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And here it was (111,515) by TJ from Norway So, what do you all think? I think there's a couple of songs that are OK, but I am not sure about the rest of it. The title song is definitely the best one. (Friday 26 September 2025; 17:09)

Here For It All (review) (111,514) by BFF from United States Out of all the albums in her catalogue, "Here For It All" reminds me most of the "Emotions" album, which is my second favorite after "Butterfly". The vocals are, of course, not at the same level, but the up-tempos like "Play This Song" have the same relaxed/fun vibe of "Emotions" and ballads like "Nothing is Impossible" and "Here for It All" hit me the same way as "Can't Let Go", "And You Don't Remember", and "Til The End of Time". "Jesus I Do" gives me a little bit of upbeat "Make it Happen" type energy. Even though "I Won't Allow It" and "Champagne and Confetti" are sonically different, they give me the kiss off vibes of "If It's Over" and "You're So Cold". This album is truly a resurgence of classic Mariah with a great new twist. Bravo, Ms. Carey. (Friday 26 September 2025; 16:19) this is a reply to message 111,507

Here For It All (review) (111,507) by Randy from USA If Glitter is her 80s album, Here For It All is Mariah's homage to the 1970s. Lush band moments and disco beats abound on this her most laidback and dare I say it most cohesive album. While this is eons better as an album than the sprint-to-fall-flat Caution and the God-awful MIAMTEC, what those two albums have are standout moments like GTFO, A No-No, You Don't Know What To Do & Meteorite and this album to me is missing a hit. But there are thankfully no misses. Below is my track by track rating. Mi - The beat and production is amazing. It's very short so it feels more like an interlude than a song. She sings in whisper false the entire song which some may be put off by but to be honest I'm so used to it that it doesn't bother me. I also don't like the rap singing (it's a very bling, ima diva name label dropping song) which I think are irresponsible since most of her lambs are probably rubbing two nickels together to purchase the album. I just think a 56 year old woman shouldn't be singing about her diamonds and Louis Vuitton. But thankfully she leaves the auto tune to the next generation and overall I like the song and will listen to it again. B+ Play The Song - I love the 70s vibe. A lyrically confusing song in terms point of view. She's singing to a boy who misses her and she misses him so they should play this song by themselves? Why not just talk to each other and work it out? Another weird thing is how Anderson .Paak starts talking like Lenny Williams and you get the feeling another verse or hook is coming but the song fades. C+ Dangerous Type - Here comes MC Mariah. We get it you wear name brands. I honestly have only listened to this song twice and this is the third time. I do like the sample and nostalgia better than Dedicated. Again lyrically, she doesn't describe 'the dangerous type' as much as she describes who she is and that's why she likes the Dangerous Type. C Sugar Sweet - This production, melody and lyric on this are first rate. A little boring for a single choice but you can't dislike this song. She didn't need the features. They added nothing and she's singing to a boy so ... are you tryna have a foursome? An island song. B+ In Your Feelings - The production, melody and lyric are wonderful here. This has an amazing instrumental moment in the middle I really enjoyed. Mariah often alternates between full voice and falsetto. In this song, there are places she should be singing full voice and she's in whisper. There's times she is in full voice she should be in whisper. This is very reminiscent of Make it Look Good (better though than that snoozefest) and It's a Wrap (almost on its level). B+ Nothing is Impossible – It is a very dangerous thing for the writer of Hero, Through The Rain, Anytime You Need A Friend, Can't Take That Away (Mariah's Theme) and Almost Home to write an inspirational song. Anything you attempt will be compared to masterpieces. When the song started playing I was like, 'heard this before.' Then the strings came in second verse and I felt a lump in my throat, then second chorus she came in full voice and then the sustained note and the dramatic backgrounds and the piano playing solo at the end. I was in tears. What Mariah does best—make it through. Thank you for this one Mariah, maybe I can make it thru my right now. A- (The best song here) Confetti and Champagne - After that emotional moment with the previous track, this was a perfect palate cleanser. It's all in whisper/false so I had trouble with the lyric but I think she's waiting for her new dude and celebrating it's him. This felt like 'the Impossible' from Memoirs. And she was out before I could get bored. Kind of an interlude as you're waiting for your man to knock on the door. B+ I Won't Allow It - I love this 70s vibe. This is You Don't Know What To Do's Little Sister and the annoying rapper is not there. I think the hook could be stronger. But I like this ... a lot B++ My Love - Another 70s cut but it feels like an album cut for an artist then, not their single. And the lyric is kinda stupid. Is she talking about her love or her love (a person)? And she's not saying much. There's so many remakes she could've chose. But I like the authentic nostalgic feel. C Jesus I Do - Mariah is inventing genres. Gospel Disco. What sucks here is that she didn't really duet with The Clark Sisters. It sounds more like a soup of voices. Mariah has a habit of blending voices where it doesn't feel like any one has parts. So it begs the question, what was the point of asking them to come along for the ride? C Here For It All - This feels more like the second half of Nothing Is Impossible. However, I am confused if she is talking to a romantic love interest that she will be here through anything or if this is her statement that no matter what life throws her way she will be present and make it through it all and then there's a gospel second half that doesn't make sense to me within the context of the song. This was supposed to be the album's grandiose finale and it comes off as it's trying to hard to be that without cohesive subtext. This song was a real disappointment and largely because Mariah hyped it up. C (Friday 26 September 2025; 14:38)

