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About Matty from Vancouver Canada: I love music of all kinds, with R&B and pop toping my list of favourite genres. I've been a Mariah fan since Charmbraclet, there was something about that album that connects on a deep level. Other favourite albums are Glitter, Daydream, The Emancipation of Mimi, and Me. I Am Mariah. My Favourite Mariah Songs are: The Art of Letting Go, Fantasy & Shake It Off. My Least Favourite album is Music Box. My most start-to-finish listened album (don't-skip-a-track albums): Emotions, Butterfly, The Emancipation of Mimi and Me. I Am Mariah: The Elusive Chanteuse.

Video view check-in (88,549) by Matty from Vancouver Canada The "A No No" video is having some steady viewing this week. My guess is it'll be the most viewed video from the album sooner rather the later: 1) GTFO - 7.9M views (uploaded 6 months ago, September 14, '18) 2) With You - 6.8M views (uploaded 5 months ago, October 10, '18) 3) A No No - 2.2M views (uploaded 5 days ago, March 8, '19) I really enjoy how well all three of these videos flow together, and watching them as a trilogy. (Wednesday 13 March 2019; 16:48)

Re: Original Music Box track listing (88,491) (88,495) by Matty from Vancouver Canada I agree Licia, Everything Fades Away, including my consciousness when I listen to this song. Music Box is already a pretty sleepy album, and I'm happy to put it to bed after All I Ever Wanted. (Tuesday 12 March 2019; 00:52)

New York Times 25 songs that matter right now (88,478) by Matty from Vancouver Canada I'm all here this NYT's list. 1. Bruce Springsteen 2. Ariana Grande 3. Mariah Carey 4. Meek Mill 5. Travis Scott 6. Lady Gaga 8. Beyoncé & Jay-Z 10. Kacey Musgraves 12. Tierra Whack 18. Robyn 19. Rosalía 22. The 1975 23. Weezer (Monday 11 March 2019; 16:53)

A No No single art? (88,476) by Matty from Vancouver Canada I wonder if there's going to be new "A No No" single art? Maybe when the remix is released? "With You" single art is one of my favourite ever. Given the fantasic visuals of "A No No" video, they could do a really dope '90's neon themed single art. (Monday 11 March 2019; 16:39)

Re: Remix coming (88,437) (88,445) by Matty from Vancouver Canada Amen JD. So it's confirmed dahlings. Bet they are gonna release it in time for the start of summer. Maybe then I'll get the Shake It Off video sequel I was hoping for lol. (Sunday 10 March 2019; 01:01)

Was expecting Shake It Off the sequel (88,400) by Matty from Vancouver Canada I love A No No as a song, the video is visually amazing (colours, vibe, general concept, the set, the looks and ensembles, all the semi-recognizable insta faces in the background). However I was hoping for a full on Shake It Off part 2. The look and themes would have been the perfect sequel to Shake It Off. Neon lights, sleek sexy hair and all. However, that video took four days to shoot? Didn't With You take a day to film, and there were multiple locations in that shoot? I'm disappointed after all the chatter about a remix, there isn't one. Watching GTFO, With You, and A No No in order; it's a nice thematic package of glamour shot videos that flow extremely well together. The themes and vibe of each video flow much more smoothly then the previous era of #Beautiful, You're Mine, and the non-existing YDKWTD video. (Friday 8 March 2019; 17:26)

Re: The setlist (88,220) (88,226) by Matty from Vancouver Canada Best setlist ever. I love every choice and applaud the real focus on Caution tracks. I'm surprised The Distance isn't on there because they did a bit of promo for it. But beyond happy to see 8th Grade. The #JusticeForGlitter section is a dream come true. With You into Hero will be a great transition. I'm absolutely here My Saving Grace making the cut. She needs to explore the deep cuts live way more often. Lord I hope she brings the tour to the West Coast at some point. (Thursday 28 February 2019; 20:47)

Mr. Smollett (88,148) by Matty from Vancouver Canada Now that Jessie Smollett was arrested today for staging his own attack and sending himself that note to help him negotiate a higher salary on Empire; do you think Mariah and other celebs will take down their social media posts of support? I'm a massive Empire fan, and totally loved Jessie (right down to his leaked nudes online lol), but no. Wow. I can't know what to say. Disgusting and embarrassing for anyone who was his fan or supporter. I wonder what Lee Daniels thinks? Do you think he's a sociopath? This case is shocking. Guess he got to check off opening for Mariah from his Hollywood bucket list, before it all comes crashing down. (Thursday 21 February 2019; 21:32)

