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Merry Christmas (107,860) by Edward from USA Merry Christmas to you and everyone at MCArchives. Sure, we fight, fuss, and disagree sometimes, but at the end of the day, we're all here, with a little bit of dysfunction, but that's part of what makes this board different and special. (Wednesday 25 December 2024; 23:06) this is a reply to message 107,849

Merry Christmas (107,849) by Libra Lamb from USA Merry Christmas to you too. (Wednesday 25 December 2024; 03:03)

Last Christmas (107,858) by Edward from USA "Last Christmas" (24.55M) trailed "All I Want For Christmas Is You" (24.86M) by just over 1% in Spotify streams on Christmas Eve. I think "Last Christmas" will eventually be a number one. Hopefully, it happens after Lil Nas X hands the torch back to Mariah, he's been holding it up high for quite a few years now. (Wednesday 25 December 2024; 23:00)

Ed Sheeran (107,856) by Edward from USA In my opinion, Ed's voice would blend better with Mariah's voice. I like Bruno, his pen game and delivery, but his songs usually have a moment where he goes all out vocally, and judging by the "Yes, And? Remix" vocal fiasco, I don't think Mariah's voice is in the kind of condition to match that. Ed, on the other hand, would complement her voice perfectly. (Wednesday 25 December 2024; 22:25)

Album sales (107,847) by Edward from USA Mariah doesn't sell albums like she used to, and that's just the natural progression of things. No artist stays at the top forever, it's a reality of the industry and of life. Just as our generation did, every generation gravitates toward new artists who speak to their current experiences and culture. Mariah music spoke to us. The same thing happened to legends like Aretha Franklin, Barbra, and even Whitney before Mariah. They were once dominant forces, but as time passed, new stars emerged, and the spotlight shifted. Mariah's legacy is cemented though, she's one of the greatest artists of all time, with achievements that few will ever match. But today's music landscape is different. Streaming platforms have replaced physical album sales, and newer artists like Ariana Grande dominate the platforms for now. Even Ariana, as popular as she is today, likely won't hold the same position in a decade, because new artists will take center stage. Let's not be delusional and think Mariah is the "It Girl", she isn't. It's not about fading relevance, it's just evolution. Sure, album sales aren't what they used to be, but Mariah's cultural impact and artistry always keep her in the mix. And when that time of year comes and she gives the signal, you know it's time for her to defrost and for the Christmas magic to happen. (Tuesday 24 December 2024; 20:38) this is a reply to message 107,844

AIWFCIY (107,844) by Robert-Anthony from United States Edward, have you been binge watching Perry Mason lately? Lol. Your defense attorney skills are impressive. I have one question for you still, why do you think MC doesn't sell albums like she used to? (Tuesday 24 December 2024; 18:17)

Bee in my bonnet (107,842) by Edward from USA Luis Miguel is an exceptional singer with a powerful voice. He could definitely keep up with her back. And even now, he sounds amazing and he never lips on his concerts. The fact is, when Luis Miguel heard the final mix, he didn't like how their voices blended together. With Rainbow being such a rushed album, Mariah didn't have time to go back into the studio with him. If they'd had more time, I'm sure they could've created something great. (Tuesday 24 December 2024; 16:53) this is a reply to message 107,840

Bee in my bonnet (107,840) by Norman from USA I truly hate to interrupt the yearly Christmas news and celebration (I can't wait for the 19th and 20th weeks to arrive so she can social distance herself from the others on the chart), but I have to get this off my chest: After having duets with Bublé, Bieber, 98°, Joe, West Life, Khalid, Jussie, and others - no one will ever convince me that she couldn't find a song to duet with Luis Miguel because he couldn't keep up with her. It's not possible. I've wanted that duet since way before they even knew each other. But back to Christmas. Wishing you all a happy and safe holiday season. (Tuesday 24 December 2024; 07:29)

AIWFCIY (107,839) by Edward from USA Robert-Anthony, if it were just up to the Lambs, AIWFCIY probably wouldn't have hit the top or become as popular as it is now. Her core fanbase isn't big enough anymore to push the song to the top on its own. The song's really got a life of its own at this point. It's the regular listeners, many of whom might not even know her back catalogue, who are the driving force behind its success. In other words, it's the general public that's made AIWFCIY such a big hit. Unlike Brenda, Mariah's name and achievements are still a big deal in the music scene today. Her concerts, public appearances, Christmas releases, social media presence, and loyal fans all give AIWFCIY a boost on the charts too. (Tuesday 24 December 2024; 01:23) this is a reply to message 107,838

