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HFIA - vocal condition (113,719) by ADAM from USA I wanted to chime in with the others on here that agree about HFIA as a collection of work being good but her voice is completely unrecognizable. It's not pleasant and being objective nothing like her previous sounds or bodies of work. Feels fraudulent to not explain what happened or have reviewers even mention this in reviewing the album or performances. It's like a whole different artist. I wish she'd be honest with her fans. She would only gain more support. (Monday 27 April 2026; 20:08)

New old interview from 1992 (113,718) by Philipp from Switzerland I came across this new old interview from 1992. Mariah speaks about her videos, MTV Unplugged and touring. I think it's really interesting and I think the interview was spot on when he asked Mariah if she ever felt rebellious or like a sheltered princess. (Monday 27 April 2026; 19:28)

JD as MC's manager (113,717) by Lighty from China I still remember for a very long time people on this board have been saying JD's production is old and tiresome and now you're indicating if he had produced some tracks on Caution it would've become a bigger album? No it wouldn't dear Bobby A. Caution is a very cohesive piece of work and got rave reviews on its own. Had JD produced something they would've become WBT part 678910 and do you really want those? And about the JD/Teddy Riley thing, what is your source? I've never heard of Teddy Riley remotely connected with Mariah [except] for the Crybaby sample and The One So So Def Remix sample. If there's some news out there please let me be informed. (Monday 27 April 2026; 19:03) this is a reply to message 113,711

JD as MC's manager (113,711) by Bobby A from United States I'm just thinking that JD wanted Teddy Riley to produce some tracks on MIAM and MC said no. The Teddy Riley conversation was probably the first manager incident that caused some friction between JD and MC. I just wonder if their relationship has truly been the same after JD walked away as MC's manager. Caution could been bigger if JD had produced at least three songs on Caution. His absence from the recording sessions could explain why Caution only had 10 songs. (Monday 27 April 2026; 03:41)

The Revival Of Mariah Carey (113,716) by Bill from the UK If anybody wants me to post my list of reasons I've collated over the years as to why she can't sing live anymore let me know. (Monday 27 April 2026; 18:21) this is a reply to message 113,715

The Revival Of Mariah Carey (113,715) by Edward from USA At this point we know that lack of rest isn't the source of her voice problems. (Monday 27 April 2026; 17:26)

The Revival Of Mariah Carey (113,715) by Edward from USA At this point we know that lack of rest isn't the source of her voice problems. (Monday 27 April 2026; 17:26) this is a reply to message 113,714

The Revival Of Mariah Carey (113,714) by MusicfanJ from Germany If this is true with the vocal surgerey I wish she would tell us. I hope it's not true. I still think it's because of all the other reasons that we have talked about on this board. We'll see, if maybe after a longer vacation or so it will get better again. One can hope. (Monday 27 April 2026; 14:13)

The Revival Of Mariah Carey (113,714) by MusicfanJ from Germany If this is true with the vocal surgerey I wish she would tell us. I hope it's not true. I still think it's because of all the other reasons that we have talked about on this board. We'll see, if maybe after a longer vacation or so it will get better again. One can hope. (Monday 27 April 2026; 14:13) this is a reply to message 113,712

The Revival Of Mariah Carey (113,712) by Jamie from UK I still think she had vocal surgery and it failed, her voice is completely changed, it's weak and the tone is completely different even to [Caution] vocals. (Monday 27 April 2026; 06:23)

JD as MC's manager (113,713) by MusicfanJ from Germany Oh I didn't know this thing with JD and Teddy Riley. Hmm yeah maybe they both had other thoughts with the musical direction for Mariah. Teddy and Mariah would be interesting. I'm listening a lot of Micheal's Dangerous album lately, it's not my favourite of him (although it has so many great songs) but the new jack swing tracks are still phenomenal. I also love "Give in to me". But yes for a Teddy Riley song for Mariah. (Monday 27 April 2026; 14:05) this is a reply to message 113,711

JD as MC's manager (113,711) by Bobby A from United States I'm just thinking that JD wanted Teddy Riley to produce some tracks on MIAM and MC said no. The Teddy Riley conversation was probably the first manager incident that caused some friction between JD and MC. I just wonder if their relationship has truly been the same after JD walked away as MC's manager. Caution could been bigger if JD had produced at least three songs on Caution. His absence from the recording sessions could explain why Caution only had 10 songs. (Monday 27 April 2026; 03:41)

