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Re: The Meaning of Ridicule (94,543) (94,545) by We are Lambily from USA Blm riots? It's Black Lives Matter movement. The riots didn't even account 2% of all the protest around the world. It's without no doubt the most important movement. It's like calling Christianity/priests for pedophiles. (Friday 10 July 2020; 16:30)

Re: Mariah's memoir (94,541) (94,544) by RibbonB from USA Well, maybe the book [will] reveal a bit. (Friday 10 July 2020; 15:36)

Re: The Meaning of Ridicule (94,540) (94,543) by Andrew from the United Kingdom I am afraid you are incorrect, Belgium. "Meaning" in "The Meaning of Mariah Carey" is not an adjective, but a noun; a noun that I would say means the importance / value / significance of something, or a conveyance of an idea that something represents or signifies. Unwrap the title with that in mind and you may see exactly from where the nausea people will undoubtedly feel toward it will come. Or simply, let us rewrite it now and see: The Importance of Mariah Carey The Value of Mariah Carey The Significance of Mariah Carey The Idea Represented by Mariah Carey Suddenly, when you understand the English the title is a little... uncomfortable, right? Mariah certainly has a knack for trying to influence what people think about her rather than showing herself as she is and trusting people to see truth in beauty. And I think therein lies the problem with the book before it has even been sent to the presses. If this is not an honest recounting but a further pushing of the same old tired narratives with little honesty about the subjects to which the fans (and perhaps public alike) want answers, that is to say: vocal degradation, the truth about "the violent times", what actually happened during her breakdown (and admitting that it was one), the fabrication of the James Packer romance, her #MeToo moments, and so on, then it will be just another wasted project. Given the BLM riots, I would say that this book, if it did not have it before, will have a heavy emphasis on racist incidents from Mariah's youth. It will make the book a hot topic and will be easy for Mariah to make relevant in promotional interviews. And it is fair for Mariah to share these stories as they are her truths. But she should be careful; the world does not want to hear rich celebrities painting themselves as victims of society. Mariah is among the richest celebrities of the world. The system has hardly failed her. In fact, it took a girl who had a voice and propelled her to stardom so should she make the theme of the book about constant victimhood it may not wash well with people. Mariah certainly pursued her dream for a couple of years through sweat and toil, but was literally handed to music executives and carried to stardom from there on the back of her (quite unique) singing and songwriting capabilities. A lifetime of hardship this was not but, rather, a life of luxury, free of the basic survival worries felt by almost every other human on the planet. If this book does not relate truth, but, rather, the narrative Mariah wants people to believe, then people will see through it and she better have some more resilience to deal with the backlash. (Friday 10 July 2020; 14:44)

The meaning of ridicule (94,542) by Gee from U.S.A. (New York City) Honestly we have to realize that this is Mariah's moment, and her story to tell. Many of us always find the negative in things without looking at the positive she is here to tell her own story after years of others telling her story. She has overcome a lot to be the woman she is today, also she is giving this moment to her fans and it does not do her a service by finding fault, and negativity in everything because you don't agree with something. I say let her have her say, and allow her to enjoy her moment while she is able. If you don't receive the moment that is okay, move on, and hopefully she will create many more moments that you will be able to enjoy at some point. Be safe, be well, and enjoy your day Archives family. (Friday 10 July 2020; 14:10)

Re: Mariah's memoir (94,533) (94,541) by Licia from USA I already know and am prepared that nothing too good or what I want to be addressed will be leaked. I've made peace with it. Lol. (Friday 10 July 2020; 13:50)

Re: The Meaning of Ridicule (94,529) (94,540) by Tijl from Belgium Perhaps that is the whole point of this book. Mariah has referred to the experience of writing her autobiography as intensely cathartic. I believe the "meaning" indicates she explores the meaning of her being her on this planet. An in-depth story of the why and how. She has said many times in interviews that at a young age she believed and hoped that fame would validate her existence. That clearly hasn't worked out the way she anticipated. Don't we all at a certain point in life question our time on earth, the unbearable lightness of our being? the dictionary: meaning ~ adjective "intended to communicate something that is not directly expressed" There is much more to this title than supposed narcissism. (Friday 10 July 2020; 12:06)

Re: This picture of Mariah is everything (94,530) (94,539) by MusicfanJ from Germany Look at the Instagram pic with the sunflower, it's much more beautiful. I don't think she's overweight, of course no top form but hey I gained a little weight too since the Corona crisis. Not everyone is motivated to have a training right now. And most of the people need "nerve food" at those times. I always think a little bit more looks better than too thin, but of course a sporty, healthy figure looks great too. (Friday 10 July 2020; 11:57)

Re: The Meaning of Ridicule (94,529) (94,538) by MusicfanJ from Germany I'm also not a fan of the third person thing. But yes Mariah seems to like it a lot. I would have prefered another title but if the book is good I can live with that. (Friday 10 July 2020; 11:45)

