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About Zachariah from Croatia: Mariah Carey fan and professional member of automotive community - both got me feeling emotions.

Taylor (106,301) by Zachariah from Croatia Taylor's "cultural impact and craze" on the music industry today is exactly because of that, because she exists today, where social media, marketing manipulations and bombardment with feuds with exes and writing about them is highly accessible. If she started her career when Mariah started, she would be nowhere. Non existent. Mediocre singer with writing abilities only if she is in a team with 15 more people who are co writing the song. So please, let's not put Mariah and Taylor in any category together. Ever. (Friday 26 April 2024; 09:11) this is a reply to message 106,297

Taylor (106,297) by Tevin from USA Hi Tony, I'm going to assume that you were responding to my post. First of all, I never said Taylor and Mariah were in the same league, especially vocally. I said that they are both known for their song writing, which is true. Second unless someone is living under a rock, there is no denying (whether a person likes it or not) the cultural impact and craze that Taylor has on the music industry today. The only one close to having her impact is Adele, but due to vocal issues, she's been MIA. Third you may not be a fan of Taylor, I'd even admit that I'm not a fan of her last few albums, but there is no denying that some of her early work (especially the country music, not pop) was quality work, and like Mariah, she has been able to have major success in different music genres. It may not be your cup of tea, but just like some people didn't or don't like Mariah's music (which I personally think they are crazy for not liking) that doesn't mean that Mariah or her career is trash and the same applies to Taylor. Anyway I'm done talking about Taylor now, since this is a Mariah board, but we shouldn't trash or minimize other people's work, or achievements, just to put Mariah on a pedestal. (Friday 26 April 2024; 00:58)

Not surprised (106,281) by Zachariah from Croatia She needs a solid pop/r'n'b up tempo song (or 2) - like Fantasy and Honey with chorus that can't be forgotten in 20 minutes. And it has to be released right before summer or early summer to have that impact all over the world. (Wednesday 24 April 2024; 09:29) this is a reply to message 106,277

Not surprised (106,277) by Robert-Anthony from United States MC just needs to release a fire album to get recognized by the music industry. She doesn't write the brilliant songs like she used too. If she would find songwriting partners like Madicin (Kenny Lattimore) or Daryl Simmons (Never Forget You) and write some R&B slow jams and love songs, then she would get back on top of the charts. What is it going to take for MC to get back to those brilliant songs? (Wednesday 24 April 2024; 00:48)

TEOM concerts (106,242) by Zachariah from Croatia I totally disagree. I watched all of the close videos from last concert and I can not see any lip syncing anywhere, especially, as you stated, the whole performance. (Sunday 21 April 2024; 11:13) this is a reply to message 106,239

TEOM concerts (106,239) by Xavier mariohmix from Spain Ok. So if you see this video containing the whole concert from that perspective, you would think that there could be some lipping, but the rest would be mainly live. But if you see all the Mariah videos from the first concert uploaded 7/8 days ago on this channel, you truly can see the real thing happening, that is, she's lipping everything except for 5 specific moments throughout the entire concert. The recordings are so zoomed-in that it is so evident. Besides, sometimes she skips phrases, she starts miming two seconds later or she's just too lazy to pretend to be making an effort on the belting parts. As I said before, at least, we have new high-quality recordings of most of the songs. To be honest, I became aware of the lipping thing (you know, the lipped parts of some songs) back in 2008. At that moment and after analyzing so many performances, I realized that she had been doing it from 1997 (the belted section of Honey at Top of the Pops, for example). It was a total and complete letdown, and I took my time to process it. I'm a huge fan and I'll always be. I'll keep following her forever. For sure, she uses lipping for whatever reasons, some of them have been explained or theorized here and I can agree with them, but it is a fact. And right now it has come to a point where almost the whole thing is. Anyway, we love her. (Sunday 21 April 2024; 01:39)

I am confused (106,190) by Zachariah from Croatia I don't know why such a harsh criticism about her voice - I didn't notice any lipped performances. I am confused - she sounds so good, why would she lip? It is getting tiring to read constant dissertations about her voice here. Regarding the prices - you guys are very lucky for being able to come to see her. For us in Europe, that is unimaginable. (Tuesday 16 April 2024; 08:47)

Article: Mariah Carey adds dates to her Las Vegas' residency run (106,139) by Zachariah from Croatia This is so satisfying to read. While J.Lo is cancelling dates, Mariah adds them. (Friday 12 April 2024; 08:15)

Article: Fans suspect Mariah is "teasing" a new era of music (106,123) by Zachariah from Croatia Glitter 2 in making? (Sunday 7 April 2024; 20:02)

