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Infinity (102,170) by Edward from USA You should listen to it and then "Why You Mad". It will blow your mind. Literally. (Friday 3 February 2023; 01:11) this is a reply to message 102,169

Infinity (102,169) by Robert-Anthony from United States Infinity is my favorite song right now. I have been listening to it on repeat all week. Maybe Bill will listen with me. By the way, where is Bill? (Friday 3 February 2023; 00:32)

New picture (102,168) by Edward from USA I have heard from some older people that when you get to be a certain age you just stop caring much about certain things. Mariah is not the only woman over 50 who's weight fluctuates, but I don't think it has to do with anything in particular. I know many people in their 60's who are in very good shape and who are dealing with a lot of ailments, but they're disciplined and serious about their health. Mariah, unlike most people, has an arsenal of resources at her disposal to offset any side effects from medications, she probably has a personal chef who can cook anything healthy for her, and also has access to workout privately with a personal trainer too. I think Mariah gets in shape when she wants to get in shape, period. I don't think she's a damsel in distress waiting for the next treadmill to be available so that she can get on ultrasonic high heels with a splash in hand just in case she needs hydration. (Thursday 2 February 2023; 14:28) this is a reply to message 102,164

New picture (102,164) by Randy from USA I struggle with weight. I can't imagine what it's like to be in the public eye with paparazzi outside your building. But why does it seem MCs weight goes up and down so much and so quickly. Maybe this is a bad angle. But I swear it reminds me of the parody Debra Wilson and MadTV did with the "I'm Not Insane" where she sings the line as MC, "Although my weight, does fluctuate." Any thoughts on this phenomenon where MC goes from a size 6 to a size 16 in a matter of two months? (Wednesday 1 February 2023; 02:11)

Memoirs is underrated (102,125) by Edward from USA Fans didn't pay dust to "The Rarities", her remaining fans supported it. It made it to be #30 on the Billboard Hot 200. The old music was great, but out of the three bonus tracks, only "Lullaby of Birdland" was worthy of being on there. She could've cooked three killer jams for the occasion. The difference in quality between the old and the new material was palpable overall. I actually think it was a missed opportunity for a couple of great collaborations. I replaced "Save the Day" and " Close My Eyes" with "Right to Dream" and " Help Me Make It" respectively. (Wednesday 25 January 2023; 01:38) this is a reply to message 102,122

Memoirs is underrated (102,122) by jaker20 from US Lambs paid dust to The Rarities just a few years ago which had a few cute gems, while last year she had a global hit with BER which is partly a remix of a catalog, so I kind of get the frustration of putting out new music in this industry landscape. But yes I agree, I think she could still pull some hits if she put her creativity. I mean who would have thought Miley having a comeback. She's been bombing these last few years. I thought she's done, now she's got a massive song. (Tuesday 24 January 2023; 20:16)

Memoirs is underrated (102,108) by Edward from USA "The Dream" was definitely hot back then, but there a variety of hot producers back then too. I don't think Memoirs is a bad album, there are many songs I do like, and there are some great lyrics on it too, actually her last decent cover is on it, but that's one thing. I refer to the variety in sound. Different from E=MC2, it is kind of boring to me, that's all. There was supposed to be project with the remixes for it, and it was shelved too. (Sunday 22 January 2023; 13:05) this is a reply to message 102,107

Memoirs is underrated (102,107) by Robert-Anthony from United States You may be right Edward, but The-Dream was a hot songwriter from 2007-2010. He was working with every major R&B artist at the time from Rihanna to Beyonce to Ciara to Usher. MC was destined to work with The-Dream. My Love was kind of the green light from L.A. Reid to co-write and produced a full album with MC even though The-Dream pissed him off by saying in interviews that a duet was coming out in February 2009 featuring the two. That duet was My Love. (Sunday 22 January 2023; 00:04)

Memoirs is underrated (102,106) by Edward from USA Actually, the reason Memoirs didn't work it was because of the "The Dream", as in the album having kind of a repetitive sound. I do think she should've used him for four or five tracks and get the rest produced by some other people. You can basically hear "The Dream" in each track. I do like the track Mariah recorded for his album called "My Love", I rarely see it mentioned here. (Saturday 21 January 2023; 21:44) this is a reply to message 102,105

