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Pride (102,968) by Brandon from USA I actually agree with everything that you said. As a legend that has sold as many records as MC has, she should be a pro when it comes to live performances. Unfortunately she has always struggled when it comes to performing, which I think is mainly due to her lack of discipline to practice/rehearse for live shows and her loss of confidence in her voice. She often looks lost on stage or doesn't know how to gracefully move her body. There's actually choreographers who can teach singers how to move gracefully, how to emote, how to talk to your audience in between songs to keep them engaged (not just ramble a bunch of words) and even how to lip sync in a way that looks real (Celine). MC has access to use the best of the best in the business to help her be a better performer but most of her performances fall flat. I've seen her live in concert twice so I know what I speak. Where is the grown woman (not eternally 12), confident, sexy, commander of the stage who's been performing for over 30 years? I love MC and have been a lamb for over 30 years and want to always see her win but a lot of times she is her own worst enemy. I hate to see singers who have been performing only a fraction of the time MC has be able to run circles around her when it comes to performing live. There's no excuse. (Wednesday 5 July 2023; 19:31) this is a reply to message 102,952

Pride (102,952) by Andrew from the UK Encouraged by Randy to read recent posts and post something myself, I've thought about what to write, whether I cared to opine on something relevant or if I even cared anymore about people reading my opinions. I no longer Google Mariah, watch new performances nor read messageboards. I listen to Mariah on Spotify and look forward to Randy messaging me about 1997 every so often. But whilst the most holy and anointed month of alphabetti-spaghetti draws to a close I was encouraged to watch Mariah at LA Pride and see where I am at in relation to where Mariah is at. Suffice is to say: it's not for me. I am neither a preteen, a gay that claps my hands when I see something shiny nor a deluded sycophant flatly denying observable reality. This wasn't just offensive nonsense: it was badly executed offensive nonsense. And if the response to that is to explain that it's just 1) Mariah's personality and/or 2) a Pride show then the response is surely as offensive as the provocation. An inflatable unicorn? Drag queens? A bat-mobile? Groundbreaking. Unless you are either a preteen, a gay that claps their hands when they see something shiny or a deluded sycophant flatly denying observable reality, you must just think like the rest of the world that Mariah is now nothing more than a caricature of herself and she sees everyone else around her as a stereotype? There *are* gay peope who aren't "queens" as she is so fond of saying. Young gay people today are a world away from this. Missing lip-syncing cues? Failing to execute any decent live notes? Prancing around the stage half-cut? Mumbling and rambling on, anxiously? This is not performance worthy of a "living legend". It's Pride. It's gay people looking for A) powerful representation B) a party and C) messages of hope, love and solidarity. What do Mariah's audience get? Mariah slurring something about having an album called Rainbow? Or didn't she utter some nonsense about rainbows meaning different things to different people? I can't bring myself to go back and watch it. The whole thing looked like a drag queen doing a Mariah Carey act and I genuinely think a drag queen would have done a much better job if somehow they were convinced to take on the career-ending gig of a lifetime. Pills and liquor seem to help. I just finished watching Elton John's last ever UK performance which was as the closing headliner at the Glastonbury Festival last weekend. He's on another level - one that Mariah should be on. I danced in front of the television. I cried during Don't Let The Sun Go Down On Me as a tribute to the late George Michael on what would have been his 60th birthday. And I cried at the very last moments of the concert where "I think it's gonna be a long long time" from Rocketman was drawn into a haunting bittersweet note followed by him bowing out with the band. That's a show. That's musicianship. That's a living legend. Mariah's new era? Mariah in a Hall of Fame? Mariah making money outside of Christmas? Nobody's much caring. When Mariah Carey starts to give a shit about Mariah Carey's career then I will, too. Until then, I'm quite happy with Spotify and Randy's 1997 rants. Which usually indicate a splash or two. (Monday 3 July 2023; 03:11)

Good news (102,967) by MusicfanJ from Germany Yeah, a lot of "older' ones (over 30 lol) are not so into Tik Tok for many reasons. Personally I don't get the hype with that app and stupid challenges that were going on. But it's nice to hear about a new Spotify record. Yes, Mariah was often ahead of its [her] time. Especially in 2001 with Glitter and the 80ies funk. (Wednesday 5 July 2023; 17:46) this is a reply to message 102,966

Good news (102,966) by Mariahsbaby from usa For some reason older generations seem to have a problem with Tik Tok, but the app remains one of the most popular ones and it's the most popular app for teens. Mariah is ascending and securing her place for the future. Good news for the day: Touch My Body had its biggest day ever on Spotify receiving over 200k streams. The woman released her 18 #1 hit 18 years later and now 15 years later going viral. Mariah has always been ahead of time. (Wednesday 5 July 2023; 09:24)

