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I won't allow it (112,431) by Edward from USA Those are names only a narcissist could come up with. Sadly, the kids are the ones who'll have to deal with the consequences. Imagine introducing yourself: "Hi, my name is Legendary Love, my sister's name is Powerful Queen, and, just in case you're religious, my anointed little brother is named Rise Messiah." Lord, have mercy. I can understand these women having children with Nick for the financial security he provides, but letting him saddle their kids with such ridiculous names? That's the part I'll never understand. Before his selfish attempt at creating his own "tribe", I used to defend Nick whenever people criticized or blamed him for anything. But at this point, and given his behavior, I really don't like him anymore. It's obvious he views his kids as extensions of himself, which is another classic trait of a narcissist. (Tuesday 18 November 2025; 17:25) this is a reply to message 112,430

I won't allow it (112,430) by Dove from United States I thought it was satire when I saw those names too. (Tuesday 18 November 2025; 15:06)

Yours (112,425) by Edward from USA Exactly. I think Mariah hasn't pushed for it out of self-respect. (Tuesday 18 November 2025; 02:46) this is a reply to message 112,424

Yours (112,424) by Lambi from USA RCA might've punched the air in 2005 when they realized how much they fumbled the bag. Mariah outshined, out-prettied, out-sang everyone else in the game and definitively outdid herself. (Monday 17 November 2025; 23:32)

Yours (112,418) by Edward from USA Not really. Mariah has been far more relevant than Justin ever since the success of TEOM. If Mariah had approached RCA anytime after 2005, I'm pretty sure they wouldn't have had any objections. (Monday 17 November 2025; 04:20) this is a reply to message 112,417

Yours (112,417) by Bobby A from United States We will never hear Yours until JT is no longer recording for RCA. (Sunday 16 November 2025; 20:29)

Yours (112,410) by Edward from USA Mariah wanted "Yours" with Justin Timberlake released as a single, but at the time he was at the peak of his solo career, and his label thought associating him with her could hurt his image. They still viewed the "Glitter" situation as a liability, so the collaboration never got the green light despite Mariah pushing for it. (Sunday 16 November 2025; 03:51) this is a reply to message 112,399

Damizza won't stop vomiting untruths (112,399) by BFF from United States I actually believe it in the sense that I think the idea was proposed to Mariah by Island/Def Jam but she shot it down really quickly. It sounds like the proposal came around 2002-2004 when Jennifer Lopez's career was surging and Mariah was still in the wilderness from the "Glitter" fallout. I don't think the duet was ever going to happen, but the idea being proposed to her sounds credible to me. I also remember Mariah recording a version of "Yours" with Justin Timberlake and the information that Mariah had collaborated with Daniel Bedingfield as well. It sounds like Island/Def Jam was trying to pressure Mariah into these duets to ensure a "hit" for "Charmbracelet", but it was clear that Mariah's vision for "Charmbracelet" was healing and catharsis and not commercial appeal. I think it was the right move to table all of these collaborations during that period. Otherwise, Mariah would have been accused of riding those people's coattails back to the charts. (Saturday 15 November 2025; 14:53)

Article: Mariah Carey's rare demo tape hits auction (112,409) by Edward from USA That's why I rip all my CDs in an uncompressed (lossless) format so they sound as they were intended. I carry her entire collection on my cellphone. In case there's something wrong with Internet, I can still listen to them. (Sunday 16 November 2025; 03:40) this is a reply to message 112,404

Article: Mariah Carey's rare demo tape hits auction (112,404) by TJ from Norway I was a hard core collector from 1993 to 2007, and was able to get most of the cd singles from 1990 to 1992 later on. I remember looking at cd singles in 1990, and I didn't understand why I should buy them. Stupid me. Learning by doing. Spotify is not as good as a cd when it comes to the sound. It's always a pleasure to hear a song on radio, because then you realise how bad the sound on Spotify is. (Saturday 15 November 2025; 20:18)

Top 10 (112,406) by Edward from USA Great news, you guys. "AIWFCIY" is predicted to crack the Top 10 on the Billboard Hot 100, jumping from #31 to #10. We'll know for sure once the chart updates tomorrow. If it maintains this momentum, it will hit the top spot as early as the following week, fingers crossed. (Saturday 15 November 2025; 21:46)

Alzheimer's (112,375) by Edward from USA He was taking a break from his previous name. (Wednesday 12 November 2025; 23:57) this is a reply to message 112,374

Alzheimer's (112,374) by Bill from the UK I thought you were taking a break. (Wednesday 12 November 2025; 20:38)