Memoirs is underrated (102,105) by Robert-Anthony from United States Memoirs worked because of The-Dream. It was a fun album. It was the last album that MC poured her heart and soul into. The-Dream said that MC kept him into the studio all night until 6am. One fun fact about Memoirs is that Obsessed was the only single to have an official 12 inch vinyl release. (Saturday 21 January 2023; 17:32)

Caution (102,096) by Edward from USA I was listening to Caution yesterday and I couldn't believe it's been almost five years since its release. One would think Mariah recorded a lot during the pandemic, so there should be enough material to at least release a solid EP. I do miss "The Voice". Sometimes I'm not sure if Marian wants to sing anymore. Most of her one-song projects in the past ten years have been lackluster, half-cooked. Her songs used to have legs of their own, but for a while now those legs are based on a hype that renders them crippled when you get to listen to them. Most cuts that didn't make it into her albums in the 90's are simply great. I'm not talking about her voice, but the artistry in her music. Butterfly was sung in her whisper register, but oh boy, those lyrics, the sentiment, the music, it didn't need an introduction. It's as if she were done with music but she's thrown into the spot light for a whole month every year and she has to act on it for financial reasons. I hopefully we get some quality music this year. Something different. (Thursday 19 January 2023; 13:26)

Primary custody (102,089) by Edward from USA I agree. He's always known Mariah would be a great mother. There's also a connection between them in spite of their separation. (Tuesday 17 January 2023; 03:28) this is a reply to message 102,088

Primary custody (102,088) by Stacey from USA I think Nick and MC have done a good job co-parenting the twins. Need proof? Just look at how well R&R are doing. Nick could have fought for custody, more time with the twins while still spreading his seed. He didn't do that. I rarely defend Nick. I think what he's doing with all these baby mamas is ridiculous. But I'll give credit where it's due. I doubt he'll fight MC for primary custody. (Monday 16 January 2023; 21:31)

Never Forget You (102,078) by Edward from USA You're joking, right? At this point it's not only about the key, but about the fact that her fluidity and buttery tone are basically gone. She could try, but it would turn into another one of choppy her versions of "Hero", but the 2023 version. I think this is the time for her start training her voice again, there are many great vocal coaches out there that would get her voice in decent shape, but that would take work. It's like going to the gym, you don't shed those extra pounds or put on some muscle if you don't move your ass. (Monday 16 January 2023; 02:41) this is a reply to message 102,075

Never Forget You (102,075) by Robert-Anthony from United States Just wondering about the Lambs thought if MC could sing NFY in the same key today from beginning to end. I think that she could in a relaxed setting in front Lambs. (Sunday 15 January 2023; 16:35)

Butterfly (102,076) by Edward from USA Buttefly is pure poetry at its best. Sadly Mariah departed from that type of writing a long time ago. That was actually when she would her lyrics by herself. I hope she finds the confidence to write her own stuff without the need of a posse. (Sunday 15 January 2023; 20:59)

Primary custody (102,069) by Edward from USA Not only that, Roc and Roe don't act like these typical celebrity kids. Mariah and Nick have done a great job raising them so far. Love alone is not enough to hold a couple together. Nick and Marian are definitely better as friends. Nick can't keep in his pants while Mariah still can count with less than 3 fingers the guys she's slept with lol. (Friday 13 January 2023; 18:40) this is a reply to message 102,067

Primary custody (102,067) by Stacey from USA I don't see Mariah's marriage to Nick as a mistake. She got Roc and Roe out of it. (Friday 13 January 2023; 06:35)

Primary custody (102,055) by Edward from USA That article doesn't make sense to me. Mariah already has primary custody. They have co-parented well so far. With 10 other kids and working all the time, I don't think he has time for any of them. (Thursday 12 January 2023; 14:02) this is a reply to message 102,054

Primary custody (102,054) by Robert-Anthony from United States Things are about get really difficult for MC seeking primary custody. Nick is going to fight it all the way. (Thursday 12 January 2023; 11:44)

Melissa Ruderman and Nicki Minaj (102,052) by Edward from USA Sometimes you guys act as if you were in middle school. One thing doesn't have anything to do with the other. As long as the job is well executed, there shouldn't be any problem. And why is it that nobody ever talks about this when it comes to men, it's always pitting women against women, it's kind of getting tired at this point. The new whatever always happens to be a woman. I've never heard about the New Michael Jackson, The New Eminem, The New Jay Z. It's like when it was a theme for people in the Hip Hop scene to kill one another, so many great artist were taken out due to ridiculous territorial shit. It's good we've moved past that, or so it seems. (Wednesday 11 January 2023; 19:32) this is a reply to message 102,051

