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Did you know about this rule in China? (104,449) by Xavier mariohmix from Spain Share message - Mayday: Taiwan rock stars deny breaking China's lip syncing ban. Well, Mariah wasn't caught. Lol. (Thursday 7 December 2023; 11:41)

Number one (104,448) by Edward from USA "Maybe I'm just being paranoid (our resident annoying cute friend Edward here thinks I am)." You are, but it's good to see you're coming around. You now recognize that Brenda and her team just put in the work while Mariah and her team were resting in their laurels. (Thursday 7 December 2023; 02:51) this is a reply to message 104,441

Number one (104,441) by jaker20 from US Yep, thanks for posting. That's literally what I meant by my last post. When it's a close race, all these little things matter. And Brenda's team did due diligence and actually worked those promo games. Mariah's team did nothing this year and released nothing new. So in a way Brenda deserves it. By the way, I re-watched Mimi's AppleTV+ Christmas thingy from a couple of years ago. Not many saw it, but my niece loved it. Oh look Mariah has legs and arms and they're moving. She looks happy and animated. It's amazing how just a couple of years has changed for her. Maybe I'm just being paranoid (our resident annoying cute friend Edward here thinks I am). But I think Mariah is distracted.The lack of new projects or any release this season make me think that Tanaka is still in her mind. That story isn't finished. That's just what I think. Anyway, these jealous haters celebrating on twitter when their faves don't even have a classic like AIWFC. It's on its way to becoming the biggest of all time, while their faves don't even have a song the charted in decades. (Wednesday 6 December 2023; 21:33)

Vocals getting better (104,447) by Edward from USA Her voice was in good shape for Memoirs. She sung IWKWLI live in many shows and it was great. From MIAM on, it has been downhill. (Thursday 7 December 2023; 02:28) this is a reply to message 104,444

Vocals getting better (104,444) by Bobby A from United States I really feel today that MC's voice was going to deteriorate anyway as she got older because of her vocal nodules. It seems now that we are always going to be in a period of her good vocals and the next year with her having bad vocals. With each album since TEOM her vocals declined some period of time between albums during live events. Also, I want to go on the record and say that her vocals during The Angels Advocate Tour were out of this world. I saw MC in Atlanta and I was blown away with high notes she was hitting that night. And that was right after the recording time of the raspy vocals on Memoirs. (Thursday 7 December 2023; 00:20)

Vocals getting better (104,446) by Jamie from UK Perfect. And I'm getting used to this Jamie-Luke (Thursday 7 December 2023; 01:05) this is a reply to message 104,437

Vocals getting better (104,437) by Andrew from the UK So: "Mariah doesn't sing before she's supposed to sing on stage because she can't be bothered so people who book early shows will just have to suck up shite vocals"? How absurd. Imagine going to see a West End musical and the talent missing notes because they didn't rehearse. Imagine going to watch a football match and your team losing badly because they didn't go to training. Imagine... well, I think the point is made. Mariah's vocal deterioration is of her own making and people like Jamie-Luke get grief for not wanting to hand their hard-earned cash over to her for sub-par performances. Bleak, indeed. Perhaps Mariah not getting to No.1 might give her the shock that she needs: that she has to up her game and not stand motionless, without uttering sound, expecting adulation and praise. (Wednesday 6 December 2023; 17:46)

Rockin' Around #1 (104,445) by Jamie from UK Haha let's meet. (Thursday 7 December 2023; 01:01) this is a reply to message 104,427

Rockin' Around #1 (104,427) by Andrew from the UK I literally live in the same country. You're dead to me. Luke. (Tuesday 5 December 2023; 20:29)

Vocals getting better (104,444) by Bobby A from United States I really feel today that MC's voice was going to deteriorate anyway as she got older because of her vocal nodules. It seems now that we are always going to be in a period of her good vocals and the next year with her having bad vocals. With each album since TEOM her vocals declined some period of time between albums during live events. Also, I want to go on the record and say that her vocals during The Angels Advocate Tour were out of this world. I saw MC in Atlanta and I was blown away with high notes she was hitting that night. And that was right after the recording time of the raspy vocals on Memoirs. (Thursday 7 December 2023; 00:20) this is a reply to message 104,437

