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Biggest non #1 hit after 33 years (102,391)
by MC85 from Canada
(Friday 24 March 2023; 19:37) | | |
I have worked with and still do work with lots of much younger people, from early teens to mid-to-late 20's and they all know and can sing along to "Obsessed", even well before it had it's little semi-recent viral moment. So that's my choice, though definitely "Without You" isn't far behind though WU isn't as familiar to the young'uns.  |
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This is a reply to message 102,376 by
Horacio from United States
(Thursday 23 March 2023; 00:25) | | |
Which MC single that did not reach #1 on Billboard Hot 100 has had the best longevity since its release? I think Spotify numbers in the last few years help determine modern reception and enjoyment in the general public. Contenders:
Without You
Christmas (Baby Please Come Home)
Oh Holy Night
When You Believe
I Know What You Want
It's Like That
Shake It Off
Obsessed
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"It's a Wrap" on the Hot 100 (102,260)
by MC85 from Canada
(Friday 24 February 2023; 01:16) | | |
| Thank you everyone for your input. |
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This is a reply to message 102,257 by
JC from USA
(Thursday 23 February 2023; 19:30) | | |
And the correlation between TikTok and streams is becoming less significant. Here's a great article from Billboard.
While there were certainly some indicators in 2020 that showed promise, going viral on TikTok is not a leading indicator of commercial success.
That said, the large reach of these viral TikTok sounds will undoubtedly capture an entirely new audience for MC, which benefit her catalogue overall. With that said, I'm glad she and team understand the importance of seizing the opportunity. |
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"It's a Wrap" on the Hot 100 (102,251)
by MC85 from Canada
(Thursday 23 February 2023; 03:44) | | |
| Does anyone know why it hasn't chatted yet? It seems to be very popular and the Spotify numbers are good. Even the young'uns where I work are walking around singing it or recognize it when I'm singing it lol. |
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Funny dream I had (102,180)
by MC85 from Canada
(Sunday 5 February 2023; 03:37) | | |
Hey guys. I don't post often but I always love to read everyone's thoughts and comments here. I figured I had to share this with everyone as it's too funny (and oddly specific) to keep to myself.
So last night I had a dream about MC and long story short, the gist of the dream was that our girl announced she'd be releasing a brand new album on February 27th called "Delights of Love" and the lead single was called "L.O.V.E." and was already doing well on radio. The album cover was a random blue design with a faint image of MC's face in the background lol.
Not sure how I feel about the album or single titles but a new album on February 27th sure would be fantastic. |
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Funko Pop (101,575)
by MC85 from Canada
(Monday 31 October 2022; 14:19) | | |
Thank you so much for your post. I haven't heard/read the recent Twitter space that you're referring to but that makes me sad. I'm not saying I'm a blind fan who refuses to acknowledge any faults of hers, but as I said in my other post, I just don't personally like contributing to critical posts or comments about her. I get enough of that in day to day life and it can hurt and I just don't feel she deserves that.
Anyways, I'm so so on board with a Jazzriah album. Would be a dream come true for me.
And in regards to a release of Someone's Ugly Daughter, I really hope Mariah releases her original lead vocal version of the album and if she wants to, sure, the Millie collaboration of it. I just neeeeeeed to hear the original. |
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This is a reply to message 101,572 by
Mara from United States
(Saturday 29 October 2022; 02:41) | | |
What a wonderful first post MC85, and so incredibly true. Mariah herself alluded to that in a recent Twitter Space. She alluded to the fact that her fans can be critical or hard on her and said something along the lines of oh, no we love the Lambily, or something of that nature and the host didn't pick up on it too much. It was regarding a question if she had ever watched the fan made YouTube videos dissecting her voice. She sounded down in tone and said yeah she has seen some of them but doesn't always like to watch. Maybe someone else knows what I'm referring to. Mariah is and nobody can take that away, a living legend. She is a world treasure in the music scene. There are not many left in her league. She has maintained her legacy pretty well considering how fast paced this industry is. She's broken records that don't get the recognition they truly deserve. She still lives with those little girl insecurities and gets hurt by hurtful things said about her. It's funny after the vocal criticism, she comes out and does All I Want accapella on Instagram. She's aware of what's being said. That's why I think she should come out and do a jazz album. I think gospel is too big for her now to do comfortably anyhow. I'm nobody to tell Mariah Carey what to do but a life long day one fan. I've watched her changes and it's funny because every vocal change on each album other than Charmbracelet and maybe MIAM, I thought were different but they still sound great. The change in Butterfly to the raspiness in Rainbow and #1's. They all fit. Her voice is amazing. I really think now is the time for JazzRiah to make an appearance as she still looks amazingly attractive and young and has the tone and deliverance for it. Something like her Jimmy Fallon appearance with Big Jim on the piano. She can just go off. A lot of younger artists have already done it so it's not going to age her. Either that or redo Someone's Ugly Daughter which could be in the works as Millie Bobby Brown was on Jimmy Fallon saying she has been in the studio with Mariah. 
