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Frustrated lamb (108,168) by Shezz from Pk There had been a steady decline in her stage presence and her effort and enthusiasm in the last 10 years but I can't be the only one who noticed the sudden steep dip right after Tanaka left. Whatever their relationship was, she seemed happy and had that spark in her eyes every time he'd be on the stage with her. He kept her excited and happy in life and on the stage and he was the one if I remember correctly who directed the With You AMAs performance. He was her partner in life and on the stage and he made her happy. It was the same spark she had in her early years with Nick. Mariah I think is the type who needs stability and a partner to be excited about other things in her life and there's nothing wrong with it. It's one thing to get over such a relationship in your 20s and a whole other in your 50s. I hope she finds her happiness and her way again. (Tuesday 11 February 2025; 06:36) this is a reply to message 108,162

Frustrated lamb (108,162) by jaker20 from US That's how her career is right now: like she doesn't know what's going on or she doesn't care. When she performed With You a couple of years ago, it was at least a production. She times the chorus of the songs with the movement of the feathers, she walks where the dancer are in focus, etc etc. It was not dance choreo, but there was some production there and she's involved. Now she just walks out and let the dancers do their thing. To me that's a sign that she's not involved anymore. The production and dancers are do their thing and she's given some cues while she's maybe watching TV somewhere or baking. The lack of effort is reflection of her career right now. No effort, no releases. And from what we've seen, even walking is a huge effort for her. So maybe not even a phone call to collaborators because that's time consuming for her to dial the phone. Just none. (Monday 10 February 2025; 18:04)

Frustrated lamb (108,157) by Shezz from Pk Supposedly (according to internet insiders) after the Vegas residency she and her team are solely going to focus on her music projects and biopic for the rest of the year with no more tours (hopefully). I hope whoever makes her do these concerts will relax a bit now. I think the iheart radio performance in march will be fine like her last BET performance. (Monday 10 February 2025; 03:41) this is a reply to message 108,151

Frustrated lamb (108,151) by Brandon from USA The most recent clips from the 2025 shows are cringeworthy. In one clip, she was "singing" ILT and there was literally no expression on her face, no energy or anything. In another clip she's singing Fantasy and looks lost as though she's been told to follow the dancer around the stage. She's looking around like she has no idea what's going on in that moment. The comments on the videos were in shambles. MC can only keep this up for so long until mainstream media starts asking questions and she's forced to address it or stop performing until she gets herself together. Does no one on her team ever watch her performances back and see that something is wrong? This era is so frustrating as a lamb. (Sunday 9 February 2025; 20:38)

Barbra Streisand and Ariana collaboration (108,117) by Shezz from Pk If she can produce vocals good enough to sing with Barbra and Ariana on the same song, then that puts to bed rumours that her vocals are why she’s not recording an album. I think Mariah would not sign off on such a collaboration unless her voice could pull it off. (Wednesday 5 February 2025; 11:18) this is a reply to message 108,115

Barbra Streisand and Ariana collaboration (108,115) by Jamie from UK Wow Shezz, I think you made my day if this is true. (Wednesday 5 February 2025; 10:29)

Barbra Streisand and Ariana collaboration (108,113) by Shezz from Pk Wild rumours circulating about Mariah having done a song with Barbra S and Ariana reported by many sites for Barbra's next album. One site actually reported Walter A is the album's producer. (Wednesday 5 February 2025; 03:53)

Vegas show 2025 (108,088) by Shezz from Pk I too tend to avoid the live videos. I have accepted that it is something she is going to do - I am sure the experience overall is enjoyable and better than what comes off in the clips. Rareties II would be amazing. Reclaiming her Hot 100 crown will be a sweet moment this year. I am still hopeful for some new music this year and I'm sure I will enjoy whatever she puts out, she's taken this long so it surely won't be something subpar. I have never not enjoyed any Mariah album. I enjoyed Caution. Whatever the reason for her vocal decline, imagine if it pains us - how does she feel about it. It is obviously out of her control or being the perfectionist that she is she would have done something about it if she could have. (Monday 3 February 2025; 04:51) this is a reply to message 108,086