Vocals getting better (104,437) by Andrew from the UK So: "Mariah doesn't sing before she's supposed to sing on stage because she can't be bothered so people who book early shows will just have to suck up shite vocals"? How absurd. Imagine going to see a West End musical and the talent missing notes because they didn't rehearse. Imagine going to watch a football match and your team losing badly because they didn't go to training. Imagine... well, I think the point is made. Mariah's vocal deterioration is of her own making and people like Jamie-Luke get grief for not wanting to hand their hard-earned cash over to her for sub-par performances. Bleak, indeed. Perhaps Mariah not getting to No.1 might give her the shock that she needs: that she has to up her game and not stand motionless, without uttering sound, expecting adulation and praise. (Wednesday 6 December 2023; 17:46)

Number one (104,443) by Bobby A from United States It's going interesting if MC and Brenda do trade spots back and forth the remainder of the season. Or MC could take the top spot the remainder of the season. I am sure next year we get some new promotional plan so Brenda won't have a chance. (Wednesday 6 December 2023; 23:42) this is a reply to message 104,440

Number one (104,440) by Edward from USA The general consensus from the comments is that really good promotion from Brenda and her label was the key factor. A new video and strategic promotion gave RATCT the little push it needed. We have still a few weeks to go. I'm hopeful. (Wednesday 6 December 2023; 20:24)

MC's sold out Chicago show (104,442) by jaker20 from US I'm actually really surprised by the turnout this season. I mean not surprised because I'm happy for her, but this just goes to show that Christmas season is getting bigger and bigger for Mariah. (Wednesday 6 December 2023; 23:02) this is a reply to message 104,422

MC's sold out Chicago show (104,422) by Chicago Lamb from USA A girlfriend of mine attended the show. She's a casual fan but went with a group of girls for fun. She recorded some fantastic videos. This is from her social media post: "Back in the 90s I said more than once that 'all I wanted for Christmas' was to see Mariah Carey perform (that song) - and many other songs live. It only took me 30 years but my wish came true. Last night, we attended the sold out Mariah Carey Christmas show - and wow it definitely was worth the wait. She included favorites from her 1994 and 2010 Merry Christmas albums along with many other non holiday hits. Mariah looks, sounds flawless and seems to be having fun on stage with her band and dancers. So grateful for another fun girlfriend holiday adventure. Here is a little taste of the magic." (Tuesday 5 December 2023; 12:37)

Number one (104,441) by jaker20 from US Yep, thanks for posting. That's literally what I meant by my last post. When it's a close race, all these little things matter. And Brenda's team did due diligence and actually worked those promo games. Mariah's team did nothing this year and released nothing new. So in a way Brenda deserves it. By the way, I re-watched Mimi's AppleTV+ Christmas thingy from a couple of years ago. Not many saw it, but my niece loved it. Oh look Mariah has legs and arms and they're moving. She looks happy and animated. It's amazing how just a couple of years has changed for her. Maybe I'm just being paranoid (our resident annoying cute friend Edward here thinks I am). But I think Mariah is distracted.The lack of new projects or any release this season make me think that Tanaka is still in her mind. That story isn't finished. That's just what I think. Anyway, these jealous haters celebrating on twitter when their faves don't even have a classic like AIWFC. It's on its way to becoming the biggest of all time, while their faves don't even have a song the charted in decades. (Wednesday 6 December 2023; 21:33) this is a reply to message 104,438

Number one (104,438) by enwar00 from usa Billboard has a whole article discussing Brenda going to #1 and what they think can happen going forward. Many points were discussed here too. (Wednesday 6 December 2023; 19:15)

Number one (104,440) by Edward from USA The general consensus from the comments is that really good promotion from Brenda and her label was the key factor. A new video and strategic promotion gave RATCT the little push it needed. We have still a few weeks to go. I'm hopeful. (Wednesday 6 December 2023; 20:24) this is a reply to message 104,438

Number one (104,438) by enwar00 from usa Billboard has a whole article discussing Brenda going to #1 and what they think can happen going forward. Many points were discussed here too. (Wednesday 6 December 2023; 19:15)

Vocals getting better (104,439) by Terna from Nigeria I think with the recent voice issues, she's begun to get more serious than in the past where those opinions stem from. As a singer, you can't afford to not acknowledge your voice needs absolute care and attention and I think she gets it now. Constant singing is also exercise for the voice especially if she's resting well afterwards. She's gotten much better than that first show in terms of tone and flexibility, the ease of singing is also coming back hence the absence of staccato. I do hope it gets even better. (Wednesday 6 December 2023; 20:09) this is a reply to message 104,434

