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Re: RJJ12 (39,892) by Billy from Greece Although tastes vary, "The Art of Letting Go" is for me miles better than some of the songs you mentioned. "I Stay In Love" is to my eyes the most generic Mariah single as of yet, from a structural point of view as well as in terms of musicianship, where "TAOLG" really shines. Similarly, "Angels Cry", though very listenable/catchy and pretty as a whole, is "too" radio friendly, if I can say that. Finally, what may seem as a disadvantage to you, namely, the "squeezing of too many words into a line" that you mention, is for me the distinct aspect of the song, since it allows Mariah to almost scat and leads to a more complex style of delivery, which only showcases Mariah's ability for performances of high sophistication, albeit at the expense of radio-friendliness as some of you mention (although I don't necessarily agree with that either). Some lyrics about "kitchen windows" and deleting contacts, I'll admit, could have been revised, but they don't take away from what is a truly great track overall. (Monday 18 November 2013; 21:33)

Impromptu performance (39,891) by 123 from USA This is what I'm talking about! She needs to do this more often. All live, great vocals with an intimate setting of fans that take her for who she is. She needs to show the new generation who she is. Everyone who is a casual fan that watched the video has been praising her. The gospel runs during 30-40 seconds were so smooth. The impromptu lyrics shows she can do anything on the spot. I loved how when she was singing in full voice at 3:30 and almost went flat on the thirrd "letting go" and saved it by effortlessly switching to her whistle register. I hope she does more of these performances to promote this album and the rawness of the ballads she is working on. Just her, the piano, and her voice. Old school, just like they did when they promoted the Mariah Carey album. No flashy lights, no dancers or big performance numbers, no wind machines. You strip that away and Mariah is one of the few that can have you holding on to every note with just a piano accompanying her. None of today's pop artists can do that. She needs to capitalize on that fact and do these types of performances. They want to call you a diva, then give them diva in the true sense of the word. (Monday 18 November 2013; 21:05)

TAOLG / interviews (39,890) by 123 from USA I'm glad this is not released to radio as I do not yet believe it is a true single. I believe Mariah's team is testing the waters and slowly introducing her back into the scene. I like the throwback style and the fact that she is finally singing a complete song in full voice (no whispers in sight) with minimal layering, but the lyrics are lackluster and seemed rushed, squeezing too many words into a line where she has to rush through it. No chorus. I don't get how people on here are saying this is her best song in a decade. Did we forget MC2, songs like When Christmas Comes, Christmas Is In The Air Again, how about Angels Cry, Languishing (which moved me with its lyrics!), I Stay In Love? These are all great ballads that are signature MC that are superior to this song as a whole. My explanation to her seeming off in her interviews? She aint got no sleep. She has been working hard around the clock trying to get the album done. No need to worry. I get loopy like that when I haven't slept in days. (Monday 18 November 2013; 20:53)

#Beautiful / TAOLG / new letter (39,889) by Stephen from London, United Kingdom #Beautiful was Mariah's biggest hit for a number of years. To say it wasn't is just plain foolish. TAOLG is probably not going to be a hit, but I don't think it's meant to be. I think it's meant to set the tone for this new album. At least I hope it is. I'd take TAOLG over Triumphant any day lol. The new letter from Mariah was lovely. Very sweet. That's more like it lol. (Monday 18 November 2013; 20:08)

Mariah's at her best when she's "hanging out" (39,888) by nikki from usa Listening to her talk about writing some of her hits (WBT, I Know What You Want, AIWFCIY, Fantasy, etc.) the one thing they all have in common is she was having fun. She wasn't trying to do anything. Reliving childhood fun with Fantasy, she was goofing off with Busta for "I Know" and made him sing, Christmas was on a whim. This turns into some of her biggest and most memorable hits. It translates over into her videos too. I was watching the video for Loving You Long Time and it reminded me of Always Be My Baby. She sings to the camera, but at the same time she acts like she's narrating. She'll dance a little, look off to the side, almost as if she's daydreaming. It appears like she's hanging out with that laid back vibe and just having fun. In both she's dancing with a group of people at camp or a house party. This is what makes them interesting to watch. The other video hits are when she actually re-enacts a story like the Bondgirl for Honey or storyline of Heartbreaker. If she hangs out or becomes enveloped in playing a part she shines. When she doesn't try and just has fun is when she's at her finest. (Monday 18 November 2013; 19:04)

