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About Robert-Anthony from United States: I have been a Lamb since 1990. I know Mariah. I love her music. I breathe her music.

Einstein re-release in 2009 instead (103,703) by Robert-Anthony from United States The guest rap features on E=MC2 are the best out of all her albums. You can't get any tighter than T-Pain, Damian Marley, and Young Jezzy. I would add Gucci Mane for Obsessed remix. (Tuesday 10 October 2023; 04:59) this is a reply to message 103,699

Einstein re-release in 2009 instead (103,699) by T from USA We all know the tragic story of E=MC2's trajectory after the first single, the disappearance of Mimi and then the re-emergence in depression. In hindsight, with the lack of commercial success she's had since (except Christmas), one really can look back at the mistakes made like not releasing Migrate as the second single and think it was her last big change at commercial dominance. Would've a re-release like she did with TEOM made a big difference? Would it have sparked new life for the album? Imagine Obsessed was the fourth single from a repackaged album. I think I would've taken that over MOAIA. 1. Migrate (ft. T-Pain) 2. Touch My Body 3. Cruise Control (ft. Damian Marley) 4. I Stay In Love 5. Side Effects (ft. Young Jeezy) 6. I'm That Chick 7. Love Story 8. I'll Be Lovin You Long Time 9. Last Kiss 10. Thanks For Nothing 11. OOC 12. For The Record 13. Bye Bye 14. I Wish You Well 15. Obsessed 16. Betcha Gon' Know 17. H.A.T.E.U. 18. It's a Wrap (Tuesday 10 October 2023; 01:34)

Qatar wedding performance (103,695) by Robert-Anthony from United States MC was having vocal issues long before 2020. I don't think her vocal difficulties are because of Covid-19. She should just sit down with Oprah for a tell all Oprah special. She is not fooling the Lambs or the general public anymore. Will she tell us what is going on with her voice? At the end of the day, she owes her loyal fans a great live performance without lip syncing. (Monday 9 October 2023; 20:42) this is a reply to message 103,694

Qatar wedding performance (103,694) by Nicole from US A lambily friend of mine showed me an article regarding how having COVID can change the vocal folds and I didn't believe him first. But I went and searched at google and found a bunch of researches related to vocal fold paralysis with Covid. All I could think of is how Celine got affected with her voice recently and then Mimi having issues with her live voice. I don't know if they both had the virus but we can always have the benefit of the doubt. If that really was the cause of the drastic changes they both are going through, then we're just hoping for a miracle at this point. (Monday 9 October 2023; 19:14)

AIWFCIY (103,686) by Robert-Anthony from United States Has anyone checked out AIWFCIY's the chart section on Wikipedia lately? There are like 10 pages of chart information that AIWFCIY has made it onto. No other artist has this much chart information for one song. AIWFCIY is bigger than we know. Europe and the UK even like MC better than they did from 2007-2020. (Sunday 8 October 2023; 21:03)

She's checking her list - she's checking it twice? (103,685) by Robert-Anthony from United States I have thought about her doing a grand jazzy rendition of AIWFCIY featuring Michael Litton, Dave Koz or David Sanborn with Kelly Clarkson. (Sunday 8 October 2023; 13:39) this is a reply to message 103,680

She's checking her list - she's checking it twice? (103,680) by jaker20 from US I would like for her to add Dreamlover into her lists. It's midtempo, and can include some fun stage visuals. I would like it to get a revival like Fantasy. Amongst all of her pop lead singles, this seems to have been left behind because she doesn't perform it. (Sunday 8 October 2023; 05:00)

She's checking her list - she's checking it twice? (103,679) by Robert-Anthony from United States She's going to have to switch it up this year. There are 10 or more dates this year compared to 5 last year. This tour is going to require a more versatile set list. I would love to see a new surprise musical guest at each stop. (Saturday 7 October 2023; 23:26) this is a reply to message 103,678