The Revival Of Mariah Carey (113,712) by Jamie from UK I still think she had vocal surgery and it failed, her voice is completely changed, it's weak and the tone is completely different even to [Caution] vocals. (Monday 27 April 2026; 06:23) this is a reply to message 113,710

The Revival Of Mariah Carey (113,710) by Bobby A from United States I listened to HFIA yesterday. Afterwards, I wondered what caused MC's voice to deteroiate to its current state from 2020-2025. Did MC stop practicing all the healthy vocal routines that she used during Charmbraclet to Memoirs eras? I noticed that she doesn't talk about those vocal routines anymore. Did her break-up with Tanaka cause stress that affected her voice anymore? Anyway, I saw an unseen video of MC singing Play This Song solo and it was hard to watch. I hope that she can get some rest this summer and have fun on her new yacht instead of performing. This summer, MC should let Ariana's new album with all the Rainbow influences make her smile and proud. (Sunday 26 April 2026; 23:07)

JD as MC's manager (113,711) by Bobby A from United States I'm just thinking that JD wanted Teddy Riley to produce some tracks on MIAM and MC said no. The Teddy Riley conversation was probably the first manager incident that caused some friction between JD and MC. I just wonder if their relationship has truly been the same after JD walked away as MC's manager. Caution could been bigger if JD had produced at least three songs on Caution. His absence from the recording sessions could explain why Caution only had 10 songs. (Monday 27 April 2026; 03:41)

The Revival Of Mariah Carey (113,710) by Bobby A from United States I listened to HFIA yesterday. Afterwards, I wondered what caused MC's voice to deteroiate to its current state from 2020-2025. Did MC stop practicing all the healthy vocal routines that she used during Charmbraclet to Memoirs eras? I noticed that she doesn't talk about those vocal routines anymore. Did her break-up with Tanaka cause stress that affected her voice anymore? Anyway, I saw an unseen video of MC singing Play This Song solo and it was hard to watch. I hope that she can get some rest this summer and have fun on her new yacht instead of performing. This summer, MC should let Ariana's new album with all the Rainbow influences make her smile and proud. (Sunday 26 April 2026; 23:07) this is a reply to message 113,707

The Revival Of Mariah Carey (113,707) by Jamie from UK Yeah I agree with the vocals, I don’t agree that [In Your Feelings] was the best she could do in all that time or at least in the time she had. (Sunday 26 April 2026; 11:00)

Article: "Obsessed" celebrates sixteen years of cultural impact (113,709) by Lainsky from Philippines Nice article about this song. There's so much truth in it. When it was released in 2009, it deserved a higher peak than No. 7. I thought it would jump to No. 1 from No. 11, but when it stalled there for three consecutive weeks, I gave up. However, it entered the top 10, so I thought there was hope, but it stalled and peaked there. (Sunday 26 April 2026; 16:39)

Jesus I Do (113,708) by MusicfanJ from Germany Wow, wonderful. So the next album is a double CD, one Gospel and one Jazz. And then the next has to be pop-soul again. But seriously, "Jesus I do" sounds like classic Mariah, I love that song. The Clark Sisters are superb too. (Sunday 26 April 2026; 12:17) this is a reply to message 113,705

Jesus I Do (113,705) by Bobby A from United States Jesus I Do will be #1 in two weeks. (Saturday 25 April 2026; 21:22)

The Revival Of Mariah Carey (113,707) by Jamie from UK Yeah I agree with the vocals, I don’t agree that [In Your Feelings] was the best she could do in all that time or at least in the time she had. (Sunday 26 April 2026; 11:00) this is a reply to message 113,704

The Revival Of Mariah Carey (113,704) by Edward from USA "Play This Song" is nice melodically, but the delivery just feels flat as flat can be. It kind of comes off a bit soulless to me, which is a shame because it had potential. I don't know if Mariah realizes that an album without at least a little bit of that signature "Mariah" sprinkled in here and there just doesn't hit the same. She doesn't have to be belting all the time, but she had plenty of time, and a real chance, to lay down stronger vocals for HFIA, especially since a lot of those songs were recorded years ago. (Saturday 25 April 2026; 19:07)

