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Deep cut (113,024) by Edward from USA

Not knowing doesn't equate to being dumb, my dear. Here's the definition:

A deep cut is a lesser-known song on an album that wasn't released as a single or widely promoted. It's usually appreciated by dedicated fans for its depth, mood, or artistry, and often reveals more about the artist than the big hits do.

(Thursday 15 January 2026; 17:10)


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Trilogies and sister songs (113,023) by Lighty from China

AIWFCIY original, ExtraFestive, SuperFestive. OK, just kidding. I would say WBT/DFAU/ISIL could be a potential trilogy, or swap ISIL with either Love Story of Last Kiss or Thanx 4 Nothin'.
(Thursday 15 January 2026; 14:36)


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Trilogies and sister songs (113,022) by Haiji from United States

So we know about the My All, After Tonight and I Only Wanted trilogy. What other trilogies or sister songs does MC have. I've mentioned a few in my previous post. What y'all got?
(Thursday 15 January 2026; 14:10)

Deep cut (113,021) by TJ from Norway

I'm just glad somebody asked.

(Thursday 15 January 2026; 14:09)


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Deep cut (113,020) by Zachariah from Croatia

Oh, ok, thanks. Well, there is plenty of them. My favorite ones:

"Where Are You Christmas" would be one. Sure, she didn't release it but she co-wrote it so maybe, one day.
"Heat" is another one.
"Boy, I need you" - Panjabi Hit Squad Mix
(Thursday 15 January 2026; 14:04)


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Deep cut (113,019) by Lighty from China

Songs non-fans don't know.
(Thursday 15 January 2026; 13:01)


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Deep cut (113,018) by Zachariah from Croatia

I guess I have to be the dumb one but what does deep cut exactly means? Sorry if the question is stupid but I don't understand and don't want to be left out.

(Thursday 15 January 2026; 10:53)

Album deep cuts (113,017) by Lainsky from Philippines

As we continue our discussion on this topic, I'd like to share my thoughts in the form of a list from each studio album. Some of my selections are quite close to what is typically considered "deep cuts", particularly from the later albums.

MC - Vanishing
Emotions - Till The End of Time
MB - All I've Ever Wanted
DD - Long Ago, When I Saw You, and Looking In
Butterfly - Close My Eyes
Rainbow - Petals
Glitter - Lead The Way and Reflection (Care Enough)
CB - My Saving Grace
TEOM - Mine Again
E=MC2 - Side Effects
MOAIA - Betcha Gon' Know
MIAMTEC - Camouflage
Caution - Portrait
HFIA - Nothing Is Impossible
(Thursday 15 January 2026; 04:06)

Reddit thread - save one MC song from each album (113,016) by Stacey from USA

MC - Vanishing
Emotions - Till the End of Time
MTV - Make It Happen
MB - All I Ever Wanted
Daydream - Looking In
Butterfly - The Beautiful Ones
#1s - When You Believe
Rainbow - Crybaby
Glitter - Lead The Way
CB - Irresistible
TEOM - It's Like That
E=MC2 - I'm That Chick
MOAIA - Angels Cry
MIAM - You Don't Know What To Do
Caution - Giving Me Life
HFIA - Nothing Is Impossible

(Thursday 15 January 2026; 02:33)


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Speaking about deep cuts (113,015) by Haiji from United States

Thank you. I agree with a lot of what you mentioned. She definitely can do any genre. I'm also hoping for a jazz album soon, but we'll see. Long Ago was very fresh sounding to me coming from MC. I'm a lamb that goes back to the very beginning. I was 10 and heard my sister's friend playing the cassette, Vanishing, I instantly fell in love and borrowed the tape and she eventually gave it to me. I can't recall any song from debut up until Daydream, to be similar sounding to Long Ago. So when I heard it for the first time, I loved it right away and it's still one of my favorites. I was very refreshing and I loved that beat. I liked Fantasy for the video mainly tbh. I had a huge crush on her and would tell everyone I was gonna marry her one day when I'd watch it.

Fantasy has never been a favorite. I like the remix but I rarely play it. But I see what you mean. I wish Want You was a solo and not a duet though. I didn't really care for Eric Benét on it. Caution is a great album but not a favorite. I like just a few songs on it but rarely play them. I still listen to HFIA on a daily but the songs are scattered in a playlist with other artists. My favorite is IYF and IWAI. Praying for that deluxe though.
(Thursday 15 January 2026; 00:37)


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Reddit thread - save one MC song from each album (113,014) by TJ from Norway

Oh dear. I forgot Rainbow. Heartbreaker Remix. That one should be on my list.
(Wednesday 14 January 2026; 23:12)


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Speaking about deep cuts (113,013) by TJ from Norway

Long Ago.

