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Almost Home (37,256) by Scott from USA Pop gold as far as I'm concerned. That chorus is just so catchy, and the vocals are out of this world. Return of the voice for sure. The general consensus on this board is that it's great, so let's not all stress if it doesn't fair so well on the charts. As long as her biggest fans are all pleased, that should be enough. Although I have a feeling this will be a hit. I'm personally more excited about this song than when We Belong Together first hit the airwaves. Go Mariah. (Wednesday 20 February 2013; 19:13)

Almost Home (37,255) by Jamie from UK I can't stop listening to this masterpiece. The vocals are on point and sung in full voice reminiscent of her Daydream voice. I also noticed that she sounds like Rihanna in some parts but I guess that can't be a bad thing as she's the biggest pop star in the world atm. Fingers crossed the song makes it at least to the top 10 on the hot 100, it deserves it. (Wednesday 20 February 2013; 15:41)

Almost Home - wow (37,254) by Lainsky from Philippines Yeah, that was my reaction. She sounds different yet the same, like her golden years in the 90s with a touch of modern melody and tune. Very very nice song. Good job MC. (Wednesday 20 February 2013; 11:47)

Very nice (37,253) by Stacey from USA Almost Home is a fresh new sound for Mariah. This is a great buzz single for her upcoming album. Doing a song for a popular Disney movie is never a bad thing, especially when you have a album coming out soon. Her low full voice vocal was something I haven't heard in a long time. I wasn't sure how I liked it until she hit the first chorus and then it seemed to fit. I can see the comparisons to Rhianna, but folks, when MC hits those notes in the second chorus and final takes, Rhi-Rhi needs to sit down, because no one compares to MC. Her voice sounds amazing and I hope she brings that kind of flare and confidence to her new album. It sounds fresh and current. I see this as a very radio friendly mid-tempo Dreamlover-like song. Very nice, MC. Defintely going to download this one. (Wednesday 20 February 2013; 6:48)

Almost Home video preview (37,252) by Ray from Malaysia From the preview, I think the video is quite classy. Something that I've been hoping Mariah would do for such a long time. Lets hope that Almost Home will be a huge smash. After performing Bring It On Home and releasing Triumphant, third time is a charm, isn't it? (Wednesday 20 February 2013; 3:02)

Almost Home (37,251) by Gilbert from USA I did read one comment that Mariah sounded a little bit like Rihanna. So the point for bring that up in the beginning of my message was because I woke up this morning and I remembered that she released "Almost Home" today. So I didn't bother to preview it, instead just purchased it. Once I listened to it, my first reaction was (going back to the beginning) this doesn't sound like Mariah. I almost thought I had purchased the wrong song during the beginning of its play, so I waited and sure enough I recognized her voice after that. Anyone else feel the same? (Wednesday 20 February 2013; 0:12)

Almost Ho oh ome (37,250) by Brad from USA Hi lambs. I hope we are all being the best we can and are treating those around us well. Maybe its just me and that I really needed something from La C to lift me, but I am really feeling Almost Home. My personal hope is that I hear this tune on the radio a lot. What I truly miss is hearing my Mariah on the radio. If this enables her a return of sorts to that forum then, to my mind, the song will have done its job. Be well everyone, after all, we are each almost home. (Wednesday 20 February 2013; 0:09)

Almost Home pros and cons (37,249) by Nattalie from USA I love the hook. It's so catchy and it feels so good and true. The lyrics are the best part of the song. I feel so uplifted. Cons, I hate the production and style of the song. Why does it have to be so computer like? Her voice is chopped up instead of smooth. It makes no sense to me. I like voices to sound realistic, not two of her. Adlib is cool, but not a complete double of a track chopped up to death. (Tuesday 19 February 2013; 22:42)

Almost Home rocks (37,248) by John john from UK I love this tune. I bought it already on iTunes. I think it's very radio friendly too, hopefully UK will agree. I hope she does a great live version of it too. (Tuesday 19 February 2013; 20:09)

Almost Home (37,247) by Anonymous from Almost Home is classic Carey. The inspirational lyrics sung in her mid range during the verses and the belting and use of her upper register during the choruses are inspired and it's inspiring. It succeeds where Triumphant failed. It's her best vocal performance since 2005 in 8 years. Lambs/fans who don't like the lyrics or production should keep in mind it's the theme song to a Disney movie. I'm still hoping Mariah partners Bruno Mars and The Smeezingtons for her new album. I think they could write some classics. (Tuesday 19 February 2013; 16:03)

Me love me some Almost Home (37,243) by Leito from USA I stayed up to midnight to buy my copy from iTunes ($1.29) on laptop and from Amazon ($.99) for my phone. I wasn't too happy with the original version of "Triumphant", but I am happy and excited for "Almost Home". I know it's a soundtrack song for a movie, but I still love it. I listened to it yesterday on Soundcloud (about 40 times), but I made sure I still paid for a legal copy. We gotta support our queen. (Tuesday 19 February 2013; 15:05)

Home run (37,242) by Gerome from Canada AH is lovely. I cried when it came to the chord change after the bridge. The vocal runs are crazy. Hallelujah. She sounds a bit like Rihanna early on verse two, but that's alright. I love this song. Could this be her 19th? Amazing. (Tuesday 19 February 2013; 13:26)