Here For It Is (111,513) by Nicole from US I love the album but the deep lyrics make me worry. What gruesome fall did she survive? And that lyric "Laugh through the tears till I'm gone" made me cry? Something seemed to have happened without us knowing and I'm so happy that she's still around with us. (Friday 26 September 2025; 15:52)

SZA/Apple (111,512) by BFF from United States I know right? These people can keep their damn flowers lol. Ms. Carey has been a boss lady since the 1990s and doesn't need their validation or praise. Shout out to all the true fans who were ride or die for Mariah during the difficult 2001-2004 years. (Friday 26 September 2025; 15:47) this is a reply to message 111,491

SZA/Apple (111,491) by Libra Lamb from USA I second your comment. Some of us liked and supported Mariah through the “Pariah” stage and loony tunes era. (Friday 26 September 2025; 07:54)

Here For It All is brilliant (111,511) by BFF from United States Also... this cover of "My Love" by Paul McCartney and Wings is really good. I had been thinking about buying a compilation of McCartney's post-Beatles work, and this is definitely the push that I needed. I really love his song "Young Boy" from the album "Flaming Pie". I know this is a tangent, but I always preferred Paul to John Lennon. Far less pretentious and just thought his solo stuff was way better than John's. (Friday 26 September 2025; 15:35) this is a reply to message 111,509

Here For It All is brilliant (111,509) by BFF from United States This album is fantastic. It has the same relaxed vibe as Roberta Flack's classic albums from 1970s. I love that the sound is defiantly throwback and that the album is not trying to be current at all. "Nothing is Impossible", "Play This Song", "Here for It All", and "In Your Feelings" are my favorites. "Type Dangerous" has definitely grown on me and works really well in the context of the album. I listened to the version of the album on Apple Music and waiting for my CD copy to come so I can hear the solo version of "Sugar Sweet" in the context of the album. This has been well worth the wait, and it definitely tops "Caution" in my opinion. I think keeping the hip-hop influences to a minimum was the right call this time around. (Friday 26 September 2025; 14:43)

iTunes (111,510) by Max from Germany In Germany too. Cheers. (Friday 26 September 2025; 15:25) this is a reply to message 111,508

iTunes (111,508) by Jamie from UK She's number one here. (Friday 26 September 2025; 14:42)

Here For It All is brilliant (111,509) by BFF from United States This album is fantastic. It has the same relaxed vibe as Roberta Flack's classic albums from 1970s. I love that the sound is defiantly throwback and that the album is not trying to be current at all. "Nothing is Impossible", "Play This Song", "Here for It All", and "In Your Feelings" are my favorites. "Type Dangerous" has definitely grown on me and works really well in the context of the album. I listened to the version of the album on Apple Music and waiting for my CD copy to come so I can hear the solo version of "Sugar Sweet" in the context of the album. This has been well worth the wait, and it definitely tops "Caution" in my opinion. I think keeping the hip-hop influences to a minimum was the right call this time around. (Friday 26 September 2025; 14:43) this is a reply to message 111,503

