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Re: Favourite non successful song (93,524) (93,527) by Tijl from Belgium I loooooove "Almost Home". Especially this part: "When you run, run so far You've forgotten who you are Where you're from, it's like some other universe You count your steps, like they're regrets You catch one breath then lose the rest Wrong is right, right is left And there's nowhere left to turn." (Tuesday 7 April 2020; 22:46)

Re: NHS choir - Anytime You Need A Friend (93,519) (93,526) by Tijl from Belgium Hello Andrew, thank you for that post. We are living a nightmare but unfortunately there is no waking up to get rid off the boogeyman. I was very impressed with the Queen's speech especially those poignant and hopeful words: "We will meet again." As you do and I believe most on this board will have, I find solace in Mariah's work. Yesterday evening I watched Glitter again after a long time and I actually enjoyed it thoroughly. Such strange days and weeks. I have never felt so sad and down as of lately yet I have never laughed so much either. Life is very funny that way and perhaps this terrible pandemic was brought upon us so we could rediscover the true meaning of our short time on this planet. (Tuesday 7 April 2020; 22:45)

Re: Favourite non successful song (93,524) (93,525) by Bill from the UK Good question, but how are we defining non-successful? For instance Love Takes Time was a number one in the US, but barely made the top 40 in the UK. But semantics aside, I would say in recent years it has been Unforgettable. I thought that song was modern and edgy, with a great subdued vocal delivery, in keeping with the mood of the song. From the olden days I'll go for The Roof. Limited release in Europe, barely dented the chart. But the lyrics, the atmosphere, the vocals, the imagery, and my gosh that video. One of the most sophisticated, elegant and moving songs from her catalogue. (Tuesday 7 April 2020; 20:53)

Favourite non successful song (93,524) by Joachim Agerup Løkkevik from Norway What is your favourite non successful song? Mine is "Almost Home". I listen to that song all the time, think it is the best Mariah has done in the last ten years besides #Beautiful. (Tuesday 7 April 2020; 20:02)

Re: Article: Mariah Carey thanks NHS during coronavirus crisis (93,521) (93,523) by Bill from the UK AYNAF is the best song on Music Box in my opinion. It took me years to realise its immense power and beauty, but it's one of the best things she's ever done. (Tuesday 7 April 2020; 14:03)

Re: Article: Mariah Carey thanks NHS during coronavirus crisis (93,521) (93,522) by John from USA "Drew, stop with the riddle, who's this stunning blue eyed blond guy you've been talking about? At least give us a little clue." Hmmm. I don't know her. J/K (Tuesday 7 April 2020; 04:46)

Re: Article: Mariah Carey thanks NHS during coronavirus crisis (93,516) (93,521) by Edward from USA "Anytime You Need a Friend" is such a great song, and appropriate for these trying times. Drew, stop with the riddle, who's this stunning blue eyed blond guy you've been talking about? At least give us a little clue. (Tuesday 7 April 2020; 00:29)

Re: NHS choir - Anytime You Need A Friend (93,517) (93,520) by Andrew from the United Kingdom "Never never listen to anyone when they try to discourage you. They do that, believe me." I'm right with you. "I see you up there." (Tuesday 7 April 2020; 00:25)

Re: NHS choir - Anytime You Need A Friend (93,518) (93,519) by Andrew from the United Kingdom I have always said what I think. I don't think I am any different now. I would not have friends whom I message outside of this board if I was a complete dick. It's just the positive is outweighing the negative right now. I am genuinely worried about what is happening on an existential level. False political hope of getting out of it sooner than we can? It's nonsense. I know the Americans are lagging behind Europe but are feeling it just as bad. Especially with the nonsense coming out of the American President's mouth - a person I once supported. This is all insane. My Prime Minister is now in Intensive Care. We know that within 5 days you're either moved out of ICU or you're dead. He's not my head of state. The Queen is my head of state (God save her). But I am, as my country is, shocked. I have genuinely turned to Mariah's music in these times, just as I have always done when bad things happen. Her voice is a constant to me. Yes, I have a Queen. An actual one. And her speech was brilliant and soothing. For "we will meet again". But Mariah will provide me with another constant that I know of. Let's keep it positive. I wish all of you, genuinely, long and happy lives. (Tuesday 7 April 2020; 00:24)

Re: NHS choir - Anytime You Need A Friend (93,514) (93,518) by Myles from CT, USA I agree, Andrew I so look forward to reading your messages as of recent. You have a beautiful way with words that describe nostalgia perfectly. Thank you. Wishing you all healing and strength during this difficult and crazy time. (Monday 6 April 2020; 22:01)

Re: NHS choir - Anytime You Need A Friend (93,514) (93,517) by Bill from the UK Haha yes, I do it for so many of her songs. The main one for me is the "reaching for a dream" intro for Make It Happen, I recite it every time the album version appears. Even when listening to Can't Let Go I add in the "if you know it sing along" line from Unplugged, and yell out "sing" (exclamation mark) after "I'll be eternally grateful" line in Vision of Love from MSG. And at the end of Dreamlover I add a "how ya doin" from the Thanksgiving special. I actually wore the tape out of my Thanksgiving video so had to get a new one. Just a great production from start to finish. Whenever I order a takeaway pizza when the delivery person rings the bell I always say "pizza everybody" like MC did when she made two pizzas for like 500 people lol. (Monday 6 April 2020; 21:17)

Article: Mariah Carey thanks NHS during coronavirus crisis (93,516) by Andrew from the United Kingdom Recently some stunning blue eyed guy suggested Mariah pay a comment forward to the NHS choir for the AYNAF tribute. Seems Mariah likes this blond stud, after all. Suggest he become her manager. (Monday 6 April 2020; 20:40)

