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Tribute and more (113,141) by Stacey from USA Exactly. Also, most celebrities are a bunch of hypocrites. They support climate change, yet fly around in their big jets. Meanwhile their loud voices affect policy that can affect my bottom line. Celebrities support gun control, yet you'll never see them walk around without armed security. It's why I see celebrities as tone deaf. They walk around in their bubble, not aware of how the rest of us live. Ricky Gervais called them out years ago and I'm so glad he did. There is a reason why no one watches award shows anymore. Anyway, back to MC, lol. (Tuesday 3 February 2026; 16:02) this is a reply to message 113,140

Tribute and more (113,140) by Anonymous from United States My irritation with celebrities making these statements is not necessarily about the lecturing. I find that they are often motivated by self-promotion and/or being perceived as a "good person", not by an actual concern for the issue at hand. In my experience, celebrities are often quite misinformed on these topics and lack an appreciation for the complexity of the world we live in. They simply scour social media and align themselves with the direction of the Twitter winds. The algorithm rewards those who are the loudest or most visible, regardless of whether or not their perspective has any sort of intellectual rigor. I don't need Kehlani or Bad Bunny or Billie Eilish to tell me how to think about geopolitics - I have a subscription to the New York Times and The Economist, a college education, a mind of my own, and am perfectly capable of forming my own opinions about complex issues. (Tuesday 3 February 2026; 15:40)

Tribute and more (113,140) by Anonymous from United States My irritation with celebrities making these statements is not necessarily about the lecturing. I find that they are often motivated by self-promotion and/or being perceived as a "good person", not by an actual concern for the issue at hand. In my experience, celebrities are often quite misinformed on these topics and lack an appreciation for the complexity of the world we live in. They simply scour social media and align themselves with the direction of the Twitter winds. The algorithm rewards those who are the loudest or most visible, regardless of whether or not their perspective has any sort of intellectual rigor. I don't need Kehlani or Bad Bunny or Billie Eilish to tell me how to think about geopolitics - I have a subscription to the New York Times and The Economist, a college education, a mind of my own, and am perfectly capable of forming my own opinions about complex issues. (Tuesday 3 February 2026; 15:40) this is a reply to message 113,138

Tribute and more (113,138) by Mariahsbaby from usa Like many, I was so mad over those tributes, but after seeing how much fun Mariah had, she was literally singing along to every performance and basically broke down a few seconds at the end of her speech. I know in my heart, Mariah knows she is so well loved and respected by her peers and fellow artists. That makes me so happy. Now lets talk Grammys, I find it comical how it's only "certain people" who get offended by artists speaking out on issues affecting real people. It's so easy to demand just "entertainment" when you privileged enough to be untouched by the consequences. Also very funny how people only care about "celebrities lecturing" when the message doesn't serve them. Humans have used art to speak out against power since forever and will continue to do that. Also very comical and hypocritical of Ricky to try and lecture others. Anyways I hope everyone turns in for Super Bowl Halftime just to send another lecturing moment into the world. Let me go and watch the best national anthem aka by Mariah Carey. (Tuesday 3 February 2026; 02:36)

MusicCares (113,139) by Zachariah from Croatia That is the problem, there are no bigger singers that have a respectful status to give a tribute to her. There isn't that wow effect when you see a star on a stage like back in 90's, when social media were not existent. Now, you can see them everywhere - on Twitter, Tik Tok, Insta, whatever. They are accessible. They should never do a Mariah tribute again because except of Kesha's performance, I didn't enjoy others. I think Mariah liked her interpretation of the song and the fact she knew what she went through, she was pleased. Others - it was fail for me. (Tuesday 3 February 2026; 13:09) this is a reply to message 113,130

MusicCares (113,130) by Giovanni from USA I'm sorry but I was not impressed with that tribute. It was all a big disappointment and a slap in the face to Mariah she deserved better. Where was Kelly Clarkson, Ariana, Bruno Mars, Yolanda Adams, Usher, Beyonce even Patti Labelle? I did surprisingly enjoy Kesha and Charlie Puth's performance. Billy Porter was awful and I don't think ABMB was appropriate for him. He was also giving me Whitney Houston in drag with that hair. If you're give a tribute to a legend like Mariah get some better singers. (Monday 2 February 2026; 08:47)