She's checking her list - she's checking it twice? (103,678) by Andrew from the UK If Mariah had "literallly" already done what I was suggesting, I wonder what definitions of "alternating" and "interspersing" you are using? Let's not have an argument about it. I appreciate what you are saying - there was possibly more variety than in previous Christmas shows. However, I really do mean going Christmas song, non-Christmas song, Christmas song, non-Christmas song, and so on. Moreover, I really do think she should start lowering every song substantially in key - and by several notes. Nobody is expecting to hear her get to stratospheric heights anymore and I think even the press would cut her some slack on it for she is, after all, admired. But I think everyone would appreciate a smoother slide from lipped to non-lipped. And she might even have more fun and not look so fraught with stage-fright? (Saturday 7 October 2023; 21:13)

WIth You I''m Born Again (103,677) by Robert-Anthony from United States I wonder if WYIBA from the VH1 Honors ft. John Legend will ever be released on a MC or compliation CD or vinyl. It's a rare MC duet that needs to be released. (Saturday 7 October 2023; 20:06)

Qatar wedding performance (103,675) by Robert-Anthony from United States That's the 1995 track dahling. I still love me some MC. (Saturday 7 October 2023; 19:31) this is a reply to message 103,674

Qatar wedding performance (103,674) by JC from USA Has anyone else been seeing Mariah's recent performances from a wedding in Qatar? I think they're from this past week. The mic is on and she sounds great and I'm loving the energy. Here's a link to one of a few clips I've seen on Tik Tok. (Saturday 7 October 2023; 18:59)

Cher - Christmas (103,672) by Robert-Anthony from United States I guess I ought to keep my mouth closed. Lol. Cher's DJ Play A Christmas Song is so horrible. (Friday 6 October 2023; 23:49) this is a reply to message 103,624

Cher - Christmas (103,624) by SM from Citizen of the World It's 2023, Cher will not be giving Mariah competition this year lol. If I can recall, Taylor Swift and Ariana Grande were not even close to a threat when they both had Christmas songs out a few years ago. Even if AIWFCIY doesn't go back to number 1, I don't see Mariah getting upset nor should anyone else especially around Christmas time. (Sunday 1 October 2023; 12:51)

A record that matters (103,670) by Robert-Anthony from United States Andrew, I am glad that you are back. I am enjoying your posts everyday. You are really doing some awesome research. (Friday 6 October 2023; 00:44) this is a reply to message 103,666

A record that matters (103,666) by Andrew from the UK Mariah Carey has spent 90 weeks at No.1 on the Billboard Hot 100 in the United States in the last 33 years. That's 1.75 years or 1 year 9 months. So about every 19 weeks since 1990, Mariah has been at No.1 for 1 of them. That's actually incredible. (Thursday 5 October 2023; 10:47)

AIWFCIY 45 vinyl (103,663) by Robert-Anthony from United States How many of you have the AIWFCIY 45 vinyl with pop out picture design? I just remember that is one of the many AIWFCIY items for sale in her store in 2018 or 2019. The AIWFCIY CD single, cassette, 12 inch and 45 vinyl will never be produced again. They are some very rare AIWFCIY items. I bought all four of them and can only find the 45 vinyl record at moment after my last move to Texas. (Wednesday 4 October 2023; 22:01)

Christmas shows (103,653) by Robert-Anthony from United States I wonder why there are not any Atlanta, Dallas, or Houston shows? It seems odd. Also, who is managing MC right now? (Wednesday 4 October 2023; 01:29)

Mariah isn't defrosting, she has never been frozen (103,651) by Robert-Anthony from United States MC has always had a sense of humor. She likes poking fun at herself. (Tuesday 3 October 2023; 23:28) this is a reply to message 103,648

Mariah isn't defrosting, she has never been frozen (103,648) by Joachim Agerup Løkkevik from Norway Exactly, Andy. (Tuesday 3 October 2023; 16:11)

Well, I guess I'll shut up then (103,642) by Robert-Anthony from United States Without the resurgence of AIWFCIY in 2018, so many young people would have never known this Christmas classic. What other female artist has a Christmas classic that will be her biggest income booster for years to come? If only we could get an official duet between MC and Michael Buble. I feel another huge Christmas announcement is coming soon in regarding AIWFCIY. (Tuesday 3 October 2023; 09:22) this is a reply to message 103,636