Mary, the fairweather friend (113,706) by AnKo from Germany I'm too many new messages behind. Sorry for that. Maybe I was overreacting. I don't know. "Why she felt the need to descend from the beauty and elegance of Butterfly to the throwaway plastic Barbie look is beyond me." "I believe that had she hung up her malfunctioning ear monitor after Butterfly and made no more albums, she would have been inducted years ago." "MC lost elegance and individuality after she divorced Tommy. After the Butterfly album, MC lost that artistry and grace." "Yet when it came to herself and her image, once Tommy was off the scene she had no idea how to conduct herself, but for the majority of the time she looked cheap." (Saturday 25 April 2026; 22:12)

Jesus I Do (113,705) by Bobby A from United States Jesus I Do will be #1 in two weeks. (Saturday 25 April 2026; 21:22) this is a reply to message 113,701

Jesus I Do (113,701) by Giovanni from USA Congratulations to Mariah as "Jesus I do" moves to #4 on the Billboard gospel chart. A truly amazing accomplishment and song. I know a lot of people who like this song and want a gospel album. (Saturday 25 April 2026; 10:03)

The Revival Of Mariah Carey (113,704) by Edward from USA "Play This Song" is nice melodically, but the delivery just feels flat as flat can be. It kind of comes off a bit soulless to me, which is a shame because it had potential. I don't know if Mariah realizes that an album without at least a little bit of that signature "Mariah" sprinkled in here and there just doesn't hit the same. She doesn't have to be belting all the time, but she had plenty of time, and a real chance, to lay down stronger vocals for HFIA, especially since a lot of those songs were recorded years ago. (Saturday 25 April 2026; 19:07) this is a reply to message 113,696

The Revival Of Mariah Carey (113,696) by Jamie from UK I love Play This Song, the vibe is great if the vocals compared to say Emancipation it would have surely done better. (Friday 24 April 2026; 09:43)

Hark. The herold angel's sing from Hallmark special 2015 (113,703) by Giovanni from USA One of my favorite Mariah performances. Her mic was on that night and she looked absolutely perfect. I miss this Mariah and this voice. I don't know if some parts were lipped because I couldn't really tell but she definitely was singing and sounded good in my opinion. Mariah was meant to sing gospel and Christmas. I know she's given us so much but I'm so bummed out we never got a gospel album. (Saturday 25 April 2026; 10:36)

The Revival Of Mariah Carey (113,702) by TheWind from England It is a very well written, produced, mature album. Easily Mariah's best in some time for me. I enjoy the album a lot. I know people are critical of her voice, but we just have to accept her where she's at. I am not sure there is much she can do about it at this stage to be honest. I love the album though, and the vocal arrangements are superb as well. I would be happy for a follow up in the same vein. Felt new, but also like classic Mariah. I am very proud of her for that album. (Saturday 25 April 2026; 10:31) this is a reply to message 113,697

The Revival Of Mariah Carey (113,697) by Stacey from USA HFIA felt like a return to that 90s vibe that made MC so successful. There were no guest rappers, only guest vocalists. The arrangements on the album are beautiful, mature, soulful, etc. The piano outro on NII sends chills down my spine every time. Such a powerful moment. The lyrics are her best IMO since Butterfly. That's why I'm so torn with HFIA. Her vocals can't keep up with the amazing arrangements and lyrics. I guess that's why I don't feel bad finding an AI version of some of these songs: My Love (Butterfly vocals), Jesus I Do (Music Box vocals), NII (Daydream vocals), HFIA (Daydream vocals). I listened to HFIA with Daydream vocals in my car and man, that is how that song needs to be sung, with those powerful vocals. I don't care if some thing that's a cop-out. (Friday 24 April 2026; 17:22)

Jesus I Do (113,701) by Giovanni from USA Congratulations to Mariah as "Jesus I do" moves to #4 on the Billboard gospel chart. A truly amazing accomplishment and song. I know a lot of people who like this song and want a gospel album. (Saturday 25 April 2026; 10:03)

Stacy (113,700) by Giovanni from USA I agree, like you I very much enjoy HFIA and believe it's some of Mariah's best work but would be much more enjoyable if Mariah's voice sounded better. 2009 Mariah would have ate HFIA up easily and delivered better vocally. I'm still grateful Mariah gave us another album and I believe the next will be better or as good. Mariah is at the point in her life and career where she needs to discipline herself more for her voice. I truly hope she rests and takes things easier. (Saturday 25 April 2026; 09:57)