MC's age? (88,111) by Matty from Vancouver Canada Why does wiki list Mariah's birth year as 1969 or 1970? What difference does 1 year make, it's not like she was lying to enlist in the army or something. Lol. Any insights? See: How old is Mariah and How old is Mariah Carey? 40 or 41? (Wednesday 20 February 2019; 00:20)

Re: My Caution world tour setlist (88,077) (88,097) by Matty from Vancouver Canada Robert-Anthony, your preferred setlist is my favourite so far. Everyone has awesome set list suggestions so far. I think we're all ready to pass the #1s standard set list, if I'm reading everyone on this borde correctly. Here's what I would love to see: 1. GTFO intro into Heat 2. I'm that chick 3. It's like that 4. Touch my body 5. A no no remix 6. #Beautiful 7. With you 8. I don't want to cry 9. Caution 10. You don't know what to do 11. Loverboy 12. Shake it off 13. Fantasy 14. Triumphant vintage remix 15. Don't forget about us 16. The distance 17. We belong together / Butterfly closer I think the general public and Lambs are over Hero being the "encore" at the end of a show. I think now, in 2019, We Belong Together is Mariah's signature song. Hero is getting dated, and apart of that Barbra Streisand/Celine vain of Adult Contemprary standards, which IMO doesn't represent Mariah's individual, unique artistry. (Monday 18 February 2019; 19:52)

Re: Article: Mariah Carey's "I Don't" joins Hot 100 at #89 (88,062) (88,066) by Matty from Vancouver Canada Great point Chops. Infinity also had the support of the new greatest hits compilation, the brand new Vegas show, and a music video paid for with a Match.com sponsorship. I Don't's video, as trashy as it was, got people talking. I had people who don't really follow Mariah tell me they watch the music video for the wedding dress being burned scene because it was so outrageous that she would burn a $500k dress in a fire pit (as it was framed in the media). There's been no scandal surrounding Caution, and poeple love to see Mimi in the depths of drama. (Saturday 16 February 2019; 07:27)

Re: Article: Mariah Carey's "I Don't" joins Hot 100 at #89 (88,041) (88,060) by Matty from Vancouver Canada I have also wondered how I Don't and Infinity charted, yet GTFO nothing. The quaintly of all Cautions tracks are head and shoulders about either I Don't or Infinity. How? (Saturday 16 February 2019; 00:11)

John and Mariah (87,954) by Matty from Vancouver Canada I would love a John Legend and Mariah Carey duet album. Lots of piano, strings, orchestra, their beautiful voices melting together. I think they could make magic together. When Christmas Comes duet version wasn't enough for me. Someone also mentioned on this board, Mariah seems to feel very comfortable working with an orchestra, so I think her output would be great. (Thursday 7 February 2019; 18:36)

Re: Mariah / Super Bowl (87,948) (87,953) by Matty from Vancouver Canada Lol. I only said she should where pants, Mariah looks amazing in pants and body suits IMO. I've also been to some Mariah concerts where she moves freely and easily around the stage having a blast, and then I've been to other concerts where she stands on the X-mark the entire show (a performance like the Super Bowl needs the former, given the nature of that massive venue and audience). One of Mariah's signature and most iconic Mariah hair is the massive huge curls. I'm not sure where in my comment you felt I was re-imagining who MC is and expecting something that's not her? Everything I mentioned is the same Mariah we've seen many times before. Remember this is a hypothetical "if" Mariah were to play the Super Bowl. I'm well aware Mariah is in on the "diva glamour" persona, and lives that up and has fun playing that up. You're right it ain't that serious (Thursday 7 February 2019; 18:19)

Re: Mariah / Super Bowl (87,932) (87,938) by Matty from Vancouver Canada I think Mimi doing the Super Bowl with a roaster of other big names, like they did in 2001 with Britney, Aerosmith, Mary J and 'NSYNC, would be the best play and a huge success if she were to sign on. I completely agree with her staying away from the standards she always does and really mixing it up with a medley of Triumphant Vintiage Remix, Meteorite, and A No No remix (que Missy, Cardi and Lil' Kim to also take the stage). The rest of the artist line up could be Bruce Springsteen, Cardi B, Shawn Mendes, and Shakira with an awesome dance sequence. Each artist does their own 3-4 song medley to charge the crowd up. All tastes and demos would be a tapped which is what made 2001 so successful. Also... no gowns at all on MC. She needs to wear pants, lower shoes to be able to move around the stage freely and without hand holding, and have massive Diva's Live hair circa 1998. (Wednesday 6 February 2019; 18:13)

