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Video (41,336) by Ryan from the Philippines The rants against her videos are pointless too. I mean, when did she always have the best videos? If she has 50 songs released in her entire career, only 25% of those had good videos (specifically TEOM era when Island invested so much on her). One Sweet Day, as one of her biggest songs ever, didn't have a good video as well just IMO. As what I have pointed out with regards to TEOM, a song accompanied by a good video depends on the support of the label. I see when it comes to Mariah they always resort to cost-cutting, and I see where Mariah is coming if she won't give her 200% too. And the problem is, people are just over-expecting. In a nutshell, I have moved on since the "Bye Bye" video. The sad truth, IDJ won't be spending that much for Mariah anymore. But "You're Mine (Eternal)" is still good though only those who have common sense will appreciate and understand the video. (Saturday 15 February 2014; 3:16)

February 24th (41,335) by Jeremey Carey from United States Radio plays for You're Mine are going to be pushed for February 24th? I was hoping they'd push as soon as possible. It actually scares me that they want to wait to fully release it to radio. I just hope when it picks up, it really "picks up". Until then, please my fellow lambs stream the videos as much as possible. (Saturday 15 February 2014; 3:01)

You're Mine dance remixes (41,334) by Justin from USA - Los Angeles These new remixes of youre mine are hot. I love the resung vocals. I can't wait untill they get to be released on iTunes. This song has to be successful on the Billboard dance charts. Every single that Mariah has released and remixed reached #1 on the Billboard dance/club play charts. What do you guys think? (Saturday 15 February 2014; 2:34)

Remix video (41,333) by Darryle from USA I was extremely disappointed in the remix video. Mariah said that Trey was prominently featured in this one and really he wasn't. It was the same as the original except we get like ten extra seconds of Trey. I just don't get why you release two videos just to make them the same. The video had no storyline or concept. Mariah really needs to step up her video game. (Saturday 15 February 2014; 2:06)

Throwing Nick under the bus (41,332) by Licia from USA I find it comical that people who don't even like Nick feel she's throwing him under the bus. I'm team Nick, but he's so wrong. Lol. Anybody who's spouse leaves them to go to all star weekend would be upset. You all claim she doesn't answer questions directly. Well she answered that question directly and honestly. I'm not mad at her for feeling that way. (Saturday 15 February 2014; 2:03)

Dionne005 (41,331) by Kenny from Canada How "dare" I? Yes I dare to speak my mind and express my thoughts. I live in a free country. Is Mariah the second Messiah? Are we not allowed to question her behaviour and mindlessly accept that she is perfect with no flaws? Obviously I'm not the only that think she's been pretty nutty lately. I still love her voice and don't think anyone can measure up to her, but I'm finding it harder now to like her as a person. She needs to bring back the humility that she used to have and bring the arrogance down a notch. And I'm not sure why you brought up Patti because Patti seems more grounded to me. (Saturday 15 February 2014; 1:46)

Remix video (41,330) by Licia from USA The new video wasn't much different, but makes better sense for me now that they added Trey's singing part. Now it makes sense that he was thinking about her wherever he was and she was thinking of him wherever she was. That didn't translate in the original video with just showing him at a video shoot. I didn't get it lol. (Saturday 15 February 2014; 1:42)

Agree with J (41,329) by Mara from United States J, I agree with everything you said. As far as Mariah not acting "black enough" in the 90's, there are many full black artists that still don't act the way she does so I really don't know what that has to do with it, but it understand what you are saying. I by no means want to come off as nitpicking Mariah. I just hate to see the press more about what she is doing, not wearing, going all ov the place in interviews. Anyone remember Good Morning America? I just would love to hear more about her music for once rather than her antics. That's all. (Saturday 15 February 2014; 1:39)

Memoirs (41,328) by J from USA Screw what anybody says, Memoirs was underrated. That album was solid from start to finish. As I got older I realized E=MC2 was a weak follow up to TEOM, Memoirs was a step in the right direction after E=MC2. Sadly, the promo was horrible as was the single choices after Obsessed and the videos. HATE U anybody? Lol. That song could had been massive. I really wish she could had done the Memoirs era all over again. (Saturday 15 February 2014; 1:20)