The Revival Of Mariah Carey (113,699) by Lainsky from Philippines I love "Play That Song" too. I was hoping it would go big in the charts, but then it slipped my mind that it is no longer the 90s or 00s. If it were released in those eras, it could be a hit. It's the type of sound I would like to hear more of from her nowadays. (Saturday 25 April 2026; 05:59) this is a reply to message 113,696

The Revival Of Mariah Carey (113,696) by Jamie from UK I love Play This Song, the vibe is great if the vocals compared to say Emancipation it would have surely done better. (Friday 24 April 2026; 09:43)

iTune prompts (113,698) by Matty from Vancouver Canada Why doesn't Mariah ever do a paid "iTunes" prompt. I always get promotes for Kayne West (who I can't stand and I've never understood why people think he's revolutionary, even "Stay the Night" is always the one skip for me on Emancipation, too much screaming) and for Taylor Swift? I don't own a piece of music from these artists, but iTunes still hustles their tunes to me. Why doesn't Mariah do that? I always have to seek out her music since MIAM. Is that intentional, or does she not have a team who understands the music industry in 2026, which seems obvious? (Friday 24 April 2026; 22:14)

The Revival Of Mariah Carey (113,697) by Stacey from USA HFIA felt like a return to that 90s vibe that made MC so successful. There were no guest rappers, only guest vocalists. The arrangements on the album are beautiful, mature, soulful, etc. The piano outro on NII sends chills down my spine every time. Such a powerful moment. The lyrics are her best IMO since Butterfly. That's why I'm so torn with HFIA. Her vocals can't keep up with the amazing arrangements and lyrics. I guess that's why I don't feel bad finding an AI version of some of these songs: My Love (Butterfly vocals), Jesus I Do (Music Box vocals), NII (Daydream vocals), HFIA (Daydream vocals). I listened to HFIA with Daydream vocals in my car and man, that is how that song needs to be sung, with those powerful vocals. I don't care if some thing that's a cop-out. (Friday 24 April 2026; 17:22) this is a reply to message 113,695

The Revival Of Mariah Carey (113,695) by Bill from the UK Yes, I agree Stacey. I would go so far as to say that in terms of the direction, musicality, originality, and everything else, HFIA has been as bold a step forward as Music Box to Daydream, Daydream to Butterfly, and CB to Emancipation. Yet, sadly, the voice isn't there to support what I think are some of the best songs she's written in decades. Jesus I Do recorded with Merry Christmas vocals? HFIA in the Butterfly tone? Nothing Is Impossible with the force of Glitter? The album would be her best ever. (Friday 24 April 2026; 08:13)

The Revival Of Mariah Carey (113,696) by Jamie from UK I love Play This Song, the vibe is great if the vocals compared to say Emancipation it would have surely done better. (Friday 24 April 2026; 09:43) this is a reply to message 113,694

The Revival Of Mariah Carey (113,694) by Stacey from USA Here For It All has that Daydream/Butterfly/TEOM vibe. It's just that the vocals don't match those earlier albums. I was listening to Play This Song on my way home from work yesterday, and that arrangement is brilliance. Maybe the melody and the song as whole isn't everyone's cup of tea, but the musicality is absolutely there 100%. That is why I'm so torn about HFIA. (Thursday 23 April 2026; 20:54)

The Revival Of Mariah Carey (113,695) by Bill from the UK Yes, I agree Stacey. I would go so far as to say that in terms of the direction, musicality, originality, and everything else, HFIA has been as bold a step forward as Music Box to Daydream, Daydream to Butterfly, and CB to Emancipation. Yet, sadly, the voice isn't there to support what I think are some of the best songs she's written in decades. Jesus I Do recorded with Merry Christmas vocals? HFIA in the Butterfly tone? Nothing Is Impossible with the force of Glitter? The album would be her best ever. (Friday 24 April 2026; 08:13) this is a reply to message 113,694

The Revival Of Mariah Carey (113,694) by Stacey from USA Here For It All has that Daydream/Butterfly/TEOM vibe. It's just that the vocals don't match those earlier albums. I was listening to Play This Song on my way home from work yesterday, and that arrangement is brilliance. Maybe the melody and the song as whole isn't everyone's cup of tea, but the musicality is absolutely there 100%. That is why I'm so torn about HFIA. (Thursday 23 April 2026; 20:54)

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