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Let's get it to number one (105,561) by Edward from USA Both versions of the song are considered as one for charting purposes, with only the most popular version being displayed on the charts. This was the case with the Big Energy Remix; while it certainly boosted the original track's visibility, it didn't surpass its popularity. Consequently, Mariah's version didn't appear on the charts. It's not that she wasn't credited, she was, but the version she was credited for wasn't the most popular one. (Monday 19 February 2024; 01:52) this is a reply to message 105,549

Let's get it to number one (105,549) by Robert-Anthony from United States I was looking at the current Top 40 Mediabase Chart for radio impressions and the original version is sitting at #13. Is there a chance that the remix and original version will just be counted together for next week's Billboard Hot 100. Or will it have to be calculated like this? (Sunday 18 February 2024; 21:09)

And yes, Mariah's sound (105,559) by Edward from USA I wholeheartedly agree with your assessment. It's perplexing how even studio production couldn't conceal or refine her delivery on the "Yes, And?" remix. Your point about the microphone possibly capturing the true state of her voice makes sense. Considering this is the best she could come up with even with studio manipulations, it leaves me curious about the raw quality of her vocals. At this stage, when even her whistle register is lacking its usual brilliance, I believe it might be prudent for her to consider undergoing vocal nodule removal. (Monday 19 February 2024; 01:43) this is a reply to message 105,548

And yes, Mariah's sound (105,548) by Terna from Nigeria The new song has been well received, which is good. However I have to be honest here, Mariah does not sound good on recording anymore. She can mask it in live performances, but in the studio, the microphone picks it up ever so easily - that metallic edge in her voice has gotten gravelly and more jarring as she has aged and her mid register is virtually impossible to access without pushing thus the hefty "shouty" belts, her singing now lacks a mix and fluidity key elements for the type of singer she is, with a repertoire that relies heavily on agility and the ease of singing she used to have. I know she's very much aware of this and this message is not in any means or way trying to disrespect her, or make fun of her, this comes from a place of absolute love. I respect the work she's done in music and acknowledge her contributions. However I do feel it's time Mariah considered vocal nodule surgery. At this point they have become obstructive and she cannot sing through or around them like she used to ("My All" comes to mind, you can really hear it on that song). I wish her only the best and a successful surgery should she choose to. (Sunday 18 February 2024; 21:00)

Yes, And? lyrics (105,550) by Edward from USA The good thing is that they usually release clean versions nowadays. In Mariah's defense though, she didn't write the cuss parts on the song. (Sunday 18 February 2024; 22:12) this is a reply to message 105,545

Yes, And? lyrics (105,545) by Tevin from USA Sorry I don't agree with you. Some people like listening to songs around their young children. One of the reasons why I became a fan of Mariah was because my parents used to play her music all the time around me as I grew up. If she cussed up a storm back in the 90s and early 2000s, my parents would not have played her music around me and guess what, I probably would not have become a fan. My point is, it's easy to look at it through adults eyes, but some people may not like to play explicit lyrics around their kids. Also (this isn't always the case), but I find more and more in today's music that lyrical content has become so lazy now that cussing and other explicitness can be freely said in music. There's one thing to have a strong emotion behind a song to use a cus word, there's a completely different reason to just be lazy and throw in words here and there, because you formulate a strong thought or emotion into a lyric. Basically what I'm saying is that many popular songs have lost their depth. (Sunday 18 February 2024; 18:25)

"Yes" (105,544) by Edward from USA The remix of '"Yes, and?' was released when the original single was already losing traction, making its impact minimal. Moreover, the remix fails to elevate the essence of the original. In my humble opinion, ccllaborating on this remix was a huge mistake, she should've reserved such a collaboration for different a project. I understand that many enjoy the remix, but I find myself surprised to admit that in this case Ariana's vocals outshines Mariah's. While Ariana exudes smoothness and effortlessness, Mariah sounds like a dying cat, to the point where even her signature whistle notes sound off. Crucify me if you want to. (Sunday 18 February 2024; 18:16)

