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About MusicfanJ from Germany: I'm a fan of Mariah since Daydream came out.

Type Dangerous and why it failed (113,327) by MusicfanJ from Germany
I don't think it's a potential number one hit. Also it's a wonderful song. But the charts are so "strange" nowadays. What does the UK fans think? I think "NII" had the most hit potential. Too bad it wasn't released or pushed more.
(Tuesday 24 February 2026; 20:18)
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Type Dangerous and why it failed (113,323) by MusicfanJ from Germany
"Dreamlover" was very strong as a single. It's so Mariah at its best. It has such a good vibe. And how I love the remix. I just can't get over the 90ies. Lol.
(Tuesday 24 February 2026; 14:21)
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Type Dangerous and why it failed (113,320) by MusicfanJ from Germany
What a great post. I have the same thought about all the mentioned things. You described it perfectly. With the "current personality and her performance level", that's a good point too. I wonder what the answer could be about the current personality and performances? I don't know the answer but I would say jazz, blues and retro soul suits better than hip-hop or modern RnB songs for a legend like Mariah nowadays. "My love" is a highlight on HFIA and such a beautiful song and cover.
(Monday 23 February 2026; 17:23)
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I had a dream (113,302) by MusicfanJ from Germany
All things would really be like a wonderful dream. Too good to be true. But maybe one or two things will happen in the future. I had to laugh about number 10. Who will be the wealthy coach? Lol.
(Saturday 21 February 2026; 14:07)
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HFIA breakdown (113,294) by MusicfanJ from Germany
I also love "Breakdown" since it has been released in 97. I even love the rap on it. A perfect RnB song with a cool video. Was the song about Derek Jeter just like "My all" and "The roof"? I forgot it. Anyway I feel very nostalgic with it too.
(Friday 20 February 2026; 21:45)
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That rare flower that is Mariah's voice (113,275) by MusicfanJ from Germany
The funny thing is most people don't like her trademark "the whistle". I loved it on her debut and "Emotions". There are fantastic songs like "Dreamlover", "Bliss" and "Bringin' on the heartbreak" with her epic whistle. But it was clearly overused and not needed in many other songs. Her deeper tone has the real magic. But I would be afraid of surgery, if it's not needed, because of health issues. I guess there's always a risk, no matter how good a doctor is. I would first try to loose the bad habits and relax.
(Tuesday 17 February 2026; 11:43)
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The prime music era (113,233) by MusicfanJ from Germany
"What happened to music and true artistry?" I ask myself the same almost every day. Yes, those were the days. I'm very lucky to have witnessed the golden era of music and movies. And I will never forget how good it was. "When you believe" is outstanding and will always sound good.
(Wednesday 11 February 2026; 10:41)
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Nodules (113,232) by MusicfanJ from Germany
I hope not. Could it be because of the meds and private sorrow? I also don't think it's because of champagne. Just here and there a glass won't destroy everything (of course it's not good for a singer). Unless you drink every day and with high-proof alcohol, that would be very bad for the voice and health. Whitney Houston is really a sad example with many others, how a beautiful, extremely talented human has "everything" and throws it away because of drugs. I just want to see Mariah happy and healthy again. But I fear, she's too lonely. And no diamond is a good friend in real life. All the luxury is nothing compared to have real friends, family or a true partner. I wish Mariah to find that finally. But with so much fame, it must be very hard. Even for a "normal" one it's not easy.
(Wednesday 11 February 2026; 10:36)
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More youthful hairstyle please (113,221) by MusicfanJ from Germany
Yes, since the last two years I often have to think of Marilyn Monroe and Mariah. We all know Mariah adores Marilyn. MM was a diva, sex symbol, most famous woman on earth (besides with the queen, same age haha), plus she had the hardest childhood and was such a beautiful, unhappy woman. I don't want to see Mariah so unhappy in the future. Mariah was always a diva, but it has become a bit too much. I mean the image. It has become hard to see/recognize Mariah the person, the singer behind that big image. I guess it's a shield. But I often miss the natural, carefree Mariah. And it's true, elegance ages everyone. If you want to look younger or youthful, take casual clothes. Everyone looks older with extravaganza and jewelry. It's normal. Non-fans always say the word diva when it comes to Mariah. Personally, I don't like that this is the first thought they have about her. She is so much more and it makes me sad, that it seems only fans/lambs know and remember it.
(Monday 9 February 2026; 14:23)
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Grammy, songwriting, Adam Lambert, etc (113,220) by MusicfanJ from Germany
Oh yes. I love my 90ies playlist and cd's too. For every mood a perfect song or album. It also works like a time-machine with all the good memories. Proud "90ies kid" for life.
(Monday 9 February 2026; 14:01)
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What MC really needs moving forward (113,212) by MusicfanJ from Germany
"I say bring back Stella." This is a joke right? No way, please. This woman was a nightmare (even when she made one or two good business choices at the beginning). She almost destroyed Mariah. I'm still trying to forget that this woman and her daughter or relatives were connected to Mariah. Dark times were these (Yoda speaks).
(Sunday 8 February 2026; 17:02)
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Mariah opens the ceremony (113,203) by MusicfanJ from Germany
I just searched for the [German] press and one in UK. They were positive. But then I read the comments on YouTube, and they were really mean and negative. Most were saying no life, statue and so on. I find them way too harsh.