Thank you for your post and welcome. I don't always post but I always read and your message was sweet. |
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Funko Pop (101,574)
by MC85 from Canada
(Monday 31 October 2022; 14:10) | | |
Thanks for your reply. I love your comment how she's been providing her artistry the best she can. That is such a beautiful way of putting it. It's a reminder that, even though her voice has naturally changed since she is, after all, a human being, and started 32 years ago, it doesn't mean I will ever stop being thankful that she and her music exist.
She isn't immune from criticism and obviously isn't perfect, but who is? And I just don't feel the need to criticize somebody that I love, just as I try not to do in real life relationships. |
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This is a reply to message 101,571 by
Libra Lamb from USA
(Saturday 29 October 2022; 01:07) | | |
| Thank you for posting this MC85, and I am glad you decided to post this because we all need some positivity around here. It has been disheartening to read some of the harsh criticism towards Mariah. It's, in my humble opinion, unnecessary. Having the need [to] state your opinion doesn't exclude you from being [a] human being and more compassionate, regardless of how strongly you feel about it. Sometimes I think some of you must be unhappy in your own lives to come here and want to put down and bash, yes bash, someone who's done nothing to you but provide her artistry as best as she can over the years. We love everybody. |
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Funko Pop (101,569)
by MC85 from Canada
(Saturday 29 October 2022; 00:39) | | |
Hey all. I'm a long time lurker and never ever post here but I just wanted to shout out Joachim for bringing some positivity into the mix.
We can all agree MC's voice is not what it used to be but reading everyone's unnecessarily (imo) verbose and vitriolic comments lately is pretty disheartening.
Aren't we all here because MC has been a majorly positive influence in our lives? Hasn't she helped us all through the bleakest of times? Hasn't her artistry helped some of us feel more understood and maybe less alone in the world? I know she has been and done all of these things for me thankfully.
She's a human being with deep insecurities that we are all aware of and personally I feel she deserves a bit more understanding and a bit more love. |
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This is a reply to message 101,546 by
Joachim Agerup Løkkevik from Norway
(Tuesday 25 October 2022; 19:46) | | |
Ok, it's disheartening to read this board lately, and I agree with all you that the Saudi Arabia concert was awful. But do you remember the performance when she received the Billboard Icon Award? That is only three years ago, and then she sounded really good, and it was completely live. I've listened to the Honest Vocal Coach on YouTube recently, and I have to agree with her, if Mariah got more fit, sang almost daily, cut back on the alcohol, I think we still can have some good vocal performances from Mariah, I haven't lost faith yet. 
So, I wanted to bring a bit of positivity to this board after almost all of us have slaughtered Mariah's latest performance. I got my Funko Pop vinyl figure today, inspired by her Fantasy video, it stands next to my LP player and I'm so happy about it.  Too bad we can't share pictures on this board, or else I would have attached a picture of it on to this message. I bought her Christmas Funko Pop figure four years ago, so now I have two Mariahs in my living room, after all, she is my religion, Mariahcareyism.  |
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Re: O Canada (96,460) (96,477)
by MC85 from Canada
(Saturday 31 October 2020; 13:58) | | |
| Andrew, your response reinforced and cemented everything I said in my message. I don't see a need to further engage with you after you perfectly proved my point. I hope that seeing that I received 37 "likes" for my initial message will provide you with an opportunity to reflect on how you treat other people. |
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Arrogant and toxic (96,452)
by MC85 from Canada
(Thursday 29 October 2020; 06:03) | | |
I've been creeping this board for years, to read genuinely insightful and kind-hearted comments from other fans yet I've always found it confounding that most people seem to be fine with Andrew from the UK consistently putting people down for their opinions, statements and comments.
I'm genuinely curious as to why this person is still allowed to use this board when nearly every single message he posts includes some sort of demeaning, hurtful or downright rude remark to another board member.
Shouldn't we all be celebrated for having our own opinions and for sharing our love for our favourite artist? Am I missing something? |
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MC30 iTunes purchases (95,282)
by MC85 from Canada
(Sunday 30 August 2020; 06:05) | | |
Hey all. Forgive me if this has already been discussed and I might be the only one still actually purchasing music on iTunes, but I've been having a bit of trouble. So I've bought everything pre-Daydream EP's every Friday but for a number of them, even though the entire album/EP downloads, I can't play certain tracks either on iTunes itself or once I've transferred to my iPod (I'm old school yes). Like if I queue up any of these tracks it just automatically skips to the next one. Out of 13 tracks on the AYNAF EP only five will actually play for me.  Anybody else had this problem? Thanks in advance. |
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The Rarities plus hello (95,011)
by MC85 from Canada
(Thursday 20 August 2020; 10:31) | | |
| Hey all. I've been creeping this message board for many years now and finally bit the bullet and created an account. I'm so pumped to share my enthusiasm for our girl with you all, and especially share my supernaturally ecstatic excitement for the new album. Can't wait to share my love with you all. |
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