Imperfect (39,887) by Gilbert from USA I've been listening to it alot lately and I can't believe how much I've been into it. It's a really beautiful song, not only for Mariah but for anyone who has been told something ugly by someone else. I wish that was a single or at least included in her album. I think I read somewhere that the reason it didn't release was because of the auto-tune. I really don't notice it unless I'm not singing alot. Either way, with auto-tune or not it's a great song. Okay my rant is over, and I'm really enjoying TAOLG as well. I didn't even listen to the clip from this whole Facebook thing, I just signed in iTunes and downloaded it. (Monday 18 November 2013; 17:04)

Universal/Island (39,886) by Tony from Ireland I do agree that #Beautiful was a hit, and even the video was a success, although I did like more the "dirty" version of it. And let's be honest, all the promotion was made by Mariah herself. Not a sign of live from her record company. Not even a single poster or a cover at any magazine. So, looking at this, of course it was a hit and a well deserved one. Now with TAOLG, it seems the same for me. No sign of live of Universal at all. And they have gold in their hands. But that will be something we will never understand, unless Mariah will speak out about it. Somebody remember that incredible song called 100% that was never promoted and was way better than any single taken from MOAIA? She is still somebody that other artist are looking up to. And that means respect. I'm just hoping her record label will open their eyes. Love and peace. (Monday 18 November 2013; 16:23)

Chase (39,885) by R&B Junkie from Poland Yes! The only thing that matters, or if it don't for you then it should, is music! I'm not obsessed with all that glittering numer 1's stuff. I'm proud she has done so good on the charts, but now I really don't care. Top 40 is enough, I don't need my idol to be chart-topping anymore since having number 1 these days does not mean the single has good quality. See, it's all about making money. The thing that I need from music is to bring me some extra emotions to my life. That's how #Beautiful works, and so does TAOLG. "Through the Rain" wasn't that succesful, but I love it so much. And there are many other Mariah's singles that touched my soul, and didn't become hits. Does it mean I can't enjoy that music? (Monday 18 November 2013; 16:02)

TAOLG video (39,884) by Mimi L. from Empower Your Highlighter Did MC announce any plans for TAOLG music video? (Monday 18 November 2013; 15:07)

What is a hit? (39,883) by B from USA #Beautiful peaked at No. 2 on the R&B Songs chart and she's considered an R&B artist, so how is that a flop? I think the R&B chart would be more important than the pop charts to MC at this stage in her career. Maybe holding the record and topping The Beatles is more important. I can't lie, I'd love for her to do so. She only needs 3 more! (Monday 18 November 2013; 14:42)

Billboard (39,882) by Joachim Agerup Løkkevik from Norway Why don't we all listen to the song together, and by the time the Billboard Hot 100 is out on Thursday, TAOLG is charted without a proper release. That would be a proper statement. (Monday 18 November 2013; 7:14)

The Art of Letting Go (39,881) by Chase from USA Aside from a few awkward lyrics, this is a gorgeous ballad and superb return to form for Mariah. The vocals are powerful, warm, and emotional. The blend of gospel and classic R&B, enhanced with the crackles and pops of an old record, feels like home to me. Whether this is a hit or not, it's got a permanent spot on my iPod. Isn't good music all that really matters, anyway? (Monday 18 November 2013; 3:43)

Letting Go mini performance. (39,880) by Lee from UK Mariah's impromtu performance was hilarious. "And that was my bad side as well, oh hell. And I see you filming me, what the ..." I hope her new album contains these kinds of vocals. I hope when Mariah performs Letting Go live that it is this simple with a piano and just her singing and riffing. It is so beautiful. I could listen to it all day long. (Sunday 17 November 2013; 20:03)

Impromptu performance (39,879) by Jimbo from UK I was really touched by Mariah's impromptu performance. I love hearing her sing when she's completely relaxed. The adlib for the "no longer live in your dominion" part of TAOLG was exquisitely beautiful, and I noticed that there was a very visceral connection with the audience. It reminded me of Nina Simone's live performances, and her ability to create an emotional nexus between herself and the audience. Mariah if you, or one of your team, is reading this, thank you very much! (Sunday 17 November 2013; 19:56)

TAOLG, Jimmy Fallon suprise (39,878) by Joe from United Kingdom I have to admit when i first heard TAOLG, I was quite dissapointed, maybe because I was expecting something else. I felt that something was missing, like more of a beat in the verses just to pick up the tempo, because by the time the song picked up towards the end, it was pretty much over. I also felt like the lyrics could of been better, but I thought I'd give it a week and wait to see if it grew on me and it actually has the more I've listened to it. I really like it now, it's not a song that I'll have on repeat, but I still like it. Now onto something that I have repeated to many times to mention. I enjoyed the Jimmy Fallon suprise and then to top it off with that impromptu performance, all I can say is wow, even I was suprised but how good she sounded. It's not like I doubted her because weirdly in recent times I've actually started to prefer her improvisational moments like in Australia, but this just took it to another level for me. Even the haters are finding it real hard to dig deep to find something negative to say. It's about time. (Sunday 17 November 2013; 18:49)

