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Status of things (104,072) by Will from England Mara, we must've channeled one and another to have the same comments on her wearing her emotions/heart on her sleeve, at the exact same time. (Wednesday 15 November 2023; 23:14) this is a reply to message 104,069

Status of things (104,069) by Mara from United States I have to agree with this Bradley. There is something missing this year or season I should say. She looks like she is going through the motions and is perhaps on "auto pilot". I hope she is ok. Her sparkle is a miss this year and I can feel it almost like the first year at the Beacon where she geared up singing Hero and she was separated from Nick. I wonder if her and Bryan took a break to see how things went and decided to officially end the relationship recently. I just hope she is ok. This is her time and she always has that sparkle in her eye and seeing her almost blank makes me sad. Maybe she is just tired of this and not in the mood this season. It happens to all of us. But as a day one 1990 fan, M always wears her heart on her sleeve and we can read her better than anyone else. We love you Mariah - go out there and have some amazing shows making amazing memories with your beautiful children by your side. (Wednesday 15 November 2023; 21:59)

What happened to Brandy's voice? (104,071) by Matty from Vancouver Canada I think the car accident she was in around 2007 took an unreal emotional toll on her. Some on the board seem to forgot how life experience affects your artistic output at the deepest level. I love Brandy, and the Butterfly Lounge reimagining was a missed opportunity for both Mariah and Randy. (Wednesday 15 November 2023; 23:09) this is a reply to message 104,066

What happened to Brandy's voice? (104,066) by Bobby A from United States I thought the same thing too, Terna. Maybe age has caught up with her. I feel touring really helped to maintain her voice when she was younger. (Wednesday 15 November 2023; 18:46)

Pendulum (104,070) by Will from England It's interesting to see the wild pendulum swing in personality presentation Mariah can give within a year. Last year she was a bit all over, not sure what to say or do, and her mannerisms and insecurities were magnified ten fold, whether it was performing or even in interviews. But at least she was more alive and animated. Lately, it's been low energy with minimal expressions mixed with slowed down speaking, a half smile and laugh and shorter answers (not a bad thing but still). It's like we've gone back to late 2008/2016. I do think she and Tanaka have split privately, and she's going through it, and maybe that's what's brought on the recent writing spree and she's dealing with that. She wears her emotions on her sleeve, and keeps them close to the surface. Whether it's when she's happy, nervous, annoyed or sad, she can't hid it very well, though try she might. And I do think we're now seeing her dealing with a private breakup with someone she has known in 2006, threw away an engagement to a billionare for (granted, I don't think she really loved Packer so wasn't a huge loss there), and has been a larger part of her life up until this point, in the public eye again the best way that she can. (Wednesday 15 November 2023; 22:37)

Status of things (104,069) by Mara from United States I have to agree with this Bradley. There is something missing this year or season I should say. She looks like she is going through the motions and is perhaps on "auto pilot". I hope she is ok. Her sparkle is a miss this year and I can feel it almost like the first year at the Beacon where she geared up singing Hero and she was separated from Nick. I wonder if her and Bryan took a break to see how things went and decided to officially end the relationship recently. I just hope she is ok. This is her time and she always has that sparkle in her eye and seeing her almost blank makes me sad. Maybe she is just tired of this and not in the mood this season. It happens to all of us. But as a day one 1990 fan, M always wears her heart on her sleeve and we can read her better than anyone else. We love you Mariah - go out there and have some amazing shows making amazing memories with your beautiful children by your side. (Wednesday 15 November 2023; 21:59) this is a reply to message 104,064

Status of things (104,064) by Brad from USA It's funny, yesterday I listened to a few MC songs that I hadn't listened to in a while, like "Lead the Way". After doing so, I thought "why can't we just be content with exploring such amazing vocal performances and not bicker or focus on what we are not receiving as fans". And today, I viewed the Jennifer Hudson "interview" and wondered "what is going on with her that she has to have such interviews and questions scripted and then repeated for every subsequent interview she does during her publicity efforts"? It makes me question her well being and mental health status. I hope she is well. There are clearly changes we are not aware of, as evidenced by Tanaka's seeming absence, her reduced social media presence, the lack of any new recordings in years and the seeming abandonment of MC brand products like Black Irish and Mariah Cookies. Perhaps it's not our "right" to know but we do wish to be supportive of her as an individual, an artist and entrepreneur. (Wednesday 15 November 2023; 17:24)

Status of things (104,068) by Will from England It's always seemed like a shame to me that Mariah's side project always have a short shelf life. Once they've been around for a few months, either the contract for those items discontinues and she moves on to the next or she loses interest altogether once it stops becoming lucrative. Her perfume lines (not including the lollipop bling lines, but the first one for sure) could have been a long term product for her, like Britney's or Beyonce's. (Wednesday 15 November 2023; 21:59) this is a reply to message 104,064