Re: Caution v Charmbracelet (87,863) (87,866) by Matty from Vancouver Canada I love Charmbraclet [sic] (this is the album that I became a Lamb with), I'd love to hear more about how Caution is the second coming of Charmbraclet in your option. I see Butterfly, Charmbraclet and Caution as their own trilogy because of the cohesion, moody vibe and specific flow those three albums have. My only grip with Charmbraclet is it has my least favourite album art. The washed out colour palet that I think is meant to be Mediterranean beachy, and her facial expression. (I'm not sure what she wanted to communicate with it. Pain? Strength? Hurt? Perseverance?) I obsessed with the Caution album art. My favorite to date up there with E=MC2 gorgeous classy artwork. (Saturday 2 February 2019; 19:48)

Mariah's managers? 1990-2019 (87,735) by Matty from Vancouver Canada Out of curiousity, can someone list all of Mariah's managers since the start of her career and the years they worked together (and if that manager has managed another recognized artist, list one or two)? (Monday 28 January 2019; 00:09)

Re: The sequence of events (87,670) (87,674) by Matty from Vancouver Canada Agreed. If I work for someone, and their pee is anywhere near my being... I'm out. Unless golden showers were listed in her job offer, this makes no sense. I also don't understand why Mariah is the target if her suite is all about Stella's abusive ways. (Of course it's where the money is, but pragmatically, how could Mariah be blamed for Stella's abuse?) Does anyone remember seeing this assistant out and about with Mariah? Did this assistant not come on board at Mariah Corp. around the same time as Stella? I would assume Stella had a hand in these recordings the assistant made. I wonder what Tanaka has to say about Stella and the assistant. He was around for the whole mess and seems to have been a savior in the situation to help pull Mariah out of this dark place. One final thought regarding Mariah's possible drug use seen in videos. 1) She's in the music business, "it's all rock and roll baby". 2) She's a grown women who swears and probably uses some kind of substances to let loose. 3) Wasn't there a scene in Mariah's World where the crew on tour were saying they were tripping on Molly/MDMA? (Tuesday 22 January 2019; 20:50)

Merry Mariah season (87,220) by Matty from Vancouver Canada Merry Christmas and the Merriest of Mariah season MCA Lambs. I'm hosting a big Christmas Eve open house with my partner tonight, and you best believe you know what three vinyls will be on constant rotation at the party (hint hint: one's vinyl is red, one vinyl's a orchestral party that never disappoints, and one vinyl is getting the most rave reviews from critics across the board and 2018 best album lists). (Monday 24 December 2018; 19:41)

Cher having a moment (86,901) by Matty from Vancouver Canada Cher is having a serious, beautiful, celebratory moment right now (at the fabulous ages of 72), and it got me thinking: How high are some people's expectation for Mariah, compared to a five and a half decade long diva? Cher's first solo album dropped in 1965 (Mariah's 1990). 10 years into her career, Cher's 12th album "Stars" peaked at #153 (compare that to Mariah's Rainbow (#2)/Glitter (#7) which were also around that 10 year mark). Cher's 15th album "Take Me Home" peaked at number #25. Mariah's 15th album is peaking at #5. Madonna hasn't yet released 15 albums yet (Rebel Heart being her 13th). Janet Jackson has given us 11 studio albums. Whitney sadly only gave us 7 studio albums. What makes even some Mariah's "biggest fans" always questions if she's "done for good/lost it/going to finally retire" with even new album release since 2001 and/or 2005? What is that? To quote Mariah from that ****in reality show she did, "J.L.T/Job Long Time". She's in it for the long haul kids, buckle in, she's got 24 years before hitting 72. You might not like absolutely everything she releases, but she's released 15 albums with mostly original music written, sung and produced by your dahling dearest. Your opinions of her music through the decades are just that, your opinion, which equals no more then anyone else. Personally I believe Mariah has hit her stride with Caution. Others think it was with Music Box. (Which in my opinion is her most boarding, uninspired, caged, run of the mill circa 1993 album, that happened to have some of her most buttery smooth powerful vocals. Her voice was certainly there, however, her true art was not. Celine or Whitney could have sung and released Music Box as well, and we wouldn't know it was created by Mariah. Kinda like few people know that "Where are You Christmas" sung by Faith Hill was written by Mariah.) Only Mariah can create a Butterfly, Charmbraclet, Caution or Emancipation of Mimi. Truly think about it. Those four albums are a genre within themselves. It's the R&B Hip Pop that Mariah's defined for herself and her personal art, that only she can express to the finest decimal point. Personally, I'm buckled in for the next three or four decades and I'll be continuing the soap opera that is "the story of uniquely unparalleled of Ms. Mariah Carey". (Thursday 6 December 2018; 04:07)

