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A look back at 2023 (104,368)
by Jamie from UK
(Sunday 3 December 2023; 16:42) | | |
| Gosh it only feels like 2 minutes since top posters was last published. |
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This is a reply to message 104,367 by
Robert-Anthony from United States
(Sunday 3 December 2023; 16:07) | | |
Hello Eric. Thank you for all that you do to keep the board going strong all of these years. I noticed that you were still posting until 9pm Eastern time last night. Usually the last post is 6pm Eastern. Thank you for keeping the hot topic of "We lost #1" going way into the night. It was a fun way to end the night.
And what a year it has been for topics on the board. Can you think about posting on New Year's Eve the top 15 topics of 2023 with the most replies and likes? Just this November and December alone, I know Mariah vs. Brenda, We lost #1, and Emotions formula will make the list. Also, can you post the top posters for 2023? Andrew returned back in August (or was it September?) and tried to take my special guest star status. Lol.  |
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We lost the #1 (104,359)
by Jamie from UK
(Sunday 3 December 2023; 13:02) | | |
I'm happy with the success she's had with that song already, let someone else have number 1. It's not like it's not been there already.
Christmas songs are so competitive these days, but at least Mariah has a song that's considered one of the last classic Christmas songs. |
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This is a reply to message 104,347 by
Pedro from Brazil
(Saturday 2 December 2023; 22:52) | | |
| According to Talk of the Charts, Brenda will be #1. |
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Emotions formula (104,358)
by Jamie from UK
(Sunday 3 December 2023; 12:59) | | |
| Seems you only like things your way. [You're] usually wrong as seen over and over on this forum. I can't help but think "if it's over" for your opinions. |
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This is a reply to message 104,353 by
Terna from Nigeria
(Sunday 3 December 2023; 10:12) | | |
Well we agree to disagree now don't we ? No need to be aggressive about it and come with the name calling, getting all ruffled about a simple opinion. And "Chain of Fools" and "Think" Gospel inflected? Now that's a first, confusing Soul with Gospel. Get Your genres right Mr.  |
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Emotions formula (104,356)
by Jamie from UK
(Sunday 3 December 2023; 12:55) | | |
Exactly Andrew, such a weak song, no emotion, no soul, no body.  |
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This is a reply to message 104,346 by
Andrew from United Kingdom
(Saturday 2 December 2023; 22:17) | | |
| Let's remind ourselves what weak certainly does not look like. |
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Emotions formula (104,340)
by Jamie from UK
(Saturday 2 December 2023; 20:49) | | |
| [If it's over] weak. I think not. |
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This is a reply to message 104,335 by
Terna from Nigeria
(Saturday 2 December 2023; 20:06) | | |
Let's count the fillers on "Emotions" shall we?
1. "And you don't Remember" - I rarely play this song, it just isn't strong enough and is indeed one of her weaker ballads with a high note thrown in just because.
2. "So Blessed" - I personally love this song, but I also recognize it ain't no classic and quite forgettable. Even Mariah herself was like "oh please which so blessed" when the lambs made her pick an absolute favorite in a versus format a few years back.
3. "You're So Cold" - Oh my, what a waste of space a better song would've occupied and it was 5 whole minutes long, hideous. Skipped every single time.
4. "If it's Over" - Another weak ballad with a high note thrown in. This song actually is sort of disjointed, as its feel doesn't match the lyrics. It is a breakup song that sounds Gospel. With the gospel sound, one expects to hear an uplifting lyric or inspiring one, but this is dark. She got it right with "I am free" and "Anytime you need a friend".