Status of things (104,064) by Brad from USA It's funny, yesterday I listened to a few MC songs that I hadn't listened to in a while, like "Lead the Way". After doing so, I thought "why can't we just be content with exploring such amazing vocal performances and not bicker or focus on what we are not receiving as fans". And today, I viewed the Jennifer Hudson "interview" and wondered "what is going on with her that she has to have such interviews and questions scripted and then repeated for every subsequent interview she does during her publicity efforts"? It makes me question her well being and mental health status. I hope she is well. There are clearly changes we are not aware of, as evidenced by Tanaka's seeming absence, her reduced social media presence, the lack of any new recordings in years and the seeming abandonment of MC brand products like Black Irish and Mariah Cookies. Perhaps it's not our "right" to know but we do wish to be supportive of her as an individual, an artist and entrepreneur. (Wednesday 15 November 2023; 17:24)

Status of things (104,067) by jaker20 from US Mariah's kids are going to be teenagers next year, so hopefully things don't get even more hectic in the Mariah home. It seems at least that she's doing a great job there. As for Tanaka, I was going to ask how that turned out. It's her private life but lets face it, they were together longer than any of Mariah's relationships and fans are going to ask. It didn't seem like a good ending, otherwise they would have acknowledge it. On J. Hudson interview, I feel like she does not want to asked about Tanaka or anything related to her current relations, and that's why it sounded scripted. (Wednesday 15 November 2023; 21:30) this is a reply to message 104,064

Status of things (104,064) by Brad from USA It's funny, yesterday I listened to a few MC songs that I hadn't listened to in a while, like "Lead the Way". After doing so, I thought "why can't we just be content with exploring such amazing vocal performances and not bicker or focus on what we are not receiving as fans". And today, I viewed the Jennifer Hudson "interview" and wondered "what is going on with her that she has to have such interviews and questions scripted and then repeated for every subsequent interview she does during her publicity efforts"? It makes me question her well being and mental health status. I hope she is well. There are clearly changes we are not aware of, as evidenced by Tanaka's seeming absence, her reduced social media presence, the lack of any new recordings in years and the seeming abandonment of MC brand products like Black Irish and Mariah Cookies. Perhaps it's not our "right" to know but we do wish to be supportive of her as an individual, an artist and entrepreneur. (Wednesday 15 November 2023; 17:24)

What happened to Brandy's voice? (104,066) by Bobby A from United States I thought the same thing too, Terna. Maybe age has caught up with her. I feel touring really helped to maintain her voice when she was younger. (Wednesday 15 November 2023; 18:46) this is a reply to message 104,063

What happened to Brandy's voice? (104,063) by Terna from Nigeria We always like to ask that in Mariah's case, but what about Brandy? What happened to that agile, pristine, silvery color-filled voice she used to have? Especially on "Never Say Never". Honestly in terms of vocal tone, she was up there with Whitney and Mariah, so pleasant to the ears. Her version of "Everything I do (I do it for you)" floored me, literally chills every time I play that song. Now she's (for a lack of words to describe it) monochrome and bland. Her new Christmas album is a total snooze fest. Ugh. (Wednesday 15 November 2023; 14:17)

Damn, she looks good. (104,065) by Zachariah from Croatia Jennifer Hudson show - damn, she looks good. Epic styling. (Wednesday 15 November 2023; 17:41)

Status of things (104,064) by Brad from USA It's funny, yesterday I listened to a few MC songs that I hadn't listened to in a while, like "Lead the Way". After doing so, I thought "why can't we just be content with exploring such amazing vocal performances and not bicker or focus on what we are not receiving as fans". And today, I viewed the Jennifer Hudson "interview" and wondered "what is going on with her that she has to have such interviews and questions scripted and then repeated for every subsequent interview she does during her publicity efforts"? It makes me question her well being and mental health status. I hope she is well. There are clearly changes we are not aware of, as evidenced by Tanaka's seeming absence, her reduced social media presence, the lack of any new recordings in years and the seeming abandonment of MC brand products like Black Irish and Mariah Cookies. Perhaps it's not our "right" to know but we do wish to be supportive of her as an individual, an artist and entrepreneur. (Wednesday 15 November 2023; 17:24)

What happened to Brandy's voice? (104,063) by Terna from Nigeria We always like to ask that in Mariah's case, but what about Brandy? What happened to that agile, pristine, silvery color-filled voice she used to have? Especially on "Never Say Never". Honestly in terms of vocal tone, she was up there with Whitney and Mariah, so pleasant to the ears. Her version of "Everything I do (I do it for you)" floored me, literally chills every time I play that song. Now she's (for a lack of words to describe it) monochrome and bland. Her new Christmas album is a total snooze fest. Ugh. (Wednesday 15 November 2023; 14:17)