Not happy (105,461) by Edward from USA It wouldn't be a remix, but a new completely song. Billboard remix rules changed more than a decade ago. This is the same song with some new vocals. (Friday 16 February 2024; 05:24) this is a reply to message 105,431

Not happy (105,431) by Robert-Anthony from United States I have a feeling it is resung with new lyrics and a sampled track. Why would Mimi agree to do it if it is not what she is known for when it comes to remixes? We will find out tonight at midnight. (Thursday 15 February 2024; 12:11)

Is that Mariah? (105,401) by Edward from USA Mariah needs to break free from her comfort zone and embark on a journey of boldness and innovation. It's time for her own "Ray of Light" moment. The issue lies in the predictability of Mariah Carey's offerings. To truly make an impact, she must astonish the music scene with unexpected sounds and styles. Without this transformation, her next single/project may simply fade into obscurity. (Wednesday 14 February 2024; 00:24)

Mariah shoudn't (105,389) by Edward from USA "Yes, And?" has lost its spark. Despite debuting at #1, it swiftly tumbled to #17 in its following week, and now faces a further decline, with predictions forecasting a drop to #24. Marked by a red bullet on the charts, its streaming and play counts have sharply declined. Its initial debut at the top position can be attributed to the strategy of releasing seven slightly different versions at a discounted price, coupled with the intense longing of Ariana's fans for new music, who streamed the song relentlessly. Considering the song's current state, Mariah would be wise to avoid joining a remix of a track that has already lost its appeal. Instead, she should focus her efforts on being involved in a fresh project from its inception. (Monday 12 February 2024; 22:58) this is a reply to message 105,385

Beyonce (105,385) by Robert-Anthony from United States I am sure MC knew of Beyonce's March release date. Beyonce has been very quiet lately. A late 3rd quarter release date for MC16 will probably be better now. Dua Lipa is dropping her album too sometime probably before June. (Monday 12 February 2024; 20:53)

Billboard Woman of the Year (105,333) by Edward from USA Karol G is an AI Latina singer. Sometimes she goes by Karol P. (Friday 9 February 2024; 18:09) this is a reply to message 105,331

Billboard Woman of the Year (105,331) by TJ from Norway I'm clearly a dinosaur. Who is Karol G? Never heard that name before. Need to google. (Friday 9 February 2024; 04:59)

Billboard Woman of the Year (105,324) by Edward from USA They are also talking about Woman of the Year. Mariah hasn't done much in years. That's either Taylor or Beyonce. (Thursday 8 February 2024; 16:11) this is a reply to message 105,318

Billboard Woman of the Year (105,318) by Robert-Anthony from United States It's really tough to figure out. I will go with Queen B first then T- Swizzle. T-Pain gave Taylor her nickname. The only really that I wouldn't go with Mimi is because she has never done a stadium tour. I don't think her voice could hold up with all of the humidity during summer. Could MC sellout stadiums across the U.S. for a stadium tour? (Thursday 8 February 2024; 01:37)

Yes, And? (105,323) by Edward from USA I don't blame Ariana, she's just playing the game. Mariah also played it like everybody else did back then, but things were different in terms of quality and value. We had the Maxi Singles, The remixes that didn't resemble the originals, the discounted singles that were released when songs were at their peak in airplay. Debuting at #1 was a rare feat, but now it doesn't mean much. Lil Nas X's Old Town Road trumped the One Sweet Day record by putting out many remixes that kept the song going. (Thursday 8 February 2024; 15:34) this is a reply to message 105,321

Yes, And? (105,321) by Norman from USA It would've been top 10 without all the remixes. A top 10 debut used to be a big deal, it could've been top 5 even, and that would've been great too. But it's all BS now. Megan got more sales than Ari without a dozen remixes. Yeah, she added some later, but not 12 or so. I really lost respect for Ari for that, even if it was her team. She knows damn well what they're doing. I can't remember what publication had an article about how a #1 debut doesn't mean what it used to in the age of streaming. Especially when they drop like lead after the first week. Oh well. Hate the game, as they say. (Thursday 8 February 2024; 06:50)