Melissa Ruderman and Nicki Minaj (102,051) by Robert-Anthony from United States I just wonder, did Melissa make MC aware before the deal was sealed? If not, I see MC moving on to somebody else this year. (Wednesday 11 January 2023; 14:42)

Craving MC (102,048) by Edward from USA Mariah should drop "The Rarities 2" first and then whatever she was working on with the Clark Sisters. I'm craving some old non-released in her prime music. Mariah needs a duet with somebody current and famous. I do still think Mariah and Ariana could have a hit together, but it has to be a great song, not something half-cooked. (Wednesday 11 January 2023; 01:50) this is a reply to message 102,047

Craving MC (102,047) by Robert-Anthony from United States I don't know about y'all, but I am seriously craving some new MC music. It's bad when you are buying MC promotional vinyls on Ebay. So far I have purchased some rare promos My All/Stay Awhile, DFAU -Juelz Santana Bones Thugs Harmony and TTR remixes. At this point, I would be happy for a Scott Storch X Mariah Carey EP. Now, that's a collaboration album. (Tuesday 10 January 2023; 23:43)

The queen stays on top (102,014) by Edward from USA Mariah Carey’s "All I Want for Christmas Is You" adds 12th week atop Hot 100. Isn't that amazing? (Tuesday 3 January 2023; 17:36)

Rolling Stone's 200 Greatest Singers (102,010) by Edward from USA You know it's a travesty when they included Rihanna and leave Celine out. Linda Ronstadt and Barbra Streisand should be in the top 20. Going by their own rules, Celine should be in the top 10. (Tuesday 3 January 2023; 13:54) this is a reply to message 102,008

Rolling Stone's 200 Greatest Singers (102,008) by Stacey from USA We can argue about Mariah's place on the list, etc. But Celine missing? That's a huge mistake from Rolling Stone. Shame on them. (Tuesday 3 January 2023; 04:36)

Thank you for 25 years (101,996) by Edward from USA It's definitely the best. MC Archives is the last one standing from Mariah's 3, I think that's what they were called. Mariah Daily Journal, Mariah Diaries and the one and only MC Archives. Eric, thank you very much for keeping this website alive. Thank you for putting up with us through all these years. Many websites have come and gone, but MC Archives still stands. I remember when you used to print the 10-page magazine with glossy pictures of MC. Mariah's people sent you a cease and desist and you had to stop. (Sunday 1 January 2023; 04:54) this is a reply to message 101,995

Thank you for 25 years (101,995) by Bill from the UK Wow, 25 years of this website. Thank you for everything. The discography, the news, the message board. I can only imagine the time and money that goes into keeping this fansite running. It is the best one, thanks so much for everything over all these years Eric and a Happy New Year to you and all the visitors to the site. Love you all. (Sunday 1 January 2023; 01:47)

Early prediction (101,988) by Edward from USA It would definitely be amazing if she stayed at #1 for another week. AIWFCIY streams from December 23 to December 25 were huge. But as I said before, should Brenda hit #1 instead, good for her. (Saturday 31 December 2022; 18:15) this is a reply to message 101,986

Early prediction (101,986) by enwar00 from usa Wow Edward, that's insane. I think Christmas Eve and Day are the only 2 out of the 7 days that make up this chart week that the song benefited from, so for it to stay at #1 just based on that is crazy to me. I guess those monstrous streaming numbers that AIWFCIY is able to pull, breaking daily records on Spotify and elsewhere 28 years after it was released, are just that monstrous. Honestly even if it doesn't stay at #1, congrats and hats off to Mariah for still breaking records this far into her unparalleled career. (Saturday 31 December 2022; 05:37)

Early prediction (101,985) by Edward from USA Talk of the Charts predicts AIWFCIY will stay at #1 for another week by a thin margin. Let's see. (Friday 30 December 2022; 18:10)