AIWFCIY (107,838) by Robert-Anthony from United States Do you think the AIWFCIY vs RATCT battle was created by Sony and Universal Music Group to set the stage for AIWFCIY's enormous record breaking success this year? I envisioned the label executives agreed in the board room to create a marketing strategy to help get RATCT to #1 for the song's 65th anniversary by hyping up the battle between the two songs. The battle has really solidified the success of AIWFCIY this holiday season. The Lambs have really come out in full force to keep AIWFCIY on top of the Billboard Hot 100. (Monday 23 December 2024; 23:01)

Hold your wigs with glue, she's coming (107,837) by Edward from USA The longest-leading no. 1 hits in Billboard Hot 100 history: 19 weeks - "A Bar Song (Tipsy)" - Shaboozey 19 weeks - "Old Town Road" - Lil Nas X 17 weeks - "AIWFCIY"- Mariah 16 weeks - "Last Night" - Morgan Wallen 16 weeks - "Despacito" - Luis Fonsi & D. Yankee 16 weeks - "OSD" - Mariah Carey & Boyz II Men Artists with the most cumulative weeks at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100: 96 weeks - Mariah Carey 60 weeks - Rihanna 59 weeks - The Beatles 56 weeks - Drake 50 weeks - Boyz II Men Artists with the most cumulative weeks at No. 1 on Billboard Streaming Songs since 2013: 21 weeks - "AIWFCIY" - Mariah Carey 20 weeks - "Old Town Road" - Lil Nas X 19 weeks - "Last Night" - Morgan Wallen 16 weeks - "Despacito" - Luis Fonsi and D. Yankee 14 weeks - "Panda" - Desiigner 14 weeks - "Rockstar" - Post Malone (Monday 23 December 2024; 22:27)

AIWFCIY (107,836) by Edward from USA It's on Billboard news. (Monday 23 December 2024; 22:02) this is a reply to message 107,832

AIWFCIY (107,832) by Alexis Carrington-Colby from United States Most weeks at #1 on streaming? Where did you see that? (Monday 23 December 2024; 18:47)

AIWFCIY (107,830) by Edward from USA If she secures two more weeks at number one in December 2025, she would break Old Town Road's record as the song with the most weeks at the top. This week, she has already surpassed Old Town Road's record, becoming the song with the most weeks at number one on streaming. (Monday 23 December 2024; 16:19) this is a reply to message 107,828

AIWFCIY (107,828) by Pedro from Brazil According to early predictions, AIWFCIY is expected to hit #1 for an 18th week, leading Brenda by nearly 20 points. (Monday 23 December 2024; 13:21)

Greatness (107,825) by Edward from USA I'm not sure if anyone else has noticed this, or maybe it's just me, but Mariah's whistle register has deteriorated to the point where it doesn't even sound like her anymore. I'm pretty sure if some of us have noticed, she's well aware of it too. I felt really sad when I heard her part on Ariana's "Yes, And" remix, it sounded unpleasant to the ear, even when studio tweaking was involved. I kind of feel that Mariah might not believe she can deliver great vocals in the studio anymore. if that's not the case, it's hard for me to understand why she hasn't released at least an EP for her loyal fans in six year. Don't get me wrong, I'm extremely happy with AIWFCIY breaking records and setting new ones, but if that's all we're going to get from her, it's starting to feel like a one-trick pony to me, especially when we know the greatness she's capable of. (Monday 23 December 2024; 04:36)

Passion (107,812) by Edward from USA I hate to rain on your parade, but Mariah's passion for creating new music doesn't seem to be the same as it once was. Even when she talks about it, there's a noticeable lack of the excitement she used to have when she couldn't wait to share what she had been cooking up in the studio. She's far from being in the vibrant "Mimi era" energy. She should team up with some big names like Rihanna, Beyoncé, Ariana and a few others to release a collabo album. It feels like only her core fanbase is eagerly anticipating new music from her. (Saturday 21 December 2024; 01:49) this is a reply to message 107,811

Fortnite game (107,811) by Robert-Anthony from United States Have you seen MC's likeness in Fortnite's Winterfest yet? The graphic designer got her likeness perfect. I like the fact that MC said yes to her likeness being apart of Fortnite's Winterfest. It is just another great treat to continue her holiday dominance. By the way, AIWFCIY's radio spins have increased this week. I think MC has a new manager and team working with her. She hasn't had so many interviews, endorsements, and merchandise/media partnerships in a 3-month period in a long time. Could we be headed into a promotional season similar to TEOM in 2025? (Friday 20 December 2024; 22:25)