This record was also kinda what turned the general public off her high notes because the placements came across as "just because", and with such a display on the title track, the rest should've had it toned way down in the background like on "Can't Let Go". The saving grace for this album are her vocals which are top notch capturing just how powerful her instrument is. |
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Emotions formula (104,338)
by Jamie from UK
(Saturday 2 December 2023; 20:44) | | |
| Emotions is one of her best albums. Full of soul and maturity. I'd chose this album over the debut any day. |
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This is a reply to message 104,316 by
Terna from Nigeria
(Friday 1 December 2023; 21:00) | | |
I'll just say this, between those two records, one is on the cusp of being certified Diamond - her third if I might add, while the other still has a long way to go (the numbers never lie). There's a reason why "Vision of Love" and "Love Takes Time" were the songs chosen for the tribute - they are instantly recognizable classics (even in that time), that have stood the test of time, the kind of songs seasoned songwriters would kill to have to their credit, written by a then 19 year old  a testament in itself and can only be found on the most stellar debut ever by an artist - Mariah Carey. |
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Would you rather (104,287)
by Jamie from UK
(Wednesday 29 November 2023; 23:37) | | |
| Unlike Britney who also did the dirty on him with Wade Robson. I like Justin and I like Britney. I don't care what they get up to in their personal lives. No one is perfect. |
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This is a reply to message 104,284 by
Libra Lamb from USA
(Wednesday 29 November 2023; 22:36) | | |
| A brand new album would be better since it will be hard to provide the loyal fans with a complete Rarities album of unheard songs. The first Rarities album had some really good gems but we'd heard a few of the tracks already. |
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Grio Awards performances (104,242)
by Jamie from UK
(Monday 27 November 2023; 01:59) | | |
| It was lovely to see Mariah acting so humble, she seemed calm and together here. I hope she takes comfort in the fact she's a respected artist and sees these great singers singing her songs and thinks how important her craft is, and not focus so much on how she looks, and gets back to what she does best. She's seemed like her old self sat there and didn't come across as a diva. |
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This is a reply to message 104,235 by
Terna from Nigeria
(Sunday 26 November 2023; 17:57) | | |
| Patti killed it as expected and Jennifer Hudson tore up "Vision of Love". I [loved] that declaration Jhud said before the final note "we love you" and [indeed] we do Mariah. |
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View from here (104,200)
by Jamie from UK
(Friday 24 November 2023; 10:56) | | |
| Haha. I forgive you. She was on fire in that show, so much fun and very in the moment. |
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This is a reply to message 104,191 by
Andrew from United Kingdom
(Thursday 23 November 2023; 22:54) | | |
| I was actually thinking of the E=MC2 era and particularly the TMB video and the presenting of the Friday Night Project. Mariah was so animated and fun. Can you imagine what the show would be like if she presented TFNP now? Well Jamie wouldn't have gone, for a start lol and I might get his name right. I'm an idiot. |
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Performance (104,148)
by Jamie from UK
(Tuesday 21 November 2023; 09:46) | | |
| Well said Ed. How many singers are no longer here because too many yes people around them? Part of being human is being able to take criticism so you can grow and continue to live a positive life. Being famous is even harder as [you're] living in a completely different world and it's more important to remember who you are and to be able to take criticism. |
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This is a reply to message 104,143 by
Edward from USA
(Tuesday 21 November 2023; 01:48) | | |
| People on this board love Mariah and have given her some great advice. If there were only "yasss queen" lambs posting here, Mariah would still be believing she was fooling anyone. All the "yasss queen" sites disappeared for a reason. Mariah is a musical genius, she should be held to higher standards. I'm glad she probably reading this board since she seems to be doing some of things recommended here. |
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Performance (104,140)
by Jamie from UK
(Monday 20 November 2023; 19:17) | | |
| This is our Mariah. Looking beautiful, confident and composed. Keep up the hard work MC. |
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This is a reply to message 104,132 by
Tameka walker from United states
(Monday 20 November 2023; 06:06) | | |
| I watched Mariah's performance and I really enjoyed it. She can still sing it's not like when she came out in the nineties but she can still sing her face off. She was even trying to do something a little bit different to let the audience know that hey I can still sing and I am singing live not all was live but most of it was. I would like to know what you guys think. Do you think she was singing live or was she lipping it? Well I love Mariah I have loved her since day one. She is incomparable. Mariah Carey often duplicated never imitated. You guys also have to remember that all these young girls like Christina (42), Britney (41), Jessica (43), Beyoncé (42) and so forth studied Mariah so they can be like her. I often come on this board but hardly ever post anything but when she does a good job I would like to leave a positive message to up lift her. Let her know that her die hard fans like me are with her. Everyone has a right to feel how they want and say what they want this is a free country. I have always been one of her biggest fans because I have always wanted to sing and I love singers with big voices. I love you Mariah you are such an inspiration. |
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Bryan Tanaka (104,122)
by Jamie from UK
(Sunday 19 November 2023; 10:08) | | |
| The question is do you really have a life if you have to come on here and give such a negative response to a post. I simply stated I won't be going to the concert, if that really offends and triggers you then you're the one that needs to evaluate if you have a life or not. |
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This is a reply to message 104,114 by
JR from United States
(Saturday 18 November 2023; 22:16) | | |
| Oh no you ruined everything by deciding to not go. Do any of you have lives outside of this messageboard? To come on here just to announce you aren't going? Nobody cares or asked. |
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Bryan Tanaka (104,105)
by Jamie from UK
(Saturday 18 November 2023; 11:08) | | |
| I don't think I'm gonna go the NYC concert after watching clips. Gonna step this one out and see what next year brings. |
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This is a reply to message 104,098 by
Bill from the UK
(Friday 17 November 2023; 22:17) | | |
There's a rumour that Bryan Tanaka was arrested a few months ago in Brazil for his involvement in a scam several years ago (pre-Mariah). Not sure if it's true or completely made up, but that would explain his absence recently and subsequent removal from her Instagram. Or, they may have simply broken up. It happens.