Tribute and more (113,138) by Mariahsbaby from usa Like many, I was so mad over those tributes, but after seeing how much fun Mariah had, she was literally singing along to every performance and basically broke down a few seconds at the end of her speech. I know in my heart, Mariah knows she is so well loved and respected by her peers and fellow artists. That makes me so happy. Now lets talk Grammys, I find it comical how it's only "certain people" who get offended by artists speaking out on issues affecting real people. It's so easy to demand just "entertainment" when you privileged enough to be untouched by the consequences. Also very funny how people only care about "celebrities lecturing" when the message doesn't serve them. Humans have used art to speak out against power since forever and will continue to do that. Also very comical and hypocritical of Ricky to try and lecture others. Anyways I hope everyone turns in for Super Bowl Halftime just to send another lecturing moment into the world. Let me go and watch the best national anthem aka by Mariah Carey. (Tuesday 3 February 2026; 02:36)

Stevie Wonder Tribute 1999 / unseen footage (113,137) by Xavier mariohmix from Spain Wow. This sounds awesome. By the way, first time I've heard about it. So she did the same song as in 2002. (Tuesday 3 February 2026; 00:52) this is a reply to message 113,117

Stevie Wonder Tribute 1999 / unseen footage (113,117) by Billy from Greece Did you guys catch this? I'm gagging. I want to watch that so badly. I had only seen a picture of her on the piano all these years. (Sunday 1 February 2026; 08:00)

Grammys (113,136) by Bobby A from United States I fell asleep after Bruno Mars' performance. ABC will televise the Grammys in 2027. The network just might make the Grammys enjoyable to watch again. I am sure Ryan Seacrest or two country artists will host in 2027. (Tuesday 3 February 2026; 00:14) this is a reply to message 113,133

Grammys (113,133) by Anonymous from United States I think it's okay to make political statements, though I wish more celebrities would just keep those to themselves. Too many blindly follow whatever celebrities say/do, and I wish people would think for themselves rather than allowing Bad Bunny, Billie Eilish, etc. do the thinking for them. My issue is handing out awards to artists (or nominating) to make a statement rather giving awards on the basis of the merits of the artist or the work itself. It erodes the credibility of the award. (Monday 2 February 2026; 16:37)

Mimi L. (113,135) by Mimi L. from Empower Your Highlighter You're too sweet and I miss being more active but these tributes had me coming out of hibernation haha. And Mariah is a bigger person than I am because I would walk out. Get Ariana or Beyoncé to pay tribute to the queen. I think the last decent tribute was Kelly Rowland. (Monday 2 February 2026; 17:34) this is a reply to message 113,129

Mimi L. (113,129) by Giovanni from USA I've missed you so much and your post had me dying. I agree with you 100%, most of those performances were all a hot mess especially Billy Porter. (Monday 2 February 2026; 08:31)

Grammys (113,134) by Stacey from USA Same. I grow tired of celebrities preaching to us lowly peasants. I absolutely loved when Ricky Gervais went off on Hollywood during the Golden Globes. He said, "If you do win an award tonight, don’t use it as a platform to make a political speech," Gervais said at the time. "You’re in no position to lecture the public about anything. You know nothing about the real world. Most of you spent less time in school than Greta Thunberg." He posted again last night, "They still aren't listening." Anyway, I thought most of the MC tributes were cringe. Charlie Puth did ok. The saving grace was the tributes to SUD. Still crazy to believe that came out of Mariah's mind. All these performances just proved as you guys have said too, that MC's music, her talent are unmatched by anyone. (Monday 2 February 2026; 17:23) this is a reply to message 113,133

Grammys (113,133) by Anonymous from United States I think it's okay to make political statements, though I wish more celebrities would just keep those to themselves. Too many blindly follow whatever celebrities say/do, and I wish people would think for themselves rather than allowing Bad Bunny, Billie Eilish, etc. do the thinking for them. My issue is handing out awards to artists (or nominating) to make a statement rather giving awards on the basis of the merits of the artist or the work itself. It erodes the credibility of the award. (Monday 2 February 2026; 16:37)