Week 3 (107,807) by Edward from USA AIWFCIY has already tied Old Town Road for the most weeks at number one on streaming (20 weeks). If it remains at number one next week, as projected, Mariah Carey would set a new record. She would also be within three weeks of reclaiming the record "One Sweet Day" record. (Thursday 19 December 2024; 17:35) this is a reply to message 107,805

Week 3 (107,805) by Robert-Anthony from United States What a great end to 2024. This is a good sign that people will embrace MC16 in 2025. I am predicting a summer release. (Wednesday 18 December 2024; 22:32)

Week 3 (107,802) by Edward from USA AIWFCIY is projected to be #1 next week. She's setting a new record in 2025. (Wednesday 18 December 2024; 13:05)

Next week's race is tight (107,798) by Edward from USA When Brenda hit number one last year, it was only for the first two weeks. As Christmas Day gets closer, Mariah's numbers are way stronger than Brenda's. I'm pretty sure Mariah will stay at the top for a third week, and most likely a fourth week as well. (Monday 16 December 2024; 19:38) this is a reply to message 107,797

Next week's race is tight (107,797) by Shezz from Pk Talk of the Charts has Mariah at number 1 with a tight 5 point lead over Brenda Lee for next week in its midweek prediction (chart dated 28th December with tracking week ending on 19th December). Let's hope she holds on for a 3rd week at #1. She could possibly have a 4th week as well for the tracking week ending 26th December. If all goes her way, she could get her longest number 1 title back next year - this time solo. (Monday 16 December 2024; 15:59)

Spotify news (107,788) by Edward from USA Mariah Carey's "All I Want for Christmas Is You" is the most-streamed holiday song of all time and officially the first holiday song to break 2 billion streams. Congratulations, Mariah. The way I see it, Mariah will stay on top until the end of the year. (Saturday 14 December 2024; 17:16)

New AIWFC CD single (107,786) by Edward from USA I didn't know there was a new AIWFCIY CD Single out. (Saturday 14 December 2024; 00:47) this is a reply to message 107,782

New AIWFC CD single (107,782) by Jamie from UK I just received my AIWFC new CD single, I wish it was available on streaming too as I don't have a CD player anymore and want Christmas Wrapping on my phone. (Friday 13 December 2024; 18:06)

So happy (107,771) by Edward from USA AIWFCIY is already projected to hold the number one position on the Hot 100 next week. Even though it's still an early prediction, the song seems to be performing really well across streaming, radio, and sales. The competition is tough though, RATCT and LC made huge jumps to their respective top five position on the chart. (Tuesday 10 December 2024; 14:16) this is a reply to message 107,770

So happy (107,770) by Zachariah from Croatia I am so happy for number 1 position again. So so happy. (Tuesday 10 December 2024; 12:34)

Marc Shaiman (107,763) by Edward from USA Unlike Walter Afanasieff, Marc Shaiman brings a unique touch as an exceptional lyricist. "Christmas Time Is in the Air Again" and "One Child" stand out as the best written and produced tracks among the four original songs on the album. These songs come closest to recapturing the musical quality of the Merry Christmas album from 1994. (Monday 9 December 2024; 02:15) this is a reply to message 107,762

Marc Shaiman (107,762) by Robert-Anthony from United States Marc Shaiman's two Christmas songs with MC reminds me how MC can just hum the melody at the piano and any piano player can reproduce exactly what she hummed. I just know that is how Christmas Time Is In The Air Again was created. We need an album just solely produced by Marc Shaiman. (Sunday 8 December 2024; 23:56)

One wish or a possible fact? (107,756) by Edward from USA I anticipate that All I Want for Christmas Is You will secure two more weeks at number one this holiday season, while Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree and Last Christmas could each claim one week at the top. This would position AIWFCIY just four weeks away from breaking the record for the most weeks at number one on the Billboard Hot 100. (Thursday 5 December 2024; 19:27)

Could it be possible (107,747) by Edward from USA Lil Nas X has tied his own record with Tipsy, as 19 weeks remains the longest a song has ever stayed at the top. Given that Mariah Carey's All I Want for Christmas Is You lost a bit of momentum last year, I didn’t expect it to perform as strongly this year. However, it seems AIWFCIY might still put up a tough fight for the top spot this season. It could either dethrone Kendrick Lamar next week or face a dramatic diva showdown with Brenda the following week. It's going to be interesting to see how things will play out. (Wednesday 4 December 2024; 02:21) this is a reply to message 107,746