Well, I guess I'll shut up then (103,636) by Randy from USA She said it herself on her Facebook concert promo. "Yes, the actual defrosting has begun." If she's fine with being frozen from January 2 - October 31 each year, why am I arguing for her legacy. I'll join the lambs. Yaaassss Mariah. Hit number one again. AIWFCIY is the best thing you've ever done. It's your signature song. It's the only part of your catalogue that matters. My queens slays 9 weeks every year. AIWFCIY has won 28 Grammys, gotten you into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, and won you a video vanguard. Your legacy just like your voice is completely intact. How did I do? (Monday 2 October 2023; 20:20)

Merry Christmas One and All (103,635) by Robert-Anthony from United States I am glad she is going to be doing what she loves best - being with the Lambs. I hope to attend my very first show this Christmas season. There are like 10 dates going on sale this Friday. (Monday 2 October 2023; 18:03)

The greats (103,629) by Robert-Anthony from United States Sundays must be your beauty rest day. I was expecting to hear some more your critiques Andy boo. I will check back tomorrow. (Monday 2 October 2023; 04:21) this is a reply to message 103,618

The greats (103,618) by Andrew from the UK Bobby-A: what have I told you about thinking? Don't to it to yourself. But here you may be right. I predict Last Christmas will do very well this year on the back of the Wham anniversary and Netflix documentary - which I recommend to any and everyone. Personally, I hitherto never clicked with the song . But I now love it because of nostalgia and a renewed love of George Michael - who I once met. Not sure if I've ever mentioned that. (Saturday 30 September 2023; 17:27)

Is it time to get rid of physical media? (103,628) by Robert-Anthony from United States Lol. I could never part with my 1990-1999 MC physical copies. I have so many variations of singles including UK and Japanese editions. Some of the 12" records are worth $200 dollars plus. I have laserdiscs that I am keeping for the nostalgia dahling. (Sunday 1 October 2023; 23:21) this is a reply to message 103,626

Is it time to get rid of physical media? (103,626) by Bill from the UK One day some major outage, malicious or accidental, will happen. When you send me a letter asking for my copy of the Right to Dream promo CD, I'll post it to you. (Sunday 1 October 2023; 19:21)

Cher - Christmas (103,622) by Robert-Anthony from United States Yes, that is what she has named her first album in 10 years. MC is going to have some competition this year. It will be released October 20th. The guest artist list is very impressive to include Darlene Love, Cyndi Lauper, Michael Buble, Stevie Wonder, and Tyga. The first single, DJ Play A Christmas Song will drop October 6, 2023. The album cover is typical carefree Cher in bedazzled blue jeans. It seems like Cher has been studying MC and her album is destined to be a huge seller this Christmas season. Now if JD produced some tracks, then we know she is eyeing a #1 Christmas song and album. (Sunday 1 October 2023; 02:52)

The greats (103,620) by Robert-Anthony from United States You are really funny Andrew. I like it when you call me Bobby A. My fondness for you is growing with each response to my posts. I just get good feelings about songs and the tracking charts that I like share with my MCA family. (Saturday 30 September 2023; 18:57) this is a reply to message 103,618

The greats (103,618) by Andrew from the UK Bobby-A: what have I told you about thinking? Don't to it to yourself. But here you may be right. I predict Last Christmas will do very well this year on the back of the Wham anniversary and Netflix documentary - which I recommend to any and everyone. Personally, I hitherto never clicked with the song . But I now love it because of nostalgia and a renewed love of George Michael - who I once met. Not sure if I've ever mentioned that. (Saturday 30 September 2023; 17:27)

Prisoner (103,615) by Robert-Anthony from United States What makes this song so iconic? Is it because MC raps? Is it because of it being such outlier in her catalog before Infinity? Is it because it is MC's cheeseiest song ever? I always skipped over Prisoner because to me it doesn't go with the other songs. MC hates it too. (Saturday 30 September 2023; 04:42)

The greats (103,611) by Robert-Anthony from United States You got me thinking again, Edward. Wham's Last Christmas streaming numbers were exceedingly high last Christmas. Last Christmas may come close to being #1 this year too. Wouldn't it be cool if it were 4 weeks of the top two spots back and forth between the two biggest Christmas songs in the world. However, RATCT may keep Last Christmas at #3. We will have to wait and see come November 15th which song will contend with AIWFCIY for the top spot. This is going to be interesting to see what happens. (Saturday 30 September 2023; 00:19) this is a reply to message 103,609