Good news (102,966) by Mariahsbaby from usa For some reason older generations seem to have a problem with Tik Tok, but the app remains one of the most popular ones and it's the most popular app for teens. Mariah is ascending and securing her place for the future. Good news for the day: Touch My Body had its biggest day ever on Spotify receiving over 200k streams. The woman released her 18 #1 hit 18 years later and now 15 years later going viral. Mariah has always been ahead of time. (Wednesday 5 July 2023; 09:24) this is a reply to message 102,963

Good news (102,963) by MusicfanJ from Germany Queen of Tik Tok? Please not. Queen of music or of RnB suits better. I read that Tik Tok is banned in two states of the US, is that correct? Would anyone miss it? I don't need it for sure. I'm waiting for real music news while I'm enjoying her dance mixes. (Tuesday 4 July 2023; 16:42)

MC's next era (102,965) by Tevin from USA I would love to see Mariah dabble into Afro beats. (Wednesday 5 July 2023; 05:40) this is a reply to message 102,950

MC's next era (102,950) by Brandon from USA What would you guys like to see for MC's next era? What type of music do [you] want to hear? What would [you] like to see visually (videos, performances, ensembles, hairstyles, etc)? (Sunday 2 July 2023; 19:35)

Good news (102,964) by Bobby A from United States The Rarities is still a hot CD and album at independent retailers. The vinyl was priced at $92 at Waterloo Records in Austin. There was only one copy left. MC could release The Rarities 2 and it probably would sell $500,000 copies easily because of the possibility of the caliber of tracks would be fan favorites more so than the ones on The Rarities. I just want to hear that Bobby Ross Avila track that didn't make Caution. Imagine if it they wrote Usher's GLU that night in the studio. (Tuesday 4 July 2023; 23:12) this is a reply to message 102,963

Good news (102,963) by MusicfanJ from Germany Queen of Tik Tok? Please not. Queen of music or of RnB suits better. I read that Tik Tok is banned in two states of the US, is that correct? Would anyone miss it? I don't need it for sure. I'm waiting for real music news while I'm enjoying her dance mixes. (Tuesday 4 July 2023; 16:42)

Good news (102,963) by MusicfanJ from Germany Queen of Tik Tok? Please not. Queen of music or of RnB suits better. I read that Tik Tok is banned in two states of the US, is that correct? Would anyone miss it? I don't need it for sure. I'm waiting for real music news while I'm enjoying her dance mixes. (Tuesday 4 July 2023; 16:42) this is a reply to message 102,962

Good news (102,962) by Mariahsbaby from usa Despite many desperate attempts to discredit Mariah, the numbers and her accolades keeps booming. I love it and I love Mariah so much. The undisputed queen of Tik Tok has another hit on her hands, it has over 300k videos and currently #3 on the Tik Tok charts. Mariah and her music will live one long after all of us are ten feet under the ground. (Tuesday 4 July 2023; 13:53)

Good news (102,962) by Mariahsbaby from usa Despite many desperate attempts to discredit Mariah, the numbers and her accolades keeps booming. I love it and I love Mariah so much. The undisputed queen of Tik Tok has another hit on her hands, it has over 300k videos and currently #3 on the Tik Tok charts. Mariah and her music will live one long after all of us are ten feet under the ground. (Tuesday 4 July 2023; 13:53)

MC's next era (102,961) by MusicfanJ from Germany Pop would be nice mixed with classic RnB. But my favourite would be Jazz of course. She could record some great jazz standards and create some new jazz songs. I love her rendition of "Lullaby of Birdland". That genre really suits her. For her look, I prefer classic and natural. But music should be first. I'm really "hungry" for something new. But please no Christmas, except two or three songs on the Rarities part two. (Tuesday 4 July 2023; 11:54) this is a reply to message 102,955

MC's next era (102,955) by TJ from Norway Hard Rock, alternative punk, Pop, and every other genre, except RnB. I am so tired of that sound. (Monday 3 July 2023; 08:57)

MC's next era (102,960) by Anonymous from USA I don't think so. Not her style, besides great R&B is her niche and unfortunately for you, her best work. I'm down for some good 90s R&B sounds like we know she can deliver. But I agree with others that her voice needs to be in better shape. (Tuesday 4 July 2023; 06:32) this is a reply to message 102,955