Here For It All is brilliant (111,503) by Bobby A from United States I love it. This is the MC we have been missing. I will give my review later this weekend. I am moving to my new apartment. (Friday 26 September 2025; 11:59)

iTunes (111,508) by Jamie from UK She's number one here. (Friday 26 September 2025; 14:42) this is a reply to message 111,505

iTunes (111,505) by Webmaster Eric from the Netherlands According to Kworb, Mariah's new album is at number 1 in Brazil, Denmark, India, Netherlands, Singapore, Spain, Taiwan, and South-Africa. In the USA, she's at number 3 and in the UK at number 4. (Friday 26 September 2025; 12:58)

Here For It All (review) (111,507) by Randy from USA If Glitter is her 80s album, Here For It All is Mariah's homage to the 1970s. Lush band moments and disco beats abound on this her most laidback and dare I say it most cohesive album. While this is eons better as an album than the sprint-to-fall-flat Caution and the God-awful MIAMTEC, what those two albums have are standout moments like GTFO, A No-No, You Don't Know What To Do & Meteorite and this album to me is missing a hit. But there are thankfully no misses. Below is my track by track rating. Mi - The beat and production is amazing. It's very short so it feels more like an interlude than a song. She sings in whisper false the entire song which some may be put off by but to be honest I'm so used to it that it doesn't bother me. I also don't like the rap singing (it's a very bling, ima diva name label dropping song) which I think are irresponsible since most of her lambs are probably rubbing two nickels together to purchase the album. I just think a 56 year old woman shouldn't be singing about her diamonds and Louis Vuitton. But thankfully she leaves the auto tune to the next generation and overall I like the song and will listen to it again. B+ Play The Song - I love the 70s vibe. A lyrically confusing song in terms point of view. She's singing to a boy who misses her and she misses him so they should play this song by themselves? Why not just talk to each other and work it out? Another weird thing is how Anderson .Paak starts talking like Lenny Williams and you get the feeling another verse or hook is coming but the song fades. C+ Dangerous Type - Here comes MC Mariah. We get it you wear name brands. I honestly have only listened to this song twice and this is the third time. I do like the sample and nostalgia better than Dedicated. Again lyrically, she doesn't describe 'the dangerous type' as much as she describes who she is and that's why she likes the Dangerous Type. C Sugar Sweet - This production, melody and lyric on this are first rate. A little boring for a single choice but you can't dislike this song. She didn't need the features. They added nothing and she's singing to a boy so ... are you tryna have a foursome? An island song. B+ In Your Feelings - The production, melody and lyric are wonderful here. This has an amazing instrumental moment in the middle I really enjoyed. Mariah often alternates between full voice and falsetto. In this song, there are places she should be singing full voice and she's in whisper. There's times she is in full voice she should be in whisper. This is very reminiscent of Make it Look Good (better though than that snoozefest) and It's a Wrap (almost on its level). B+ Nothing is Impossible – It is a very dangerous thing for the writer of Hero, Through The Rain, Anytime You Need A Friend, Can't Take That Away (Mariah's Theme) and Almost Home to write an inspirational song. Anything you attempt will be compared to masterpieces. When the song started playing I was like, 'heard this before.' Then the strings came in second verse and I felt a lump in my throat, then second chorus she came in full voice and then the sustained note and the dramatic backgrounds and the piano playing solo at the end. I was in tears. What Mariah does best—make it through. Thank you for this one Mariah, maybe I can make it thru my right now. A- (The best song here) Confetti and Champagne - After that emotional moment with the previous track, this was a perfect palate cleanser. It's all in whisper/false so I had trouble with the lyric but I think she's waiting for her new dude and celebrating it's him. This felt like 'the Impossible' from Memoirs. And she was out before I could get bored. Kind of an interlude as you're waiting for your man to knock on the door. B+ I Won't Allow It - I love this 70s vibe. This is You Don't Know What To Do's Little Sister and the annoying rapper is not there. I think the hook could be stronger. But I like this ... a lot B++ My Love - Another 70s cut but it feels like an album cut for an artist then, not their single. And the lyric is kinda stupid. Is she talking about her love or her love (a person)? And she's not saying much. There's so many remakes she could've chose. But I like the authentic nostalgic feel. C Jesus I Do - Mariah is inventing genres. Gospel Disco. What sucks here is that she didn't really duet with The Clark Sisters. It sounds more like a soup of voices. Mariah has a habit of blending voices where it doesn't feel like any one has parts. So it begs the question, what was the point of asking them to come along for the ride? C Here For It All - This feels more like the second half of Nothing Is Impossible. However, I am confused if she is talking to a romantic love interest that she will be here through anything or if this is her statement that no matter what life throws her way she will be present and make it through it all and then there's a gospel second half that doesn't make sense to me within the context of the song. This was supposed to be the album's grandiose finale and it comes off as it's trying to hard to be that without cohesive subtext. This song was a real disappointment and largely because Mariah hyped it up. C (Friday 26 September 2025; 14:38)