Grammys (113,133) by Anonymous from United States I think it's okay to make political statements, though I wish more celebrities would just keep those to themselves. Too many blindly follow whatever celebrities say/do, and I wish people would think for themselves rather than allowing Bad Bunny, Billie Eilish, etc. do the thinking for them. My issue is handing out awards to artists (or nominating) to make a statement rather giving awards on the basis of the merits of the artist or the work itself. It erodes the credibility of the award. (Monday 2 February 2026; 16:37) this is a reply to message 113,131

Grammys (113,131) by Giovanni from USA It's been a while since I've paid attention to the Grammys and boy did I make a mistake tuning in. It was probably the worst Grammy awards ever. It got way too political and the performances were awful. Bad Bunny winning album of the year was the shocker of the night for me. I really thought Gaga was going to take it. And Trevor Noah my guy you have no talent. (Monday 2 February 2026; 08:58)

Grammys (113,132) by MusicfanJ from Germany Yup. It [doesn't] get better anymore. Except for Lady Gaga I don't even know all the people there. Lol. I've ever heard of this "Bunny man". But I believe next year it will be even worse. The same with so many award ceremonies. They used to be good, but it's a long time ago. The last 10 years it only went down. More circus and political correctness indeed. In the 80ies and 90ies there was only a bit circus, a lot of entertaining but also artists that were real artists. The best from the best in every genre. Those were the days. (Monday 2 February 2026; 16:18) this is a reply to message 113,131

Grammys (113,131) by Giovanni from USA It's been a while since I've paid attention to the Grammys and boy did I make a mistake tuning in. It was probably the worst Grammy awards ever. It got way too political and the performances were awful. Bad Bunny winning album of the year was the shocker of the night for me. I really thought Gaga was going to take it. And Trevor Noah my guy you have no talent. (Monday 2 February 2026; 08:58)

Grammys (113,131) by Giovanni from USA It's been a while since I've paid attention to the Grammys and boy did I make a mistake tuning in. It was probably the worst Grammy awards ever. It got way too political and the performances were awful. Bad Bunny winning album of the year was the shocker of the night for me. I really thought Gaga was going to take it. And Trevor Noah my guy you have no talent. (Monday 2 February 2026; 08:58)

MusicCares (113,130) by Giovanni from USA I'm sorry but I was not impressed with that tribute. It was all a big disappointment and a slap in the face to Mariah she deserved better. Where was Kelly Clarkson, Ariana, Bruno Mars, Yolanda Adams, Usher, Beyonce even Patti Labelle? I did surprisingly enjoy Kesha and Charlie Puth's performance. Billy Porter was awful and I don't think ABMB was appropriate for him. He was also giving me Whitney Houston in drag with that hair. If you're give a tribute to a legend like Mariah get some better singers. (Monday 2 February 2026; 08:47)

Mimi L. (113,129) by Giovanni from USA I've missed you so much and your post had me dying. I agree with you 100%, most of those performances were all a hot mess especially Billy Porter. (Monday 2 February 2026; 08:31)

Only Mariah (113,128) by Lainsky from Philippines It's true. No one can touch her vocals, her songs, the way she did it. Only Mariah. (Monday 2 February 2026; 05:28) this is a reply to message 113,124

Only Mariah (113,124) by Jamie from UK I think all these tributes just highlight how good Mariah actually is. No one can touch her vocals. (Sunday 1 February 2026; 21:16)

MusicCares performances (113,127) by Lainsky from Philippines I couldn't agree more. Charlie Puth, I believe, has the best tribute. Everyone else is meh. (Monday 2 February 2026; 05:27) this is a reply to message 113,122

MusicCares performances (113,122) by MusicfanJ from Germany I find it funny. They tried so hard, but yes more like a better karaoke. But hey, it's Mariah. Her own songs will never sound good by others. I couldn't listen to the [My all] cover. What was that? Lol. The grunge part was cool. Charlie Puth wasn't so bad. Nice try. Kesha was really funny. Hmm I hope Mariah enjoyed though. Her speech was fantastic and sweet. (Sunday 1 February 2026; 20:42)