Almost Home (37,241) by Ryan from the Philippines Wow. I have just listened 5 times today and I'm already singing with the pre chorus and the chorus. I love it. It's catchy, it's current and it's moving. I don't care about the little autotune at the verses, because I think it adds to the dynamic feel of the track. This is what I love, it's like you are listening and you see pictures or scenes in your mind. And that notes baby, amazing. Put Diamonds, I'm Like A Bird and Girl On Fire together and you'll get this. I'm not comparing, but what I meant was, you have to put 3 or 4 artists all together to come up with the one and only Mimi. (Tuesday 19 February 2013; 12:23)

Almost Home (37,240) by Will from England Yes! Yes! Yes! I love it. The vocals are beyond on point. She's found a new confidence in her voice and mid-range. And I think Tony Bennett has something to do with it. Do you remember when she was recording WDTBRFM, she wasn't sure if she could belt at the end, but was surprised she could. And since then, she's just belted out songs like she's not done for a very long time. I've listened several times and still can't think of a song it sounds like and I really like that. Means that she's leaving the rut she was in as well as leaving her "creative safe place". Working with Stargate has just reinforced this fact. 10/10 (Tuesday 19 February 2013; 11:06)

Almost Home (37,239) by Dominique from Cape Town, South Africa I've been listening to this song over and over. Its a good song, and the new vocals definitely make me look forward to the new album. However, I think that the production could have been better. Why auto-tune? I'm also not feeling the cut and paste vocals, because it means that she'll once again be struggling to sing the entire song live. Just saying. I like the song though. (Tuesday 19 February 2013; 10:37)

Almost Home (37,238) by RadChad from United States The song is cool, fitting for the Disney production. The vocals are definitely back. I mean, I really haven't heard her mid voice this way in years, which is very exciting and promising. For the fans who wanted a modern pop ballad, this is it. I however would prefer a more soulful jazzy gospel sound for the album. Something I can feel, sink my teeth into, something on the order of the song snippet we heard on the B.W. interview or (in reference to the catalogue of gems) Vanishing, FLAB, I Wish You Well etc. Just not a totally pop album (or totally hip hop/ rap featured either). Having said that, I still feel the new song is a great refreshing sound for her. So I hope it catapult this era to coasting highs. (Tuesday 19 February 2013; 6:26)

Almost Home (37,237) by Deedre aka MiTodoChop @HBF from Canada Wow. Way to go MC. Is it just me or is this track really different for Mariah? I mean, yes it is her voice obviously, but the style for this track just feels really new for her. I love the use of her lower register here, and I agree that the song feels like it is meant for movie credits. I'm looking forward to buying tomorrow. It kind of reminds me of Halo a little bit. Not that the two songs sound the same though. Not to me anyway . Just the sentiment and the feeling behind it. Cheers, Mariah. (Tuesday 19 February 2013; 1:45)

Almost Home (37,236) by Stella from Greece This is much better than Triumphant. Perhaps a bit too Rihanna sounding in the production, but still a good song. Those signature Mariah Carey vocals put a smile on my face. She sounds so beautiful and unique when she belts like she does on Almost Home. The constant whisper singing was getting painfully dull and just disappointing. Almost Home is a great surprise. Thumbs up from me. (Tuesday 19 February 2013; 0:53)

Almost Home (37,235) by Lee from UK This is unlike anything Mariah has done before. It is quite anthemic and sounds like something you would expect during the credits of a movie (which is good for what it is). I would love to hear an acoustic version of this with a bit less production. I'm glad the breathiness has been kept to a minimum. The voice here makes me look forwarded to the new album. (Tuesday 19 February 2013; 0:16)

Almost Home (37,234) by Jimbo from UK It's catchy, fresh rather than sounding desperate to be current. I don't think it will go down as an MC classic, but it's still great. (Monday 18 February 2013; 23:41)

Stargate (37,233) by TJ from Norway Is this song a Stargate production? Did you guys know that they are Norwegians? Just wanted to put Norway on the map. (Monday 18 February 2013; 23:40)

Almost there, almost home (37,232) by TJ from Norway Yes. She is almost there and almost home. Remember that this is a Disney song. I just hope she sings with this beautiful voice on the rest of her songs on the new album. So much better than just the clip. I don't think this is her next number one, but I have been wrong before. I got this electropop vibe. That reminded me of the fact that it's sad she didn't release the remix version of Memoirs. (Monday 18 February 2013; 23:37)

Almost Home (37,231) by Nick from Canada That's what I'm talking about, MC. That's exactly what I'm talking about. I love it. (Monday 18 February 2013; 23:05)

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[...] (37,229) by Terna from Nigeria I literally have goosebumps right now. The Lambily's gonna eat this one up. Woaw. "Almost home" is easily Mariah's 19th No. 1. I think she has chemistry with Stargate. It's a very current sound, but still has that Mariah Carey flavour which makes it distinct. Look out for that all too familiar siren. The voice is back indeed, with a fiery vengeance. (Monday 18 February 2013; 21:09)

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