Yes, And? (105,313) by Edward from USA Ariana "Yes, and?" debuted at #1 but it has dropped to #17 and dropping on its second week and with a negative bullet. Do #1's mean anything anymore? When a song debuted a #1, it would hold its position for at least an extra week or it would stay in the top 5. Things have really changed. (Wednesday 7 February 2024; 23:25)

The Celebration Of Mimi (105,293) by Edward from USA Don't be a negative Nancy. There's going to be some new music this year. Mariah is looking stunning, that's not a coincidence. She's definitely getting ready for something big. (Tuesday 6 February 2024; 17:38) this is a reply to message 105,290

The Celebration Of Mimi (105,290) by Nick G from Germany Really? I think there won't be a new album. MC makes money with shows, not with a new album. Maybe we'll get a new version of TEOM with unreleased songs like "When I feel it". It's always the same, every time you think there's something great new coming, there's just a perfume or some old stuff in a new dress. (Tuesday 6 February 2024; 16:11)

Video (105,254) by Edward from USA Mariah lying on a couch looking at the camera while singing the new song would be epic and new. (Sunday 4 February 2024; 22:17) this is a reply to message 105,252

Video (105,252) by Zachariah from Croatia What kind of video would you like to be for a new single? Which director? Budget? I loved videos for Caution so I wouldn't mind that vibe. (Sunday 4 February 2024; 21:12)

Don't hate the player, hate the game (105,199) by Edward from USA Ariana Grande's "Yes, And" debuted at #1. Out of her 8 #1's, 6 of them have debuted at number one, she now has a tie with Taylor Swift. Drake is behind them with 5. I've been wondering why it is so easy to debut at number one these days, I dug a little and now I understand. Similarly to what they accused Mariah and others of doing back in the 90's with remixes and discounted singles, now the trend is releasing six or seven variation of the same song and discounting the variations. These songs are not remixes technically, but different variations. Besides the original they release longer versions, radio edits, sped up versions, instrumentals and the list goes on. Mariah was heavily critized for similar tactics back in the day, but I actually prefer a great quality remix even if it doesn't resemble the original than this new trend. I think it is kind of lazy. Billboard will eventually crack on these tactics, but maybe by then Ariana, Taylor and Drake will have already surpassed Mariah as the solo artist with the most #1 hits. I don't hate the players, they're just taking advantage of the rules of the game just like Mariah did, but I hate the fact that now a number one doesn't really mean anything. As for Ariana's "Yes, And", I love it. I've been working out to it, I thought she had lost it, but she still has the Midas touch Mariah used to have. (Thursday 1 February 2024; 17:39)

Muni Long (105,175) by Edward from USA Stacey, I think he's talking about Jeremy Mash, not Jermaine Dupri. (Monday 29 January 2024; 21:12) this is a reply to message 105,174

Muni Long (105,174) by Stacey from USA I love Jermaine. I could do with a bit less "ya'all know what this is". But there is no denying they created magic. (Monday 29 January 2024; 20:43)

Who is Caution about? (105,173) by Edward from USA Different from what fans tend to do when Mariah has a fallen out with someone, I don't take away his credit. They made great music together, but what Mariah and Walter had was on a different level. (Monday 29 January 2024; 20:22) this is a reply to message 105,172

Who is Caution about? (105,172) by Robert-Anthony from United States Both of them were inexperinced with the ends and outs of the music industry trying to pursue their dreams. It's a shame that we never experienced another Love Takes Time ballad. I believe Ben's compositions with MC gave us more of Mariah's distinct melodies than Walter A's songs did. Walter A's songs with other artists always had that a small element of melody and instrumentation of songs that he composed with Mariah. For example, Leona Lewis' Here I Am. MC sure does have a long list of songwriters, producers, singers, and rappers that we will never experience a repeat collaboration. (Monday 29 January 2024; 19:45)

