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About Bobby A from United States: I have been a Lamb since 1990. I know Mariah. I love her music. I breathe her music.

Disc two (103,317) by Bobby A from United States Go check out MC's Twitter page. She just released the tracklisting for disc 2. There is another new song called Workin Hard along with an extended version of All I Live For and an IBTAY remix. Disc 2 is 15 tracks. This MB 30th is better than The Rarities. (Wednesday 6 September 2023; 23:11)

My Prayer - The Platters (103,313) by Bobby A from United States Great post Pedro. My Prayer was a #1 hit on Billboard Top 100 and R&B charts in 1956. Glenn Miller and The Ink Spots covered it too. I did some investigated work myself and found one fan on PulseMariah said that it makes sense that My Prayer has not been registered in MC's name since she is not the writer for My Prayer. And it makes sense for 2.50 song length. It is very typical for songs in the 50s and 60s to be less than 3 minutes. I am really excited now. (Tuesday 5 September 2023; 01:17) this is a reply to message 103,310

My Prayer - The Platters (103,310) by Pedro from Brazil Some fans are speculating that Mariah's "My Prayer" is actually a cover of a song of the same name by the group "The Platters", because in the promotional video, Mariah's track lasts 2:50, which is similar to this one. What do you think, guys? (Tuesday 5 September 2023; 00:18)

Re-recording Music Box 30 (103,309) by Bobby A from United States My father couldn't understand why I wanted to watch the Golden Girls as teenager. He found out why when I was 20. Lol. (Tuesday 5 September 2023; 00:07) this is a reply to message 103,305

Re-recording Music Box 30 (103,305) by Edward from USA Blanche was something else. The ladies are iconic. May they all rest in peace. (Monday 4 September 2023; 22:56)

Music Box vs. My Prayer (103,308) by Bobby A from United States This theory makes better sense than mine. Does iTunes and Amazon update their websites with the tracklisting for upcoming Friday releases every Tuesday? (Tuesday 5 September 2023; 00:04) this is a reply to message 103,304

Music Box vs. My Prayer (103,304) by Bill from the UK I like this theory. (Monday 4 September 2023; 19:13)

Music Box 30th anniversary revealed (103,307) by Bobby A from United States I am wondering the same too. She didn't do a 30th anniversary for Mariah Carey or Emotions. Music Box must be really dear to MC. Daydream's 30th anniversary will probably be huge with the release of her version of Somebody's Ugly Daughter. (Tuesday 5 September 2023; 00:00) this is a reply to message 103,302

Music Box 30th anniversary revealed (103,302) by BFF from United States I'm so glad we are getting a high quality version of the Extended/Uncut Version of "Anytime You Need a Friend". This is my absolute favorite song on the album. I wonder which of Mariah's other albums will get an "anniversary" re-release. I would like to see that happen for "Daydream" and "Glitter". (Monday 4 September 2023; 14:43)

Music Box vs. My Prayer (103,294) by Bobby A from United States I have always wondered if Music Box started out as as a gospel song but evolved into what we have today. Listening to Music Box, MC makes you think she is talking to God in one verse and in another verse is to talking her lover. The use of the word "thee" makes me think Music Box was a gospel song before MC changed the lyrics to make it more secular with the use of the words "sweet", "tenderly", and "baby". Therefore, I am wondering did My Prayer evolve out of Music Box to become the gospel song MC wanted. I think that it is safe to assume that My Prayer is a gospel song. I hope The Price sisters and Melonie Daniels took it to church. (Sunday 3 September 2023; 16:59)

Music Box 30th anniversary revealed (103,293) by Bobby A from United States That's what I thought too, Bill. K2 technology is just a waste of money. I have always thought that from 1990-1997 MC's recordings had the best sound. Sony was a powerhouse back then in every aspect of the music industry. I will save my money for the 8th. (Sunday 3 September 2023; 16:27) this is a reply to message 103,291

Music Box 30th anniversary revealed (103,291) by Bill from the UK I don't have that version my friend, but that's because it's a lot of snake oil. It won't sound any better than the CD. CD audio (16bit/44.1khz) is better than the top range of human hearing (but a substantial margin), so much like the gold "hi-res" stamp you see, it's marketing with no discernable difference. The fact the K2 CDs play on a regular CD player, which cannot encode any better than the Redbook standard, is testament to that. The only true difference can be heard on the SACD/HDCD format, which you need to play on special decoders/systems. You will hear nuances in the music and perhaps elements deeper in the mix brought to life a bit more. To my knowledge only #1's and Divas Live has been released on that format from Mariah's catalogue. Any difference you hear on the K2 version will likely be down to the mastering, and in most cases it's "louder" only. So, put in your regular Music Box CD and turn up the volume dial and you'll have the same outcome. We are fortunate Mariah recorded her albums in top quality Sony studios (up until Rainbow), the CDs all sound fantastic and are the absolute best they can be. (Sunday 3 September 2023; 10:58)