Album (111,506) by Tameka walker from United states I love this album so much. I hope all the lambs are enjoying this album as much as I am. (Friday 26 September 2025; 13:05)

iTunes (111,505) by Webmaster Eric from the Netherlands According to Kworb, Mariah's new album is at number 1 in Brazil, Denmark, India, Netherlands, Singapore, Spain, Taiwan, and South-Africa. In the USA, she's at number 3 and in the UK at number 4. (Friday 26 September 2025; 12:58) this is a reply to message 111,504

iTunes UK (111,504) by Jamie from UK Mariah is sitting at number 1 on UK iTunes. (Friday 26 September 2025; 12:46)

iTunes UK (111,504) by Jamie from UK Mariah is sitting at number 1 on UK iTunes. (Friday 26 September 2025; 12:46)

Here For It All is brilliant (111,503) by Bobby A from United States I love it. This is the MC we have been missing. I will give my review later this weekend. I am moving to my new apartment. (Friday 26 September 2025; 11:59) this is a reply to message 111,499

Here For It All is brilliant (111,499) by Bill from the UK So let's sidestep the vocal thing - I've moved to accept where she is vocally, the old girl's doing the best with what she's got. Sonically, musically, lyrically, melodically, and emotionally this album is absolutely wonderful. The 70s production and sound running throughout is brilliant, and I wish she'd done that more. At times it reminded me of Maxwell's Urban Hang Suite. My Love is beautiful, Jesus I Do with the Clark Sisters is up there with her better gospel numbers, especially as it's more in a "You Bring the Sunshine" vibe. In fact, the weakest tracks are probably the singles. And some songs could do with being a bit longer. It's like this is the daytime celebration, and Caution is the downbeat evening counterpart. Like HFIA is the following day, looking ahead with nothing but positivity. I didn't think I'd like it this much, but it was worth the wait and I'll be playing it non stop. Well done Mariah, great job. (Friday 26 September 2025; 10:33)

Article: Album review: Mariah is "Here for It All" on new album (111,502) by Zachariah from Croatia Oh wow, I didn't know that she will put it out on YouTube already. Thank you. (Friday 26 September 2025; 11:37) this is a reply to message 111,494

Article: Album review: Mariah is "Here for It All" on new album (111,494) by Zachariah from Croatia I have to wait for ten more days because it is not available here in Croatia yet in physical form. I tried to order it online but the shipping was enormous. But I am happy for everyone else to hear it soon. [Webmaster: You can listen to the album on YouTube.] (Friday 26 September 2025; 09:33)

Gamma please listen (111,501) by Armen from United States Incredible album. With the right promotion, these four songs have the potential to take this project to multi-platinum status: 1. "Mi" - Pure perfection. Modern, fresh, and universally relatable. 2. "Play This Song" - Another undeniable hit. 3. "My Love" - My personal favorite. This is classic Mariah reminiscent of her iconic 90s era. An absolutely stunning rendition. 4. "Jesus I Do" - A must for gospel airwaves. This one has hit song written all over it. I've been a devoted supporter since June 1990, and I couldn't be more proud of Mariah. Her vocal ability remains unmatched. (Friday 26 September 2025; 11:11)

iTunes (111,500) by Tameka walker from United states Does anybody know how the album is doing on the charts? (Friday 26 September 2025; 10:52)