MusicCares performances (113,126) by Shezz from Pk I enjoyed some of the performances. Specially Taylor Momsen and Foo Fighters doing the SUD songs. I believe Mariah was most excited about those performances because that is her work that she has been wanting everyone to hear for a while (and because they were the least heard songs they did not come off karaoke at all and fit their styles well). Mariah mentioned a couple of years ago that she was working with a young singer to revive her SUD songs, it could have been Taylor Momsen. She has the Where Are You Christmas connection as well with her and she redid that in her punk style last year. I loved Kesha's efforts and her Instagram post and videos with Mariah you can tell that she does have a genuine appreciation for her. Charlie Puth was really good but yes there were certainly Mariah originals he could have done well and Teddy Swims was good but a cop out. He could have reimagined an original like David Cook did at American Idol. JHud - extra as usual but she's a hardcore lamb so she gets a pass. Maggie Rogers and Laufey's were alright. Adam Lambert was Adam Lamberting. I liked it. The only one that abysmal was of course Billy Porter. I think Mariah enjoyed being celebrated. She looked great. Deluxe now please soon. (Monday 2 February 2026; 03:49) this is a reply to message 113,120

MusicCares performances (113,120) by Edward from USA Mariah has said she doesn't like people covering her songs, but a tribute is a different thing altogether. They weren't "covering" her music, they were celebrating her legacy by performing it, something she herself has done many times. Probably she didn't like the tribute. (Sunday 1 February 2026; 17:48)

MusiCare tribute (113,125) by Lara from Middle East I loved Kesha's performance, she managed to perform the song without trashing it and yet not copying MC. Charlie Puth is next , I just wish he used an original song of hers. John Legend's rendition of [Hero] was ok. Laufey was ok, that twist on the song is interesting but doesn't fit the kid of the song and also her voice was barely audible. Now that guy who sang ABMB should be banned from singing. Even bad karaoke singers could've done a better job. He sounded like a low imitation Prince and Jennifer Hudson, she came prepared even learning how to whistle with her lips, but girl you should've learned by now that less is more. No need for that much power on [My all]. Anyway I'm glad MC got a tribute but those performances could've been picked up better. Also I don't know but it seems they included her grunge music to test waters. (Sunday 1 February 2026; 23:30)

Only Mariah (113,124) by Jamie from UK I think all these tributes just highlight how good Mariah actually is. No one can touch her vocals. (Sunday 1 February 2026; 21:16)

MusicCares performances (113,123) by MusicfanJ from Germany The "neutral expression" was funny. I thought the same. I hope her music ears don't hurt from the noise. But I do believe they all did their best. A Mariah tribute is the hardest thing to do. (Sunday 1 February 2026; 20:48) this is a reply to message 113,116

MusicCares performances (113,116) by Lainsky from Philippines I couldn't agree more. The performance was such a mess (I think) that I could barely recognize the song. Mariah, who was caught on camera, appeared to be disapproving but maintained a neutral expression out of respect. Did she ever mention in an interview before that she doesn't like other artists singing her songs? I'm curious how she has dealt with that situation. (Sunday 1 February 2026; 04:10)

MusicCares performances (113,122) by MusicfanJ from Germany I find it funny. They tried so hard, but yes more like a better karaoke. But hey, it's Mariah. Her own songs will never sound good by others. I couldn't listen to the [My all] cover. What was that? Lol. The grunge part was cool. Charlie Puth wasn't so bad. Nice try. Kesha was really funny. Hmm I hope Mariah enjoyed though. Her speech was fantastic and sweet. (Sunday 1 February 2026; 20:42) this is a reply to message 113,118

MusicCares performances (113,118) by Mimi L. from Empower Your Highlighter Eekkk I saw some snippets and what is this mess? Why do they always hire the wrong people to do Mariah tributes? It all sounded like they came for a Mariah karaoke night. Poor Mariah was fighting for her life not to leave haha. Also I was excited for a Charlie Puth rendition, why did he choose ISB? Of all the incredible songs Mariah has written herself he chose a song that not only wasn't an important part of her career but more importantly it wasn't written by her. I honestly feel bad that a musical titan like Mariah always ends up with these messy tributes. (Sunday 1 February 2026; 14:50)