Music Box 30th anniversary revealed (103,290) by Bobby A from United States What do we know about Dolby Atmos technology that was used for mastering the 30th anniversary edition? Also, I just found out Music Box was released on a K2 HD mastering technology CD in 2011. Bill, do you have the K2 CD? (Saturday 2 September 2023; 15:36) this is a reply to message 103,288

Music Box 30th anniversary revealed (103,288) by Bill from the UK Me too. I just keep praying I don't die before Friday so I get to experience it. (Saturday 2 September 2023; 14:00)

Music Box 30th anniversary revealed (103,286) by Bobby A from United States September 8th is the day at midnight on MC's website. The expanded digital package will be made immediately available on digital platforms while the physical items will have ship dates assigned to them. Hopefully, the 3 CD set is ready now to be shipped from a warehouse. The 4 LP will be assigned a November or December ship date. I hope the 4 LP vinyl set receives the same packaging as The Rarities. (Saturday 2 September 2023; 13:30) this is a reply to message 103,284

Music Box 30th anniversary revealed (103,284) by Jamie from UK Do we know how we will be able to purchase this yet? And will it also be available on digital download? (Saturday 2 September 2023; 09:38)

Music Box 30th anniversary revealed (103,279) by Bobby A from United States This will be the one time the Lambs will make MC's website crash. Lol. We might want to have 2-3 devices active at the same time. Be ready for 9.8.23 at 11:59pm. (Friday 1 September 2023; 21:31) this is a reply to message 103,278

Music Box 30th anniversary revealed (103,278) by Bill from the UK The 3CD edition is encouraging, as that indicates 1 disc for the album, another for the Thanksgiving audio, and the other for the bonus tracks. I'd imagine it'd include the three tracks from The Rarities, plus the four she's shown on her social media accounts. That leaves plenty of room for other surprises which I am pumped about. Also, the clip on Instagram had footage from the Music Box tour. Could it be, finally, we receive this gem? That is "my prayer". (Friday 1 September 2023; 15:00)

Music Box 30th anniversary revealed (103,269) by Bobby A from United States Yes, this is the refresh we needed to hear today. I am celebrating the MB 30th release by listening to her two best compliations: #1 To Xfinity and The Rarities. (Thursday 31 August 2023; 21:45) this is a reply to message 103,268

Music Box 30th anniversary revealed (103,268) by Stacey from USA This was my first album I ever bought. Hero was the first song I ever heard. Yes it's schmaltzy but who cares. This album has its place in history. The remixes alone are trendsetting. Happy Anniversary Music Box. (Thursday 31 August 2023; 20:57)

Music Box 30th anniversary revealed (103,266) by Bobby A from United States It will be out on 9/8. Here's what will be included on the 4LP 3CD cassette anniversary edition: Expanded edition with bonus tracks 1. My Prayer - new track from the recording sessions 2. Hero - 2009 Version 3. AYNAF - Extended Version 4. Music Box - Acapella... Oooh wee. I need to hear this version. 5. Dream Lover - Live at the Top of Pops *Live at Proctor's Theatre 1. new remastered audio *Behind the Scenes of Dream Lover video - Mini Documentary *Dream Lover video 4k *MC Then and Now featurette *And many more bonus features (Thursday 31 August 2023; 16:45)

Where is she? (103,263) by Bobby A from United States My heart feels for my girl MC. It must be an awful feeling for someone who has lost his or her gift and not be able do what he or she loves doing? 1995 Mariah would have been in the studio until 6am this morning finishing her album to be released in October. I hope that she can get her gift back. (Wednesday 30 August 2023; 22:00) this is a reply to message 103,259

Where is she? (103,259) by Zachariah from Croatia Guys, where is she? What is happening? No news, no nothing. (Wednesday 30 August 2023; 12:08)

New era? (103,247) by Bobby A from United States Is this the new era that no one expected? An era where we get new items dropped in MC's store quarterly and occasional video posts on Twitter. I believe this is the new norm. Therefore, I am disappointed with the release of the new Honey 2 LP. The gold colored vinyl is not worth buying. I don't purchase color vinyl because it does not produce brillant stereophonic sound like black vinyl. This is where we are from the start in 1990 to 2023. It is really disappointing that MC hasn't addressed anything. Did Elton John or Janet Jackson experience a career slow down like this without some type of announcement? I would like to know. (Saturday 26 August 2023; 03:52)

Great topics this week (103,245) by Bobby A from United States Edward, it's the British accent that is intriguing to me. Lol. (Wednesday 23 August 2023; 19:56) this is a reply to message 103,244

Great topics this week (103,244) by Edward from USA Robert-Anthony, make up your mind about all these British men. Remember that Gluttony is one of the seven deadly sins. (Wednesday 23 August 2023; 07:42)

Great topics this week (103,243) by Bobby A from United States I am Andrew. Lol. I love your new profile pic. I thought you had forgotten about me. (Tuesday 22 August 2023; 22:59) this is a reply to message 103,242

