreciatio (41,613) by Ms. Giselle from USA I never heard that before lol. I do know that when a woman ages, blonde does make you look older. To me, I was sick of her blonde hair a decade ago. The problem I have with Mariah, she never takes any chances. You're Mine is a great song, but it is forgettable and is safe. I know for a fact, because Bryan and JD said that she did a few uptempo songs. She needs to stop being so predictable and safe and take chances. I really wish she would hire me as her stylist and all around image consultant for everything. She badly needs a new look. That Ralphie interview was better, but I've noticed for a while now that when she talks, she doesn't make eye contact or keep the contact. She turns her head a lot and talks to the side. But I have to give it up for JD or Jermash (as MC calls him lol). She debuted at #88, the past few singles haven't except for #Beautiful. Also, she was able to debut internationally in some markets with zero promotion. So yay. JD, I hope they shoot a new video for the dance remixes and they are released soon. I also hope she goes internationally to really promote this album. (Saturday 22 February 2014; 1:46)

YM (41,612) by Alex from England I personally don't care how the GP considers Mariah's music. I used to when I was younger and when Mariah was still cementing her legend status. Now, I'm 30 and just happy she keeps releasing music. Honestly sometimes I wonder what's more important for some fans. That she gets a #1 record or that she keeps releasing music that she likes? Chart success does not indicate talent at all, especially in today's market. Sometimes I feel like some people judge her music from her position on the Billboard chart. I'm sure if YM had debuted at #1, 95% of people would be like "she's amazing, she's back, this is the Mariah I love". Are you in it for the music or for the stats? On another note, yes I'd like Mariah to take more risks as well but up until now she's always released good albums, some better than others IMO, so I'll just leave the creative process up to her and the enjoying (or not) of the music part up to me. (Saturday 22 February 2014; 1:31)

Stacey (41,611) by Licia from USA Congrats on your newest tiny tot. He's a Scorpio like me, so he's extra special. Lol yeah I laughed at the thumbs down too. (Saturday 22 February 2014; 0:51)

B / JBfly (41,610) by Daydream327 from USA YME is not a bad song by any means, but it's kinda of a given that us lambs will like it. New Mariah music is always great in ours eyes because we're fans. Although it's still early in the game, YME did only sell 32,000 the first week, that basically tells you right now the only people who are supporting her is the fans. What I was saying is if Mariah wants the attention of her fans as well as the GP she will need to branch out and get creative. We have to take ourself out of the "fan" light for a minute and view the song as the GP would. The GP today is always looking for something new and exciting. A very catchy song and the beat and melody has to be memorable. Again, I'm speaking from the people who actually buy music today. That's why I think the Hit-Boy single may be just what she needs. He's somebody she's never worked with and he's one of the best producers out right now. So this could be great. The lambs will always appreciate and support her music and maybe that's all that matters but if she does care about being on the top of the charts again we'll need something fresh and catchy as heck. (Friday 21 February 2014; 23:52)

Couger hair (41,608) by Joyce from USA Oh geez, I said her hair was lovely, it is pretty and it really is. But it makes her look older than she is and it's one of those "every other celeb over 45 or 50" is doing at the moment. She is really 30 when it comes to physical appearences. That hair ages her too much. It's total cougar hair. Older celebs tend to wear it, with more makeup, and tighter cloths. They have long cougar hair to gain a youthful appearance. And I'm not going to be made to feel guilty over my opinion. You don't agree, I get it. I respect it. The summation I gather from nearly all of the comments as that "we want to see something new". Everyone is saying to change it up for once, that things have been too similar to the recent past and I couldn't agree more. Some specify it's the song style that needs to change, others appearances but everyone agrees, a change and new direction is in order. Or simply put, she looks nice but aged by the cougar hair and gowns, out of touch and not down to earth as she had once been since before TEOM. That's all. (Friday 21 February 2014; 23:32)

