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Edward (39,796) by Stephen from London, United Kingdom You did say that, I remember clearly lol. I agree, I think she realises that at this point, fast food hits are not going to satisfy the fans that have kept her a star for 23 years. I also think she's going for a more A/C audience, which is long overdue. They are the people who buy records. Buble sells tons of albums. Appearing with him on his show is a great way of showcasing her more mature artistry. Whether that gives her a hit album or single, I don't know, nor do I care. At this point good music is what matters. Sure, I'd love Mariah to have a hit album or single, but it doesn't matter when she's been there and done that. She has loyal fans who want more than E=MC2 or MOAIA had to offer. As much as I liked MOAIA, it's definitely time for a change in direction from Mariah. This album appears to be shaping up to do that. I'm very excited about the Nas collabo. Imagine if she gave us something along the lines of If I Ruled The World or Cherry Wine? (Thursday 14 November 2013; 10:11)

Will, Fallon (39,795) by Elena from The Netherlands I got the same impression of Mariah rambling on like she did in her Glitter era. However I don't believe she's not ok mentally, I think she just has this showbiz persona that comes on every time she's on the spot. I believe she's much more at ease privately. You can tell how real she is by her lyrics. The Angie Martinez interview was much better I gotta say, and she spoke openly about her insecurity, so that might have something to do with it. Anyway, as for now, we know from those interviews that the album is probably scheduled for February and that dem babies will be on the record. I would love to hear some more about the collaborations with R. Kelly and Stevie though. They are only talking about Nas being on the record! (Thursday 14 November 2013; 8:52)

Mariah on Fallon (39,794) by Stacey from USA MC was all over the place, but she wasnt loopy like when she surprised Carson on TRL. C'mon, nothing compares to that TRL performance. She was not in a good place. My only criticism is that outfit. Oh my! Loose the fan, lol. Other then that, her tangents make for good TV. (Thursday 14 November 2013; 8:36)

[...] (39,793) by Orkun from The Netherlands It makes me very sad to say this, but she looks seriously drunk on both interviews she gave on Fallon and the other interview she just gave. I do not see any focus on anything. I felt like I was watching her infamous drunk speech on YouTube. I cant believe it's all happening. Now I am confident to say that she is the boss of everything. Single choices, songs, clips, management etc. Enough of blaming promotion, managers, Nick, bad earplugs, not enough voice rest etc. Im sorry. I am truly so disapointed. This is a mess. My heart breaks to see her like this. She is [...] my lifesaver. All I write is musicwise. In her private life, of course she can live as she wants. And proudly, of course. My point is not about Mariah, the person. Its about music. Dont let it all fade away. (Thursday 14 November 2013; 8:34)

The teaser that never was (39,792) by Edward from USA According to Mariah, the teaser we got to hear on her Facebook page, before TAOLG was released, didn't have anything to do with TAOLG. Now I'm so curious about that song. Mariah high notes were out of this world on it, and the feel of the music was very Buble hence my statement about Mariah taking Buble's direction. I am so excited about this album, E=MC2 was a good yet forgettable album to me, just like Memoirs, but TEOM was not. She's going retro, but not TEOM direction. Duets with R Kelly, Stevie Wonder, Nas, and a possible Whitney's cover. I can't wait. (Thursday 14 November 2013; 4:47)

Stephen, TAOLG review (Inside Scoop) (39,791) by Edward from USA Stephen, didn't I say Mariah was trying to pull a Buble on us? Confirmation: Mariah is confirmed to be on Buble's Christmas special and she'll sing with him AIFIY. I'm really happy about that. Buble, just like Groban, sells millions of records even when he hasn't had big hit singles on Billboard Hot 100. They sell quality, and artistry. The fact that Mariah is somewhat taking that direction musically makes me very happy. TAOLG has grown on me tremendously, and I love the fact that there are not scratchy or strained vocals on it. Mariah sounded strained on TEOM, especially on Mine Again. TAOLG is flawless vocally with her current voice. I didn't like the intro at first, but now it is ok with me, once she gets into the second verse, she kills it. Mariah is making a statement here, just like Butterfly, TAOLG is Mariah freeing herself from control, pressure, fair-weather friends, expectations, and trends. We wanted something different, we got something different. As I said, I rather she puts out an album with quality music than a whole bunch of poppy songs for the sake of being popular like E=MC2. Whether it becomes popular or not, Mariah is bringing back good music, and I'm happy about that. I want her to be successful, but at this point, I rather have artistry and quality over forgettable #1's. (Thursday 14 November 2013; 4:33)