Merry anniversary (106,046) by Zachariah from Croatia Dear Mimi, merry anniversary and God bless. Lots of love from Croatia. (Wednesday 27 March 2024; 12:16)

Spotify numbers (106,010) by Zachariah from Croatia Being a guest in talk shows and being funny. (Tuesday 19 March 2024; 11:43) this is a reply to message 106,007

Spotify numbers (106,007) by Robert-Anthony from United States I am sitting here trying to figure out what significant event in MC's career during last five years caused a huge increase to 90.5 million in Spotify sales. Besides AIWFCIY, the only event that I can think of is MC30. Do you think that event is the reason? (Monday 18 March 2024; 23:02)

Emojis (106,006) by Zachariah from Croatia Thank you on clarification. I was wondering what is happening because I didn't get anything. Well, whatever she is doing - it will be epic. I am sure of it. (Monday 18 March 2024; 21:20) this is a reply to message 105,999

Emojis (105,999) by Bill from the UK Some unreliable rumour account on X posted an emoji of a butterfly along with a bunch of others, and apparently this now means Mariah is working with Taylor Swift, Lady Gaga, Katy Perry, Beyoncé and others on a charity single similar to "Just Stand Up". In other words, all you've missed out on is post after post of unsupported speculation following someone on the Internet posting a butterfly emoji. (Sunday 17 March 2024; 07:44)

Emojis (105,993) by Zachariah from Croatia Can someone explain to me - emojis? She posted something? I don't get it. (Friday 15 March 2024; 22:02) this is a reply to message 105,990

Emojis (105,990) by Robert-Anthony from United States I think that I have figured it out. It's another Stand Up For Cancer song. The campaign steps into high gear in late March/April. (Friday 15 March 2024; 13:19)

There goes my heart again (105,986) by Zachariah from Croatia Because I don´t like Taylor Swift. I despise her. She doesn't make memorable music and her melodies are forgetful. To be fair - I don't like any new artists from today. Literally no one. They all make boring and stupid music. (Friday 15 March 2024; 08:45) this is a reply to message 105,976

There goes my heart again (105,976) by Tevin from USA Why is it disappointing? (Thursday 14 March 2024; 15:50)

There goes my heart again (105,975) by Zachariah from Croatia If she collaborates with Taylor, I swear, I will return my lamb card and stop being a fan. I barely accepted a duet with Ariana wannabe Mariah, but this, this will be so disappointing if it happens. (Thursday 14 March 2024; 11:13) this is a reply to message 105,970

There goes my heart again (105,970) by Mimi L. from Empower Your Highlighter Glad to have someone join me in my la la land of hopes and dreams haha. If Mariah actually collaborates with Taylor that'll be my biggest shock. Their music is so different and they were never really "close". I mean they both praised each other on multiple occasions but who knows. Plus I was thinking with Mariah being besties with Kim, Taylor would want none of this because of their feud but I mean Selena (who is Taylor's bestie) is on good terms with the Kardashians because her sister is friends with their kids. Anyways I'm on a tangent rambling here like Mariah rambled in 2014 haha. As for the YAR streams I did see it. (Wednesday 13 March 2024; 15:58)

Caution and Eternal Sunshine (105,959) by Zachariah from Croatia I don't think that is the whole case. I mean, she sounded amazing during Christmas concerts just a few months ago, hitting all the notes. I think she is just doing things carefully and more comfortably. Which is very fine. (Tuesday 12 March 2024; 07:41) this is a reply to message 105,948

Caution and Eternal Sunshine (105,948) by Robert-Anthony from United States I believe MC is hurt that she doesn't have her range like she used to, record her songs like the way she is used to recording them. You know she is a perfectionist and loves to add different vocal techniques and runs to her songs. I bet it just hurts her that she can't do Lead The Way runs anymore. (Monday 11 March 2024; 15:09)

If Made For Me was MC's (105,946) by Zachariah from Croatia With You is my wake up alarm melody. Shake It Off is my ringtone on my company cell and It's Like That [is the] ringtone on my private phone. And yes, I am 43 years old and I don't apologize for this. (Monday 11 March 2024; 08:25) this is a reply to message 105,944

If Made For Me was MC's (105,944) by Mimi L. from Empower Your Highlighter I like With You though. It may not be a strong single but it's a beautiful song. (Sunday 10 March 2024; 22:45)

Layout is epic (105,909) by Zachariah from Croatia I love it. Thank you. (Friday 8 March 2024; 19:37)

Mariah never lied or let anyone on (105,888) by Zachariah from Croatia This is so annoying to read and I really don't like your presence here. You just spoil everything and any hope for us who are hoping for an album to arrive. (Thursday 7 March 2024; 07:50) this is a reply to message 105,884

