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Signature songs / The Art Of Letting Go (39,412) by Lainsky from Philippines For the 90s her signature song based on popularity and impact to people is Hero and for 00s I have to say it's Through The Rain (at least here in the Asia). TTR is more popular than We Belong Together and it has more impact to people. As for the new album, I have to agree with some of you that Mariah should drop the album in 2014 like January, but she can release a new single by November or December. Again as some of you said it, she can focus on promoting again her Christmas singles and albums. But let's wait what the management will do and whatever it is, let's keep our fingers crossed that we will all get what we want. (Sunday 6 October 2013; 11:57)

Mariah mania (39,411) by nikki from usa I would love if Mariah would release a song now. I'm bored with radio and the "heavyhitters" of today aren't that heavy hitting. If it's even half way decent it'll easily chart. #Beautiful was a "good" song and it did very well, the second she releases something "great" she'll float to the top. I think what people really underestimate about her is the fact her frequent success has been due to her own invention. It's one thing to get a few string of hits, it's another to have a 20 year career due to her own writing and producing skills. That alone alludes to another hidden talent: Mariah clearly has a grasp on the people's "pulse". Sure, she may miss a few beats here and there; but those "misses" only ensure she has a hit just around the corner. No matter the state of Mariah's career, she'll always have one for 2 reasons. 1. She's so rich, she could afford to create her own albums even without a label for the rest of her life and still send her grandchildren to college. 2. Even her "flops" turn a profit. As long as there's money to be had, there will always be a label willing to take on Mariah. In fact, out of the 17 songs in the past 13 years, I can only come up with 4 true flops - the rest have either charted well, sold well, and/or broke records somewhere else. (Sunday 6 October 2013; 4:09)

Art Of Letting Go / the new clone (39,410) by 123 from USA She better keep that as the album title. When I heard it might be one of the songs of the album, I thought to myself, wouldn't it be great if that was the album title. I don't see any new music coming out this year either. She will wait untill first quarter to drop an uptempo and then release a ballad in time for prom season. I don't know what all the hype is about the new Mariah clone. The only reason why they are saying she is the new Mariah is because they are marketing her that way and her production team admitted to ripping of Mariah's mid 90s sound for her. I heard the album, it's kiddie, no great vocals. She may have have range but she sounds like a little girl, not a woman in her 20s. "Honestly, there have been so many, 'This is the new her,' and I'm like, OK, show me the new her. Can she come and work for me and be my double?" - Mariah. (Sunday 6 October 2013; 2:10)

New album release date / Ariana Grande (39,409) by Edward from USA I don't think it is a good idea to release the album at this time of the year either. I think Mariah would be focused on her Christmas stuff, and the attention wouldn't be on the album. A new single by the end of November would make sense though, provided the single was successful. It would give Mariah a nice window for a second single, and then the album by March. In the meantime, I am so happy for Ariana's album, I listen to it regularly because it is the closest I can find to Mariah. It also reminds me of when Mariah sang fluidly and without struggle. Ariana is talented, but I'm afraid she's already been labeled as a Mariah-wannabe. Her second single flopped badly, and her album is fading out slowly. I hope she could get a couple of hits from it. (Saturday 5 October 2013; 20:14)

The tour (39,408) by Jeanette from USA The way I look at it is Mariah isn't going on tour. Remember that she said she was going to go in October. I feel sorry for Mariah, yes she is a talented singer and will always be. Singers like Whitney, Celine, Barbra, Donna and Mariah days seem to be coming to an end. (Saturday 5 October 2013; 19:12)

Classic signature songs (39,407) by RadChad from United States I would agree that MC's evergreens/signature songs would be: 1) Hero - That song was like an epidemic of its time sung at many graduations across the country (including mine). Someone said it best when they mentioned how recognizable the piano melody is before a note is even uttered. 2) We Belong Together - The career reviving and redefining song, she simply struck a chord with the nation with this antheme. Classic example of perfect song and perfect timing. 3) All I Want For Christmas (Is You) - This song will probably outlast every song on the list. Simply because it's rare that we get a modern day Christmas classic and this song has already stood the test of time. 4) Always Be My Baby - I've encoutered many non lambs that love and remember this song and quite often name it as their "favorite Mariah Carey song". Honorable mentions: Vision Of Love - Everyone born from 1985 on up would probably say this is THE signature song. (IMO it's her signature.) Breakdown - Just as Always Be My Baby, many non lambs particularly in the urban community (from my observation) has praise this song, saying they think it's her best. (Saturday 5 October 2013; 17:51)

Mariah 2014 for massive impact in the first quarter (39,406) by Bobby A from United States Hey lambs. I really feel that we won't get a new single or album until January 2014 (single) and March 2014 (album). I say this because: Why would Mariah Carey release any new music during the last three months of the year? There is not enough time now to promote and maximize album sales. I really feel her new team has decided to wait for a huge single debut at the first of the year. She will have a massive TV/radio campaign that will lead into the album's release. I am sure her team will come up with something like Justin Timberlake did at the Grammys and on Jimmy Fallon. And forget about the album being title "The Art Of Letting Go". The song may be great, but not a title for Mariah to reclaim her throne. She needs a title that will stick in the minds of the listening public. So if it means I have to wait until January for new music, then I am willing to give Mariah that support to put out some great music next year. Do you think my gut feeling is right? (Saturday 5 October 2013; 17:25)