Mariah's personality (41,327) by J from USA Nobody is bashing Mariah at all. But Mariah has never acted this way before. I have seen so many articles on her Breakfast Club interview and everyone keeps writing how she seemed "loopy, drunk, out of it or dazed". Honestly it's not a good look. Plus I'm not sure if anybody noticed but she had her eyes closed for much of the interview, mind you she was wearing sunglasses. Even after she divorced Tommy, and was able to be "herself" she never acted this way. Marah was funny, well spoken, confident and never rambled on or had this holier than thou attitude. (Saturday 15 February 2014; 0:59)

Memoirs remixed by Jump Smokers (41,326) by Justin from USA - Los Angeles Have you guys heard the entire Memoirs Of An Imperfect Angel album remixed by Jump Smokers? It is like the best. (Saturday 15 February 2014; 0:53)

Mariah in interviews (41,325) by Ben from United States I definitely agree with one of the previous comments about the way that Sony tried to make Mariah "respectable" and to tone down her blackness. People seem to be longing for "that" Mariah from the early 1990s, but that's clearly not who she is. She has reiterated that fact many, many times. (Saturday 15 February 2014; 0:40)

New remix video feat Trey Songz (41,324) by Justin from USA - Los Angeles I'm so disappointed in the remix video featuring trey Songz. It's the exact same thing. Like what was the point of even making the video separate? (Saturday 15 February 2014; 0:10)

Thoughts (41,323) by B from USA I'm glad she decided to change the title. You're Mine (Eternal) is the perfect follow up to #Beautiful. You're Mine is the best ballad she's released since 2005. I love the lyrics their relatable, catchy, and poetic. It's classic Mariah updated without sounding dated. (Friday 14 February 2014; 23:56)

Re. Carlos, Mariah's ways (41,322) by Joe from United Kingdom Even though some of your post was cut out I could gather what you were trying to say, I think. I totally agree with what you said about Mariah's odd behavour sometimes. I also believe alot of it is to do with insecurity. I'm no shrink but with Mariah I sometimes try to look beneath the surface of what she presents herself to be, underneath the beautiful diva character I feel like she's not comfortable in her own skin unless she's able to present herself in exactly the way she likes only showing herself from her good side, lighting and her personality. It seems the older she gets the more she constantly thinks this way to the point where she seems like her mind is some place else. I honestly think Mariah is amazing no matter what she looks like or how she acts because her music is what made me like her to begin with. I actually don't mind Mariah being abit crazy it's just her being funny some of the time but I can understand how it comes across to the public as an over the top diva. Either way I will always continue to support Mariah no matter what and want the best for her. Sorry if I sound dramatic. (Friday 14 February 2014; 23:43)

Kenny / rude statements from fans (41,321) by Anonymous from How dare you insult Mariah and Michael Jackson in the same sentence? The only one going off the deep end is you. Mariah is just being herself. She can't be relaxed at an interview? She kinda reminded me of Patti. And keep in mind, her and Patti hang out. And she is not an alcoholic. (Friday 14 February 2014; 23:35)

Mariah and Walter Afanasieff for new album (41,320) by ADAM from USA Does anyone know if it's really true that MC and Walter are back together again? This is the wish all her die hards have been waiting for. I absolutely love all the records they created together and feel they produced her best work in my opinion. This is based off the recent track listing that's been circulating the web lately. However also keep in mind that MC was quoted recently as saying she's recorded 2 covers for this record, which I don't think are included in the track listings. (Friday 14 February 2014; 22:43)

Reading Mariah interviews, culturally perhaps? (41,319) by Geronimo from USA There is a lot of conversation on this board about Mariah's demeanor during interviews. I am beginning to wonder if the reason that some people on this board are finding her off-putting lately has to do with cultural expectations. In the 90s her persona in interviews reminded me of the way one acts while under pressure to appear a particular way for a broad audience. News anchors in major markets, game-show hosts, presidential hopefuls, have this in common. (Very generally speaking.) If a person of color wants success in the "mainstream" they have to avoid offending some "white" sensibilities, and people of color learn to become "acceptable" (or strategically and stereotypically "unacceptable"). Teenage Mariah was thrown into that game and has been slowly working it out. For me, her professional image used to seem strategically as close as possible to "white" or pleasantly-exotic yet "universal". Now she seems to have decided how she wants relate to all of that. As a 30 something year old Black American man, I think she is funny yet mature on serious shows and laid-back, silly and hilarious in other venues. She knows show business is a joke and there is really nothing but her own family and friends to take seriously. She reminds me of some worldly, experienced, black women of means Mariah's age and older that I know and love them because their nonchalant humor and irreverent way of dismissing superficiality with more superficiality is a breath of fresh air. They are not out of touch at all but simply not interested in playing "the game" on the game's own terms anymore. For many reasons (some of which I think have to do with both age and culture) I do not think that translates well for people who thought the PR version of Mariah back in the day was a real kind of American woman of color. (Friday 14 February 2014; 22:37)