Kudos (104,062) by Bobby A from United States Kristofer Buckle is the best. Speaking of the Grio Awards, CBS is going to air the Grio Awards on November 25th at 8pm Eastern. (Wednesday 15 November 2023; 10:39) this is a reply to message 104,061

Kudos (104,061) by Brandon from USA Kudos to Mariah's current glam team. Hair, makeup and ensembles have been on point for her recent interviews with Jimmy Kimmel, ET and Jennifer Hudson as well as the Grio Awards. I love to see Mariah in high fashion moments. More of this please. (Wednesday 15 November 2023; 05:50)

Kudos (104,061) by Brandon from USA Kudos to Mariah's current glam team. Hair, makeup and ensembles have been on point for her recent interviews with Jimmy Kimmel, ET and Jennifer Hudson as well as the Grio Awards. I love to see Mariah in high fashion moments. More of this please. (Wednesday 15 November 2023; 05:50)

Imagine (104,060) by Bobby A from United States Hello Bradley. Welcome to the board. Nice first post and very poignant. You are like an early sunrise similar to how Billy Dee Williams surprised Dominque Devereaux on Dynasty during his debut episode. (Wednesday 15 November 2023; 00:28) this is a reply to message 104,058

Imagine (104,058) by Bradley from South Africa Imagine knowing that the ones you feel closest to are waiting for your next move so that they can decide whether it's your reclamation, or whether it's your demise. And we're all so entitled. We've been here for her entire career so she will always owe us something. We'll give her our unconditional support, and then we'll set the conditions for our support. How dare we consider that her life's issues have caught up with her and have slowly eaten away at her over the last few years. How dare we even think that those issues could hamper almost every effort she makes. And now that we know she's working on new music, we'll set our standards for a possible success, and she better pray hard that she impresses us. (Tuesday 14 November 2023; 23:15)

Twitter Spaces (104,059) by Bobby A from United States Why hasn't MC done Twitter Spaces in awhile? I think that it has been about 9 months since the last one. I thought about Twitter Spaces because she told us that she was doing this and she was working with this person and this young male singer the last two times. I hope something happens in 2024. (Tuesday 14 November 2023; 23:31)

Imagine (104,058) by Bradley from South Africa Imagine knowing that the ones you feel closest to are waiting for your next move so that they can decide whether it's your reclamation, or whether it's your demise. And we're all so entitled. We've been here for her entire career so she will always owe us something. We'll give her our unconditional support, and then we'll set the conditions for our support. How dare we consider that her life's issues have caught up with her and have slowly eaten away at her over the last few years. How dare we even think that those issues could hamper almost every effort she makes. And now that we know she's working on new music, we'll set our standards for a possible success, and she better pray hard that she impresses us. (Tuesday 14 November 2023; 23:15)

Not sure what to do (104,057) by Matty from Vancouver Canada Absolutely go. Last years show in Toronto was so unreal, positive, and full of joy. It's also a great remind of how the general public sees and loves Mariah vs. critical lambs. It's refreshing. I saw her at MSG on New Years 2010, the venue is iconic and Mariah on her home turf is something you don't want to miss. (Tuesday 14 November 2023; 22:58) this is a reply to message 104,052

Not sure what to do (104,052) by Jamie from UK Yes part of me wants to wait to see how these go first then consider going to next full concert. (Tuesday 14 November 2023; 12:27)

Why does Butterfly still sound so fresh? (104,056) by jaker20 from US It still sounds like it was recorded just a few years ago. The sound and mixing is so crisp and clear. That intro [of] Honey is so recognizable, and the bass of The Roof still smashes. This album [is] truly a classic. (Tuesday 14 November 2023; 19:40)

Not sure what to do (104,055) by Edward from USA I meant "It's an experience that goes beyond just the singing." (Tuesday 14 November 2023; 13:55) this is a reply to message 104,054

Not sure what to do (104,054) by Edward from USA I would say go for it. You can really feel the Christmas spirit in her concerts. From the audience, you barely notice any of the smoke and mirrors. I think it's an expensive that goes beyond just the singing. That's if you can still find tickets. (Tuesday 14 November 2023; 12:51)

Not sure what to do (104,054) by Edward from USA I would say go for it. You can really feel the Christmas spirit in her concerts. From the audience, you barely notice any of the smoke and mirrors. I think it's an expensive that goes beyond just the singing. That's if you can still find tickets. (Tuesday 14 November 2023; 12:51) this is a reply to message 104,052