MC's next era (102,955) by TJ from Norway Hard Rock, alternative punk, Pop, and every other genre, except RnB. I am so tired of that sound. (Monday 3 July 2023; 08:57)

Pride (102,959) by Andrew from the UK Hi Steve, I had ended the post with a message to anyone reading in France which would have slightly elevated the tone but fear it was not included due to my having written it in French. So, in English: to all the people who may be reading in France I am thinking of you and hope you are staying safe. (Tuesday 4 July 2023; 01:03) this is a reply to message 102,957

Pride (102,957) by Steve from USA Tell us how you really feel Andrew. (Monday 3 July 2023; 19:01)

MC's next era (102,958) by Nick G from Germany Something to do with Christmas, of course. No label releases anything by Mariah without the words Christmas on it. (Monday 3 July 2023; 19:41) this is a reply to message 102,950

MC's next era (102,950) by Brandon from USA What would you guys like to see for MC's next era? What type of music do [you] want to hear? What would [you] like to see visually (videos, performances, ensembles, hairstyles, etc)? (Sunday 2 July 2023; 19:35)

Pride (102,957) by Steve from USA Tell us how you really feel Andrew. (Monday 3 July 2023; 19:01) this is a reply to message 102,952

Pride (102,952) by Andrew from the UK Encouraged by Randy to read recent posts and post something myself, I've thought about what to write, whether I cared to opine on something relevant or if I even cared anymore about people reading my opinions. I no longer Google Mariah, watch new performances nor read messageboards. I listen to Mariah on Spotify and look forward to Randy messaging me about 1997 every so often. But whilst the most holy and anointed month of alphabetti-spaghetti draws to a close I was encouraged to watch Mariah at LA Pride and see where I am at in relation to where Mariah is at. Suffice is to say: it's not for me. I am neither a preteen, a gay that claps my hands when I see something shiny nor a deluded sycophant flatly denying observable reality. This wasn't just offensive nonsense: it was badly executed offensive nonsense. And if the response to that is to explain that it's just 1) Mariah's personality and/or 2) a Pride show then the response is surely as offensive as the provocation. An inflatable unicorn? Drag queens? A bat-mobile? Groundbreaking. Unless you are either a preteen, a gay that claps their hands when they see something shiny or a deluded sycophant flatly denying observable reality, you must just think like the rest of the world that Mariah is now nothing more than a caricature of herself and she sees everyone else around her as a stereotype? There *are* gay peope who aren't "queens" as she is so fond of saying. Young gay people today are a world away from this. Missing lip-syncing cues? Failing to execute any decent live notes? Prancing around the stage half-cut? Mumbling and rambling on, anxiously? This is not performance worthy of a "living legend". It's Pride. It's gay people looking for A) powerful representation B) a party and C) messages of hope, love and solidarity. What do Mariah's audience get? Mariah slurring something about having an album called Rainbow? Or didn't she utter some nonsense about rainbows meaning different things to different people? I can't bring myself to go back and watch it. The whole thing looked like a drag queen doing a Mariah Carey act and I genuinely think a drag queen would have done a much better job if somehow they were convinced to take on the career-ending gig of a lifetime. Pills and liquor seem to help. I just finished watching Elton John's last ever UK performance which was as the closing headliner at the Glastonbury Festival last weekend. He's on another level - one that Mariah should be on. I danced in front of the television. I cried during Don't Let The Sun Go Down On Me as a tribute to the late George Michael on what would have been his 60th birthday. And I cried at the very last moments of the concert where "I think it's gonna be a long long time" from Rocketman was drawn into a haunting bittersweet note followed by him bowing out with the band. That's a show. That's musicianship. That's a living legend. Mariah's new era? Mariah in a Hall of Fame? Mariah making money outside of Christmas? Nobody's much caring. When Mariah Carey starts to give a shit about Mariah Carey's career then I will, too. Until then, I'm quite happy with Spotify and Randy's 1997 rants. Which usually indicate a splash or two. (Monday 3 July 2023; 03:11)

MC's next era (102,956) by Terna from Nigeria Gospel, original songs like she's done exceptionally well like with "Fly like a Bird", "My Saving Grace" and Even "Vision of Love". I want inspiration from her personal work with the Most High to be testified on record, the calling is there. But her voice needs to be in top shape for this. She's already done something with the Clark Sisters if I recall from the rumor mill. Mariah you can do it, we're rooting for you. (Monday 3 July 2023; 12:59) this is a reply to message 102,950

MC's next era (102,950) by Brandon from USA What would you guys like to see for MC's next era? What type of music do [you] want to hear? What would [you] like to see visually (videos, performances, ensembles, hairstyles, etc)? (Sunday 2 July 2023; 19:35)