Mariah never lied or let anyone on (105,884) by T from USA Mariah will headline two festivals this summer, she'll do Vegas in the spring and then a massive Christmas tour starting in November. That's the extent of it this year guys. That's all I can say. (Thursday 7 March 2024; 01:04)

Mariah never lied or let anyone on (105,874) by Zachariah from Croatia It is annoying - the waiting and just being in the dark. Whatever she is doing, I hope it will be epic and and then some because I am sick of hearing Taylor and Beyonce everywhere and Mariah only during Christmas time. And I am sick and tired of being asked the question "We never hear anything from Mariah?" or "When did she release anything new?" It. Is. Exhausting. (Wednesday 6 March 2024; 08:26) this is a reply to message 105,871

Mariah never lied or let anyone on (105,871) by Mimi L. from Empower Your Highlighter While I can appreciate her desire to stay private and not post studio photos until things are close to ready, same could have been done about all the projects she said are going to release any moment in the last 2-3 years. In the last few years things we got from her were actually things she never even alluded to like Rarities, Latto and Ariana. Forgive my impatience haha I see so many releases being announced and none from Mariah. (Wednesday 6 March 2024; 00:45)

Breakdown (live in Perth - footage) (105,850) by Zachariah from Croatia Yes. It is just not her. (Sunday 3 March 2024; 15:15) this is a reply to message 105,849

Breakdown (live in Perth - footage) (105,849) by Robert-Anthony from United States Is it her ensemble? (Sunday 3 March 2024; 14:07)

Breakdown (live in Perth - footage) (105,847) by Zachariah from Croatia I wish I didn't see this. (Sunday 3 March 2024; 13:45) this is a reply to message 105,846

Breakdown (live in Perth - footage) (105,846) by Billy from Greece Here's a little something for you. (Sunday 3 March 2024; 06:36)

TEOM era will probably the last great era (105,781) by Zachariah from Croatia Triumphant, 100%, I Don't and GTFO I absolutely adore. (Tuesday 27 February 2024; 13:17) this is a reply to message 105,777

TEOM era will probably the last great era (105,777) by Robert-Anthony from United States Yes Mimi. They come on strong and then everybody forgets about them the next week. Do you remember the following? 1. Triumphant 2. 100% 3. I Don't 4. Infinity 5. GTFO 6. Save The Day 7. In The Mix However, there is one that beats all seven of these that I mentioned and it should have had a proper video with a huge radio impact. 1. Out Here On My Own (Tuesday 27 February 2024; 01:39)

I hope Mariah never releases anything anymore (105,771) by Zachariah from Croatia Boy in a Punjabi remix is epic. (Monday 26 February 2024; 22:51) this is a reply to message 105,767

I hope Mariah never releases anything anymore (105,767) by Mimi L. from Empower Your Highlighter Boy was really ahead of its time. Also fun fact, the video shot was actually for "The One" but it was later switched to "Boy". (Monday 26 February 2024; 16:57)

I hope Mariah never releases anything anymore (105,681) by Zachariah from Croatia Her voice is fine now, as we heard on recent Christmas shows. At least I did. My problem is a dumb collaborations on a dumb song. That's all. (Friday 23 February 2024; 08:40) this is a reply to message 105,674

I hope Mariah never releases anything anymore (105,674) by JC from United States This is suppose to be a Mariah fan board, all I've seen is negative uncalled for opinions on Mariah and her voice, you guys think she's a robot? I recently saw a video of twitter spaces, some lamb had the balls to tell Mariah that every time she performs the lambs wonder if she will hit a g7 or how high she will go. Meanwhile this lamb works at Burger King but thinks he knows everything about her voice. I noticed this was her last time on twitter spaces. You guys are ruining this for her, y'all don't know anything about her voice or what's going on, have some respect for the woman who supposedly you say saved your life with her music. I really hope she doesn't release anything new. Why would she? Just for you guys to disect and judge her voice condition. I used to love this board, before all the lambs became vocal teachers. (Thursday 22 February 2024; 23:19)

General public or bad decisions (105,660) by Zachariah from Croatia Her PR. That was the main problem. She was always so nice. I became even bigger fan after 1997. I loved that sound and naughty image. But she kept emphasizing that goody two shoes role instead, for example, calling out Jennifer in an award ceremony for stealing sample for Loverboy. Publicly. Not just shading and whispering. Make a damn scene. Get mad. Not diva mad. Woman mad. Make an angry damn song and spit on everyone. Instead, she had idiotic people around herself spreading rumors that she doesn't walk on carpet, that she wants to be skinny like kids in Africa, being late all the time, demanding puppies in the backstage, being eternally 12 and etc etc. People remember that. And they roll their eyes and move on. (Thursday 22 February 2024; 08:42) this is a reply to message 105,612

