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Edward (113,386) by Shezz from Pk I agree in most parts, but I don't think she is going to change her act now at the tail end of her career nearing 60. She's at the point in her career where she feels like she's done what she's needed to do, has lost the fans she's lost and as much as she wants commercial success, she's not going to change who she has become to get it. I can deal with the diva persona as long as she looks like she still has life in her eyes and some fire left in her soul. Until she gets there again she should only do print interviews and photo shoots. I hope her rumored collaborations with Rihanna and Sza are true and that they're not remixes. If they are, they're probably going to be on their albums and not saved another few years for MC17. (Friday 13 March 2026; 17:18) this is a reply to message 113,380

Edward (113,380) by Edward from USA Hi Bobby A, I'm good, thanks for asking. I hope you're doing well too. I actually meant to reply to one of your posts the other day but never got around to it. One thing I can tell is that the problem with Mariah is Mariah herself. If she doesn't start presenting herself in a more relatable way, she's basically done in the music business, aside from Christmas of course. The issue isn't really the music. As I was telling Randy, the bigger problem is the image she keeps projecting. The tired old "diva" persona has become repetitive and it feels out of touch with reality. What the new generation see in her is an overproduced, heavily styled diva image that feels distant and unrelatable. The gowns, the restrictive corsets, the layers of makeup, the constant entourage, it creates a wall between her and the audience. At some point she needs to drop the armor and just be more real and accessible. People today connect with authenticity much more than with the old-school diva mystique. If she showed more of the real person instead of the image, a younger audience might actually connect with her. (Thursday 12 March 2026; 21:35)

Edward (113,385) by Edward from USA Tell me you are a "yass queen" without telling me you are a "yass queen". As for your glittery pom-poms? Vintage, so adorable. (Friday 13 March 2026; 14:55) this is a reply to message 113,381

Edward (113,381) by Steven Berning from USA Another day where another pompous, self entitled "fan" tells Mariah everything she is doing wrong. Not insulting at all dahhhling. (Friday 13 March 2026; 07:37)

Edward (113,384) by Bobby A from United States Awesome. I am glad you are doing well. I am excited about my relocation back to Nashville this summer. Anyway, don't stay gone so long. I feel MC is going to start letting know what is coming later year. (Friday 13 March 2026; 14:11) this is a reply to message 113,380

Edward (113,380) by Edward from USA Hi Bobby A, I'm good, thanks for asking. I hope you're doing well too. I actually meant to reply to one of your posts the other day but never got around to it. One thing I can tell is that the problem with Mariah is Mariah herself. If she doesn't start presenting herself in a more relatable way, she's basically done in the music business, aside from Christmas of course. The issue isn't really the music. As I was telling Randy, the bigger problem is the image she keeps projecting. The tired old "diva" persona has become repetitive and it feels out of touch with reality. What the new generation see in her is an overproduced, heavily styled diva image that feels distant and unrelatable. The gowns, the restrictive corsets, the layers of makeup, the constant entourage, it creates a wall between her and the audience. At some point she needs to drop the armor and just be more real and accessible. People today connect with authenticity much more than with the old-school diva mystique. If she showed more of the real person instead of the image, a younger audience might actually connect with her. (Thursday 12 March 2026; 21:35)

Edward (113,383) by Jamie from UK Correct. (Friday 13 March 2026; 13:43) this is a reply to message 113,380

Edward (113,380) by Edward from USA Hi Bobby A, I'm good, thanks for asking. I hope you're doing well too. I actually meant to reply to one of your posts the other day but never got around to it. One thing I can tell is that the problem with Mariah is Mariah herself. If she doesn't start presenting herself in a more relatable way, she's basically done in the music business, aside from Christmas of course. The issue isn't really the music. As I was telling Randy, the bigger problem is the image she keeps projecting. The tired old "diva" persona has become repetitive and it feels out of touch with reality. What the new generation see in her is an overproduced, heavily styled diva image that feels distant and unrelatable. The gowns, the restrictive corsets, the layers of makeup, the constant entourage, it creates a wall between her and the audience. At some point she needs to drop the armor and just be more real and accessible. People today connect with authenticity much more than with the old-school diva mystique. If she showed more of the real person instead of the image, a younger audience might actually connect with her. (Thursday 12 March 2026; 21:35)