MusicCares performances (113,121) by Bobby A from United States After watching a lot of the performances again, I am so disappointed. I need to stop watching videos on my X feed after midnight. Lol. Now I see why a Mariah Carey song is so hard to sing. MC is a freaking musical genius. (Sunday 1 February 2026; 19:34) this is a reply to message 113,107

MusicCares performances (113,107) by Bobby A from United States I thought every artist did a spectactular rendition of MC's songs. The only rendition that I did not particularly like was Maggie Rogers' soulful version of Honey. She made Honey too soulful for me. She stripped the melody down way too much that I could not understand what she saying. I give her performance a 4 out of 10. (Saturday 31 January 2026; 10:14)

MusicCares performances (113,120) by Edward from USA Mariah has said she doesn't like people covering her songs, but a tribute is a different thing altogether. They weren't "covering" her music, they were celebrating her legacy by performing it, something she herself has done many times. Probably she didn't like the tribute. (Sunday 1 February 2026; 17:48) this is a reply to message 113,116

MusicCares performances (113,116) by Lainsky from Philippines I couldn't agree more. The performance was such a mess (I think) that I could barely recognize the song. Mariah, who was caught on camera, appeared to be disapproving but maintained a neutral expression out of respect. Did she ever mention in an interview before that she doesn't like other artists singing her songs? I'm curious how she has dealt with that situation. (Sunday 1 February 2026; 04:10)

MusicCares performances (113,119) by Anonymous from United States I thought Adam Lambert's rendition of "Can't Let Go", John Legend's rendition of "Hero", and Taylor Momsen/Foo Fighters on "Hermit" and "Love is a Scam" were the standouts. I appreciate Jennifer Hudson's enthusiasm, but she is way too extra when she does Mariah songs. She's a "good singer" but could use more restraint in her approach to singing. I also wish the organizers had chosen additional Mariah originals rather than having people perform "I Still Believe" and "Without You". Hearing the live renditions of Chick songs makes me anxious to have a full release of "Someone's Ugly Daughter" with Mariah's original vocals. There were articles in The Sun and Daily Mail (rather dubious sources) reporting that it will be released/re-released later this year. Having the songs appear in the tribute signals that this is a strong possibility. (Sunday 1 February 2026; 15:24) this is a reply to message 113,107

MusicCares performances (113,107) by Bobby A from United States I thought every artist did a spectactular rendition of MC's songs. The only rendition that I did not particularly like was Maggie Rogers' soulful version of Honey. She made Honey too soulful for me. She stripped the melody down way too much that I could not understand what she saying. I give her performance a 4 out of 10. (Saturday 31 January 2026; 10:14)

MusicCares performances (113,118) by Mimi L. from Empower Your Highlighter Eekkk I saw some snippets and what is this mess? Why do they always hire the wrong people to do Mariah tributes? It all sounded like they came for a Mariah karaoke night. Poor Mariah was fighting for her life not to leave haha. Also I was excited for a Charlie Puth rendition, why did he choose ISB? Of all the incredible songs Mariah has written herself he chose a song that not only wasn't an important part of her career but more importantly it wasn't written by her. I honestly feel bad that a musical titan like Mariah always ends up with these messy tributes. (Sunday 1 February 2026; 14:50) this is a reply to message 113,116

MusicCares performances (113,116) by Lainsky from Philippines I couldn't agree more. The performance was such a mess (I think) that I could barely recognize the song. Mariah, who was caught on camera, appeared to be disapproving but maintained a neutral expression out of respect. Did she ever mention in an interview before that she doesn't like other artists singing her songs? I'm curious how she has dealt with that situation. (Sunday 1 February 2026; 04:10)

Stevie Wonder Tribute 1999 / unseen footage (113,117) by Billy from Greece Did you guys catch this? I'm gagging. I want to watch that so badly. I had only seen a picture of her on the piano all these years. (Sunday 1 February 2026; 08:00)

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