Who is Caution about? (105,170) by Edward from USA I don't think that's the case. Their parting of ways was due to a contract they signed before she was signed to Colombia. Mariah had agreed to split not only the songwriting royalties from the songs, but half of her earnings as well, something she never thought twice about while writing songs in his father's basement. When the time came to write music for Emotions, Sony officials made it clear he would only be paid the fair amount given to co-writers on an album. Ben didn't like it and filed a lawsuit against Sony, claiming that under contract, he would be entitled to work with Carey, as well as reap extra benefits. A judge settled that Margulies was to earn ten percent of Carey's direct earnings from her record sales, not including an income from any other ventures, but at that point their relationship was ruined. In an interview, back then, Mariah stated: "I signed blindly. Later, I tried to make it right so we could continue, but he wouldn't accept it." (Monday 29 January 2024; 16:41) this is a reply to message 105,168

Who is Caution about? (105,168) by MusicfanJ from Germany Good questions. I do believe that Ben was in love with Mariah. Who could not in 90? But of course we don't know. I can't remember from the book too. I have the original in English and it was not easy to read as an non-native speaker. So maybe some of you know more from the chapter of her book? I think if Tommy wasn't so controlling, it could have worked out. At least longer than it did. It's really a tragic "love story". Yes, Glitter wouldn't have happened. I have to listen to Caution today. "Giving me Life" is so cool. Could it be about Derek Jeter because of the Norma Jean reference like Marilyn and Joe DiMaggio? (Monday 29 January 2024; 13:39)

Who is Caution about? (105,169) by Edward from USA Once signed to Colombia, Mariah continued working with Ben Margulies, but they were not going anywhere in terms of producing her first album. Mariah thought they could, but they were not ready for that. At that time they were working from his improvised studio at a basement. Tommy eventually had to step in by bringing big names producers and that's when things started moving on. Mariah doesn't mention Ben much because he basically took advantage of a very young Mariah by making her sign a contract in which he ended up getting paid for multiple albums in which he didn't have any input. (Monday 29 January 2024; 16:16) this is a reply to message 105,167

Who is Caution about? (105,167) by Jamie from UK I was only thinking about Ben Margulies the other day. Do you think he was infatuated with Mariah and that's why he was side lined? Seems odd that he co wrote her first three singles all going to number one. I may have forgotten something from the book, it's a while since I read it and I'm old lol. Was it the start of Tommy's control? Was also curious the other day, had Mariah not wanted to break out into R&B at the time would her marriage to Tommy have lasted longer? She clearly says in Petals that she really loved him. If he'd not been so controlling I wonder if they could have worked for longer. Relationships are complicated things and sometimes it's a case of two people being out the worst in each other but you can still truly love the person. Had they lasted longer in be interested to see what her next couple of albums would have been like, Glitter wouldn't have happened, whilst bipolar is generally inherited (I have it myself) she may not have had such a severe breakdown and maybe would not have as many issues now. This is just me thinking hypothetically I'm just interested in peoples spin on things. (Monday 29 January 2024; 11:00)

Back to Mariah (105,162) by Edward from USA I would definitely be down for a Jazz EP. If she's inspired enough to include songs like Kissing a Fool on it, she could release a whole album. (Sunday 28 January 2024; 20:17) this is a reply to message 105,161

Back to Mariah (105,161) by Robert-Anthony from United States I would love for MC to release Nevertheless and 4 other jazz standards on iTunes as an EP while we wait for MC16. What does she have to lose? It would get people and the media talking about her music. (Sunday 28 January 2024; 19:33)

I guess (105,153) by Edward from USA A Jazz album with vocal moments would be cool. A Jazz album with just whispers singing, no thank you. (Sunday 28 January 2024; 13:27) this is a reply to message 105,152

I guess (105,152) by Zachariah from Croatia I have to be a hater here and admit that I really don't like when she sings jazzy songs and similar. I am an old school pop lover (even a bubble pop like Britney) and I only want to hear songs like Fantasy, Honey, Heartbreaker, basically anything with a hard clean beat. Please don't judge. (Sunday 28 January 2024; 09:50)