Glitter at 25: I love it then, I love it now (113,382) by Lainsky from Philippines Mariah Carey trends in X with Glitter on its 25th anniversary this year. The headline says, "Mariah Carey now embraces her once-hated Glitter album". The news says, "She's excited for a deluxe reissue this year for its 25th anniversary, including remastered videos, while teasing her unreleased 1995 grunge album and new music." I love it back in 2001 and I love it even more now. It's currently my second all-time favorite album, only next to Butterfly, of course. (Friday 13 March 2026; 12:16)

Edward (113,381) by Steven Berning from USA Another day where another pompous, self entitled "fan" tells Mariah everything she is doing wrong. Not insulting at all dahhhling. (Friday 13 March 2026; 07:37) this is a reply to message 113,380

Edward (113,380) by Edward from USA Hi Bobby A, I'm good, thanks for asking. I hope you're doing well too. I actually meant to reply to one of your posts the other day but never got around to it. One thing I can tell is that the problem with Mariah is Mariah herself. If she doesn't start presenting herself in a more relatable way, she's basically done in the music business, aside from Christmas of course. The issue isn't really the music. As I was telling Randy, the bigger problem is the image she keeps projecting. The tired old "diva" persona has become repetitive and it feels out of touch with reality. What the new generation see in her is an overproduced, heavily styled diva image that feels distant and unrelatable. The gowns, the restrictive corsets, the layers of makeup, the constant entourage, it creates a wall between her and the audience. At some point she needs to drop the armor and just be more real and accessible. People today connect with authenticity much more than with the old-school diva mystique. If she showed more of the real person instead of the image, a younger audience might actually connect with her. (Thursday 12 March 2026; 21:35)

Edward (113,380) by Edward from USA Hi Bobby A, I'm good, thanks for asking. I hope you're doing well too. I actually meant to reply to one of your posts the other day but never got around to it. One thing I can tell is that the problem with Mariah is Mariah herself. If she doesn't start presenting herself in a more relatable way, she's basically done in the music business, aside from Christmas of course. The issue isn't really the music. As I was telling Randy, the bigger problem is the image she keeps projecting. The tired old "diva" persona has become repetitive and it feels out of touch with reality. What the new generation see in her is an overproduced, heavily styled diva image that feels distant and unrelatable. The gowns, the restrictive corsets, the layers of makeup, the constant entourage, it creates a wall between her and the audience. At some point she needs to drop the armor and just be more real and accessible. People today connect with authenticity much more than with the old-school diva mystique. If she showed more of the real person instead of the image, a younger audience might actually connect with her. (Thursday 12 March 2026; 21:35) this is a reply to message 113,378

Edward (113,378) by Bobby A from United States Edward, how are you doing? (Thursday 12 March 2026; 13:13)

Jesus I Do (#11 Gospel) / Nothing Is Impossible (#25 Adult Pop) Billboard (113,379) by Stacey from USA Throw some shade my way. Lots of warm sunny days coming up in my neck of the woods. (Thursday 12 March 2026; 20:35) this is a reply to message 113,375

Jesus I Do (#11 Gospel) / Nothing Is Impossible (#25 Adult Pop) Billboard (113,375) by Zachariah from Croatia I never knew this so I was caught by surprise. And I love that shade has been thrown. (Wednesday 11 March 2026; 18:00)

Edward (113,378) by Bobby A from United States Edward, how are you doing? (Thursday 12 March 2026; 13:13)

Jeses I do (113,377) by Lighty from China Didn't they make Fall in Love at Christmas together already? (Thursday 12 March 2026; 04:12) this is a reply to message 113,376

Jeses I do (113,376) by Giovanni from USA I love JID and it's one of the highlights of Here For It All for me. It's very well written and produced. I wish MC would at least be nominated for the Gospel category. I think she should work with Kirk Franklin and see what they can make together. A full length gospel album is long overdue, but sadly I don't think MC has the vocals for that unless she gets her voice back. I definitely think a gospel album would do well and help her career. (Wednesday 11 March 2026; 21:19)

Jeses I do (113,376) by Giovanni from USA I love JID and it's one of the highlights of Here For It All for me. It's very well written and produced. I wish MC would at least be nominated for the Gospel category. I think she should work with Kirk Franklin and see what they can make together. A full length gospel album is long overdue, but sadly I don't think MC has the vocals for that unless she gets her voice back. I definitely think a gospel album would do well and help her career. (Wednesday 11 March 2026; 21:19)

Jesus I Do (#11 Gospel) / Nothing Is Impossible (#25 Adult Pop) Billboard (113,375) by Zachariah from Croatia I never knew this so I was caught by surprise. And I love that shade has been thrown. (Wednesday 11 March 2026; 18:00) this is a reply to message 113,372