Could it be possible (107,746) by Mimi L. from Empower Your Highlighter I want the latter to happen just to see this happen haha. "Brenda might knock Mariah right out of her stilettos and snatch her wig off or Mariah might have Brenda relocated to a nursing home for a couple of weeks." Jokes I think AIW has a good shot this year. Is she now competing with Old Town Road or Tipsy? Because I think Tipsy has the most weeks at number 1 right now ya? I could be wrong. I'm tired of these one hit wonders dethroning our queen, I would have been fine if it was one of bigger artists. (Wednesday 4 December 2024; 00:24)

Could it be possible (107,744) by Edward from USA On the Billboard Hot 100, Kendrick Lamar holds seven positions with new songs from his latest album, GNX. These positions include spots 1 through 5 and 8 to 9. "A Bar Song (Tipsy)" by Shaboozey and "Die With A Smile" by Lady Gaga & Bruno Mars hold positions 6 and 7, respectively, but are marked with descending bullets, indicating a decline. If Kendrick Lamar's "Squabble Up" does not remain at number one next week, it’s highly likely that Mariah Carey’s "All I Want for Christmas Is You" will take the top spot as the holiday season continues to heat up. If my predictions are wrong and Kendrick Lamar stays at number one, Brenda might knock Mariah right out of her stilettos and snatch her wig off or Mariah might have Brenda relocated to a nursing home for a couple of weeks. (Tuesday 3 December 2024; 20:42)

And somewhere on the Billboard charts (107,741) by Edward from USA Billboard Hot 100 10. All I Want for Christmas Is You (+) 15. Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree (+) 18. Last Christmas (+) 19. Jingle Bell Rock (Re-Entry) Billbaord Holiday 100 1. All I Want for Christmas Is You (+) 2. Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree (-) 3. Last Christmas (+) 4. Jingle Bell Rock (-) (+) Ascending Bullet (-) Descending Bullet (Tuesday 3 December 2024; 18:00)

Billboard 100 (107,728) by Edward from USA I didn't even know iTunes was still around or a relevant indicator on anything pertaining the charts. (Friday 29 November 2024; 17:04) this is a reply to message 107,727

Billboard 100 (107,727) by Robert-Anthony from United States The top 20 holiday songs on iTunes is very interesting today. Of course, MC is #1 and numerous new songs from some popular artists. (Friday 29 November 2024; 16:39)

Billboard 100 (107,725) by Edward from USA A song could reach number one on the Billboard Hot 100, yet rank only number 10 on the Holiday Chart. This happens because each chart reflects different aspects of a song's performance and caters to specific audiences. The Hot 100 reflects overall popularity across all genres, combining metrics like streaming, radio airplay, and sales from a broad audience. In contrast, the Holiday 100 Chart focuses solely on the song's performance within the holiday genre. It factors in specialized radio airplay, genre-specific streaming, and sales data relevant to that category. So, a song might dominate the mainstream charts due to widespread appeal, but its performance within a specific genre may be weaker in comparison resulting in a lower ranking on that genre specific chart. (Thursday 28 November 2024; 17:39) this is a reply to message 107,723

Billboard 100 (107,723) by Shezz from Pk TJ's point still holds though. How is AIW higher on Hot 100 than Rockin' Around if the latter is number one the holiday charts? Maybe Hot 100 uses more or different measuring metrics than the holiday charts or the tracking dates might be different? Reminds me of a similar question I have for the Grammys at times. Sometimes songs that have won song of the year or record of the year have not gone on to win in their respective pop/rock/country etc field. You're saying this was the best song all year across the board but it wasn't the best pop song? (Thursday 28 November 2024; 03:15)

Billboard 100 (107,720) by Edward from USA These are clearly two distinct charts. The Holiday 100 focuses exclusively on Holiday music, while the Hot 100 considers music from all genres, making the competition significantly tougher. As you can see, only a few of the currently most popular holiday songs have made their way onto the Hot 100. (Thursday 28 November 2024; 00:03) this is a reply to message 107,718

Billboard 100 (107,718) by TJ from Norway So #2 on Billboard Christmas list, but a higher position than Rocking Around on Billboard Hot 100? How is that possible? (Wednesday 27 November 2024; 19:45)

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