Don't forget to stream US fans (101,984) by Edward from USA According to the dictionary: "a reference source in print or electronic form containing words usually alphabetically arranged along with information about their forms, pronunciations, functions, etymologies, meanings, and syntactic and idiomatic usesa book in which you find the meaning of words", a typo is an error (as of spelling) in typed or typeset material. In this case, the error is not intentional since the autocorrect on my phone seems to have a mind of its own. (Thursday 29 December 2022; 17:40) this is a reply to message 101,983

Don't forget to stream US fans (101,983) by Steve from USA So why do you keep referring to Mariah as Marian? Is this some sort of trollish dig? It's... odd. (Thursday 29 December 2022; 15:17)

Billboard chart dated 7th January 2023 (101,982) by Edward from USA Nobody's conspiring against Marian [sic]. The charts reflects what people are listening to. Should Brenda hit #1 next week, good for her. The rules apply to everyone. (Thursday 29 December 2022; 12:06) this is a reply to message 101,978

Billboard chart dated 7th January 2023 (101,978) by Jason from US I think Brenda might get the No.1 spot because of her Spotify streams, very much far ahead from Mariah. I love the song but it doesn't tally with her success from other platforms like iTunes, Apple music, YouTube, radio etc. I think someone at US Spotify is manipulating the streams. Not sure why. (Wednesday 28 December 2022; 17:48)

Don't forget to stream US fans (101,974) by Edward from USA Let's see about that. December 24 and 25, in which Marian broke records count towards next week. Marian still has a huge chance to remain at the top. If not, three weeks is good enough for me. (Wednesday 28 December 2022; 01:08) this is a reply to message 101,973

Don't forget to stream US fans (101,973) by Pedro from Brazil But next week Brenda might take the lead. That's why US fans should keep streaming. (Tuesday 27 December 2022; 23:06)

AIWFCIY locks another week at #1 (101,970) by Edward from USA Mariah locks her second week at #1 this year for a total of 11 weeks. Brenda was close, but with Mariah breaking the record of most streamed song ever on Spotify, Brenda didn't stand a chance. Actually, this is the 3rd week at number one for this year. (Tuesday 27 December 2022; 17:27)

The cringe of it all (101,955) by Edward from USA The thing about AIWFCIY is that the lyrics are as important as the music. It is true that Mariah doesn't read or understand music like that, but it is not less true that she wrote the lyrics all by herself. I think she should've given him 30%, but that wasn't the case. I think Mariah was too generous and inexperienced, she was only 23 at the time. (Saturday 24 December 2022; 21:50) this is a reply to message 101,954

The cringe of it all (101,954) by Jamie from UK I don't think we will every truly know truth behind all this, but I'd take a Mariah and Walter collaboration any day. Oh and 1993/1994 Mariah too. That's my favourite era of hers. (Saturday 24 December 2022; 20:11)

Miss you most at Christmas time (101,953) by Edward from USA It is a great song indeed. I loved it since the first time I listened to it. It is just one of those songs that's great lyrically and musically. On top of that, Mariah's yearning makes it perfect. The three original songs on that album are simply great. I know many here don't like "Jesus Born on This Day" but I do love it. Merry Christmas Stacey. (Saturday 24 December 2022; 17:35) this is a reply to message 101,948

Miss you most at Christmas time (101,948) by Stacey from USA This song came on while running errands. So pretty. I have heard a fair share of AIWFCIY on the radio stations playing Christmas music. But it's been nice to hear other MC Christmas songs that are so so good (Baby Please Come Home, Santa Claus Is Comin To Town). I wish MYM would get more play. It's such a beautiful song. (Saturday 24 December 2022; 08:25)

Article: Mariah Carey scores milestone 10th week at No. 1 (101,945) by Edward from USA Since Billboard calculates the last week of the year as two, should she remain at #1 next week, that's an extra week at #1. AIWFCIY would be sitting nicely with a whopping 12 weeks total till next Christmas season. If things continue this way, 2025 will be the year in which Lil Nas X will have to pass the torch back to the queen. (Friday 23 December 2022; 16:11) this is a reply to message 101,941

Article: Mariah Carey scores milestone 10th week at No. 1 (101,941) by Terna from Nigeria This is a big deal and we can already predict that over time this song is going to be the longest running Billboard Hot 100 #1 song of all time, a gift that will keep giving until the end of time, literally. Sorry Lil Nas X. Lol. How is this woman so blessed? (Friday 23 December 2022; 10:09)

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