"Hero" and "All I want for Christmas" (39,405) by Joe from United Kingdom Those were the two signature songs I was refering to in my previous post. Why that was dotted out is beyond me. (Saturday 5 October 2013; 12:23)

Signature songs (39,404) by Ryan from the Philippines 1. Butterfly (unique in terms of lyrics (metaphorical) and vocals wise, extremely difficult; "Butterfly, my signature song", Mariah said, TAOM, 2006) 2. Hero (anthem of millions of people, and a usual concert stopper) 3. We Belong Together (universal hit, career-defining and reviving) 4. All I Want For Christmas Is You (Mariah is simply the queen of festivities esp. Christmas; #1 every year) (Saturday 5 October 2013; 5:46)

Signature song and influence (39,403) by Joe from United Kingdom I kinda have to agree that [...] is [...] signature song. I mean, seriously all people have to hear is the first couple notes from the piano in the beginning and people know what song it's gonna be before she even sings one lyric. I do think the same could be said for [...] aswell though because that song will live for every Christmas that comes by so it's definitely out of those two for sure. I think it's amazing that songs she wrote nearly 20 years ago can still stand the test of time thats what sets her apart from the other diva's in my opinion because she has actually written or co-written nearly all her classics. I notice alot of the public (non-fans) tend to look down upon her or act as if she is not relevant at all when in fact most who have came after her were in some way influenced by her. I mean, there are young female singers out now who have basically tried to replicate her whole vocal style. No names shall be mentioned. Lol. (Saturday 5 October 2013; 1:48)

Mariah's signature song (39,402) by Terna from Nigeria In my opinion, is "Hero". It's also the song she's performed the most and most people that don't necessarily like or even know her just automatically know that song almost as if it's a good old regular hymn sung in church. Quite baffling too. If that's not the definition of an evergreen, I don't what is. (Friday 4 October 2013; 18:04)

Evergreens? (39,400) by nikki from usa I honestly don't know how everyone did on a universal level. I do agree on MC's Christmas song as it was huge here and in Asia for sure and I think it did well in Europe. But, as for the rest of MC's hits, it really has to do more with location. Without You did well overseas, but didn't impact much here. I'll Be There did though. On the radio "today" I still here One Sweet Day, Hero, IBT, WBT, Always Be My Baby, Emotions, and believe it or not: Can't Let Go. On the R&B throwbacks they still play Fantasy and Dreamlover. Up north it's still ABMB and I'll Be There. I haven't heard Like A Virgin or Vogue since the '90's. The only Madonna songs that still play are Like A Prayer and Take a Bow. I'm sure that would differ by location around the US and I would assume world wide. I only play the lite fm radio when my daughter's around so she knows who Mariah is and sings ABMB, but she doesn't know who Madonna is. She's also familiar with Whitney, but not Celine. If "evergreens" refer to the history books, MC has many, but if we're referring to "still heard on radio today", it would depend on location. (Friday 4 October 2013; 7:33)

JD as her new manager (39,399) by Licia from USA I don't know if it will work as far as management, but nobody can deny the magic they make in the studio. I hope it all works out. I'm not going to sit here and act like I'm an expert and I know what will work and what won't work. I actually don't really care. I never cared about her management team back in the day and I don't care now. I just want a good album. (Friday 4 October 2013; 5:24)

JD as new manager (39,398) by VeliJames from Swaziland No, no, no. Regardless of how much expertise he may have in the industry, he simply can't manage an artist of Mariah's level. With his financial troubles, it simply wouldn't look good for Mariah to have someone like that managing her. What happened to her managing herself, I thought was why she split with the brilliant Benny Medina in the first place, so could manage herself? Regardless of how great the new album is, without top notch management it's no going to sell much. That is the bottom line after all. (Thursday 3 October 2013; 23:18)

JD as manager (39,397) by Stephen from London, United Kingdom Lol. All I can do at this point is lol. I don't believe it. The article has a serious error re AIWFCIY, so I'm inclined to believe it's rubbish. If not, Mariah seems determined to write a career obituary. At this point in her career she needs serious, credible and a successful management team. A business brain most certainly needs to be on when making a management decision. (Thursday 3 October 2013; 21:37)

JD (39,396) by RibbonB from USA Somehow I doubt this, especially when the article also said he wrote her Christmas classic "All I want for Christmas is you". Lol. If it's true, it's probably just something like what Randy did: paid friend and musical advisor. Mariah has many different managers. (Thursday 3 October 2013; 21:31)