Re: NHS choir - Anytime You Need A Friend (93,514) (93,515) by Joachim Agerup Løkkevik from Norway Your messages have become so pleasant to read, Andrew. (Monday 6 April 2020; 16:46)

Re: NHS choir - Anytime You Need A Friend (93,511) (93,514) by Andrew from the United Kingdom And absolutely the same to you and your loved ones in return, Brandon. Does anyone else talk over the AYNAF intro: "This is another new song from my new album, called Anytime You Need A Friend. I just wanna dedicate it to everybody here to fight. Thank you for coming." I do it every time. I watched AYNAF from Here Is Mariah Carey so much I can do all of her hand movements without looking. Watched it every day before school without fail. Those were the days. They were simpler times. (Monday 6 April 2020; 15:17)

Re: We all (93,505) (93,513) by B from USA She was working on a new song on her anniversary so she's working on something. Personally, I think she's going to release a new single to coincide with the release of her memoir. (Monday 6 April 2020; 13:05)

Re: Fan favourites concert "no April Fool's joke" (93,506) (93,512) by B from USA Agreed. She gave the best performance of the night in my opinion. (Monday 6 April 2020; 12:59)

Re: NHS choir - Anytime You Need A Friend (93,508) (93,511) by B from USA It really is. It's such an uplifting song that lets people know that they're not alone. I hope you're doing well and staying safe, Andrew. I hope everyone is. (Monday 6 April 2020; 12:58)

Re: Fan favourites concert "no April Fool's joke" (93,509) (93,510) by B from USA They sold millions of albums and singles and make a ton of money from touring and if I'm not mistaken they scored a hit on the country charts a few years ago. (Monday 6 April 2020; 12:55)

Re: Fan favourites concert "no April Fool's joke" (93,506) (93,509) by Aliya from Canada The Backstreet Boys haven't done anything in years. That's probably not their house, but they wanted us to think their rich, lol. [Webmaster: Their last album from 2019 reached no. 1 on the Billboard 200 album chart.] (Sunday 5 April 2020; 22:59)

Re: NHS choir - Anytime You Need A Friend (93,507) (93,508) by Andrew from the United Kingdom There was a really sexy blond guy on here recently who said that Anytime You Need A Friend would be the song to fit the times. What a wise soul that guy was. Guy's and St Thomas Hospitals in Central London have helped me out many times, without cost, efficiently and always with good spirit. I love the NHS (National Health Service in the UK). I love what it stands for, I love what they do and I love everyone in it. Great rendition of AYNAF. I believe a comment from Mariah is in order. (Sunday 5 April 2020; 18:30)

NHS choir - Anytime You Need A Friend (93,507) by Shezz from Pk I just came across this special rendition by these lovely people. Apologies if it has already been posted here, I didn't see it. Hope the link comes through Webmaster. Hope everyone is staying safe. (Sunday 5 April 2020; 15:20)

Re: Fan favourites concert "no April Fool's joke" (93,504) (93,506) by Andrew from the United Kingdom What I also appreciated from Mariah's iHeart Living Room performance: she didn't flash her house. I don't believe her recording microphone is in an unglamorous tiny corner with a few picture frames. She's Mariah Carey - rather quite well known and successful in the world - and I am sure she can afford bigger and better than, say, a Backstreet Boy, but, whilst people stuck at home in tiny apartments without gardens or outside spaces looked on, the Backstreet Boys showed you opulent living rooms, grand pianos, grandiose fire places and, ugh, a swimming pool. Crass. That Mariah filmed her segment it in a humble corner was a very on-point thing to do. (Sunday 5 April 2020; 15:01)

We all (93,505) by Gee from U.S.A. (New York City) We all have suggestions on what Mariah should do while the quarantine situation is going on due to the Corona pandemic. But honestly we do not know what she has been up to during this time besides the videos she has posted here, and there. As we speak she can be creating some new material, or finishing some up music that she put aside for other obligations or not feeling inspired at the time. I am sure that she is working on a couple of things to satisfy all the different people who make up her fan base. Only time will tell, all we can do is wait and see the outcome. Everyone be blessed, and stay safe. (Sunday 5 April 2020; 14:52)

Fan favourites concert "no April Fool's joke" (93,504) by T from USA This would be a perfect year for that "album cuts/fan favourites" concert she always talks about. But instead of taking it on the road and having to deal with critics writing about vocals or empty seats, she could do it in the privacy and intimacy of her recording booth and upload it to YouTube. It would be a way to still do something during the year of lockdown, and at the same time build good will for many years to come. (Sunday 5 April 2020; 13:38)

Re: Article: Mariah warns her staff against April Fool's Day pranks (93,490) (93,503) by MC1989 from Spain Amen Andrew. By the way, now that most of their schedules and concerts have been or will be cancelled, I wish Mariah could focus on connecting again with her musicality, with the art of singing live from her home and crafting music. Now that she won't be doing those boring residencies singing Hero and her number ones over and over again with tired vocals, only for the contracts and the money involved, I would love her to bless us with more moments like the recent ABMB performance. She can sing In her studio, do some acoustic performances taking her time, feeling comfortable and uploading the one she thinks Is the best, without all the pressure of being on a stage. Sing just for the love Of singing and gifting her fans, and proving the main publicado that she still got it, just as she did last Sunday. Camon, she has a huge catalogue, and songs she only sang one or twice or even none. Vanishing, Alone In Love, All In Your Mind, If It's Over, The Wind, Music Box, Now That I Know, I Am Free, Looking In, Open Arms, Babydoll, The Roof, Close My Eyes... Go for the ones you hardly ever sing, Mariah. (Sunday 5 April 2020; 11:47)

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