MC's next era (102,955) by TJ from Norway Hard Rock, alternative punk, Pop, and every other genre, except RnB. I am so tired of that sound. (Monday 3 July 2023; 08:57) this is a reply to message 102,951

MC's next era (102,951) by Bobby A from United States I hope MC goes for a 90s R&B sound like JoJo, Kiana Lede, Coco Jones, and Mahalia are doing right now. (Sunday 2 July 2023; 21:03)

MC's next era (102,954) by Brandon from USA I agree. I would love a 90’s r&b sound from MC. (Monday 3 July 2023; 07:28) this is a reply to message 102,951

MC's next era (102,951) by Bobby A from United States I hope MC goes for a 90s R&B sound like JoJo, Kiana Lede, Coco Jones, and Mahalia are doing right now. (Sunday 2 July 2023; 21:03)

MC's next era (102,953) by Todd from Melbourne, Australia There's a song that's constantly on the radio (in Australia, at least), called Escapism, by Raye & 070 Shake. I love it, and every time I hear it I wish that it was Mariah singing it. Yes, somebody would have issue with her singing about some of the content, but whatever. (Monday 3 July 2023; 05:37) this is a reply to message 102,950

MC's next era (102,950) by Brandon from USA What would you guys like to see for MC's next era? What type of music do [you] want to hear? What would [you] like to see visually (videos, performances, ensembles, hairstyles, etc)? (Sunday 2 July 2023; 19:35)

Pride (102,952) by Andrew from the UK Encouraged by Randy to read recent posts and post something myself, I've thought about what to write, whether I cared to opine on something relevant or if I even cared anymore about people reading my opinions. I no longer Google Mariah, watch new performances nor read messageboards. I listen to Mariah on Spotify and look forward to Randy messaging me about 1997 every so often. But whilst the most holy and anointed month of alphabetti-spaghetti draws to a close I was encouraged to watch Mariah at LA Pride and see where I am at in relation to where Mariah is at. Suffice is to say: it's not for me. I am neither a preteen, a gay that claps my hands when I see something shiny nor a deluded sycophant flatly denying observable reality. This wasn't just offensive nonsense: it was badly executed offensive nonsense. And if the response to that is to explain that it's just 1) Mariah's personality and/or 2) a Pride show then the response is surely as offensive as the provocation. An inflatable unicorn? Drag queens? A bat-mobile? Groundbreaking. Unless you are either a preteen, a gay that claps their hands when they see something shiny or a deluded sycophant flatly denying observable reality, you must just think like the rest of the world that Mariah is now nothing more than a caricature of herself and she sees everyone else around her as a stereotype? There *are* gay peope who aren't "queens" as she is so fond of saying. Young gay people today are a world away from this. Missing lip-syncing cues? Failing to execute any decent live notes? Prancing around the stage half-cut? Mumbling and rambling on, anxiously? This is not performance worthy of a "living legend". It's Pride. It's gay people looking for A) powerful representation B) a party and C) messages of hope, love and solidarity. What do Mariah's audience get? Mariah slurring something about having an album called Rainbow? Or didn't she utter some nonsense about rainbows meaning different things to different people? I can't bring myself to go back and watch it. The whole thing looked like a drag queen doing a Mariah Carey act and I genuinely think a drag queen would have done a much better job if somehow they were convinced to take on the career-ending gig of a lifetime. Pills and liquor seem to help. I just finished watching Elton John's last ever UK performance which was as the closing headliner at the Glastonbury Festival last weekend. He's on another level - one that Mariah should be on. I danced in front of the television. I cried during Don't Let The Sun Go Down On Me as a tribute to the late George Michael on what would have been his 60th birthday. And I cried at the very last moments of the concert where "I think it's gonna be a long long time" from Rocketman was drawn into a haunting bittersweet note followed by him bowing out with the band. That's a show. That's musicianship. That's a living legend. Mariah's new era? Mariah in a Hall of Fame? Mariah making money outside of Christmas? Nobody's much caring. When Mariah Carey starts to give a shit about Mariah Carey's career then I will, too. Until then, I'm quite happy with Spotify and Randy's 1997 rants. Which usually indicate a splash or two. (Monday 3 July 2023; 03:11)

MC's next era (102,951) by Bobby A from United States I hope MC goes for a 90s R&B sound like JoJo, Kiana Lede, Coco Jones, and Mahalia are doing right now. (Sunday 2 July 2023; 21:03) this is a reply to message 102,950