Vocals getting better (104,434) by Chicago Lamb from USA Mariah isn't fastidious about exercising her voice. Regimented vocal exercise is considered bleak. She starts the first show dry and then as shows continue, she warms up. She recorded much of TEOM after the Charmbracelet tour as she said it left her voice in a good place. As a teenager, she respected opera but it was too restrictive, confining. She wanted to be freer with her voice. (Wednesday 6 December 2023; 13:12)

Number one (104,438) by enwar00 from usa Billboard has a whole article discussing Brenda going to #1 and what they think can happen going forward. Many points were discussed here too. (Wednesday 6 December 2023; 19:15) this is a reply to message 104,436

Number one (104,436) by jaker20 from US It can't just be this one song. It's everything else, the little things that helps and matters. Two years ago she had had that AppleTV+ thingy with Jhud and Ariana, and then the year later the second special with Khalid and Kirk. They're cute little songs here and there, not huge hits, but they contribute. All these little things helps. It can't just be this one song. She has all year to prepare, but has no new visuals nor project this year. I always say that Caution paved the way to AIWFC's massive resurgence. The album was not a huge hit, but it gained her a whole new young fans which contributed to a whole lot. Next year I expect the new album. And then a bunch of new videos, maybe for Miss You Most At Christmas, like a real video with a classy intriguing story, not those cheap $10 videos. Good for Brenda, but I'm sorry but her song is just awful. It's neither here nor there. But good for her, her team is outsmarting Mariah's. (Wednesday 6 December 2023; 17:25)

Vocals getting better (104,437) by Andrew from the UK So: "Mariah doesn't sing before she's supposed to sing on stage because she can't be bothered so people who book early shows will just have to suck up shite vocals"? How absurd. Imagine going to see a West End musical and the talent missing notes because they didn't rehearse. Imagine going to watch a football match and your team losing badly because they didn't go to training. Imagine... well, I think the point is made. Mariah's vocal deterioration is of her own making and people like Jamie-Luke get grief for not wanting to hand their hard-earned cash over to her for sub-par performances. Bleak, indeed. Perhaps Mariah not getting to No.1 might give her the shock that she needs: that she has to up her game and not stand motionless, without uttering sound, expecting adulation and praise. (Wednesday 6 December 2023; 17:46) this is a reply to message 104,434

Vocals getting better (104,434) by Chicago Lamb from USA Mariah isn't fastidious about exercising her voice. Regimented vocal exercise is considered bleak. She starts the first show dry and then as shows continue, she warms up. She recorded much of TEOM after the Charmbracelet tour as she said it left her voice in a good place. As a teenager, she respected opera but it was too restrictive, confining. She wanted to be freer with her voice. (Wednesday 6 December 2023; 13:12)

Number one (104,436) by jaker20 from US It can't just be this one song. It's everything else, the little things that helps and matters. Two years ago she had had that AppleTV+ thingy with Jhud and Ariana, and then the year later the second special with Khalid and Kirk. They're cute little songs here and there, not huge hits, but they contribute. All these little things helps. It can't just be this one song. She has all year to prepare, but has no new visuals nor project this year. I always say that Caution paved the way to AIWFC's massive resurgence. The album was not a huge hit, but it gained her a whole new young fans which contributed to a whole lot. Next year I expect the new album. And then a bunch of new videos, maybe for Miss You Most At Christmas, like a real video with a classy intriguing story, not those cheap $10 videos. Good for Brenda, but I'm sorry but her song is just awful. It's neither here nor there. But good for her, her team is outsmarting Mariah's. (Wednesday 6 December 2023; 17:25) this is a reply to message 104,426

Number one (104,426) by Andrew from the UK Honestly, who cares? It's a good thing, in my opinion. There is now less pressure to keep maintaining that same level of success with it and frankly I'm bored of the Crimbo song already. And the talk of charts and that Brenda Lee who, sorry sister, should not have been slapped in that bloody awful blonde wig. It's a awful wig, a awful song and a awful nauseating thought that I might accidentally happen to listen to it ever again. It will undoubtedly be playing at the gates of hell upon my entry. Next year is Merry Christmas 30 and the Crimbo Song's 30th. That's a huge, huge deal. I say Mariah do two concerts in Hyde Park, London. Winter in London, Mariah on stage with 65,000 people singing Crimbo songs into the night air, followed by a festive fireworks display. And stream it live on AppleTV. If she did something like this, it would be global news and a massive celebration of the anniversary of her creating something that is truly timeless - unlike these little Christmas shows that nobody really gives two shiny shits about. Barclaycard x Apple presents... Mariah Carey's "Merry Christmas 30" Live in Hyde Park, London December 22 & 23, 2024 Stream it live on AppleTV. (Tuesday 5 December 2023; 20:28)