Jesus I Do (#11 Gospel) / Nothing Is Impossible (#25 Adult Pop) Billboard (113,372) by Belinda Vasquez from USA I'm not quite sure why nobody is talking about this on the board right now, but currently on Billboard, Jesus I Do has reached a new peak of #11 on Billboard Gospel Airplay and Nothing Is Impossible continues to climb this week at #25 on Billboard Adult Pop Airplay. Also, the fact that Jesus I Do was nominated for two NAACP Awards last month and nobody discussed that on this board either nor a news post about it is disheartening. (Tuesday 10 March 2026; 15:33)

Jesus I Do (#11 Gospel) / Nothing Is Impossible (#25 Adult Pop) Billboard (113,374) by Lainsky from Philippines This is indeed great news. Thank you for sharing. At this point in her career, it is. But unfortunately, I only keep up with The Billboard Hot 100 and 200. NII should be officially released with a music video; it could perform well, as it is an inspirational song similar to "Hero" and the likes. As for "Jesus I Do", that's not surprising at all. (Wednesday 11 March 2026; 04:44) this is a reply to message 113,372

Jesus I Do (#11 Gospel) / Nothing Is Impossible (#25 Adult Pop) Billboard (113,372) by Belinda Vasquez from USA I'm not quite sure why nobody is talking about this on the board right now, but currently on Billboard, Jesus I Do has reached a new peak of #11 on Billboard Gospel Airplay and Nothing Is Impossible continues to climb this week at #25 on Billboard Adult Pop Airplay. Also, the fact that Jesus I Do was nominated for two NAACP Awards last month and nobody discussed that on this board either nor a news post about it is disheartening. (Tuesday 10 March 2026; 15:33)

Jesus I Do (#11 Gospel) / Nothing Is Impossible (#25 Adult Pop) Billboard (113,373) by Bobby A from United States Welcome Belinda. We are all excited about how songs from HFIA continue to receive radio airplay after six months. Does your airplay chart source list the radio stations playing JID and NII? I would love to listen a radio station playing them both on my phone. V103 in Atlanta sounds so good on my phone. (Tuesday 10 March 2026; 18:29) this is a reply to message 113,372

Jesus I Do (#11 Gospel) / Nothing Is Impossible (#25 Adult Pop) Billboard (113,372) by Belinda Vasquez from USA I'm not quite sure why nobody is talking about this on the board right now, but currently on Billboard, Jesus I Do has reached a new peak of #11 on Billboard Gospel Airplay and Nothing Is Impossible continues to climb this week at #25 on Billboard Adult Pop Airplay. Also, the fact that Jesus I Do was nominated for two NAACP Awards last month and nobody discussed that on this board either nor a news post about it is disheartening. (Tuesday 10 March 2026; 15:33)

Jesus I Do (#11 Gospel) / Nothing Is Impossible (#25 Adult Pop) Billboard (113,372) by Belinda Vasquez from USA I'm not quite sure why nobody is talking about this on the board right now, but currently on Billboard, Jesus I Do has reached a new peak of #11 on Billboard Gospel Airplay and Nothing Is Impossible continues to climb this week at #25 on Billboard Adult Pop Airplay. Also, the fact that Jesus I Do was nominated for two NAACP Awards last month and nobody discussed that on this board either nor a news post about it is disheartening. (Tuesday 10 March 2026; 15:33)

Healing words (113,371) by Bobby A from United States Lambi, please tell MC that I like reading on social media about what she may be releasing this year and the possible Sza and Rihanna collaborations. Also, tell MC let AIWFCIY do what it is going to do without any Christmas shows this year. I want her to promote SUD and The Rarities II this fall. One more thing, I would love for MC to have a Patti Labelle or Chaka Kahn sit down interview with Terrell Grice of The Terrell Show on YouTube. It would be a fun and interesting interview for 2026. (Sunday 8 March 2026; 23:20) this is a reply to message 113,370