Back to Mariah (105,146) by Edward from USA I have listened to it just twice. I actually like it a lot. I just hope for some vocal moments on the new album, no matter the genre. (Sunday 28 January 2024; 00:56) this is a reply to message 105,139

Back to Mariah (105,139) by Stacey from USA I just love her version of Nevertheless (I'm in love with you.) MC, if you're listening as a favor to a longtime fan, please record this song and put it on your next album. (Saturday 27 January 2024; 22:47)

Political (105,141) by Edward from USA Stacey, stop with the facts. Some people might self-combust here. Back to Mariah. (Saturday 27 January 2024; 23:31) this is a reply to message 105,136

Political (105,136) by Stacey from USA Sexuality is binary. Sex and gender are one in the same. Men and women. Period. That's not my opinion, that's science. We can agree to disagree on that one. I will agree that MC has all kinds of fans from all over the globe who should be allowed to express their opinions. I might disagree with Libra Lamb but I'll always defend their right to speak. Why? Because I want that same courtesy. It's that simple. (Saturday 27 January 2024; 22:27)

Article: Mariah shows off physique in sparkling "swimwear" (105,126) by Edward from USA As I stated, you can't reason with insanity. Good to know any of your ridiculous posts won't be directed at me. (Saturday 27 January 2024; 18:27) this is a reply to message 105,123

Article: Mariah shows off physique in sparkling "swimwear" (105,123) by Libra Lamb from USA You're absolutely right about one thing. I don't know you and you don't know me. I don't want that either or you'd already know my name and face. I'm a very private person in my life and choose my friends carefully. I prefer to be called nameless and faceless than to get to know you. And there won't be a next time since I'll be scrolling right past your posts, Bill's who likes to put words in my mouth and Edward's and we all know why. At least stand by your words you post and not gaslight people. I'm just repeating what you guys post. You're welcomed. Muah. (Saturday 27 January 2024; 14:40)

Article: Mariah shows off physique in sparkling "swimwear" (105,115) by Edward from USA Robert, I think Mariah should keep her mouth shut like back in the day when we didn't have to know everything. It was more exciting when we discovered collaborations and producers a few days before albums were released. I just hope she has videos, remixes and a plan by the time she drops the album. Mariah used to have a veil of mystery around her, I hope she brings that back. (Friday 26 January 2024; 20:34) this is a reply to message 105,114

Article: Mariah shows off physique in sparkling "swimwear" (105,114) by Robert-Anthony from United States Today's topics would fit right into Sociology 101 and Contemporary Social Issues. Lol. What about MC's lack of transparency about who she is collaborating with for MC16? It's Friday everyone. Let's chill with your favorite adult drink. (Friday 26 January 2024; 20:20)

Article: Mariah shows off physique in sparkling "swimwear" (105,113) by Edward from USA Exactly, they have turned the community into a joke with their 20,000 pronuns and 100+ genders. When you can't define the word woman without using the word woman in the defnintion, you know our society is on its way to the toilet. When people now entertain reducing women to being chestfeeders, vagina havers, pregnant people, birthing people just to accommodate some and in the name of inclusion, you know we're effed up. When you have trans women with obviously bigger lungs, hearts and stronger physiques regardless of how long they've been on testosterone supressants, oblitarating women sports, we know misogyny is rampant, yet we're all grouped together with this madness. I love and respect women, and I'll be damned the day I refer to a woman as anything other than a woman. One can never reason with insanity, let alone meet insanity in the middle. The community had reached a very stable middle, until some wanted more and more and more. Now, trans women are not trans women, they are real women. I'm so glad people are starting to push back. (Friday 26 January 2024; 20:07) this is a reply to message 105,110

Article: Mariah shows off physique in sparkling "swimwear" (105,110) by Bill from the UK "Just let people live their own lives and mind your own business." Everyone's on board with that, but the "T+" that got annexed on and now tars the "LGB" with the same brush, won't do that. Let's campaign to castrate children instead, and speak to 5 year olds about sex. It's wrong. Wake up to yourself. (Friday 26 January 2024; 17:00)

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