Negative Nancy's (39,790) by nikki from usa No, this song isn't for everyone. However, I think there are some overly harsh criticisms due to previously imagined expectations instead of just listening with fresh ears. The way she's singing it sounds more like the freestyle jazz she did at the Carlyle - especially with that "flinging my world around" part. I think that's innovative (the freestyle, I mean). There are some great lyrics in here too. "Your words were merely lies, reverberating in my ears, and the echo won't subside." I don't know anyone who's been through a rough break up (teens) or divorce who wouldn't be able to relate to this. I think this song has sales potential. "Can't do this like MC" was in Don't Forget About Us. It doesn't matter that she said "Mimi" in this - people will just put their own name there or sing "me". I don't think this will go to the top of the charts, but then I thought the same thing about Touch My Body. I'm still shocked Womanizer was a #1 hit. That song didn't even have lyrics. I'm loving this R&B/Jazz fusion with full voice. For those that don't, I'm sure there will be plenty on the album you do like since MC is known for mixing it up. (Thursday 14 November 2013; 3:52)

People magazine released a 90's edition (39,789) by nikki from usa Mariah. Wasn't. Mentioned. Once. There were ode's to Celine Dion, Whitney, pop tarts who came out in '99, even a section for J.Lo, but not Mariah. There was a small section entitled the Decade of Madonna, however that only mentioned 2 movies, a single tour, and an appearance on Lettermen. The woman who had a #1 every year, actually got the Artist of the Decade award, sold 100 million copies that decade, longest running single, most albums sold in a single week, owned half the #1 debuts that ever happened in the history of Billboard, and countless other record breaking feats, isn't mentioned at all. Mariah and Luther, Whitney, Boyz II Men, Babyface, and Allure. Mariah was 90's music, the inventor of Hip Pop, the reason pop music sounds the way it does today is all Mariah. The thing that sucks is the people who didn't last and anyone who was "visual" is called an "innovator", but the one who actually affected the music industry, defined it, remolded it, and ruled it is ignored. (Thursday 14 November 2013; 2:32)

TAOLG (39,788) by B from USA Her voice is in fine form. She still has her voice. The years of constant singing have flawed her vocals a little but it's more expressive. I love the music and vocals my 'problem with the new single is the lyrics. Not all the lyrics just the verses. I like the chorus. The verses are wordy and clunky. (Thursday 14 November 2013; 1:38)

Fallon (39,787) by Will from Australia Her appearance on Fallon reminded me of her notorious TRL lollipop appearance with Carson Daly. She seemed nuts and random, I hope she's ok mentally right now. Also her interaction from what I've seen with JD as manager doesn't look positive, she keeps correcting him on what not to say about her etc. and then blasé about what his plans are or when he talks. Delighted she called Minage Satan though lol. (Thursday 14 November 2013; 1:29)

Letting go of bad ensembles (39,786) by Matthew from USA Mariah, if you are going to wear a barely there dress, then wear it honey. It annoys me when she wears these ensembles, and then she has to fidget and turn to a certain angle and grab a cushion and open a fan to hide herself. It just makes for an uncomfortable moment. If you can't strut confidently in it, then you probably shouldn't wear it. Other than that, Jimmy + Mimi = good times. I loved when she surprised the fans and the snippets we had of her singing live were awesome. (Thursday 14 November 2013; 0:00)

Reuniting? (39,785) by Trish from USA I still have my fingers crossed for a Walter/Mariah reunion, and I'm hoping the shade at the end of the 2nd verse is for Kelly Price. (Wednesday 13 November 2013; 22:40)