Here For It All is brilliant (111,499) by Bill from the UK So let's sidestep the vocal thing - I've moved to accept where she is vocally, the old girl's doing the best with what she's got. Sonically, musically, lyrically, melodically, and emotionally this album is absolutely wonderful. The 70s production and sound running throughout is brilliant, and I wish she'd done that more. At times it reminded me of Maxwell's Urban Hang Suite. My Love is beautiful, Jesus I Do with the Clark Sisters is up there with her better gospel numbers, especially as it's more in a "You Bring the Sunshine" vibe. In fact, the weakest tracks are probably the singles. And some songs could do with being a bit longer. It's like this is the daytime celebration, and Caution is the downbeat evening counterpart. Like HFIA is the following day, looking ahead with nothing but positivity. I didn't think I'd like it this much, but it was worth the wait and I'll be playing it non stop. Well done Mariah, great job. (Friday 26 September 2025; 10:33)

HFIA - ode to afterlife (111,498) by MhieMhie from Vietnam I can't help but to feel a rollercoaster of emotions especially with HFIA. This is the only song where she acknowledged her mortality. I hope she is not sick like the album is sadness painted as music with the lyrics direct to anguish, longing, pain. Despite the kiss off tracks can't help to feel the heaviness of the album. She bares it all for here for it all. In other news, I agree with one post here that if she recorded this at E=MC2 era - these songs will glisten and shine differently. I loved it though regardless. I think as a lamb, it is natural for us to find the voice that shaped and molded us. (Friday 26 September 2025; 10:28)

Here For It All (111,497) by jaker20 from US Wow this album really took me by surprise, if that was possible because I really avoided the snippets. The last 4 songs I Won't Allow It, My Love, Jesus I Do, HFIA is so compact emotionally, they really tugs the heart. In Your Feelings and Nothing is Impossible is one long timeless feels. By 3rd, 4th listen, I'm already obsessed. (Friday 26 September 2025; 09:50)

Andrew from the UK (111,496) by Webmaster Eric from the Netherlands Andrew was not really a gentleman and that's why he is banned for life. (Friday 26 September 2025; 09:48) this is a reply to message 111,486

Andrew from the UK (111,486) by Reuben Walton from United States Is he still on this board? I used to be active on here like the better part of a decade ago and I remember a gentleman named Andrew was also active on here and he had the distinction of slating and despising pretty much everything MC made post Butterfly and I'd just be curious to know if he still holds that position. It's also quite possible that he has long since jumped ship. (Friday 26 September 2025; 07:26)

Article: Album review: Mariah Carey is Here For It All (111,495) by Jamie from UK I like Heavenly too. (Friday 26 September 2025; 09:47) this is a reply to message 111,479

Article: Album review: Mariah Carey is Here For It All (111,479) by Dove from United States Heavenly is one of my favorite songs. Ha ha ha. Beauty is in the ear of the listener. (Friday 26 September 2025; 03:12)

Article: Album review: Mariah is "Here for It All" on new album (111,494) by Zachariah from Croatia I have to wait for ten more days because it is not available here in Croatia yet in physical form. I tried to order it online but the shipping was enormous. But I am happy for everyone else to hear it soon. [Webmaster: You can listen to the album on YouTube.] (Friday 26 September 2025; 09:33)

Love It (111,493) by Jamie from UK The album is great on first listen, feels like old Mariah at times. My only wish was that she had done more of these type of songs on previous later albums with her stronger voice as this is Mariah. (Friday 26 September 2025; 09:26)

Ugh, the curse words (111,492) by Stacey from USA Anyone know where I can get a clean version of HFIA? There are a few songs I am ready to play over and over and over. Well you get the picture, lol. (Friday 26 September 2025; 09:04)

SZA/Apple (111,491) by Libra Lamb from USA I second your comment. Some of us liked and supported Mariah through the “Pariah” stage and loony tunes era. (Friday 26 September 2025; 07:54) this is a reply to message 111,460

SZA/Apple (111,460) by BFF from United States I found SZA to be really annoying in that interview ("Hi queen", "You are everything", etc. is just way too much). I definitely enjoyed the Gayle King interview much more. The whole "Flowers" concept and the performative fangirl routine from all of these "Johnny come lately" Mariah fans makes me roll my eyes. I ventured out on 9/11/2001 after they released us from school to buy the "Glitter" album and purchased multiple copies of the "Loverboy" single to help with the effort to get it to #1. I'm a fan who remembers when you would be pilloried for openly liking Mariah, so I am unimpressed by much of this lol. (Thursday 25 September 2025; 15:34)

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