The greats (103,609) by Edward from USA Streaming was a game changer. It has taken over radio by showing a real reflection of what's really popular. AIWFCIY is what I consider a pure number one, its position on Billboard depends on the people, not a promotional tour on radio or the record label convincing anyone. If a song is popular on streaming, radio has to pick it up. What Billboard did by changing the rules was smart and fair. If a song is the most played/heard, why should it be kept in obscurity? Changing the rules has not only benefit Mariah, she just happens to have the most popular song during the holidays, but Brenda Lee's "Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree" could break AIWFCIY record, should it hit number one anytime in the future, the song is 65 years old. (Friday 29 September 2023; 23:39)

The greats (103,607) by Robert-Anthony from United States So, why did AIWFCIY become this huge Christmas phenomenon in 2019? Or was it 2018? Was it because of the Billboard rules change or release or special editions of Merry Christmas? Did Spotify help to make it a huge 60 million dollar hit? (Friday 29 September 2023; 21:35) this is a reply to message 103,606

The greats (103,606) by Edward from USA Mariah's discography, while glorious and impressive, will eventually be in the past with those of us who have lived it as decades go by. That's why AIWFCIY is so important. AIWFCIY is bigger than Mariah herself. I doubt "I Will Always Love You", "My Heart Will On" and "Hero" will be a thing a hundred years from now. By then, she'll probably be the only diva of the past being played at Christmas time and her voice will make some people curious about her life and music. (Friday 29 September 2023; 17:12)

Drake gets his 12th number one (103,603) by Robert-Anthony from United States Touch My Body had a resurgence this year on TikTok. It's A Wrap garnered some Spotify plays and an EP release because of TikTok. Fantasy saw a resurgence because of Bradley Cooper's Free Guy movie. The Roof saw a resurgence because of her duet with Brandy for MC's Masterclass segment and the 25th Anniversary of Butterfly. The youngins are getting to know Mariah because of TikTok and movies. (Friday 29 September 2023; 05:08) this is a reply to message 103,599

Drake gets his 12th number one (103,599) by Andrew from the UK "She keeps resurging with old songs" - pray, how do you find 'resurging' and with what "old songs" is this happening? Actual information on each one, when and by what means would be helpful for people to look up. (Friday 29 September 2023; 01:19)

All I've Ever Wanted (103,602) by Robert-Anthony from United States Doesn't it remind you of how Whitney sings Saving All My Love? You feel what these women are feeling for their man. (Friday 29 September 2023; 03:23) this is a reply to message 103,600

All I've Ever Wanted (103,600) by Andrew from the UK As much as I love Music Box 30 - it has only led me to fall back in love with All I've Ever Wanted. It is somewhat odd that this never became a big ballad single, far better than any Whitney output as it is. (Friday 29 September 2023; 01:23)

Random post - SZA (103,601) by Robert-Anthony from United States SZA is the real deal, Terna. I love her playful decriptive lyrics that have me laughing and rooting for her at the same time. (Friday 29 September 2023; 03:20) this is a reply to message 103,598

Random post - SZA (103,598) by Terna from Nigeria I must say I'm impressed with her songwriting so far out of all the new girls, she does stand out and has an uncanny ability for storytelling, that extra something that sets her apart from the rest. Her second album is surprisingly stronger than the first and that's saying a lot because that album was a smash. "Good Days" was my most played song according to Spotify last year (2022), and I know it's still gonna be at least top 5 this year - it's that good. (Friday 29 September 2023; 00:44)

Whitney Houston (103,594) by Robert-Anthony from United States I have been very nostalgic this week from MC's early ballads to Toni Braxton to now Whitney Houston. I have to say love Whitney's early ballads like All At Once, Didn't We Almost Have It All, For The Love Of You, You Give Good Love, Saving All My Love, and Where Do Broken Hearts Go. I would be filled with so much joy listening to quiet storm radio in the late 80s and here a Whitney Houston ballad come on. You felt the pain and emotion in the song that she was singing about. Interpreting the emotion in a song and singing it with such conviction was Whitney's other gift. RIP Whitney. (Thursday 28 September 2023; 02:23)

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