Re: Music fan J release date (94,513) (94,537) by MusicfanJ from Germany Thanks Gee for the info. And all the other members for letting ne know. Autumn is cool, I love to read so this will be a highlight this year for sure. (Friday 10 July 2020; 09:54)

Re: The Meaning of Mariah Carey (94,520) (94,536) by TJ from Norway It's at least my birthday, and Daydream was released on that day in Norway. (Friday 10 July 2020; 09:00)

Article: Mariah Carey says she will lose entire singing career (94,535) by Lafa from Sweden Bullshit. That singing technique sits in the throat/tounge - not in the lungs. (Friday 10 July 2020; 08:33)

Re: Mariah's memoir (94,525) (94,534) by Tijl from Belgium The picture is very much the diva. Big hair, some skin and diamonds. If it is good enough for her, it is certainly good enough for me. I hope the book includes tons of unpublished pictures. (Friday 10 July 2020; 02:00)

Re: Mariah's memoir (94,528) (94,533) by RibbonB from USA I don't love the cover, but it's ok. She's not leaking anything it seems though. (Friday 10 July 2020; 01:59)

Book cover (94,532) by Andrew from the United Kingdom The photograph they chose is great, however. She doesn't have the tits hanging out. I wonder if she even mentions her numerous breast augmentations. A hundred says she won't. Another hundred says this book will be a whitewash. It is not in Mariah's interest to give her critics ammunition and she never, ever goes off-brand. She won't cause beef with other people in case they reveal things about her which are off-brand, also. This book, especially given the violently vain title, will be Mariah reminding everyone of the promotional narratives about her that have been pushed over the years. It will be an interesting read. But this is a promo tool. Nothing more. At least it has "meaning". (Friday 10 July 2020; 01:57)

Re: The meaning of Mariah Carey (94,521) (94,531) by Tijl from Belgium I have a slight hunch the launch will be accompanied by a new album with the same title. We all can expect a major PR campaign in September, without a doubt. (Friday 10 July 2020; 01:57)

Re: This picture of Mariah is everything (94,526) (94,530) by Andrew from the United Kingdom I saw the photo in the news section where she has a double chin and thunder thighs. She is overweight. I don't want to attack her for it. I want her to lose weight and be the best she can be. Why do all other celebrities manage their weight and image and Mariah cannot? (Friday 10 July 2020; 01:50)

The Meaning of Ridicule (94,529) by Andrew from the United Kingdom What an absolutely horrific, nauseatingly self-referential, hideously verbose title. But then Mariah is brilliant at those, isnt she? The Meaning of Mariah Carey? What a terrible title for an autobiography. These books are supposed to insightful with people revealing themselves with humility, endearing themselves to the reader, offering a message of inspiration, hope or, yes, resilience. Your autobiography's title referring to yourself in the third person and declaring that said person has a "meaning" in the world is just beyond hilarious. Mariah is already pillioried for vanity and this title will be mocked and ridiculed in reviews and by the public alike. She may as well call it "Why I Am So Great". (Friday 10 July 2020; 01:47)

Re: Mariah's memoir (94,524) (94,528) by Licia from USA I love the cover. I said I wasn't going to read it until y'all did, but y'all know I'm getting my copy. (Friday 10 July 2020; 00:12)

Memoir (94,527) by Brad from USA I’ve already pre-ordered but am disappointed the book’s cover photo is from her Billboard magazine shoot of last December. I understand given Covid but frankly I prefer some of her photos during the quarantine. I would have preferred a more mature, natural, timeless photo. However, I plan not to judge a book by its cover. Be well. (Thursday 9 July 2020; 23:54)

Re: This picture of Mariah is everything (94,508) (94,526) by B from USA Mariah isn't overweight at the moment. Have you seen the recent photos of her leaving her apartment in NY? (Thursday 9 July 2020; 20:45)

Re: Mariah's memoir (94,516) (94,525) by B from USA I'm looking forward to reading Mariah's memoirs and I think it was a smart decision to use a ghost writer or collaborator to write the book because Mariah isn't an author and she is known to go off on tangents. I like the title, but I hate the picture they choose for the cover. (Thursday 9 July 2020; 20:42)

Re: Mariah's memoir (94,519) (94,524) by RibbonB from USA Here is Michaela on Twitter. (Thursday 9 July 2020; 18:44)

Re: Mariah's memoir (94,519) (94,523) by Bobby A from United States I am so excited for this. (Thursday 9 July 2020; 17:45)

Re: Mariah's memoir (94,517) (94,522) by Musti from UK Ready for Memoiriah. From the way she's been wording the promo surrounding this book, it sounds like it's coming with lots revelations. Bring it on girl. (Thursday 9 July 2020; 17:15)

Re: The meaning of Mariah Carey (94,518) (94,521) by Bill from the UK Great title. I loved "I Had a Vision of Love" as well, but this is much better. (Thursday 9 July 2020; 17:13)

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