Number one (104,435) by Nick G from Germany And next Christmas MC is like: Last bitchmas I gave you the No 1, but the very next week you gave it away, this year to save me from tears I make a better promo for 30th. (Wednesday 6 December 2023; 17:15) this is a reply to message 104,433

Number one (104,433) by Edward from USA True. Brenda who? I had never heard of her. I do really want "Last Christmas" to be number one though. (Wednesday 6 December 2023; 03:40)

Vocals getting better (104,434) by Chicago Lamb from USA Mariah isn't fastidious about exercising her voice. Regimented vocal exercise is considered bleak. She starts the first show dry and then as shows continue, she warms up. She recorded much of TEOM after the Charmbracelet tour as she said it left her voice in a good place. As a teenager, she respected opera but it was too restrictive, confining. She wanted to be freer with her voice. (Wednesday 6 December 2023; 13:12) this is a reply to message 104,430

MC's sold out Chicago show (104,430) by Bobby A from United States Her voice just keeps getting better with each show. I wonder what did MC do to bring her voice back to where she actually sounds better than six months ago. Whatever you did MC, keep up with the better habits and vocal practices. (Wednesday 6 December 2023; 01:05)

Number one (104,433) by Edward from USA True. Brenda who? I had never heard of her. I do really want "Last Christmas" to be number one though. (Wednesday 6 December 2023; 03:40) this is a reply to message 104,426

Number one (104,426) by Andrew from the UK Honestly, who cares? It's a good thing, in my opinion. There is now less pressure to keep maintaining that same level of success with it and frankly I'm bored of the Crimbo song already. And the talk of charts and that Brenda Lee who, sorry sister, should not have been slapped in that bloody awful blonde wig. It's a awful wig, a awful song and a awful nauseating thought that I might accidentally happen to listen to it ever again. It will undoubtedly be playing at the gates of hell upon my entry. Next year is Merry Christmas 30 and the Crimbo Song's 30th. That's a huge, huge deal. I say Mariah do two concerts in Hyde Park, London. Winter in London, Mariah on stage with 65,000 people singing Crimbo songs into the night air, followed by a festive fireworks display. And stream it live on AppleTV. If she did something like this, it would be global news and a massive celebration of the anniversary of her creating something that is truly timeless - unlike these little Christmas shows that nobody really gives two shiny shits about. Barclaycard x Apple presents... Mariah Carey's "Merry Christmas 30" Live in Hyde Park, London December 22 & 23, 2024 Stream it live on AppleTV. (Tuesday 5 December 2023; 20:28)

Rockin' Around #1 (104,432) by Edward from USA Andrew, are you the guy walking by George Michael holding a bottle of Vodka? (Wednesday 6 December 2023; 03:31) this is a reply to message 104,427

Rockin' Around #1 (104,427) by Andrew from the UK I literally live in the same country. You're dead to me. Luke. (Tuesday 5 December 2023; 20:29)

Good voice (104,431) by Bobby A from United States I think that you are totally wrong this time for sure. MC would kill it on the Superbowl stage with Usher. She would move like she did in the Honey video. Debbie Allen would be hired for her 6 minute performance that would have MC moving with her male dancers to A No No/I'm That Chick mash-up. (Wednesday 6 December 2023; 01:55) this is a reply to message 104,425

Good voice (104,425) by Andrew from the UK It's *highly* likely Usher himself will be either lipsyncing or singing over pre-record. I say she should do it, if offered. And practice like buggery to not look like an awful drag tribute act. New shorter dark, old school hair, maybe rocking some bangs. Pants on, tits away, heels lowered, moving around the set piece. Get Gucci to design her outfit. I'm talking a totally shocking new look Mariah, first-worldwide glimpse, so that, the very next morning, it's Mariah's hot new body, hot new style, hot new track that is the talk, not the unbelievably boring American "football" nor Usher. Who should be in hot pants. Alas, she will stand frozen centre stage in an unimpressive sparkly ball gown with her fake boobs hanging out - boobs which, by then, should have formed their own gravitational pull. But we can dream. (Tuesday 5 December 2023; 20:15)