Not sure what to do (104,052) by Jamie from UK Yes part of me wants to wait to see how these go first then consider going to next full concert. (Tuesday 14 November 2023; 12:27)

Not sure what to do (104,053) by Edward from USA Judging by that private concert in Qatar, I don't think anything has changed, but I would love to be proved wrong. I hope the first concert is just great. I'm still rooting for her. (Tuesday 14 November 2023; 12:45) this is a reply to message 104,048

Not sure what to do (104,048) by Bobby A from United States These concerts are probably going to make us know that MC has her voice back or she will never get it back. It's hard to believe that her performance of The Distance on late night TV in 2019 was the last time she truly performed live without a pre-recorded track. (Tuesday 14 November 2023; 06:10)

Not sure what to do (104,052) by Jamie from UK Yes part of me wants to wait to see how these go first then consider going to next full concert. (Tuesday 14 November 2023; 12:27) this is a reply to message 104,048

Not sure what to do (104,048) by Bobby A from United States These concerts are probably going to make us know that MC has her voice back or she will never get it back. It's hard to believe that her performance of The Distance on late night TV in 2019 was the last time she truly performed live without a pre-recorded track. (Tuesday 14 November 2023; 06:10)

Not sure what to do (104,051) by Andrew from the UK If you're in NYC why not use the money to go see a couple of Broadway shows? It's guarantteed entertainment. (Tuesday 14 November 2023; 09:53) this is a reply to message 104,043

Not sure what to do (104,043) by Jamie from UK I'm gonna be in NYC on 9th December with work. I'm not sure if to go see Mariah at [Madison Square Garden]. Firstly [because] I've had too many holidays this year and need to save. And also mainly [because] I don't want to go and be disappointed. I've seen the Christmas show already and have been lucky enough to go the Daydream, Rainbow and Charmbracelet, Sweet Sweet Fantasy and #1's tours. I missed the [Caution] tour due to being away for my mums 70th. I'm worried if I go and she's not up to par it will upset me and don't really wanna see her not being able to hit the notes. Maybe it's best I hold onto the memories. What [do] you guys think? (Monday 13 November 2023; 21:48)

Whatsapp group (104,050) by Terna from Nigeria Yeah right. Eric dear consider it. [Webmaster: I don't use Whatsapp, but you're free to make one yourself.] (Tuesday 14 November 2023; 09:35) this is a reply to message 104,033

Whatsapp group (104,033) by Mara from United States Terna that's a great idea and I would love to be a part of something like that in real time. (Monday 13 November 2023; 07:07)

Mariah confirms she's done 10 songs for new album (104,049) by jaker20 from US Am I or we too hard on Mariah? I feel bad for typing that as soon as I sent it. Reading it back, it may be too much. I get caught up in the negative here sometimes. I love you Mimi. (Tuesday 14 November 2023; 06:30) this is a reply to message 104,040

Mariah confirms she's done 10 songs for new album (104,040) by jaker20 from US Yeah, how a woman in the business for 30+ years and a catalog bigger than every current artists combined can't make things happen and do it herself? I'm sure she has all the connections on some of the top of the top. Just make the damn album yourself and have full control of how it's made and released. I'm not in the industry so I'm sure I'm just talking out of my behind and don't know a lot. But I just don't get how Mariah, who's in the business for a long time, who just happens to be one of the biggest in the history of pop music, does not seem to be making major and more unusual business decisions, and still seem to be a follower of trends and how things work. I'll never understand it. Is she just lazy, or just simply not understanding how things work? Mariah is hugely talented, but does not seem to have the business acumen of Taylor Swift or Rihanna. (Monday 13 November 2023; 20:02)

Not sure what to do (104,048) by Bobby A from United States These concerts are probably going to make us know that MC has her voice back or she will never get it back. It's hard to believe that her performance of The Distance on late night TV in 2019 was the last time she truly performed live without a pre-recorded track. (Tuesday 14 November 2023; 06:10) this is a reply to message 104,043

Not sure what to do (104,043) by Jamie from UK I'm gonna be in NYC on 9th December with work. I'm not sure if to go see Mariah at [Madison Square Garden]. Firstly [because] I've had too many holidays this year and need to save. And also mainly [because] I don't want to go and be disappointed. I've seen the Christmas show already and have been lucky enough to go the Daydream, Rainbow and Charmbracelet, Sweet Sweet Fantasy and #1's tours. I missed the [Caution] tour due to being away for my mums 70th. I'm worried if I go and she's not up to par it will upset me and don't really wanna see her not being able to hit the notes. Maybe it's best I hold onto the memories. What [do] you guys think? (Monday 13 November 2023; 21:48)

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