Lambs what are your top five likes and dislikes of the new era? (41,317) by Me. I am Carly from USA Mine top five likes: 1) I love the way she is dressing, simple black dresses and colors illustrates how naturally beautiful she is. 2) I love the new song style and her voice on it. 3) I think the amount of promo is amazing. 4) I enjoy her sharing little highlights of life with Dem Babies. 5) I actually enjoy hearing about Nick but why not show gratitude for having a guy that loves you or just say straight up that you are sad because you miss him. Top five dislikes: 1) The much discussed bland beauty shots, get moving M the video was like a jet that never took off, because it seemed to self conscious. 2) The lack of a no person on her team. 3) Excess drinking, replace the bubbly with coffee, therapy, exercise? 4) Not answering questions, if you don't like the question say it. 4) Over the top diva antics. 5) Lack of faith, not expressing her gratitude. (Friday 14 February 2014; 21:22)

You're Mine (41,316) by Commodore from USA Ok I love the new single but I like the remix better lol. To me just Mariah alone is nice but it feels empty lol. On that note I don't think the single is a new WBT or Don't Forget About Us lol. I feel it sounds like a modern Underneath The Stars/Fourth Of July lol. I hope it can reach number 1, but I'm happy with top 20 too lol. (Friday 14 February 2014; 21:14)

Not bashing (41,315) by Mara from United States I don't know why people on here think any constructive criticism is bashing Mariah. This is part of the problem. MC has a lot of people who just agree with her. I am only concerned for her. I have been a fan of Mariah's since 1990 when I was 14. I looked up to her. I know in this day she can't have that same success she had in the 90's, but I would love to see her have respect and not be a joke either. You're Mine is a great song and has the ability to resonate with today's market. It has a great hook. I appreciate that she is showcasing her voice and not whispering. But she just seems uncomfortable in interviews anymore and goes off track when asked questions. She has the legend stature that she could give advice to any other female singers out there. She has nothing to side glance about. She is Mariah freaking Carey, the one they all aim to be like. I will support and love Mariah until I die, I just don't want her recording history to be erased and be remembered more for her attitude. (Friday 14 February 2014; 20:40)

Martyn (41,314) by Mimi L. from Empower Your Highlighter Yes that tracklist may be legit, although she might have dropped some songs, because we got to know through recent interviews that there are atleast 2 new song: "Dedication" and "Thirsty". (Friday 14 February 2014; 20:19)

To webmaster (41,313) by Carlos Jaramillo from USA Hello, sir. Just a question. Why are my comments substituted and interrupted by brackets? The parts you are editing don't say anything wrong or incriminating so, I'm just wondering what I'm doing that renders pieces of my comments "unprintable". Just so I can change whatever Im doing because, the end result of what you print makes my comment seem incoherent. (Webmaster: Please don't write half of the words or complete sentences in capitals. It looks like you're trying to yell at us.) (Friday 14 February 2014; 20:18)

The madness (41,312) by Gerald from USA by the way of NYC I been reading a lot of the messages from the fans since the release of You're Mine (Eternal) and I see everyone's point whether it be good and or bad. But to MC's credit at least we have something to work with rather then playing the guessing game. I appreciate the new single and the video serves a purpose as well. We have to remember times in music business have changed since MC first came on the scene and many critics doubters gave her six months tops so for her to still be here now is certainly a blessing and we should enjoy it while we still have it. (Friday 14 February 2014; 20:03)

You're mine (41,311) by Jenny from South Africa I'm really enjoying this song. It's very catchy and I love how her voice sounds. I even like the version with Trey and I wasn't expecting to. (Friday 14 February 2014; 19:50)

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