Alzheimer's (112,355) by Edward from USA I didn't realize your break would be so ephemeral. Welcome back. And you have to admit, "Lambi needs a dictionary" is funny as hell. But your lines about his growth being stunted in middle school and him being left obliterated by some gang on here had me crying. I'm still laughing. (Wednesday 12 November 2025; 01:48) this is a reply to message 112,354

Alzheimer's (112,354) by Lambi from USA Just to be clear. Joachim responded to JLR, not you. JLR basically said "You're all non-professionals." And Joachim was like, "Hold my beer, here's my credentials." I don't know why you took JLR being disputed so personally? You weren't even the one Joachim responded to. The word "obliterate" literally had nothing to do with you. "Lambi needs a dictionary" as your name is also hilarious. It fully confirms something may have happened that stunted your growth in middle school. However "ganged up" on you felt here, (or in real life) or what ever other lambs said that left you feeling "obliterated", you can let go now. Literally no one is thinking about it. Just enjoy the topics. (Wednesday 12 November 2025; 01:21)

In The Mix (112,349) by Edward from USA Happy Thanksgiving, Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. I wish you well too. (Wednesday 12 November 2025; 00:28) this is a reply to message 112,345

In The Mix (112,345) by Anonymous from USA Your day is about to get a lot better. I've got great news for you and your clique. I'm taking a much needed break from this board again. Honestly, I'm bored AF. This just doesn't do it for me anymore. I'm taking a break from Ms. Carey as well. I'll always wish her well, of course. Cheers. (Tuesday 11 November 2025; 18:30)

Here comes the hotstepper (112,348) by Edward from USA Last Christmas also re-enteres the Hot 100, but at #43. Brenda is nowhere on the chart. So it looks like "LC" is the song that will be competing with Mariah for the #1 spot, at least for a week. Once Mariah breaks and sets the new record, I wouldn't mind them having a week at #1. They deserve it. (Tuesday 11 November 2025; 21:39)

It's coming (112,346) by Edward from USA It's official, "All I Want For Christmas Is You" has re-entered the Billbaord Hot 100 at #31. (Tuesday 11 November 2025; 20:18)

In The Mix (112,340) by Edward from USA I'm in a good mood and don't want to open the door to the kind of diatribe that would follow. We really don't need that on the board right now, things are already tough as it is. I'll say this though: some people here tend to take things way too personally, and honestly, it's not that serious. This board has always been a little dysfunctional, and I think that's part of what keeps us coming back. If it weren't that way, it would be pretty damn boring. Sometimes we just need to drop the victim mentality and grow a thicker skin. For example, in the past two weeks, three of my messages haven't been posted, but you don't see me complaining to Eric or accusing him of favoritism. I later understood why he probably chose not to post them. I may disagree with some of you from time to time, but I never take it personal. In fact, I think that mix of personalities is what keeps us all glued to this little corner of the internet. Still, it's true, sometimes you can sense bitterness or unhappiness in certain people's posts, almost like they're just looking for a reason to start a fight. Whatever those people are going through, I genuinely wish them well. (Tuesday 11 November 2025; 03:58) this is a reply to message 112,336

Alzheimer's (112,336) by Lambi from USA "You can practically feel the bitterness through the screen" is so true. Did you all gang up on Libra Lamb before? He is still very mean-spirited so I'm assuming something must've broken him here in the past. (Monday 10 November 2025; 21:33)

It's not going to happen (112,334) by Edward from USA For the Grinch who keeps trying, unsuccessfully, to cancel Christmas: give it up. It's not going to happen. "All I Want for Christmas Is You" is set to re-enter the Billboard Hot 100 this week at #31. (Monday 10 November 2025; 20:20)

HFIA review (112,319) by Edward from USA I miss the vocal acrobatics too. "HFIA", unlike "Caution", still has some great vocal moments, not as showy, but definitely there. Mariah's whistle register sounds a bit thicker now, and I actually love the smoky tone of her voice on this album. She doesn't go all out, but her vocals remain steady and smooth throughout. smoky, buttery, and effortless. What more could we ask for? As I said, "HFIA" would be a beautiful goodbye album if she ever decided to stop releasing new music. Still, I have a feeling she'll put out another album in a couple of years. At this point, I think it's dawned on her that the longer she waits, the less she sells, and the more people disconnect. (Sunday 9 November 2025; 03:35) this is a reply to message 112,318