All the misinformation / new era (39,395) by RadChad from United States Okay, I'm glad someone pointed out that JD didn't write AIWFCIY, he produced the SoSo Def remix, which does jam, but had nothing to do with the original. That was all Mariah and Walter. Also I read that it was actually Usher that insisted Mariah sing WBT in full voice. Unless I misread the article, but I'm almost certain it was Usher, JD was probably in agreement though. Just thought I'd clear those things up. I'm not sure about JD managing Mariah, musically they are phenomenal together and I think he's in touch with the fans and knows what we want from her, but promotion wise like someone mentioned he never managed an artist on Mariah's level, so we'll see. If he could dedicate all his time and attention to this new era, then I would like to think that he could do her justice. We'll see. (Thursday 3 October 2013; 21:27)

JD as new manager (39,394) by Joe from United Kingdom I hope this news of JD managing Mariah is not true. When Randy was her manager, I felt the same way. I just didn't get it. I'm slowly losing faith in this era in terms of it actually being a success. I'm trying not to, but I feel like #Beautiful was her moment and she should of grabbed it. I'll always look forward to and await new music, wether it be a success or not, but unless she can find a producer who can create something fresh sounding but still appealing to her older long term fans, I don't really see a huge success happening. Sorry. I may be proven wrong though hopefully. I just don't see the same type of hip hop collaborations or "We belong together part 13" really doing it. It's been done already, people want a suprise, she doesn't have to start following trends, but just for her to reach out of her comfort zone abit that's all. (Thursday 3 October 2013; 20:57)

Dupri and MC (39,393) by Stacey from USA I'm willing to see this one out before making a judgement. Randy is a great guy, and no doubt knows the music business, but JD has worked closely with Mariah musically for years, producing some amazing songs. So, I'm inclined to say let's give it a chance. My only reservation is MC needs people around her willing to say "no". JD has done that in the past. He's the one who insisted WBT be sung with full voice vocals. I remember reading somewhere MC wanted the whisper and JD said no. If that's the case, then maybe him managing her will be a good thing. Only time will tell. (Thursday 3 October 2013; 19:57)

Why why why? (39,392) by Anonymous from J.D. to manage MC? What the lamb? Is she going crazy? She was wrong when she went with Chris Lighty as her manager for the Memoirs album and now Jermaine? I can't understand this. (Thursday 3 October 2013; 19:46)

Signature song (39,391) by Blake from USA It is the most performed, especially at the fan's request. Everybody knows it's "Hero". A holiday song is not it, no matter how much it sells each year. Mariah performs this at tragedy events, and her encore usually. This is the song that made Mariah into a global superstar. The fact that she wrote it for Gloria Estefan just shows how much fate took over and let it be as it is. This is her signature song and always will be. This is always the case for an artist to have their peak, not in popularity, but in this notion that Hero is an anthem. It's about overcoming so much and even WBT or AIWFC can change that fate. Sorry guys,it will always be 1993 - Hero. (Thursday 3 October 2013; 18:38)

JD to manage Mariah in times like these, really? (39,390) by Edward from USA I don't understand why Mariah keeps picking people with basically little to no experience managing an artist of her caliber. Mariah, this is not time to take chances on the management department. Keep JD in the studio where he belongs. And I hope JD's annoying voice is not all over the tracks you may have produced with him. (Thursday 3 October 2013; 17:49)

JD to manage MC (39,389) by MCfanATL from USA I highly doubt this article is reliable. I think it would be a poor business decision for Mariah to allow JD to manage her. Frankly, with his recent legal and money troubles, it wouldn't look good for Mariah. Also, note that the article says JD wrote Mariah's AIWFCIY which we all know is not true. Mariah did not begin working with JD until the Daydream album. AIWFCISY was written and produced by Mariah and Walter. I would check the source of this article. (Thursday 3 October 2013; 17:42)

JD as Mariah's manager (39,388) by Musti from UK First of all JD, did not write AIWFCIY. He only remixed it in 2000. So that part of the news is incorrect. Secondly, this might possibly be the worst Mariah related news ever if it means that we'll be getting more and more WBT part 2's for the rest of Mariah's contract with him. His sound and creativity have been completely exhausted. However JD has also been in the music business for a long time and probably has invaluable connections, which might in fact work to Mariah's advantage when it comes to promo. My feelings about this news are seriously mixed at the moment. I hope we receive a confirmation from Mariah's camp soon. (Thursday 3 October 2013; 17:20)

JD managing (39,386) by Brad from USA Hi lambs. I don't enjoy being negative, but I agree with Will's post. I think things are even more wrong than we know in Mariahland if JD is now her manager. Didn't she just sign to a new agency that represents artists like Steven Tyler? I don't get it. I like/love almost all of their creative collabros, but business is business and JD does not have a good track record of being able to even manage his own financial affairs. Rumor has had it that he is broke. Mariah needs to run away from that entanglement. Louise McNally, where are you in all of this? Please put MC back on the right road. Bye, bye. (Thursday 3 October 2013; 17:11)

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