Healing words (113,370) by Lambi from USA In Mariah's own words, "She said a couple things to me that was very healing for what I needed," in reference to her mom's last words to her. We will never know what Pat uttered to MC, as those are sacred words reserved only for her. But with the amount of love she has shown for her mother, "I want to honor her for giving me the gift of music." We can assume it's a reinvigoration Mariah's never felt before. They say a part of you dies the moment your mother passes. And from personal friends' accounts (I haven't experienced it), it's ringing to be true. They also say that the reverse of it is a need to carry what your mother gave you forward. In Mimi's case, that gift was music. This is a huge contrast from what she once wrote: "My career was everything to me, and because of my mother, my brother, and Tommy Mottola, it was nearly taken away. Honestly, it felt like they almost killed me." (An excerpt from her memoir.) I believe Mariah went right back to being Patricia's light. "You've always been the light of my life." Her last words seemingly lit a fire inside our girl. To witness Mariah's drive during HFIA's rollout was amazing to watch. That is what reconciliation does to a wounded child. She must've been made to feel like the biggest star. It was truly incredible to see an almost 60-year-old reinvigorated about her career and promote a record like she is a debuting artist. Mariah is obviously diseased by the immense trauma that comes with Hollywood, but she is not letting that stop her from honoring what her mother breathed through her as a child: music. She is so obviously proud to be part of Pat's legacy and is doing the absolute most to keep her mama proud. I could cry about it. Mariah's calling prevailed, and the gift of music her mother nurtured in her spirit continues to pour out into the world. Forget what Pat did wrong and forget the numbers. Ultimately the gift of God won and we are all so unbelievably blessed by it. I am honestly just so thankful at this point and what ever comes next for MC, I will be here for it all. (Sunday 8 March 2026; 09:47)

Healing words (113,370) by Lambi from USA In Mariah's own words, "She said a couple things to me that was very healing for what I needed," in reference to her mom's last words to her. We will never know what Pat uttered to MC, as those are sacred words reserved only for her. But with the amount of love she has shown for her mother, "I want to honor her for giving me the gift of music." We can assume it's a reinvigoration Mariah's never felt before. They say a part of you dies the moment your mother passes. And from personal friends' accounts (I haven't experienced it), it's ringing to be true. They also say that the reverse of it is a need to carry what your mother gave you forward. In Mimi's case, that gift was music. This is a huge contrast from what she once wrote: "My career was everything to me, and because of my mother, my brother, and Tommy Mottola, it was nearly taken away. Honestly, it felt like they almost killed me." (An excerpt from her memoir.) I believe Mariah went right back to being Patricia's light. "You've always been the light of my life." Her last words seemingly lit a fire inside our girl. To witness Mariah's drive during HFIA's rollout was amazing to watch. That is what reconciliation does to a wounded child. She must've been made to feel like the biggest star. It was truly incredible to see an almost 60-year-old reinvigorated about her career and promote a record like she is a debuting artist. Mariah is obviously diseased by the immense trauma that comes with Hollywood, but she is not letting that stop her from honoring what her mother breathed through her as a child: music. She is so obviously proud to be part of Pat's legacy and is doing the absolute most to keep her mama proud. I could cry about it. Mariah's calling prevailed, and the gift of music her mother nurtured in her spirit continues to pour out into the world. Forget what Pat did wrong and forget the numbers. Ultimately the gift of God won and we are all so unbelievably blessed by it. I am honestly just so thankful at this point and what ever comes next for MC, I will be here for it all. (Sunday 8 March 2026; 09:47)

Article: Rock & Roll Hall of Fame unveils 2026 nominees (113,369) by Travis from USA I have a feeling that this might be ongoing before Mariah is finally inducted in and I believe that some of the other musicians that have been inducted in already didn't deserve it yet and it's sad. (Sunday 8 March 2026; 04:02)

Nostalgia (113,368) by Lainsky from Philippines I have been dreaming about her next release sounding like her music from the 90s and being titled "Nostalgia", "Old School", or "Classics" - though I have a slight preference for the first one. It would be great to have a pop album with an R&B flavor, reminiscent of the old Mariah, even if she doesn't consider herself a pop artist. I envision the lead single featuring a sound similar to "Dreamlover", followed by a powerful ballad akin to "Always Be My Baby" or "Shake It Off". Additionally, it would be amazing to have a fantastic remake of an 80s song, like "Break It to Me Gently", and an inspirational gospel song, complete with great remixes. Well, this is just a wish. (Saturday 7 March 2026; 11:19)

MOAIA (113,367) by Lainsky from Philippines Yes, "Imperfect" should have been included on the album. It would have made an excellent lead single, followed by "Standing O", "HATE U", "Obsessed", "IWTKWLI", "UOMF", and concluding with "More Than Just Friends" or "Angel's Cry". Additionally, the album would have been better titled simply "Imperfect" or "Imperfect Angel" to align with her tradition of using one or two words for album titles. Lately, I've been revisiting this album with those songs in that order, along with some others. I've also been enjoying E=MC˛ recently. (Saturday 7 March 2026; 11:10) this is a reply to message 113,363