MC's next era (102,950) by Brandon from USA What would you guys like to see for MC's next era? What type of music do [you] want to hear? What would [you] like to see visually (videos, performances, ensembles, hairstyles, etc)? (Sunday 2 July 2023; 19:35)

MC's next era (102,950) by Brandon from USA What would you guys like to see for MC's next era? What type of music do [you] want to hear? What would [you] like to see visually (videos, performances, ensembles, hairstyles, etc)? (Sunday 2 July 2023; 19:35)

The greatest songwriter (102,949) by Rashidi Rahim Rick from Malaysia Apart from writing songs for Allure, Mariah also contributed to the songwriting of the song Don’t Go Lookin For Love for the group Blaque in their 1999 album. How I wish Mariah kept that song for her Rainbow album. The song fit nicely between songs from that Rainbow album. (Sunday 2 July 2023; 05:35) this is a reply to message 102,948

The greatest songwriter (102,948) by Bobby A from United States We all were impressed with her songwriting skills with Head Over Heals and Last Chance for Allure. I thought back then she going to be writing for other artists like Babyface was doing while he still had a solo career. Maybe she will still write for other artists with the right record deal. (Saturday 1 July 2023; 21:31)

The greatest songwriter (102,948) by Bobby A from United States We all were impressed with her songwriting skills with Head Over Heals and Last Chance for Allure. I thought back then she going to be writing for other artists like Babyface was doing while he still had a solo career. Maybe she will still write for other artists with the right record deal. (Saturday 1 July 2023; 21:31) this is a reply to message 102,947

The greatest songwriter (102,947) by Sasha from Nomansland Absolutely, she could have build an empire only writing and producing for others. Her image and career would be probably at a different place right now. Too bad. (Friday 30 June 2023; 16:53)

The greatest songwriter (102,947) by Sasha from Nomansland Absolutely, she could have build an empire only writing and producing for others. Her image and career would be probably at a different place right now. Too bad. (Friday 30 June 2023; 16:53) this is a reply to message 102,943

The greatest songwriter (102,943) by Edward from USA Had Mariah written more frequently for other artists, she would've definitely gotten the public recognition she deserves as a songwriter. When the voice started failing about two decades ago, she should've taken advatage of her pen-game to write and produce for others, but that was never the case. (Thursday 29 June 2023; 22:53)

Mariah's a songwriter? (102,946) by Edward from USA Don't panic or hurt yourself. Randy suffers from a disease called sarcasm. He was diagnosed with it a long time ago, but sometimes he doesn't take his meds. (Friday 30 June 2023; 16:29) this is a reply to message 102,944

Mariah's a songwriter? (102,944) by Steven Berning from USA What is wrong with you? (Friday 30 June 2023; 08:08)

The greatest songwriter (102,945) by MusicfanJ from Germany "It's a 'too good to be true' moment." Absolutely. It's too much to handle for most of the people. Her voice, her look, the charisma. People think a songwriter is a "normal looking" person with a guitar. But not a diva. Anyway at least we fans and music insiders know her other talents beside the most beautiful voice ever. (Friday 30 June 2023; 12:16) this is a reply to message 102,941

The greatest songwriter (102,941) by Carlos from Brazil I think the "problem" with Mariah as a songwriter in terms of being reconigzed is that her voice is so powerfull/beautiful and it's just so "in your face" that people can't manage to look more deeply into her. It's like it's impossible for people to understand that behind the talented superhuman vocals there is also a formidable songwriter/producer and the fact that she is super pretty doesn't help either. It's a "too good to be true" moment. (Thursday 29 June 2023; 12:52)

Mariah's a songwriter? (102,944) by Steven Berning from USA What is wrong with you? (Friday 30 June 2023; 08:08) this is a reply to message 102,927

Mariah's a songwriter? (102,927) by Randy from USA I had no idea. I just thought she stood on stage in a black gown and sang Hero one dimensionally. I thought because she's a terrible piano player and doesn't play guitar that there was no way she could write songs. I've seen every interview she's ever done and she's never mentioned it. I was under the impression that MC and Mimi wrote most of her songs. I thought Casio wrote All I Want For Christmas is You. I thought Gloria Estefan wrote Hero. I thought Eminem wrote Clown. I thought those scribbling noises on Faded were mice scurrying across the floor. I thought she was just drawing stick figures in her journal during the Can't Take That Away video. I thought that section of her writing Never Too Far in Glitter was just acting part of the script. My Butterfly can now fly over the Rainbow abandonedly. I agree Kelly, Mariah is not recognized as a songwriter. (Friday 23 June 2023; 21:24)

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