Vegas show 2025 (108,086) by Edward from USA I completely agree with you, Jamie. It pains me to accept that the voice we once knew is gone forever. That's why I no longer enjoy her live performances, not out of hate, but because it brings a sense of sadness. The whistle register was the last piece of her vocal magic, but now it sounds flat and unpleasant. Honestly, I'm more excited about The Rarities II than anything else at this point. It has dawned on me that Mariah hasn't recorded anything in six years, likely because she can no longer deliver decent vocals, even in the studio. It's truly heartbreaking. That said, I'm deeply grateful for the incredible legacy and discography she has left us. When she was at her best, she was truly in a league of her own. At this point, I just want to celebrate one last victory, her reclaiming the record for the song with the most weeks at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100. If nothing else, it's a testament to her enduring impact on music history. (Monday 3 February 2025; 02:22)

Missing studio pics solved (107,999) by Shezz from Pk So that entire bathroom floor 2.0 episode was just over Taylor using a hand written polaroid for her album cover then basically? Nothing else on the 1989 album was plausibly Mariah's idea (one song title from an old Mariah album is nothing to alarm the village elders about - in my opinion). (Saturday 18 January 2025; 17:37) this is a reply to message 107,997

Missing studio pics solved (107,997) by Mimi L. from Empower Your Highlighter See this is more of what I can believe more than the post that came after you regarding a full on T Swift theft moment. I don't think Taylor Swift had any plans of stealing song concepts from Mariah. If it's similar visual I get it but I don't think Mariah would ever use MC 1989 like TS used TS 1989 on her cover since MC doesn't acknowledge time hahah but it could be she just wrote "MC Demo" and used Polaroids and has nothing to do with actual musical direction of the song. I also remember the vault controversy that came up so your theory kinda lines up. Also stated in the other post is SIO being a similar song to Mariah's song - they couldn't be farther apart - MC is a beat heavy RnB song about a cheating lover, T Swift's is a full pop song talking about what people think she's like. I am no Swiftie but in 2014 Mariah would be the farthest thing from a completion to Mariah for her to try to create comparisons, they don't even have a single song that sounds alike but there are other common titles that weren't single just like many other artists might have common singles. (Saturday 18 January 2025; 16:03)

Missing studio pics solved (107,993) by Shezz from Pk What could Beyonce have possibly stolen from Mariah though? Doing a visual album? 15 music videos? She was already in her "mediocre and barely any videos" era she sure as hell did not have 15 planned for Miamtec (hopefully). Something doesn't add up there. Plus we know if you do Mariah wrong you don't exist for her. And Beyonce and her kids came to Mariah's Christmas concert, took pictures backstage, they hung out at the Grammy party with videos of them meeting each other very warmly. The only thing could have been the idea for a surprise release. Which would never have worked for her. (Saturday 18 January 2025; 04:38) this is a reply to message 107,991

Missing studio pics solved (107,991) by Baby from Dreamville...Where There's No Beginning & There is No End Yeah, Carlos. I remember Mariah first talking about a contemporary artist stealing her album concept down to the visuals in this L.A. Times article from 2015. That puts the time where the actual interview was conducted several weeks or even a couple of months before being published on May 4th 2015 (around March). Mariah also dated the Thieving event in question, 2 months prior to the sit-down just like you said, Carlos. That tracks perfectly with Beyoncé album released on December 13th 2014. Mariah was still signed to Island Def Jam in 2015 and a certain Mr Carter was the president of the label until just 2009. He would have still maintained professional as well as personal relationship with many of the people with access to Mariah (and Mariah herself) in the company much like Tommy had connections to Columbia Pictures through his Sony presidency, during the production of "Glitter". There were also so many incessant red herrings in every media, blogs and forums about Mariah releasing a surprise album a lá Beyoncé, all through out 2015 - before she even mentioned her album sabotage. Damage control and preemptive deflection from the other artist's camp most probably. A certain subsection with online presence were hating on Mariah, hard, all up in the comment sections, calling her jealous of Beyoncé and all manner of attributes more fitting their own queen. These real world scenarios only make sense in this context. This is why we we are sometimes robbed of nice things. It's why I don't mind when Mariah clams up, plays up her diva act or is vague. Her creativity always gets taken advantage of by collaborators, industry rivals and even friends. I guess it's a compliment that so many see her as the one to beat even now when they try and relegate her to being nothing but a Christmas legacy act. My 2025¢. (Saturday 18 January 2025; 00:08)