(Sunday 8 February 2026; 10:37)
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Performance (113,202) by MusicfanJ from Germany
Absolutely. Olivia Dean is wonderful. I discovered her because of the TV commercials. I thought finally one new artist who [doesn't] look vulgar and trashy. What a wonder. A beautiful, classy woman who seems very nice. I even got a bit of young Mariah vibes. Of course not because of the voice, but because of her natural look and vibe during the early 90ies. Just like you described it.

Mariah's voice still has magic. I just wish to see her happy again. Her little smile at the end seemed sad in [Milano]. I thought of "Looking in". I hope I'm wrong and she was just nervous. Someone wrote Mariah did a blues version with [Volare]. I think she did her own version (like with all covers). And I think she sounded really good. The tone problems were because of the TV channel broadcast. On the internet the sound was clear.
(Sunday 8 February 2026; 10:27)
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Mariah opens the ceremony (113,186) by MusicfanJ from Germany
I believe only fans saw the sadness. Because we "know" her. Although I liked Mariah's appearance and the medley of the two songs, I "felt" the sadness too. Or is it just an imagination? And it was the pure stage fright? The critics from the press are pretty good, I've read only one that was not so nice. But most articles are very positive and nice.
(Saturday 7 February 2026; 18:28)
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Article: Mariah Carey nails Italian rendition of "Volare" (113,181) by MusicfanJ from Germany
I really enjoyed "Volare". It had the vibes from old Hollywood with Mariah's unique softly tone. She looked beautiful, yes also very tense but with so many people watching no wonder. I think the sound seemed sometimes a bit metal, I'm not so into technics, maybe it comes from the big stadium. (I noticed it with Laura Pausini too.) It was wonderful to see Mariah on prime time TV live in Milano. I hope she can enjoy beautiful Italy and stay maybe for one or two days before flying back. Italy is always good for a trip: the food, the friendly people, the culture, the magical landscape. I had so many beautiful holidays there.
(Saturday 7 February 2026; 10:28)
Grammy, songwriting, Adam Lambert, etc (113,168) by MusicfanJ from Germany
I searched the music on YouTube from Mr. Bad Bunny so that I know who is trendy right now. And didn't miss anything. I find the music and videos awful. I'm really too old for this luckily. I grew up with 2pac's "I ain't mad at cha", "Changes", "California love" and all the cool RnB and Hip-Hop back then, like Toni Braxton, Aaliyah, Boyz II Men, Shai, Angie Stone, Maxwell, Kenny Lattimore, Sade and so on. And with the King of Pop and Whitney of course. And all the legends that were still alive like George Michael. Yes, we also had the cringy bubblegum pop, Eurodance plus boybands back in the 90ies, but it was so much fun. "Macarena" and "Scatman" couldn't happen in today's music scene. Today's music seems depressing and interchangeable. Grunge was also depressing, but Nirvana was on another league than Bad Bunny. There's a reason why Mariah likes "Smells like teen spirit". She once said it on a show, I guess it was on MTV during the late 90ies or in the 00's. So I hope she releases her grunge album this year. Then Rarities part 2 and then a jazz album. I'm greedy when it comes to Mariah.
(Friday 6 February 2026; 18:06)
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Winter Olympics (113,167) by MusicfanJ from Germany
I'm so ready. Yes, it's very popular here too. I love the winter games and will be watching everything I can. The opening ceremony is the highlight of the week. It's been a long, grey and cold one. So I need Mariah for a good feeling and positive vibes. The audience will love her for sure.
(Friday 6 February 2026; 14:02)
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Nothing is impossible (113,166) by MusicfanJ from Germany
Yes, it feels close. It's wonderful to have her back in [Europe]. Greetings to [Croatia]. Where are the [Italian] fans by the way? Would be nice to read something from them. Anyway I'm so excited for tonight. Ciao bella Mariah.
(Friday 6 February 2026; 13:56)
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Grammy, songwriting, Adam Lambert, etc (113,165) by MusicfanJ from Germany
I know Adam Lambert and Kesha. But Big Bunny is not popular and known here. Not at all. Maybe by youngsters, but I'm a millennial so I have another taste than the charts. Do you know Jonathan Jeremiah? He's a British musician, his latest record is great. A combination with pop and soul and a bit of songwriter. He may not be so famous, but he's a great artist with a good voice. "Older" people don't know all the rappers and chart people. But everyone knows Mariah around the world. She's one of the very few real superstars that are still here. From a better time. I hope she reminds the people what a real superstar is today in Milano. I'm sure she will rock.
(Friday 6 February 2026; 13:49)
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Nothing is impossible (113,155) by MusicfanJ from Germany
Wow, finally good news I was waiting for. I love the [Olympics] and Mariah. So the combination is wonderful. I have a very good feeling for tomorrow. NII is perfect for it. I'm very excited for "Volare". Mariah and Italian another great combination. I can't wait.
(Thursday 5 February 2026; 14:29)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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Billboard speech (113,108) by MusicfanJ from Germany
She looks beautiful. The same with Halle Berry's latest appearance. Beautiful women.
(Saturday 31 January 2026; 13:53)
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Article: Be true to yourself (113,103) by MusicfanJ from Germany
It was nice to read and uplifting. I always enjoy the Billboard articles about Mariah. I'm excited about the winter games and Mariah's appearance.
(Friday 30 January 2026; 13:36)
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