General public or bad decisions (105,612) by Jamie from UK I'm sat here and a thought came into my head regarding Mariah and her career. For the majority of the 1990's Mariah could do no wrong, she was America's sweetheart and had countless number one songs and albums. People took her into their hearts and adored her. From 1997 she made what some call a drastic change in musical direction and lost some of her core fanbase as a result. However she continued to have number one songs and albums even through a difficult time with Sony and Tommy Mottola. Why was it then that during her most difficult time in her life in 2001 did people turn their backs on her? Surely someone who they had grown to love had spent so long adoring her and buying her music would want to support her during this difficult time. Glitter and Charmbracelet failed to sell anywhere near what she would normally sell. My point is, is it the general public who turn on an artist so quickly, is it the music industry and media that set current trends what is a hit and what the people want or is it bad decisions made by Mariah the artist. For me it's just difficult to understand how such a quick switch in popularity can happen with someone who was literally a force of nature at one point. Firstly I don't think the whole Glitter film helped her persona one bit, 9/11 didn't help but the film just wasn't good enough 9/11 or not. The album or soundtrack is great but in hindsight should it have been left on the shelf once the film tanked to help control the damage from the film and save her also having a music flop too which was unheard of at the time. Would her next album then have been more well received by the public. For me I like Charmbracelet but it feels almost like a complete different body of work to the rest of her catalogue (present and past included) the whole vibe is just different. Were bad decisions made by Mariah creatively should she have come back with an upbeat track ala Fantasy/Honey mode and had less rappers on the album, it would be interesting to see if the Glitter album hadn't been released and she had come back with a stronger album (maybe a combination of Glitter tracks and new ones and called it something else) how her popularity would have been at that time and now. Or had the public already turned their backs on her and changed their view of her as a person. Obviously we had Emancipation but that was very short lived, and since then with the exception of Touch My Body and Christmas she hasn't got anywhere near the popularity she should have had. Do you think the general public just doesn't warm to her anymore, is it Mariah's decisions of music creativity or the way her persona has come across post 2001, or do you think it's the music industry making wrong decisions for her career? We can't change what happens but sometimes it's interesting to put a different spin on how we think things could have gone or been. Would love to hear your views and where you think things went wrong or could have been different for her. (Tuesday 20 February 2024; 17:36)

This is what we asked for (105,659) by Zachariah from Croatia I wouldn't agree with this. I don't like the song and don't have any desire to support it. (Thursday 22 February 2024; 08:27) this is a reply to message 105,641

This is what we asked for (105,641) by T from USA I remember coming to this board for years with people asking for an up tempo Mariah pop song with big vocals. Even Max Martin produced. Some even suggested the impossible, that she's on a track with Ariana Grande. Now we have exactly what everyone has asked for and the success it could find going into the top 10 would be huge. Streaming is easy. Buying is too but this is the day to do it. I've made it easy with two links for us here. Ariana's website and Amazon's new release page. (Wednesday 21 February 2024; 13:47)

General public or bad decisions (105,632) by Zachariah from Croatia Glitter is everything. I love it to death and play it everyday. That summer was a blast for me. (Wednesday 21 February 2024; 08:23) this is a reply to message 105,622

General public or bad decisions (105,622) by Matty from Vancouver Canada Glitter is a masterpiece - I think lambs remember this moment as a failure, but this was the only year Mariah appeared in Forbes list of most powerful women, she did the national anthem at the Super Bowl in 2002 next to the 9/11 statue, she looked gorgeous, and Loverboy was constantly on the radio, on TV music stations, also #2 on Billboard (don't give me the it was discounted argument, because most singles were always discounted and sat in the discount bins at HMV and Music World). I think corporate Virgin panicked more than the public. I love Charmbraclet personally, and in my home town of Guelph Ontario (45 mins south/west of Toronto) "Boy" was on the radio constantly, but for some reason the album wasn't what they wanted as a "comeback" album after 18 months of lows ( ) Why do those few months out of 30 years taint her? I'll never know. Think of all the celebrated singers with issues now, 18 months out of the game or spotlight is nothing, Demi Lovato, Britney, even the beauty that is Selina Gomez, Gaga, Ariana. Maybe it was simply the expectation that year after year for a decade Mariah was ever present and showed up. I have no doubt that's exhausting. (Wednesday 21 February 2024; 01:06)

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