As for the Christmas concerts, I'm not even going to waste my time watching the videos. It's the same thing we see every year. Like you all, I fear for Mariah's wellbeing and whatever she is battling. But continuing the charade is not helping anyone. The truth will come out one day I suppose. |
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Status of things (104,088)
by Jamie from UK
(Friday 17 November 2023; 04:07) | | |
| They haven't been seen together for months. I hope she is ok, I never really got her attraction to Tanaka tbh but if she was happy fair enough but I think she can do better. |
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This is a reply to message 104,084 by
MusicfanJ from Germany
(Thursday 16 November 2023; 14:00) | | |
As always beautiful written Mara. You described it so well with the "auto pilot". I also think her inner sparkle is missing. Last year it was there and she was shining. Yes, maybe she's just tired. I hope she's okay. I also wondered that there are no new pics with Bryan. Of course it's private but usually they post pics during Thanksgiving and the Christmas season. We'll see. I hope she's ready for the concerts and can enjoy it with the lambily.  |
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Status of things (104,081)
by Jamie from UK
(Thursday 16 November 2023; 09:28) | | |
| Just seen her singing Always Be My Baby from last nights concert, whilst I thought she seemed good I couldn’t help but notice her looking at the auto cue frequently. How can she not know the words to her own songs? |
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This is a reply to message 104,069 by
Mara from United States
(Wednesday 15 November 2023; 21:59) | | |
| I have to agree with this Bradley. There is something missing this year or season I should say. She looks like she is going through the motions and is perhaps on "auto pilot". I hope she is ok. Her sparkle is a miss this year and I can feel it almost like the first year at the Beacon where she geared up singing Hero and she was separated from Nick. I wonder if her and Bryan took a break to see how things went and decided to officially end the relationship recently. I just hope she is ok. This is her time and she always has that sparkle in her eye and seeing her almost blank makes me sad. Maybe she is just tired of this and not in the mood this season. It happens to all of us. But as a day one 1990 fan, M always wears her heart on her sleeve and we can read her better than anyone else. We love you Mariah - go out there and have some amazing shows making amazing memories with your beautiful children by your side. |
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3 biggest feature shames (104,080)
by Jamie from UK
(Thursday 16 November 2023; 09:07) | | |
| I love Westlife but not on this track I'm afraid, Mariah's solo version is much better. I like WYC with Brian but defo prefer the solo version but nice to have both. |
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This is a reply to message 104,073 by
Matty from Vancouver Canada
(Wednesday 15 November 2023; 23:30) | | |
It's a darn shame that the following tracks didn't have the features included on the official album versions:
1) UOMF - Nicki Minaj
2) Whenever you call - Brian McKnight
3) Against all odds/Take a look at me now - Westlife
There are a few features I could have done without on the album release, these three are ones I wish were included on the official album release every time I listen to the respective albums in full. |
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Not sure what to do (104,052)
by Jamie from UK
(Tuesday 14 November 2023; 12:27) | | |
| Yes part of me wants to wait to see how these go first then consider going to next full concert. |
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This is a reply to message 104,048 by
Robert-Anthony from United States
(Tuesday 14 November 2023; 06:10) | | |
| These concerts are probably going to make us know that MC has her voice back or she will never get it back. It's hard to believe that her performance of The Distance on late night TV in 2019 was the last time she truly performed live without a pre-recorded track. |
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Not sure what to do (104,043)
by Jamie from UK
(Monday 13 November 2023; 21:48) | | |
| I'm gonna be in NYC on 9th December with work. I'm not sure if to go see Mariah at [Madison Square Garden]. Firstly [because] I've had too many holidays this year and need to save. And also mainly [because] I don't want to go and be disappointed. I've seen the Christmas show already and have been lucky enough to go the Daydream, Rainbow and Charmbracelet, Sweet Sweet Fantasy and #1's tours. I missed the [Caution] tour due to being away for my mums 70th. I'm worried if I go and she's not up to par it will upset me and don't really wanna see her not being able to hit the notes. Maybe it's best I hold onto the memories. What [do] you guys think? |