Last album (107,988) by Shezz from Pk You are right but The difference is that Mariah is a writer, creator and a composer as well unlike Cher and she still has some music in her even if her voice can no longer support her. And I think it'd be amazing to hear what she can still create. Touring yes I'd agree one hundred percent, she needs to stop like yesterday. I know you didn't mention Mariah Edward, but it just felt like the natural progression for this topic. One more album then she can hang up her earpiece. (Friday 17 January 2025; 16:26) this is a reply to message 107,987

Last album (107,987) by Edward from USA That's what I call someone being real and having respect for her audience. She's had a long and celebrated career. (Friday 17 January 2025; 13:29)

Missing studio pics solved (107,960) by Shezz from Pk Robert Anthony you are the voice of unwavering optimism on this board and I'm sorry you can't just abandon your role like a Mariah cookie. Yes her business side seems to be pretty ambiguous but we are barely a week into January. She has plenty of time to get her shit together and give us MC16 this fall. I don't think she's hanging out with Anderson [.Paak] just for us to discuss their chemistry. They are cooking something. Her not having a contract/label is probably the reason we are not hearing much about MC16. She has repeatedly said it is coming. I believe once things fall into place she will be motivated enough to finish it off. (Saturday 11 January 2025; 04:50) this is a reply to message 107,954

Missing studio pics solved (107,954) by Bobby A from United States Shezz, I am starting think that we will not be getting a new album or single this year. I have had that feeling all week because something just seems off with the whole business side of MC's career. MC has not talked much lately about who her manager is or what label she is on. If an artist is under a recording contract, doesn't he or she has to deliver an album within a certain time frame. (Friday 10 January 2025; 18:04)

Missing studio pics solved (107,948) by Shezz from Pk I last remember seeing studio pics for MIAMTEC. Did she have any for Caution? I think Caution didn't have any studio pics posted. I think she stopped for two main reasons - first being around MIAM when she claimed her entire concept was stolen/lifted by another artist (who was that?). And secondly because she really doesn't want to get the lambs all worked up about an album that's been delayed over and over for whatever reason. Robert Anthony, when do you think she will drop a single (and when do you think she should)? I love hearing your theories and manifestations. (Friday 10 January 2025; 15:25) this is a reply to message 107,947

Missing studio pics solved (107,947) by Bobby A from United States Edward, do you really think it's deeper than Poo Bear having a big mouth? I just can't believe MC is just writing songs in her journal and not going into the studio to lay down vocals. Maybe you are right, MC hasn't posted any studio pics because she just hasn't been inspired by anyone or even her own vocal capacities now. I hope everyday that she would post a studio pic in the booth with any producer. I would even a take a JD studio pic at this point. My original post was prompted by watching some studio videos of Robin Thicke finishing up his new album coming out in February or March. (Friday 10 January 2025; 01:02)

Anderson .Paak (107,940) by Shezz from Pk I wish Mariah and Lenny Kravtiz had made music together. That would have really pushed Mariah outside of her comfort zone (although lets not forget - she's even capable of grunge). Anderson Paak, while still being a fresher sound for her, is still well within her comfort zone. (Tuesday 7 January 2025; 07:58) this is a reply to message 107,939