TAOLG (39,877) by Chicago Lamb from USA It's a grower, people. (Sunday 17 November 2013; 16:03)

TAOLG Wikipedia (39,876) by Joachim Agerup Løkkevik from Norway If you guys look at TAOLG Wikipedia article, you can see there that the song indeed has not been released on radio, but it has allready entered the Irish chart at #96. I mean, the Irish chart? When was she popular there? I hope a readio release is just around the corner, people deserve to listen to this song. I'm listening to it at this moment actually, I love the ending. (Sunday 17 November 2013; 14:30)

TAOLG (39,875) by PJW from The U.K. I admit, I dismissed at first listen. I found it incoherent, lacking fluidity, a reclamation of Mine Again for the new decade, cousins to those unequal sisters My All and I Only Wanted. But then I listened again and the beauty of it dawned on me. Mariah doesn't quite talk, doesn't quite sing, but flutters and flows with beauty, ease and within her range, something I've asked of her for so long. The instrumentation is fantastic, the arrangement beautiful. It demonstrates a lot of maturity, I think. I've actually caught myself singing Aretha's Natural Woman and maybe feel songs in that vein have been an inspiration in some way. R.e. VOL being compared, it totally see it. The original VOL was, I reckon, very 50s, very simple, very slow "shoo-bop". Listen to live and especially acapella versions, especially of late, it's very apparent to me that was her intended direction with it. With TAOLG, it fits perfectly over that format, it's almost a modern re interpretation of a 50s/60s slow "shop bop" ballad. I absolutely adore it and am really looking forward to this album. (Sunday 17 November 2013; 12:11)

Views (39,874) by Stephen from London, United Kingdom People are allowed to express their views, irrespective of whether they are positive, negative, or even just concern, as has been the case recently. This is a message board, and thus people post such views. If you take issue with anything said, don't take it do personally. To quote Stacey "it ain't that deep". Move on and get over it. Defending an opinion gets tiring. Moreover, it's a message board. We all have the freedom of expression. Deal with it. (Sunday 17 November 2013; 11:06)

Out100 / impromptu performance (39,873) by Stephen from London, United Kingdom Mariah looked stunning at the Out 100 gala. She looked stylish, sexy and classic, all at the same time. Her impromptu performance was out of this world. I wish I could've been there. She was ver funny too lol. (Sunday 17 November 2013; 11:01)

Re: Badr (39,872) by Joachim Agerup Løkkevik from Norway Yes, let's stick together and listen to song, over and over... (Sunday 17 November 2013; 8:11)

Re: Tony from Ireland, Badr, Clueey23, and RadChad (39,871) by nikki from usa You guys have some of the most refreshing comments I've seen in awhile. I thank you for them. As far as I know, TAOLG hasn't been released to radio or advertised as such. The Facebook thing was so all fans around the world would get to hear the song together for the first time. I don't know where people are getting that #Beautiful wasn't a hit, because it sold over a million copies in the US alone while The Emancipation just passed the 6 million mark. I'm hoping this is one of those "preview" things where Mariah winds up releasing this within the next couple weeks to the public at large now that the lambs got "first peak". Or maybe, all she's going for is sales, and wants to see if she can get around the politics of radio? (Sunday 17 November 2013; 7:47)

Cover idea (39,870) by OGmattyICE from US My roommate was just playing "Take My Breath Away" by Berlin, and for some reason I thought maybe Mariah could cover this song. Personally I think it would sound very good in Mariah's version too. Just an idea. (Sunday 17 November 2013; 4:33)

Good vibes (39,869) by Stacey from USA I know some have expressed concern over a 3:30 am FB post, but most of comments of TAOLG have been quite positive. No? Her voice is stellar on this song. The disjointedness may grow on me as I listen more and get a better feel for the song. Many have expressed those same thoughts. I see a general like of the song with many of the comments posted, unless I am on some alternative Archives website reality, lol. (Sunday 17 November 2013; 4:05)

Re: Joachim Agerup, bravo (39,865) by Badr from USA I couldn't have said it better. I believe we should be praising Mariah for releasing such a great song. She is, once again, doing something different. She could be releasing dance tracks featuring the hottest pop act in an attempt to remain popular, but she lets her voice do the job. I agree, the new song is simply one of the best songs she's released since she left Sony. Musically, it is even more ambitious than many of the #1's she had back in the day. All I know is that this is the reason I love MC. (Saturday 16 November 2013; 23:28)

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