HFIA review (112,318) by Xavier mariohmix from Spain My quick review (better late than never): overall I like it very much. It's new, but, at the same time, it's got classic Mariah and a little bit of everything (to my delight). Just like she told us, it's an eclectic album. The one thing that I miss really much: the vocal acrobatics. They started to fade away on the Caution album, and now that's a fact. However, the artistry is intact and evolving, her real virtue. Right after the release, I didn't want to listen to the album more that once a day. But lately, the number has increased. It's a real pity this kind of music doesn't have a global impact like it used to. Anyway, we're here for it all. Hugs. (Saturday 8 November 2025; 23:07)

Alzheimer's (112,316) by Edward from USA I agree. The thing is that some people here get triggered by anything, you can practically feel the bitterness through the screen. Nobody is trying to diagnose Mariah; people are just free to speculate. That whole "cancel anything I don't like" mentality was used as a weapon for way too long. Thankfully, we're finally moving away from that and some common sense is returning. Alzheimer's never even crossed my mind when it comes to Mariah, if anything, it seems more like it could be related to her bipolar meds. (Saturday 8 November 2025; 20:47) this is a reply to message 112,312

Alzheimer's (112,312) by Joachim Agerup Løkkevik from Norway Well, I have a masters degree in psychology and working as a mental health professional, we are not diagnosing Mariah, but the symptoms can be symptoms of early Alzheimer's. There are other wild speculations here about almost everything, her mental health have been talked about for years. (Saturday 8 November 2025; 19:03)

Article: Mariah set to re-enter Billboard Hot 100 earlier than ever (112,308) by Edward from USA I think it will hit #1 the first week of December. (Saturday 8 November 2025; 04:05) this is a reply to message 112,304

Article: Mariah set to re-enter Billboard Hot 100 earlier than ever (112,304) by Bobby A from United States I said it two weeks ago. AIWFCIY just feels like it is going to affect people differently this year. The streaming numbers are confirming that I am right. (Saturday 8 November 2025; 01:22)

Music (112,303) by Edward from USA Even though I doubt it, if "HFIA" were to be Mariah's last album, I would be more than fine with it. I hope she at least continues to release some music digitally with no pressure. (Saturday 8 November 2025; 00:54)

Article: Mariah set to re-enter Billboard Hot 100 earlier than ever (112,296) by Edward from USA Here we go. I can't wait. (Friday 7 November 2025; 17:09)

Dress (112,291) by Edward from USA There's an interview from about seven years ago on MTV TRL where she talks about working with Whitney, and they mention the whole dress situation. She says she isn't sure whether it was her dress or Whitney's that arrived late, and someone on her team reminds her it was hers. In that interview she's completely present and articulate, she was promoting "Caution" at the time, so I don't think her not remembering that detail recently has anything to do with Alzheimer's or her meds. It just seems like one of those things she genuinely forgets whenever it comes up. (Friday 7 November 2025; 02:08) this is a reply to message 112,290

Dress (112,290) by Xavier mariohmix from Spain Was Mariah's dress really the one that arrived late? How do you remember that? The Memoirs? (Friday 7 November 2025; 01:04)

Alzheimer's (112,288) by Edward from USA I don't think it's Alzheimer's, it seems more likely to be the effects of her bipolar meds. What's troubling to me is that no one in her circle seems willing to say, "Hey girl, something seems off. You look sedated on stage, maybe talk to your doctor about adjusting your meds." On "Nothing Is Impossible", she sings: "Seemed like I'd never rise again, surely I couldn't find a friend." Those two lines confirm something I've always felt, that Mariah doesn't really have people around her who can be both supportive and honest, a true friend who could tell her hard truths because they care. Instead, it seems like she's surrounded by cheerleaders and "yass queens" who are more worried about staying in her good graces and keeping their checks rolling in rather than actually looking out for her well-being. (Thursday 6 November 2025; 23:31) this is a reply to message 112,281

The arrogance (112,281) by Joachim Agerup Løkkevik from Norway This has been my concern for a long time now, I actually think Mariah is in the early stages of Alzheimer's. It can happen this young, and if this is the case, we really need to appreciate her while we still got her, in some years, she probably will be held back from the public eye, like Bruce Willis. Of course, this is only speculations, but the signs are there. (Thursday 6 November 2025; 17:52)

Deluxe edition and other thoughts (112,266) by Edward from USA Is "The Deluxe" edition still happening? (Thursday 6 November 2025; 01:18) this is a reply to message 112,265

Deluxe edition and other thoughts (112,265) by Bobby A from United States First, I feel preorders for the deluxe edition will happen before the end of the year. Secondly, it has to explain why Gamma has stopped all promotion of the album. Gamma knows releasing the deluxe edition is going to remind Lambs why MC is the queen of remixes. IYF will have a hot remix to officially release the song as the 3rd single. Finally, Jesus I Do is a going to win a Grammy for best Gospel song. (Thursday 6 November 2025; 00:45)