I love the song, the beat. Everything about it.
(Wednesday 14 January 2026; 23:09)


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Reddit thread - save one MC song from each album (113,012) by TJ from Norway

A quick list:
MC - All In Your Mind
Emotions - If It's Over
MTV - Emotions
MB - Music Box
Daydream - Fantasy
Butterfly - The Beautiful Ones
#1's - Vision of Love (sneaky of me)
Glitter - Last Night A DJ Saved My Life
CB - Clown (or My Saving Grace, I can't decide)
TEOM - It's Like That
E=MC2 - I'll Be Loving You Long Time
MOAIA - Up Out My Face
MIAM - #Beautiful
Caution - GTFO
HFIA - I Really Don't Know
(Wednesday 14 January 2026; 23:08)


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Deep cuts album (113,011) by Lighty from China

Since some of you think the Rainbow cover is a little bit too much, I wonder what do you guys think of the #1's cover? I actually find it sexier than Butterfly and classier than Rainbow.
(Wednesday 14 January 2026; 17:33)


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Reddit thread - save one MC song from each album (113,010) by BFF from United States

I love your list. Here is mine.

MC - Vanishing
Emotions - And You Don't Remember
Unplugged - If It's Over
Music Box - Any Time You Need A Friend (Extended)
Merry Christmas - God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen
Daydream - Slipping Away
Butterfly - Close My Eyes
#1s - Do You Know Where You're Going To?
Rainbow - Crybaby
Glitter - Never Too Far
Charmbracelet - Through the Rain (Remix)
TEOM - Sprung
E=MC2 - I'm That Chick
MOAIA - Languishing
MIIY - When Christmas Comes
MIAMTEC - Make It Look Good
Caution - Runway
HFIA - Nothing Is Impossible
(Wednesday 14 January 2026; 17:05)


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Timing is everything (113,009) by Bobby A from United States

I was thinking the same thing. HFIA should have been released in October with IYF as the lead single on the same day to benefit from MC's holiday airplay and Christmas concerts. The whole vibe of HFIA is not very summery, but it exudes a walk in the city or sitting by the fireplace at home listening experience. By the way, Jesus I Do received two NAACP Image Award nominations. We can vote on the NAACP Image Awards website until February 7th. The awards ceremony takes place on BET on February 28th.

(Wednesday 14 January 2026; 12:24)


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Speaking about deep cuts (113,008) by MusicfanJ from Germany

I enjoyed your post very much.

I think I know what you mean with "Long ago". I never heard a female singer sing so "cool" and urban like Mariah did on Long Ago. The same with Fantasy. But what I loved about Long Ago was the groove and at the same time the sad undertone. It's almost hypnotic.

"Want you" is very underrated too. I love that "80ies tune" and her soft, soulful voice on it. Her music catalogue is outstanding. Mariah can sing every genre, from pop to soul/RnB, jazz, country, soft-rock, gospel, blues, maybe grunge lol. It's very rare, and almost every album sounds different. It can never get boring. I still have to discover her newest album fully. But NII and "I won't allow it" are my favourites too. "Your love" is beautiful too. Mariah is the queen of covers too.

(Wednesday 14 January 2026; 11:42)


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Deep cuts album (113,007) by MusicfanJ from Germany

Yes, I also think it wasn't needed. She was sexy and carefree with Butterfly but the cover from Rainbow is not so good. Of course it was the "bubblegum pop time" in 99 but I never liked the look from the cover. The look from the "Against all odds" video was beautiful and the many live performances around the world were mostly classy and pretty.

(Wednesday 14 January 2026; 11:19)


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Timing is everything (113,006) by Lara from Middle East

HIFA has so much potential but I think its timing was off and kinda rushed. I guess they wanted it out before TS takes over. Type Dangerous video seems rushed out, remember it was delayed because of editing? Sugar Sweet video never saw the light. Knowing that if she sang it with Kehlani alone it might've had more chance to get it done (easier to get together 2 people than 3), and she could've benefited from Kehlani recent success from her Folded single. If she had released it a bit before Christmas, get those 2 singles ready by release, and released Play This Song like last week just before Bruno Mars released his music, she also would've also benefited from the extra exposure Anderson .Paak got. I definitely feel she was rushed to it. Look at Bruno Mars, he posted one day before his album announcement and the day after released the single with the video ready. I'm no expert but I don't think that video costed more than TD, but it looks way more polished and constructed. He waited 10 years to release but released in control. It doesn't look like that for Mariah anymore sadly, maybe her condition doesn't allow it to control like she wants to.

(Wednesday 14 January 2026; 07:42)

MC17 (113,005) by Lainsky from Philippines

I feel the same way, Giovanni, I prefer "Caution" over "HFIA". I've been dreaming about an album where Mariah Carey returns to her beginnings. I envision a sound reminiscent of her earlier work, similar to her first albums up to "Daydream". It would have a pop vibe with a touch of R&B, featuring elements like those found in "Fantasy" or "Dreamlover", as well as "Love Takes Time" or "Without You", and songs akin to "Underneath the Stars" or "Can't Let Go"

Additionally, it would be great to hear another remake or duet, which has become a tradition on her albums. I hope she titles the album something like "Nostalgia", "Old School", "Back Then", or "Classic", something that fits the overall theme.

(Wednesday 14 January 2026; 05:37)


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Reddit thread - save one MC song from each album (113,004) by Lainsky from Philippines

Nice list, Todd. Here's mine because I love lists like this.