My 2 cents (41,607) by Gilbert from USA Hi guys/gals, I feel that with You're Mine is a really nice gift to have from Mariah. I read somewhere here that someone said it was quickly put together just so it can be released in time. I don't really feel that way. I really feel it's a quality song that I've been looking forward to rather than another "for fun" release. If you're feeling what she is feeling in the song, she did her job. It's just like DFAU when I listen to it. I would love for this song to reach top charts but the way music is leading towards these days I highly doubt it. I really do believe the whole "illuminati" conspiracy. You have these women who blew up and really their songs are trash. I'm really grateful that Mariah doesn't have to follow those steps and be a sellout cause that's just really how I see it. (Friday 21 February 2014; 23:20)

You're Mine (Eternal) (41,606) by B from USA I still don't get all the hate this song is/has gotten. I love it. It's her best ballad since TEOM. (Friday 21 February 2014; 23:15)

Joyce / cougar hair (41,605) by Isaac Ortiz from USA You contradict yourself lady. You post that Mariah needs a new do. Then you post it's nice/beautiful whatever. And state although it looks nice. It makes her look older,lol. I'm really curious to know how you'd want it?Really, tell me. I've never heard anyone mention or talk about "cougar hair". Why are you so focused on her hair? It looks great. And as far as her gowns and dresses, okay in my book she's dressing according to her age. She's free to show a little skin here and there. She's enjoying her youth as much as she can. Maybe something you didn't do. (Friday 21 February 2014; 22:33)

The video (41,604) by enwar00 from usa There's a poll on Billboard.com that asks who's new video is best, Mariah, Katy Perry or Nicki Minaj. I voted for Mariah (naturally) and the results showed that she's winning with 60% of the votes currently. I think this is kind of funny based on many reactions here. I like the video overall. Sure Trey's scenes being in the original version seem kind of choppy or unnecessary, and they could have used way more of the rainforest instead, but I still like it. (Friday 21 February 2014; 22:20)

Re DayDream 327 (41,603) by G.G. from USA Re DayDream 327: "Also I think she needs to branch out out of her comfort zone." Exactly. Sometimes people's best works come from them doing things outside their comfort zones. I completely agree. You can be yourself and still try new things. I, personally, would love for Mariah to do an EDM record with Calvin Harris, Daft Punk, Avicii etc., and show the world that EDM can have soul. (Friday 21 February 2014; 22:11)

Daydream327 (41,602) by JBfly from USA I somewhat agree with you. To be honest I like YM. Though the lyrics are simple is probably why some find it boring. But I think what hurts the music is the video. The video has some good scenes but it gets boring staring at her holding on to her jewels throughout the whole video. Also I think she needs to branch out out of her comfort zone. She needs to work with different writers and kinda give up on rappers for a change. She doesn't necessarily have to have someone else write a song for her. She can be a co-writer. I don't think Mariah has lost her creative side when it comes to music. I just think that she's stuck with working with the same people and with that you somewhat get the same result hence you get the comparison of WBT and YM. Almost Home and AOLG are 2 different songs and I happen to like both. The girl can still sing and she needs to continue singing. Maybe the reason some don't like YM is because it's not midtempo or up beat. Which some of us are used to. Not expecting YM to hit number 1 but will be happy if it reaches top 20. With current trend going on now. I won't be surprised if Katy Perry or Rihanna end up racking in more number ones than Mariah. Records are meant to be broken but the quality of their music is no where near Mariah. Also we have to count on radios support. If they don't play YM then it won't take off even if we all lambs call and support it. I guess we all just have to wait what Mariah got for us in this coming album. (Friday 21 February 2014; 20:58)

Gloves (41,601) by Jenny from South Africa I'm not sure the gloves are a fashion statement. A lot of the times she only wears it on one hand and it's always the arm that got injured and she said in a interview that her arm is almost back to normal which implies there's still a little more healing to go. Maybe the glove is there as extra support or something. I know maybe that will sound far fetched but it's just an idea. Maybe I'm wrong and it is just a fashion statement lol. (Friday 21 February 2014; 19:58)

Billy (41,600) by Isaac Ortiz from USA I often wondered as well. I'm with Mimi L. and agree that it might be a fashion statement. As she took the word (elegant) right out of my mind, lol. It is elegant, and nice. Sexy, yet classy. I think Mariah pulls the look off well. And looks gorgeous. I like it. And I would love for her to put her up like she did in the video for "Can't let go". It would go. (Friday 21 February 2014; 19:55)

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