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Packer (111,314) by Dove from United States
Knowing that you're a Scorpio makes me like you even more Bobby A.
(Friday 19 September 2025; 16:58)
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Album length (111,313) by MusicfanJ from Germany
Haha. "Whispery chorus of Lullaby for the 27th time. Okay, you should just hug him goodbye. I get it." So funny. That song really never ends.
(Friday 19 September 2025; 13:56)
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Album length (111,312) by BFF from United States
Oh I agree Bill. I like that "Caution" worked well because of its lean, concise structure. I was pointing out the length of the songs/album because someone had speculated that "Mi" was a short intro/interlude and not a song.
(Friday 19 September 2025; 13:05)
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Here For It All streaming party countdown (111,311) by 4real4real from UK
Day 8: Glitter (2001)
+ Out Here On My Own (Rarities)
+ Loverboy (Original Firecracker Version) (The Rarities)

Here For It All will be released globally at midnight 26th September 2025, New York time. For full impact, commence streaming each album from midnight NY time in your local area.

September 18, Day 7 - tonight we hit the most misunderstood chapter of Mariah's catalogue: Glitter. For years it was the punchline, but we know better. This is the record where she finally had zero label restrictions (the movie's another story) and just let the music and her creative juices flow. You can literally hear her laughing on every uptempo. That's freedom on tape.

This was her first release on Virgin after breaking Janet's contract record with a $100M deal. Big leap, big pressure, but also a clean slate. And she made a soundtrack that doubles as one of the most fun, vocally crazy, 80s-inspired dance albums ever. Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis still call it one of the best dance records of all time.

"Loverboy" was the lead. The biggest-selling song of 2001 and by now everyone knows the drama: the original Firecracker sample got snatched, so she reworked it overnight with Cameo's "Candy". We didn't hear the real version until The Rarities in 2020, and it was worth the wait. I like to stream both versions back to back, followed by the remix.

If the label had sense, they would've led with "If We". That thug love duet blueprint basically set the tone for half of the 2000s. And "Lead The Way"? That vocal climax is still one of the most technically perfect and emotional moments of her career. The clip of her singing it to the point of collapse goes viral once every few years for good reason. That's not a stunt, that's her giving everything.

The whole record is drenched in 80's sparkle and she was ahead of the revival by a few years. You can hear her love for Stacey Lattisaw, Kashif, Lisa Lisa... all over it. "Didn't Mean to Turn You On" is a perfect throwback including Jam & Lewis' original production. It's pure, fizzy fun and a cover Cherrelle's original, but with MC's voice wrapped around that Jam & Lewis production like silk.

Then there's "All My Life", one of the most underrated tracks in her whole catalogue. The story behind it is producer Rick James apparently requested everything be white for the session: white limo, white suit, and, well... let's just say a certain extra-white powdery "accessory". The song itself is smooth and dreamy, the kind of late-night groove you want on repeat until sunrise.

And shout-out to the Lambs for finally getting Glitter the respect it deserves: we pushed it to #1 on iTunes during the Caution countdown back in 2018, leading Mariah to finally allow it onto streaming. We're still waiting for the videos and singles, including all of the remixes, to get a proper release. Come on MC, come through. Can you swing it on home with a YouTube release, at least?

The movie turns 24 in two days, on the 21st. On that day we will be up to The Emancipation of Mimi on the countdown. Once you've spun the album, pair director Vondie Curtis Hall's Gridlock'd (1997, starring Tupac) with Glitter for a back to back double feature. See how Hall handled grit and glamour- and how Billie Frank deserved better.

So hit play and celebrate Mariah at her most unfiltered. Under the glitter there's heart, humour, and vocals for days. She made this for herself, but she left it here for us. LYM?