MOAIA (113,363) by Giovanni from USA I agree, the release of Angels Advocate is long overdo. Also the close up photo of Mariah on Angels Advocate is gorgeous and so much better than MOAIA album photo. LA Reid is such an idiot for keeping "Imperfect" off the album. I hope Mariah out does herself with the next album, she needs a song like "Beautiful" or "Dreamlover". If Mariah released "Dreamlover" as her newest single off her new album it would be a hit today because it's such a good song. She really should work with everybody including Walter, does anybody agree/disagree? (Friday 6 March 2026; 23:23)

Anderson .Paak (113,366) by Giovanni from USA I don't know if this is true but I read on Google that Mariah is back in the studio with Anderson and I wanna ask some of you how do you feel about it? I like "Play this song" and "In your feelings" but he failed to deliver a hit for her. "In your feelings" did good on the r&b chart despite it not being a single. Maybe Mariah can do something with Silk Sonic and she can perform with them if the song is a single. I wonder if Mariah likes them. (Friday 6 March 2026; 23:54)

Nothing Is Impossible (113,365) by Giovanni from USA I think NII is one of the best songs Mariah has written in awhile and has become a favorite of mine. She tried her best to give us classic Mariah and I give her credit for trying. NII sounds like a song that was from Rainbow or MOAIA. (Friday 6 March 2026; 23:45)

90s and 2000s MC (113,364) by Giovanni from USA I think we all do, I hope Mariah's next record is the record [The art of letting go] was supposed to be. I think Mariah wants a record that will make noise and give her good reviews the way Caution did. I just hope she gets her voice in shape. She also should work with some current music producers. (Friday 6 March 2026; 23:30) this is a reply to message 113,358

90s and 2000s MC (113,358) by Bobby A from United States I really miss the carefree vibrant 90s and 2000s MC. I hope she can get back to making beautiful ballads and fun pop songs again. I miss hearing MC sing from her heart and not thinking about being a diva. Most of all, I miss her So So Def remixes and David Morales resung vocals club songs. 90s and 2000s MC come back come back, please. Dreamlover comes to my mind as I write this post. (Friday 6 March 2026; 10:43)

MOAIA (113,363) by Giovanni from USA I agree, the release of Angels Advocate is long overdo. Also the close up photo of Mariah on Angels Advocate is gorgeous and so much better than MOAIA album photo. LA Reid is such an idiot for keeping "Imperfect" off the album. I hope Mariah out does herself with the next album, she needs a song like "Beautiful" or "Dreamlover". If Mariah released "Dreamlover" as her newest single off her new album it would be a hit today because it's such a good song. She really should work with everybody including Walter, does anybody agree/disagree? (Friday 6 March 2026; 23:23) this is a reply to message 113,352

MOAIA (113,352) by jaker20 from US MOAIA just crossed 1B streams, beating a lot of her earlier albums, proving again that it's a modern gem. I am convinced that if they released Angels Advocate, which is clearly done, would have been a perfect crossover era for her from digital to streaming, probably bigger than TEOM. Her catalog right now is lacking a non-Christmas classic for the streaming era and Angels Advocate would have fit the bill. (Monday 2 March 2026; 00:47)

90s and 2000s MC (113,362) by Stacey from USA I absolutely love the JTTW Celebration remix. ABMB Def Club mix is a favorite of mine too. It blows my mind to see her take the original ABMB song, which is amazing on its own, and create two new songs, a slow R&B jam and an uptempo dance remix. I was a bit slow to the remix thing. My sister bought me the ABMB CD-5. That's when I first discovered her remixes. It was like discovering a whole new universe. Wow. (Friday 6 March 2026; 19:08) this is a reply to message 113,359

90s and 2000s MC (113,359) by Bill from the UK The Dreamlover remix was astonishing and widely recognised outside of Mariah fandom as being one of the ultimate club mixes of the 90s. There really isn't anything better, and pioneered re-singing the vocals with that remix and never looked back. She came close with the Anytime You Need a Friend remix, featuring that sublime gospel opening and ending with Mariah scatting which is jaw droppingly good. One overlooked remix from the time is the Celebration Mix of Joy to the World. Completely re-sung, fantastic vocals, totally reworked melody etc. She really was the queen. (Friday 6 March 2026; 11:34)

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