Anderson .Paak (107,939) by Bobby A from United States Anderson and Mimi could become a new power couple in 2025. Lenny Kravitz doesn't make the type of music Mimi likes. That is why nothing happened further with the two in 2024. (Monday 6 January 2025; 22:29)

New Year's pic post (107,929) by Shezz from Pk She has been very restricted with the girls for the last 6 months. I don't love it either but if she wants to let them out on New Years Eve to have some fun, it's her prerogative. (Sunday 5 January 2025; 13:21) this is a reply to message 107,928

New Year's pic post (107,928) by Brad from USA It's not becoming for someone of her age and status. It smells of desperation. That time has come and gone. We need to move on in our presentation and display ourselves as the accomplishment that we are. The Aspen outfits were often just clownish too. Yeesh. It seems maybe she has a new assistant or stylist with her. Get rid of them. No one has time for the circus looks. (Sunday 5 January 2025; 03:45)

Rare Whenever You Call video (107,919) by Shezz from Pk I just came across this recently posted video from the Perth Butterfly concert - I don't know if it's new or been around for a while. Her voice was definitely tired and worn out but she soldiered on (98% live) and her rasp was still pretty. The climax audio transition was tough to watch - not too smooth in the early days I suppose but still a beautiful performance of an amazing song. Also she looked so gorgeous here - no frills no elaborate impractical gowns just a simple white top and a pair of jeans. (Saturday 4 January 2025; 13:04)

Top posters 2024 (107,901) by Shezz from Pk Oh wow, I can't believe I made the list. Robert Anthony - we don't call your glue for nothing. Happy New Year fam. Things Mariah related I'm looking forward to this year: 1. MC16 ( I believe it will be worth the wait) 2. Daydream30 with the MB30 treatment. Also, crazy thought but maybe the perfect time to release Someone's Ugly Daughter. Recorded together, so both 30 years old. Maybe a double album. 3. AIWFC recapturing the BB Hot 100 longest running n1 crown for Mariah by Christmas 2025. (Thursday 2 January 2025; 09:27) this is a reply to message 107,895

Top posters 2024 (107,895) by Webmaster Eric from the Netherlands Top posters in 2024 01. Robert-Anthony from United States: 659 messages 02. Mimi L. from Empower Your Highlighter: 357 messages 03. Jamie from UK: 166 messages 04. Libra Lamb from USA: 165 messages 05. Edward from USA: 155 messages 06. Stacey from USA: 137 messages 07. MusicfanJ from Germany: 131 messages 08. Zachariah from Croatia: 122 messages 09. Shezz from Pk: 120 messages 10. Tevin from USA: 102 messages 11. Alexis Carrington-Colby from United States: 85 messages 12. jaker20 from US: 80 messages 13. Matty from Vancouver Canada: 64 messages 14. Joachim Agerup Løkkevik from Norway: 57 messages 15. Terna from Nigeria: 51 messages 16. BFF from United States: 49 messages 17. T from USA : 46 messages 18. TJ from Norway: 44 messages 19. Brandon from USA: 39 messages 20. Andrew from the UK: 39 messages 21. Xavier mariohmix from Spain: 33 messages 22. Randy from USA: 32 messages 23. Norman from USA: 31 messages 24. Bill from the UK: 30 messages 25. Carlos from Brazil: 26 messages Top posters all time 01. Mimi L. from Empower Your Highlighter: 3936 messages 02. B from USA: 3595 messages 03. RibbonB from USA: 2794 messages 04. Robert-Anthony from United States: 2501 messages 05. Bill from the UK: 2417 messages 06. Licia from USA: 2267 messages 07. Edward from USA: 2075 messages 08. MusicfanJ from Germany: 1612 messages 09. Andrew from UK: 1384 messages 10. this_is_qhm from the Philippines: 1171 messages 11. Stacey from USA: 1097 messages 12. 123 from USA: 1055 messages 13. Terna from Nigeria: 876 messages 14. Deedre aka MiTodoChop @HBF from Canada: 795 messages 15. Billy from Greece: 761 messages 16. enwar00 from usa: 724 messages 17. Gee from U.S.A. (New York City): 715 messages 18. Andrew from the United Kingdom: 640 messages 19. Randy from USA: 616 messages 20. TJ from Norway: 602 messages 21. T from USA : 599 messages 22. Shezz from Pk: 580 messages 23. Marissa from USA: 575 messages 24. Lee TS from USA: 572 messages 25. jaker20 from US: 564 messages (Wednesday 1 January 2025; 21:07)