Mariah Carey "Here For It All" release countdown streaming calendar: Midnight Eastern Time September 19th Glitter, 20th Charmie, 21st Emancipation, 22nd E=MC2, 23rd Memoirs, 24th Elusive Chanteuse, 25th Caution plus beyond, 26th HFIA.​
(Friday 19 September 2025; 11:40)
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Here For It All streaming party countdown (111,310) by 4real4real from UK
The vocals were vocalling. One of my faves from her.
(Friday 19 September 2025; 11:37)
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Album length (111,309) by Bill from the UK
I get why some of you may be disappointed by the album's length, especially due to the time we've patiently waited for new material. I for one don't mind it. The appeal of Caution was how concise it was and that it felt like a tight, deliberate production. Shorter albums are easier to spin for me. As I don't do playlists and listen to an album end to end, it's much easier for me to play Emotions, Daydream or Unplugged than it is to book an afternoon off work to listen to the 97 tracks on Charmbracelet, and sit there watching my hair turn grey as she enters into the whispery chorus of Lullaby for the 27th time. Okay, you should just hug him goodbye. I get it.
(Friday 19 September 2025; 10:55)
Sarah McLachlan vs Mariah Carey (111,308) by T from USA
So Sarah McLachlan is kind of in the same situation as Mariah Carey right now. She is 57 years old (MC is 55 years old) and she hasn't released an album for eleven years (MC is at 7 years). So the similarities are there. But that's where they end. Sarah is doing amazing interviews where she just comes across as a real human being, who has been through things, is raising teens and has been able to create a new album. She seems so likeable and relatable. Now granted, she never had the pressure Mariah had, and never reached the heights Mariah reached, but maybe something can be said for a career that was totally in one's control vs a career that was so controlled. It's a shame Mariah didn't get the freedom Sarah always had since the start. But again, then maybe Mariah wouldn't have sold 200 million albums and singles.
(Friday 19 September 2025; 03:22)
Packer (111,307) by Lambi from USA
That is hilarious. Yup, I've helped a girlfriend find out if she was being cheated on by looking at her man's tagged photos. She thanked me endlessly. I'm exactly like your friend, I analyze people to their core too. Usually, I just know if I want to be around someone or not. They might not have necessarily done anything, but something in my spirit tells me no. It's a great thing. I've always been pretty blunt as well, and I'm not afraid to call people out on their BS.