MC - Love Takes Time
Emotions - Make It Happen
MB - Now That I Know
Daydream - Fantasy
Butterfly - Butterfly
#1s - Sweetheart
Rainbow - After Tonight
Glitter - Lead The Way
CB - Through The Rain
TEOM - Stay The Night
E=MC2 - For The Record
MOAIA - Standing O
MIAM - Thirsty
Rarities - Out Here On My Own
Caution - Caution
HFIA - In Your Feelings
(Wednesday 14 January 2026; 05:26)


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Speaking about deep cuts (113,003) by Haiji from United States

Alone In Love (up until recently, a couple posts here have shown love to it), Sent From Up Above, If It's Over, Never Forget You, I Am Free, Long Ago, Forever, The Beautiful Ones, Crybaby, Want You, Subtle Invitation, Joy Ride, O.O.C., Ribbon, Standing O, and Faded.

These songs don't really get much love imo. Just until recently I've seen a few posts that mentioned AIL. Especially the post about it being a mature song, and I agree. The vocal even sounds mature. It's one of my favorite from her debut along with SFUA. It's mainly the production and background vocals that I love. With IIO, it always gave me timeless, soulful, real. I never could decide on which version is the best, the original, the grammys or snl. They're all great. I wish the whistle was clearer on the grammys version. NFY was probably my favorite song on MB. It was actually the extended remix. So underrated. It's One Sweet Day's little sister. IAF is vocal masterpiece, lead and background. The writing is almost foreshadowing. Wasn't it written before she was actually "free"? Long Ago along with IAF, are my 2 favorites off Daydream. Long Ago was so hip hop to me back then in the late 1900 and 90s lol I remember while wearing headphones, discovering a vocal part at the end where she's using her tongue to make the sound and it blew my mind but no one else could hear what I was hearing lol. Forever is so classic sounding, it almost gives soft Hawaiian vibes and idk why younger me always pictured Elvis Presley in a black and white movie in Hawaii wearing a flower lei lol. The climax on that song is so good. TBO is so euphoric to my ears, from both Sisqo/Dru Hill and MC. Omg the vocal harmonies, it's like it was like the original but completely a whole different song. Love both versions but MCs surpasses the og. Once Again the climax, Crybaby had me in high-school sing-crying "why is it 5am and I'm still up spiraling. I don't get no sleep, I'm up all week", after a breakup lol. Want You, to me, is almost the epitome of an 80s r&b/pop song. The whole production and lyrical style could've easily been on the radio in the 80s. Such a great song. Subtle Invitation should've been a single. It's never mentioned when speaking about writing. Her pen was on point considering times were changing and r&b was heading towards a more explicit tone. Oh Joyride, I love you so much. You truly take me through that roller-coaster ride. And that ending, wow. Wish that voice was still here, but the song is, so I'm good. OOC is so fun and free. I wish she'd do more song like this. It's the little sister to both I Won't Allow It and You Don't Know What To Do. Ribbon is great but my favorite version is the remix with Dream and Ludacris. It's so sexy and her vocals were fire during this era. Standing O was good as well and should've been a single but I believe she had legal issues with this song. It was the only one that didn't get a remix treatment for Angels Advocate album. Faded is my favorite off MIAM, my least favorite album. I listen to a few tracks off of it but don't care for the vocal tuning and metalic sound on her. Faded was the most natural sounding song on there and I absolutely love the whistle note on it. I didn't mention any songs from Caution because I do see a lot of love for the majority of the songs on it. HFIA is new, so we still need some time to let it marinate lol. Although I feel I Won't Allow It should eventually be a single with video. Anyways, hope yall enjoyed my rant lol and hope everyone is blessed for this new year and the other new year some celebrate

(Wednesday 14 January 2026; 03:58)

Emotions album (113,002) by Xavier mariohmix from Spain

Back in the day, when I used to force myself to pick a favorite album, Emotions was the one. Don't know why exactly, but Can't Let Go and Till the End of Time were mainly the ones to blame, and the high notes on Emotions and You Don't Remember as well. Wow. So many highlights on this album. And her voice on top form.
(Wednesday 14 January 2026; 01:19)


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Channeled message (113,001) by Xavier mariohmix from Spain

Where are you going?
(Wednesday 14 January 2026; 01:10)


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Reddit thread - save one MC song from each album (113,000) by Todd from Melbourne, Australia

Saw this thread on reddit and it even made a playlist for it. You can save 1 MC song from each album. Mine would be:

MC - Alone In Love
Emotions - Til The End of Time
MTV - Can't Let Go
MB - Everything Fades Away
Daydream - Fantasy
Butterfly - Butterfly
#1s - Sweetheart
Glitter - Loverboy
CB - Bringing on the Heartbreak
TEOM - Stay the Night
EMC2 - I'll Be Lovin U Long Time
MOAIA - Betcha Gon Know
MIAM - Camouflage
Rarities - Out Here On My Own
Caution - Giving Me Life
HFIA - Nothing Is Impossible
(Tuesday 13 January 2026; 23:10)

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