MC's sold out Chicago show (104,430) by Bobby A from United States Her voice just keeps getting better with each show. I wonder what did MC do to bring her voice back to where she actually sounds better than six months ago. Whatever you did MC, keep up with the better habits and vocal practices. (Wednesday 6 December 2023; 01:05) this is a reply to message 104,422

MC's sold out Chicago show (104,422) by Chicago Lamb from USA A girlfriend of mine attended the show. She's a casual fan but went with a group of girls for fun. She recorded some fantastic videos. This is from her social media post: "Back in the 90s I said more than once that 'all I wanted for Christmas' was to see Mariah Carey perform (that song) - and many other songs live. It only took me 30 years but my wish came true. Last night, we attended the sold out Mariah Carey Christmas show - and wow it definitely was worth the wait. She included favorites from her 1994 and 2010 Merry Christmas albums along with many other non holiday hits. Mariah looks, sounds flawless and seems to be having fun on stage with her band and dancers. So grateful for another fun girlfriend holiday adventure. Here is a little taste of the magic." (Tuesday 5 December 2023; 12:37)

Rockin' Around #1 (104,429) by Jamie from UK Cool sounds like a plan. (Tuesday 5 December 2023; 22:05) this is a reply to message 104,423

Rockin' Around #1 (104,423) by Edward from USA Sadly not in the city, but might be moving back. I'd love to though. (Tuesday 5 December 2023; 12:43)

Article: Mariah Carey dethroned (104,428) by Edward from USA I don't understand. Streams are converted to sales. 150 streams equal 1 track sale. (Tuesday 5 December 2023; 21:12) this is a reply to message 104,424

Article: Mariah Carey dethroned (104,424) by Betty from Canada Forbes forgot to mention how Spotify removed AIWFCIY from playlists and Billboard changed the rules to count streaming more than sales. (Tuesday 5 December 2023; 18:44)

Rockin' Around #1 (104,427) by Andrew from the UK I literally live in the same country. You're dead to me. Luke. (Tuesday 5 December 2023; 20:29) this is a reply to message 104,420

Rockin' Around #1 (104,420) by Jamie from UK Where in NY are you? Next time I'm there we could grab a coffee? (Tuesday 5 December 2023; 10:37)

Number one (104,426) by Andrew from the UK Honestly, who cares? It's a good thing, in my opinion. There is now less pressure to keep maintaining that same level of success with it and frankly I'm bored of the Crimbo song already. And the talk of charts and that Brenda Lee who, sorry sister, should not have been slapped in that bloody awful blonde wig. It's a awful wig, a awful song and a awful nauseating thought that I might accidentally happen to listen to it ever again. It will undoubtedly be playing at the gates of hell upon my entry. Next year is Merry Christmas 30 and the Crimbo Song's 30th. That's a huge, huge deal. I say Mariah do two concerts in Hyde Park, London. Winter in London, Mariah on stage with 65,000 people singing Crimbo songs into the night air, followed by a festive fireworks display. And stream it live on AppleTV. If she did something like this, it would be global news and a massive celebration of the anniversary of her creating something that is truly timeless - unlike these little Christmas shows that nobody really gives two shiny shits about. Barclaycard x Apple presents... Mariah Carey's "Merry Christmas 30" Live in Hyde Park, London December 22 & 23, 2024 Stream it live on AppleTV. (Tuesday 5 December 2023; 20:28)

Good voice (104,425) by Andrew from the UK It's *highly* likely Usher himself will be either lipsyncing or singing over pre-record. I say she should do it, if offered. And practice like buggery to not look like an awful drag tribute act. New shorter dark, old school hair, maybe rocking some bangs. Pants on, tits away, heels lowered, moving around the set piece. Get Gucci to design her outfit. I'm talking a totally shocking new look Mariah, first-worldwide glimpse, so that, the very next morning, it's Mariah's hot new body, hot new style, hot new track that is the talk, not the unbelievably boring American "football" nor Usher. Who should be in hot pants. Alas, she will stand frozen centre stage in an unimpressive sparkly ball gown with her fake boobs hanging out - boobs which, by then, should have formed their own gravitational pull. But we can dream. (Tuesday 5 December 2023; 20:15) this is a reply to message 104,411

Good voice (104,411) by Bobby A from United States Do you think she has voice back enough join Usher on the Superbowl stage in 2024? I think so. If Usher announces MC will join him, it will be the biggest event of her career since WBT. She would be forced to drop a new song on February 9th. Just saying today trying to think positively. (Tuesday 5 December 2023; 01:10)

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