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Jimmy Kimmel (103,907)
by Jamie from UK
(Sunday 29 October 2023; 10:05) | | |
| Just seen Mariah is due to appear on Jimmy Kimmel show on 2nd November. I wonder if she will announce something then? |
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Black & White Hero (103,854)
by Jamie from UK
(Monday 23 October 2023; 08:57) | | |
| I’ve always wished that had been the video. I always felt two videos from [Proctor's Theatre] was just lazy especially for such a fantastic and popular album. |
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This is a reply to message 103,850 by
Andrew from United Kingdom
(Sunday 22 October 2023; 19:49) | | |
Just rewatched Proctor's Theatre and a bit puzzled by the inclusing of the B&W clip of Mariah on stage singing Hero in what is clearly a professionally edited scene.
Was this the original Hero video? Possibly canned by Tommy Mottola in favour of the real live-ish version? You would think surely that they would not have gone to all that trouble for a 30 second not-even-closer for the special. |
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Tis the season for something... (103,804)
by Jamie from UK
(Thursday 19 October 2023; 10:29) | | |
| Mariah herself however looks amazing. |
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This is a reply to message 103,796 by
Andrew from United Kingdom
(Wednesday 18 October 2023; 12:55) | | |
| I'm forced to agree. What's wrong with the dress, Jamie? It's a cute photo, Mariah's expression is one of genuine happiness, and I'll take that lovely dress of a leotard or sparkling ballgown any day. |
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Tis the season for something... (103,803)
by Jamie from UK
(Thursday 19 October 2023; 10:29) | | |
| I just don't see the point in it. It's an ok dress but I've seen better. I prefer Mariah covered up. But it's just not very modern I think it would be better as a Christmas tree skirt. |
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This is a reply to message 103,797 by
Edward from USA
(Wednesday 18 October 2023; 22:41) | | |
| I also think she looks fine in that red dress. Thank God she didn't go for a Little Red Riding Hood outfit. |
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Tis the season for something... (103,802)
by Jamie from UK
(Thursday 19 October 2023; 10:21) | | |
| I never said she didn't look nice, I actually prefer her covered up too. I just want music from her not a dress. |
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This is a reply to message 103,789 by
SM from Somewhere only u kno
(Wednesday 18 October 2023; 00:48) | | |
| Mariah can't do a thing without getting criticism. I mean you're really gonna judge her dress in a photo with her children? That's just pretty low. Most of these comments on this board are low, it's sad. |
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Tis the season for something... (103,785)
by Jamie from UK
(Tuesday 17 October 2023; 22:11) | | |
| I hope this is true and not just that awful dress she's flogging. |
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This is a reply to message 103,780 by
Shezz from Pk
(Tuesday 17 October 2023; 15:25) | | |
| Mariah has a Spotify taping with fans in LA in early November. She is also rumored to make a big announcement before her Christmas tour starts and have a big collaboration coming up. Could the fabled "Themed Album" be another Christmas album? Whereas a third Christmas album would be crazy even for Mariah, it also could be her safest album venture. Mariah is smart and knows her albums don't sell anymore but she also knows that she holds special magical powers during the holiday season. It's a long shot but maybe she's recorded another holiday album with a lot of collaborations? Either way - something is a'brewing. |
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It’s A Wrap 12" (103,742)
by Jamie from UK
(Saturday 14 October 2023; 09:22) | | |
| Is a 12" release really necessary or wanted? I get it was popular on TikTok but it's not like it broke the charts. I find Mariah fixates on something these days even when the moment has passed it desperate need for it to be popular. I wish she would fixate on getting herself back to a calm and controlled person again rather than being erratic and not being able to just have a conversation. |
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