Great topics this week (103,242) by Andrew from the UK You're visiting the UK at Christmas? Hold up: are you a big fat jolly fella with a big beard and a massive sack? (Tuesday 22 August 2023; 22:22)

New song? (103,232) by Bobby A from United States Lol. I got all excited today at the library. I totally ignored those Pepsi ring tones when they came out. Shout out to Chante Moore for taking up for MC. She is the real deal. She can execute her whistle notes as well. She recently married former BET executive Stephen Hill who helped MC find new management after Crustella. What if Mimi married Stephen Hill? Chante got her man. Lol. By way Mariah Trends on Twitter posted a video today of MC holding baby Philip with Rocky. Who is baby Philip? (Monday 21 August 2023; 01:37) this is a reply to message 103,231

New song? (103,231) by Edward from USA It's called "All to Myself". It's one of the Pepsi ringtones she made back when she got emancipated and changed her name to Mimi. (Monday 21 August 2023; 00:49)

New song? (103,230) by Bobby A from United States What is the name of the song at the beginning of this video? I have never heard this song before. (Sunday 20 August 2023; 20:58)

Great topics this week (103,226) by Bobby A from United States This has been a good week with great topics. From rumors of MC's impending return to A.I. to reminiscing about the Price sisters and Melonie Daniels to the impact of discounted singles to flirting with a favorite board member to my failed The Rarities 2 Twiiter campaign, the topics brought us all together. I may have to visit the U.K. this Christmas though. (Saturday 19 August 2023; 23:53)

The Price Sisters and Melonie - underrated gems (103,220) by Bobby A from United States Jamie, I like your new profile picture. (Saturday 19 August 2023; 12:52) this is a reply to message 103,218

The Price Sisters and Melonie - underrated gems (103,218) by Jamie from UK Yeah I get that when you've had the album as a whole from the start, anything else wouldn't feel part of it. To me it wouldn't feel Music Box without it as that's how we heard it over here. I remember thinking at the time why's it a bonus track it's that good. (Saturday 19 August 2023; 09:22)

The Price Sisters and Melonie - underrated gems (103,216) by Bobby A from United States I just wonder if there are 2-3 more songs recorded for Music Box that are in the vault. (Saturday 19 August 2023; 05:04) this is a reply to message 103,214

The Price Sisters and Melonie - underrated gems (103,214) by Edward from USA It is perfection indeed. Even though I discovered "Everything Fades Away" years later since it wasn't part of the US version of Music Box, I've placed it at the end of "All I've Ever Wanted", but it always sounds out of place to me. It's a good thing it is now on "The Rarities". "All I've Ever Wanted" vocals are insane. (Saturday 19 August 2023; 03:46)

The Price Sisters and Melonie - underrated gems (103,213) by Bobby A from United States MC said during the intro to Emotions on the Music Box DVD, "You better sing." I forgot all about how powerful the sisters were on that Emotions intro. (Friday 18 August 2023; 23:43) this is a reply to message 103,210

The Price Sisters and Melonie - underrated gems (103,210) by Jamie from UK This is what I miss about 90's music, background vocalist would be heavily added to tracks and in short parts usually towards the end would almost be the lead with the artist singing over them. I love Michael Bolton and he used this style, Everything Fades Away is a good example of this. I find it adds depth and texture to songs and can bring out more emotion in certain songs. How cool would it be for Mariah to do one track with the Price Sisters and Melonie, and team up with Walter for writing and production. She's always going on about the nostalgia darrrrling so give us some nostalgia. (Friday 18 August 2023; 14:39)

Last award (103,205) by Bobby A from United States 2010 People's Choice for favorite R&B artist. (Thursday 17 August 2023; 23:29) this is a reply to message 103,204

Last award (103,204) by Will from England What was the last music related award that Mariah received, that was not a lifetime achievement-esque related? (Thursday 17 August 2023; 22:05)

Kelly Price (103,199) by Bobby A from United States I got this wrong in not pulling out the CD or vinyl. They are still boxed up from my move. I really didn't read any CD liner notes until Butterfly. Lol. Maybe I am just still a little sour and defensive at Kelly for posting that vocal shade at MC some years ago. But I am guilty as well. (Thursday 17 August 2023; 20:21) this is a reply to message 103,197

Kelly Price (103,197) by Edward from USA I was just about to post that. I don't see the reason for her to lie either. She was very nice about her journey with MC in one of her most recent interviews. (Thursday 17 August 2023; 14:03)

Kelly Price (103,188) by Bobby A from United States Kelly Price recently did an interview with Vibe. She says during the recording of Daydream that it would just be her and MC in the studio. She says that vocals heard on Fantasy is all her and MC. I don't believe her. I don't hear Kelly Price at all on the album version of Fantasy. I have listened to Fantasy 6 times tonight and all I hear is MC doing lead and background vocals. Why now Kelly? Oh, I forgot that you are promoting the 25th anniversary of your album Soul of a Woman. (Wednesday 16 August 2023; 05:05)

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