Mariah on Jimmy (39,784) by Manny from U.S. The segment were Mariah surprises fans was a sweet moment. Imagine listening to your idol singing an unheard song live. I keep watching the video of it. I honestly got chills at the end when she belts the song "baby, letting go". I am getting used to some of the lyrics. I do feel they are different than her usual work. I was also confused of the first lyrics, "I'm making a statement of my own opinion". Like someone said its redundant. I do like the old school sound of the music and arrangements (along with vinyl record effect background). I think it's great she is teasing us with ballads and not another predictable rap/pop song. I can't wait for the album and I'm happy she is doing records. Period. (Wednesday 13 November 2013; 21:32)

The Art of Letting Go (39,783) by R&B Junkie from Poland This song is amazing. It's jazz married with soul. I love the simple arrangement, each sound is put where it's needed, especially hammond organs, they bring the Motown feel. The greatest advantage is the fact that the cut is not overpoduced. Lyrical content is OK, I don't mind the long words, they all make the melody more towards jazz songs - one more proof that "The Art of Letting Go" was written for adult audience, for people who got bored by all these recent sound wars in radio stations. No, it's not going to be the mainstream hit, but that doesn't mean the song is not worth attention. If you all could forget the number ones thing, topping the charts, and focuse on the song itself - this would be the best award for Mariah. (Wednesday 13 November 2013; 19:58)

Angie Martinez / new album February 2014? (39,782) by Quaid Long from USA I'm loving all the shade she threw on Idol/Nicki (aka Satan lol) during the Angie Martinez interview. I was surprised she was so blunt ("I hated it!") but still glad she went there. Also, sounds like the new album will drop February 2014 (they kept saying "top of the year" and then she said February 2014). I'm just hoping she gives us another single before then because I feel like unless this one blows up (which, as much as I love it, not sure it will), momentum might dwindle again. Come on JD, do your thing! (Wednesday 13 November 2013; 18:15)

Listen to TAOLG with #Beautiful (39,781) by Eternal from Italy I think this new album is shaping up to be a new Mariah classic. TAOLG takes on a new significance when you listen to it together with #Beautiful, that same throwback, minimal feel. I wouldn't be surprised if we get a few songs (like the one with Nas) similar to the sound of "The roof" and "Breakdown". Obviously the voice is still captivating but not as smooth and agile as it used to be, but who else among today's generation of singers can create an album with real music like she does (Lady Gaga and Katy Perry are not real music, IMHO)? We talk about Adele and though she does have some really spectacular songs like "Someone like you" along with a unique voice, it doesn't have the same thrilling tones and textures of MC's. Nor does she has the legendary career yet. She still needs to prove herself. One successful album does not a legend make. MC has no competition, she's always been way ahead of her peers, and the only person she has to surpass is her ownself, circa the 90s. Mariah Carey 90s vs Mariah Carey 2000s, I guess we can call it. (Wednesday 13 November 2013; 16:56)

Amazing (39,780) by George Golden from UK Amazing song. It's the kind of song that gets better the more you listen. With a killer video and good promotion this song should get the top ten easily. Please no tacky video, just a video with a good storyline. (Wednesday 13 November 2013; 15:15)

TAOLG / Trouble With Love (39,779) by Licia from USA I've seen a couple people say the song sounds like The Trouble With Love. I don't hear that. I hear Who's Loving You by the Jackson 5. When I first heard TAOLG I immediately thought real old school song. (Wednesday 13 November 2013; 13:07)

My review of The Art of Letting Go (39,778) by Lainsky from Philippines The Art of Letting Go is truly Mariah Carey. For loyal fans like me, this is indeed a great track that showcases again her artistry lyrically, musically and vocally. What about commercial appeal? Well honestly, I am not quite sure if the general public will be really interested in this song, however it might be appealing to the fans of Adele and all those who can relate. I was imagining that this song will be in the types of Honey or Fantasy but I am glad it sounds like she went back to who she really was in the 90s in terms of slow song or ballad-inspirational kind of music like this. Melody is fresh, which can also call new fans. There’s also a possibility that Mariah did not consider that much of commercial success. I felt that it was written for personal reasons, for her lambs and for the sake of really good, classic-to-be type of single. In short, I like it but it needs to grow in me like Butterfly, which I only like at first but eventually became my all time favorite slow Mariah song. I hope the next single will be as great or even better than this but with mid to uptempo beat on it. I have a strong feeling that this album is really really good like her work of art at its best. (Wednesday 13 November 2013; 8:50)