The arrogance (112,264) by Edward from USA Equating public political statements with meaningful action isn't always accurate. Mariah has contributed to social causes for decades, quietly. She has shown up repeatedly for communities without turning those moments into a branding exercise. That's substantial, even if it's not loud. Mariah didn't come from privilege, she came from instability, racism, abuse, and financial hardship. Her early music speaks very directly to those realities: "Make It Happen", "There's Got to Be a Way", "Outside", "Close My Eyes", "Petals", and many others. Speaking about struggle has always been part of her work. The fact that she now sometimes chooses to celebrate comfort, joy, and luxury is not a moral failing, it's a reflection of someone who survived things she no longer wants to be defined by. Not every artist is obligated to take a public political stance once they become successful. And choosing not to endorse a specific candidate or administration does not mean she is "siding with exploiters". It means she is aware of what can happen when artists become political mascots: the art becomes secondary to the performance of ideology. I think it is totally fair wanting more public advocacy from her, but implying she is betraying a "lineage" of artists for not campaigning is a projection that doesn't consider the full scope of her work or her life. Social engagement does not have to look the same for everyone, and it doesn't have to be broadcasted to be real. I don't think Mariah needs to put her awareness on display in order for it to be real. The expectation that she must constantly prove her principles, or investigate the lineage of anyone she dates, just to satisfy other people's political purity standards, is unreasonable. Holding her responsible for the actions or history of someone else's family crosses into the absurd. It's ridiculousness at its best. So, the moral police here should take an effing chill pill. Christmas is coming. (Wednesday 5 November 2025; 23:06)

Let them eat cake (112,254) by Edward from USA Dove, dear, don't fall for it. This Christmas will be epic. (Tuesday 4 November 2025; 13:45) this is a reply to message 112,253

Let them eat cake (112,253) by Dove from United States What I mean when I say she's not a "Let Them Eat Cake" rich is that she's more like Jay Gatsby and not like Daisy and Tom Buchanan. She still has a heart. I can tell by things she does and says in interviews and appearances. When she was selling her Christmas ornaments on HSN a lady called in and said she couldn't decide if she wanted to have a gold and silver decorated tree or a traditional red and green one. Mariah said, "You can have both." But then her face turned serious as she remembered that not everyone can afford to have two Christmas trees. So she tried to play it off and said her friend's mom used to have a small one with homemade ornaments. Or on Mariah's World when the manager was making a mess with the makeup on the hotel bedding, Mariah told her not to do that. She probably thought about how someone is going to have to clean that. Some people wouldn't give that a second thought. It reminds me of an incident with my mom. When I was a little kid we were pretty poor and lived in a small ugly trailer. As time passed my dad started making more money and they built a nicer house and started having more disposable income, to where my mom could buy nicer things. One time I came to visit my mom and sat down to watch her show with her. She turned off the TV and started crying. She said they had gone to visit a lady from their church and her little trailer was really run down and didn't even have air conditioning. She said that she just assumed that as life was getting better for her it was getting better for everyone else too. She said she was shocked and saddened to realize people were still living the way we used to live. I know how frivolous that sounds but I feel like sometimes it does happen that way. I rarely think about those times anymore, when we were really poor. I'm just happy that I can finally afford to decorate for Christmas and I can finally afford to buy good makeup and buy nice Christmas presents for my family and friends. and I'm nowhere near being rich. I feel like people like Trump and his kids, who have always had a lot of money, don't even have a frame of reference for how other people may struggle. (Tuesday 4 November 2025; 12:11)

It's time video (112,234) by Edward from USA Exactly. There's not reason to politicize everything. Politics has already ruined many communities and good causes. The current situation is already hard as it is. Entertainment should be just that. People are getting too effing sensitive. (Tuesday 4 November 2025; 02:37) this is a reply to message 112,228

It's time video (112,228) by Lee from USA Maybe it's just you. Mariah is an award-winning philanthropist, so I am giving her the benefit of the doubt. She didn't jack up the prices. America screwed up, and she gets blamed. Does that make sense? (Tuesday 4 November 2025; 01:13)

HFIA Japan (112,232) by Edward from USA This is the Sugar Sweet (Solo Version) from the HFIA Japan edition. It's a lyric video, so you can both see and hear the extra verse. (Tuesday 4 November 2025; 02:26) this is a reply to message 112,226

HFIA Japan (112,226) by Xavier mariohmix from Spain Can you please provide me with the link? The only ones I can find are as I told you. (Monday 3 November 2025; 23:10)

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