Thanks, lamb. I'm a Bible-believing Christian, but you've just sparked an interest in me about zodiac signs. By the way, I may pursue being hired to be in Mariah's team soon so hopefully I get to relay a lot of lambs valid sentiments from here. It's not quite a solid decision yet though. Praying about it. Wish me luck.
(Friday 19 September 2025; 02:38)
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Packer (111,306) by Bobby A from United States
Hello, here I am. October 25th is birthday.
(Friday 19 September 2025; 02:37)
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Love love love (111,305) by Stacey from USA
100% correct. The Butterfly era saw Mariah out from under Tommy's influence. She was single and ready to take on the world. Fierce.
(Friday 19 September 2025; 02:36)
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Lip syncing (111,304) by Stacey from USA
Is there a category for wannabe be OGs?
(Friday 19 September 2025; 02:34)
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Mariah on the piano (111,303) by Giovanni from USA
Does anyone agree that Mariah ate in those two photos on the piano she posted on her Insta? The hair, the face card, the ensemble. That color looks so good on her and she does not look 56 at all. Now why couldn't she wear that instead of the Golden ensemble at the VMAS haha. I just can't let it go and never will. I never wanna see it again.
(Friday 19 September 2025; 02:15)
Hooker dresses (111,302) by Giovanni from USA
I miss so many ensembles and voice eras from Mariah but I really do miss the hooker dresses from 2008 lol. I just watched Mariah's performance at American Idol in 2008 performing "Bye Bye" and I loved the black hooker dress as well as the performance. She really looked so good and sounded amazing even Ryan Seacrest said so. I loved the moment one of the back up singers got loud and was letting her voice be heard lol I thought it was cute. 2008 was a good year for her vocally. Her chest voice was so powerful and she could belt loud and fierce. Also loved the pink hooker dress she wore on Good Morning America lol don't come at me they were hooker dresses but they looked so good on her and only Mariah could get away with wearing them. She will always be the prettiest and sexiest female singer of all time. She is not just legendary because of her voice, singing and songs but also because of her outfits.
(Friday 19 September 2025; 02:08)
Mariah the rapper (111,301) by Giovanni from USA
I love Sarah Mclachlan, she is a legend. All these years later and she's still performing and making music. "Afterglow" is my favorite album from her. I've played it so many times and have never gotten tired of it. It's hands down one of her best albums.
(Friday 19 September 2025; 01:53)
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Packer (111,300) by Giovanni from USA
They touched each other's legs under the table haha so hot and funny at the same time. They truly were hot for each other. In fact I bet she at one point was crazy about him sort of how she was with Derek Jeter. I'm glad I'm not the only Stan who wishes her and Bryan were still together and hopes Mariah finds love again.
(Friday 19 September 2025; 01:48)
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Packer (111,299) by Dove from United States
Scorpios are natural detectives. I was once on a dating app for three days and my Scorpio female friend found out everything about a guy I went on a few dates with. Even what the inside of his house looked like (from when it was listed for sale before he bought it). She found so much information about him with very little. I think I just knew his name and his birthday. She always has the tea before anyone else at work too. She's low-key and quiet but she notices everything and people just tell her stuff. It's crazy. She doesn't like everyone so I'm thankful to have her as a friend. She's very loyal too. Scorpios and Geminis are supposed to be the "bad guys" of the zodiac but they're my favorite. I'm a Taurus.
(Friday 19 September 2025; 01:44)
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What's wrong with Mariah (111,298) by Mimi L. from Empower Your Highlighter
Haha stop I laughed too hard at this.
(Friday 19 September 2025; 00:56)
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Packer (111,297) by Lambi from USA
I appreciate that, Dove. Yeah that NYE train wreck felt very personal to me. They humiliated the crap out of our homegirl so I'm still looking for answers to this very day. Also how did you know? I actually am in fact a Scorpio. That is crazy how you knew. Is that bad?
(Thursday 18 September 2025; 20:46)
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The next single (111,296) by MusicfanJ from Germany
That's good to know. I prefer longer albums and songs. I want something for my money. Lol. But seriously 2.49 is really short for a song. The same with "Type Dangerous", it should have been 30 seconds longer for my taste. Do we get one "Beautiful ones" running time for compensation? Maybe the gospel song? Oh I checked it. The one I was looking for is "Here for it all" with 6:37 minutes.
(Thursday 18 September 2025; 19:55)
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Mariah the rapper (111,295) by Randy from USA
When JD was talking about Mariah wanting to be a rapper, it didn't click until I heard Mi. She's talking about if it ain't about money I don't wanna hear it. Then I thought about Rihanna's Bitch Better Have My Money and Beyoncé's Diva. So the lines are blurred. Singing fast and talking about brands, bling and hoes is now r&b and pop. I think now about the fast singing in We Belong Together and the first verse of More Than Just Friends and Type: Dangerous. MC is really an MC. Thank God Sarah McLachlan comes out tomorrow. I miss ballads and old fogey music. When MC invited ODB in on Fantasy in 95, I thought she had a lane and he had a lane. Worked for me. Mariah is a bob and weave kinda driver. I wonder how this'll all sound at 60? I know. I know. She doesn't acknowledge time.
(Thursday 18 September 2025; 18:25)
The next single (111,294) by BFF from United States
The song lengths have been posted on the Wikipedia entry for the album. The album is listed at 39:44 length, and "Mi" is listed at "2:49". Looks like this album is almost as short as "Caution" was... if those lengths are accurate.
(Thursday 18 September 2025; 17:27)
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Packer (111,293) by Dove from United States
Dang girl, you’re on detective mode. (Are you a Scorpio?) You and Bill always have the minute details the rest of us forget about. Color me impressed.
(Thursday 18 September 2025; 16:45)
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Lip syncing (111,292) by Dove from United States
I think I'm both. I relate to the Rainbows and Butterflies aspect, but I have been a fan since 1990. I was a kid but I can say I've lived through all of her eras.
(Thursday 18 September 2025; 16:42)
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The next single (111,291) by Max from Germany
I think Mi is just an intro and not a full song. MC said at Apple that there are 10-11 songs on the album. Maybe she just sees Mi as an overture.
(Thursday 18 September 2025; 16:07)
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Lip syncing (111,290) by Bill from the UK
The OGs have a separate category dahling. We are fans but wouldn’t say we act like lambs. The only cross over is our ruler Bobby A who is a combination of every type of fan you can have which is why he is the best one.
(Thursday 18 September 2025; 15:47)
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