Merry Christmas SACD (107,886) by Shezz from Pk Merry Christmas to you too. (Saturday 28 December 2024; 05:50) this is a reply to message 107,881

Merry Christmas SACD (107,881) by Bill from the UK Hello all, a flying visit to say a belated Merry Christmas and an advanced Happy New Year to you all. The new super audio CD of Merry Christmas by Mobile Fidelity sounds fantastic. If you have a decent hifi set up and a good pair of headphones, it's worth investing in, as personally I think it is the best the album has ever sounded. There's so many nuances to unearth, I find with each listen I'm discovering more about an album I thought I knew inside out. I only wish the debut, Emotions, Music Box and Daydream would get the same treatment one day. Love to you all. (Friday 27 December 2024; 22:55)

Sweet 18 (107,885) by Shezz from Pk It is so amazing. Happy holidays everybody. (Saturday 28 December 2024; 05:48) this is a reply to message 107,880

Sweet 18 (107,880) by Edward from USA The numbers are in, AIWFCIY will spend its 18th week at the top. Isn't that amazing? (Friday 27 December 2024; 20:07)

Last Christmas (107,866) by Shezz from Pk It's interesting to see the [Spotify] daily charts (USA) have All I Want at #4 on [Christmas] day with Brenda Lee on 1. Mariah never made it to number1 on USA [Spotify] daily charts the whole of the last week (whenever I check). I suppose Spotify isn't the most popular streaming platform in the US since she's been consistently number 1 on the BB streaming charts. Globally she reigns supreme of course with the overall [Spotify] numbers. The [Netflix] NFL bit was cute. A little too short I thought but I suppose they just wanted to use the song as more like opening credits to their [Christmas] presentation. Crazy how versatile and representative it is. Rockin' Around and Last Christmas would have never worked. Hope everyone celebrating had a great [Christmas]. (Thursday 26 December 2024; 05:03) this is a reply to message 107,865

Last Christmas (107,865) by Edward from USA I had no idea they were giving "Last Christmas" a push with multiple releases this year. You'd think people might be getting tired of "AIWFCIY", but judging by its streaming numbers over the years, it's actually getting more popular every year. "AIWFCIY" performance on Global Spotify on December 24th over the years: 2024: #1 - 24.86M 2023: #1 - 23.7M 2022: #1 - 21.27M 2021: #1 - 17.42M 2020: #1 - 17.22M 2019: #1 - 12.02M 2018: #1 - 10.81M 2017: #1 - 8.06M Numbers don't lie. (Thursday 26 December 2024; 02:57)

Passion (107,831) by Shezz from Pk Steflon Don has been like a thorn in Mimi L.'s paw since 2019 and I love her for it. It's hard to get over what the remix of A No No with the rumoured high profile features could have been. Instead we were given Teflon Pan. (Monday 23 December 2024; 16:28) this is a reply to message 107,829

Passion (107,829) by Carlos from Brazil Mimi L. not you dragging Steflon Don hahaha I almost passed out. (Monday 23 December 2024; 14:46)