Mariah on Jimmy Fallon (39,777) by Paul from Usa Why is Mariah so awkward during interviews lately? It seems impossible for her to answer questions without talespinning onto something totally off topic? (Wednesday 13 November 2013; 7:39)

It's about Tommy (39,776) by Will from Australia I'm pretty sure it's about Tommy. The use of the word dominion is the giveaway. Dominion is defined as control or the exercise of control. I no longer live in your dominion. Flinging your world around and they watch, flinging leads to an onus of responsibility as in Tommy causing the glitter breakdown and watching as she fell down. (Wednesday 13 November 2013; 4:25)

The art (39,775) by Tory from Australia Perhaps it is about letting go of trying to be at the top of charts and frankly, does she really need to at this point? I don't think anyone doubts that when she wants to make a hit song, she of all people can and will do it. I feel Mariah is trying something different with this album, she's going against what's popular now and what people want to hear and is doing it her way. #Beautiful was so different from everything else on radio and it was a hit. Much like TAOLG it took awhile to grow on me but once it did, I ended up loving it. The Art of Letting Go is like #Beautiful, different. It's a different kind of ballad, which is where I agree with the comparisons to Vision of Love. Even the breakdown and eventual climax reminds me of VOL. Now I think vocally it's beautiful and lyrically/melodically it's a bit to get used to. I kinda disappointed myself because it sounded nothing like how I imagined it would sound from the teaser. I was expecting heavy like orchestra and strings, but in the end it sounds more gospel which there is obviously nothing wrong with that. I agree with others in that I think Mariah is going in the right artistic direction, I feel she wants this album to surprise people, fans and critics alike. She wants to make music people aren't used to hearing from her, she's letting go of expectations and finally taking chances. (Wednesday 13 November 2013; 2:36)

TAOLG (39,774) by Brad from USA Hi lambs. So yes, I am a minute late on this but in a nutshell, I think TAOLG is quite fantastic. It did have to build on me, but obviously did so quite quickly. I think it is Mimi's attempt to put forth an R&B ballad during an era devoid of nearly any balladry or R&B. Yes, hooks are replaced by simple clean vocals, but the music stages the tempo for the vocal rather than limiting it and defining it - as is the case for so much popular music today. On a technical point, I think the bridge would have been better laid if it started with her singing "baby..." rather than starting with the synth. The bridge is a bit jarring because of that. Nonetheless, I would encourage you to listen to it many times over and see if you don't love it then. I think in terms of lyrics "we" expected something more specific but Mariah needs to try to appeal to a broader population than just us lambs. I question the (seeming) lack of a plan for public performances of this song and dissemination to radio stations, as I would really love the general public to hear her sing her face off on this song - a point which is undeniable in listening to this song. Be well and good to one another. Bye, bye. (Wednesday 13 November 2013; 1:19)

Mariah's personal meaning (39,773) by Martyn from England, UK I know Mariah has said she wants this song to mean whatever it means to the listener, but she's also said it's a very personal song to her. What do people think her interpretation is? I have two theories. 1) Letting go of trying to achieve chart success. Moving from trying to please the masses to making music that's right for her personally. The bit about erasing Mimi from a phone book (the line she pointed out as a prominent one with meaning behind it) could be her letting go of the Emancipation era that seems to have plagued her since in terms of expectation. I also wonder whether the part about reuniting could be related to Walter? 2) The song could be about Tommy? I know the conspiracists think there's a lot of behind the scenes sabotage that still goes on with Tommy and/or his people. If this were true, the lyrics would be incredibly fitting. Or perhaps it's just a good old fashioned Mariah heartbreak song written on behalf of a fictional protagonist. What does everyone else think? (Wednesday 13 November 2013; 0:54)

The Art of Letting Go on the charts (39,772) by Victor from Costa Rica #1 Brunei Darussalam (+76) (NE) #1 Bulgaria (+1) (NE) #1 Malaysia (+1) (NE) #1 Philippines (=) (NE) #1 Singapore (+2) (NE) #1 Taiwan (=) (NE) #1 Vietnam (+2) #1 Costa Rica (NE) Source: iTunes (Wednesday 13 November 2013; 0:37)

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