Re: Why 8th Grade? Butterfly marries TEOM (86,651) (86,661) by Matty from Vancouver Canada "Caution" is anything but boring. Smooth, silky, moody, warm, dark, ambient. Anyone play this record while they [censored]? It's a damn hot album. (Thursday 29 November 2018; 18:14)

Cohesive vs. disjointed (86,625) by Matty from Vancouver Canada I believe "Butterfl" and "Caution" are Mariah's most cohesive albums start to finish. The track to track flow of both albums is masterful. "Rainbow" and "MIAM" are completely disjointed. I can count the number of times I've listened to Rainbow start to finish on one hand nearly two decades after its release (although I like all the songs individually). I love every single MIAM track individually (except for the oddly unnecessary "America The Beautiful" bonus), but now listening to it front to back in order, after listening to "Caution", it's very jarring sequencing. I've always had MIAM sequenced differently on my personal playlist since it came out. The cohesion of "Caution" juxtaposed to the disjointed nature of MIAM truly exemplifies how Mariah's got a renewed love and connection with her art. "Let the queen make music for her most loyal of fans, but more importantly, for herself." - Lauren Alvarez, Forbes. This statement is as true for "Butterfly" as it is for "Caution". (Wednesday 28 November 2018; 21:19)

Re: Why 8th Grade? Butterfly marries TEOM (86,615) (86,623) by Matty from Vancouver Canada Ahh this all makes so much more sense. Now listening to "8th Grade", relating it to Mariah being an outsider at elementary school, being young and exposed to very adult elements and situations in life etc. "8th Grade" is a song title that makes sense. She should have kept the full title "8th Grade, Rough" to give some insight to the lyrical references, however what she said in the Pitchfolk interview, and what she explained in the Genius interview give clarity. These recent interviews have been amazing. I've gotten so used to Mariah giving vague, pussy-footing, non-answers in interviews when asked specific and direct questions about her music, that it's a breath of fresh air to hear her once again explain her art and it's conception in detail the way she did a decade ago. Ok, now that I've gotten my answer, I don't have a single gripe about "Caution" at all. Well, other then I wish "Caution" had two more songs because only 40 minutes of new Mariah is simple not enough sugar for my ears. (Wednesday 28 November 2018; 20:53)

Why 8th Grade? Butterfly marries TEOM (86,615) by Matty from Vancouver Canada Question. Why do we think Mariah called the song "8th Grade"? From the amazing music, to vibrant and fresh packaging of the album, to the fantastic promo the era... literally my only gripe with "Caution" is this song title. I love the song. Always on repeat, and love that it's produced by Timba. By why not call it "You're not my world", or something related to the lyrical content or song message. Any insights or thoughts? "Caution" is brilliant and feels like the album Mariah's always wanted to make. It's feels like the marriage of Butterfly and TEOM. (Wednesday 28 November 2018; 17:42)

#1 still going the distance (86,510) by Matty from Vancouver Canada Just a thought: The Distance would have been the perfect song to close out #1 to Infinity album, rather then Infinity. The message and vibe of The Distance would have been a perfect closer and thank you to the fans for the support that gave her 18 #1s. I do like Infiniy, and listen to it regularly, however the celebratory sound and intrumentation of Infinity has never lined up with the diss lyrics imo. The flow from Touch My Body into The Distance would have been smooth, and The Distance's characteristics are more inline with the vibe the first 18 tracks set up. Rename the album "#1: Still Going the Distance". Just a thought for fun. (Sunday 25 November 2018; 21:05)

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