Passion (107,820) by Shezz from Pk I love that her last 3 collaborations have been with female artists. That was always rare for her, it was always mostly male rappers if anyone was on a track with her. I would love to know what is going on. Why does she have so many plans simultaneously with not much coming to fruition. I am sure it is a lot more complicated than we know. Legal issues, label issues, health issues, vocal issues - we are being forced to speculate. I'm almost to the point where I wouldn't mind another cookie or beverage. Almost. (Sunday 22 December 2024; 07:30) this is a reply to message 107,819

Passion (107,819) by Mimi L. from Empower Your Highlighter We love a positivity so go RA spread that cheer. I however feel similar to what others mentioned. I think making new music is really at the bottom of her priorities right now, let alone bringing the TEOM energy. It could be that she isn't currently on a label and doesn't want to release a solid body of work until she has logistics in place. She also seems more excited about her biopic rather than an album. We've been hearing she's got 10 songs ready for a while now and she has yet to lay vocals. TEOM Mariah wrote 4 bangers in a span of less than 48 hours. She was hungry back then she had something to prove, I think right now she has fully embraced her "legend" status and "retired until Christmas" status. Music will always be special to her and sometimes her inner Mimi comes out hungry to make a splash that's why she tried jumping on many hot remixes in recent times, but I don't know why she always jumps in by the time the momentum is gone. I will ofcourse always be hungry for new Mariah music so I hope she releases a full body of work soon (unpopular opinion I could not care less about her alt rock album). I would love a collab album with some fresh and current stars especially female artists. (Saturday 21 December 2024; 23:23)

Passion (107,813) by Shezz from Pk I 100% agree with you there Edward. Do you think it's because she has created a lot of music over the last 30 odd years and doesn't have much inspiration or drive to do more or because she knows her new music doesn't sell at all and hence doesn't feel motivated to put new music out any more? I feel she is motivated by success and that's why she puts more of an effort into the Christmas seasons? Does she even have a record label contract currently? I do feel she has one more album left in her and we will get something in the near future. I have a feeling she is still searching for her sound and hasn't created anything that really excites her yet hence when she talks about new music her old excitement isn't there yet. Robert Anthony I hope her next album is more of a fun pop record - ofcourse she will always have her ballads but I wonder if going back to her old formula of a Fantasy/ Heartbreaker/ Loverboy/ Dreamlover etc type of first single release would serve her better? (Saturday 21 December 2024; 04:10) this is a reply to message 107,812

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)

Next week's race is tight (107,800) by Shezz from Pk Brenda rebounded to number 1 giving Mariah only 1 week in the middle of her 3 week reign last season but Brenda and the label heavily promoted it for the anniversary. But yes, you're right, Mariah will reign supreme this time. (Monday 16 December 2024; 23:24) this is a reply to message 107,798

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)

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 (107,795) by Shezz from Pk The Beyonce feature was announced a long time ago - Mariah was just added so I suppose it hasnt been updated yet. I hope it is soon. (Sunday 15 December 2024; 14:49) this is a reply to message 107,794

Spotify news (107,794) by Jamie from UK Just noticed the Netflix special last night and in the description they only mention Beyoncé. (Sunday 15 December 2024; 10:34)

Spotify news (107,791) by Shezz from Pk I hope so Edward - fingers crossed. Though she is played much more globally, US Spotify daily charts has her on number 5 and Brenda Lee at 1 so the week after could get tough. She is number 1 on iTunes though. So she has 2 weeks confirmed this year then the next 2 it seems might be more of a battle. The NFL Netflix performance will help her for sure. I hope she gets well soon and has a good last concert - pity she had to cancel 3. (Sunday 15 December 2024; 03:38) this is a reply to message 107,788

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)

Mariah Carey: Merry Christmas To All (107,760) by Shezz from Pk My favourite as well. (Saturday 7 December 2024; 05:14) this is a reply to message 107,758

Mariah Carey: Merry Christmas To All (107,758) by Jamie from UK That is my favourite Christmas show. Gutted it's not on Netflix anymore. But I've found a YouTube link. (Friday 6 December 2024; 10:30)

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