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New remixes (106,815) by Alexis Carrington-Colby from United States I don't expect her to be there. (Friday 28 June 2024; 20:46) this is a reply to message 106,814

New remixes (106,814) by Robert-Anthony from United States I sure do hope so. Her creativity has been on a creative high lately. I believe the Lambs won't be disappointed about what MC has been cooking in the studio. We know she has had 6 years to give us a Thriller type of album. Lol, Edward. The BET Awards are this Sunday. Maybe MC will join Muni Long on stage for the Made For Me remix. (Friday 28 June 2024; 20:09)

Sip my tea (106,807) by Alexis Carrington-Colby from United States I'm currently at this music-related conference. I spoke with this woman who is a biographer/historian of women musicians, so of course I bring up Mariah. She tells me that she is voting member of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction committee. She told me about the woman who gave an impassioned speech on why Mariah should be inducted and the people cried. Then there is a music journalist who is here. I walk up to him and say, "Hey, Alan. I'm a huge Mariah Carey fan. In 1997 you told the Baltimore Sun this about Mariah..." Shocked, he laughs, and we chat about Mariah and the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame - he, too, is a voting member. (Wednesday 26 June 2024; 20:18)

Spring or fall album release preference (106,784) by Alexis Carrington-Colby from United States You mean "you hope" she's realized that she needs to step out of her comfort zone. (Sunday 23 June 2024; 02:39) this is a reply to message 106,730

Spring or fall album release preference (106,730) by Robert-Anthony from United States Bruno Mars is on the table too. I think MC has finally realized that she is going to have to step out of her comfort zone and collaborate with new producers. I am all for an album with songs with from Bruno Mars, Anderson Paak, Rai Khalil, and Solange. Her recording time period for this album is going to be her longest time yet from 2021-2025. (Monday 17 June 2024; 15:19)

Thank God I Found You (original) (106,783) by Alexis Carrington-Colby from United States I remember there was a battle between TGIFY and the Gloria Estefan and *NSYNC duet for #1 the week TGIFY finally made it there. (Sunday 23 June 2024; 02:22) this is a reply to message 106,766

Thank God I Found You (original) (106,766) by Randy from USA I know this is the most vilified number one but it's growing on me again. I like the lyric a lot and it's kinda undeniably a reach for a chart topper. I like the Rainbow album, always have. (Saturday 22 June 2024; 00:12)

The Boy Is Mine 2.0 (106,782) by Alexis Carrington-Colby from United States I don't like the processing in B and M's vocals. I couldn't even tell that was Monica in the second verse. Maybe that affect works in Ariana's voice, but it made B & M sound like AI. It is a fabulous song though. This type of mid-tempo is what I would love to hear from Mariah. (Sunday 23 June 2024; 02:20) this is a reply to message 106,773

The Boy Is Mine 2.0 (106,773) by Mimi L. from Empower Your Highlighter Ya it would have been a fun duet. The remix is slightly different than the original although mostly same probably because of the chart rules. Instead of Ariana doing the verses Brandy and Monica takes turn in verse 1 and 2 with Ariana doing the chorus and backgrounds. The bridge is new and the outro is longer with new ad libs. (Saturday 22 June 2024; 16:47)

She has been practicing lip synching (106,781) by Alexis Carrington-Colby from United States Can I ask a real question? What does all of this defense do for you? You have crafted an entire defense that sounds absolutely fantastical. What unspoken truths don't you want to say out loud that you've been compelled to craft this argument to provide some cognitive dissonance in order to remain a "real lamb"? I want to understand the psychology behind this "slay, queen" mindset in the lambily. (Sunday 23 June 2024; 02:18) this is a reply to message 106,775

She has been practicing lip synching (106,775) by Joachim Agerup Løkkevik from Norway I think what has happened the last couple of years, is that Mariah has had a very good lip synching coach. We all know Celine Dion is the master of lip synching, nobody accuses her of doing it, but we all know she has almost whole concerts with just lip synching. Mariah is relaxing on stage now, doesn't try to pretend to sing live, just doing the emotions in her face without lifting an eyebrow, and it works, it actually looks like she is singing, it works brilliantly. The playback is her real curent voice, but to not experience the fear of being caught out, she does that now, I sing it's soothing for her. And, by the way, Mariah is being seen the heroine in this Jen**fer Lo**z downfall, and that might have something to do with new found respect Mariah is recieving in the world right now. Mariah called out the girl she doesn't know in a very classy way 25 years ago. Karma is a bi**h, isn't it? (Sunday 23 June 2024; 00:10)

Rainbow 25 (106,780) by Alexis Carrington-Colby from United States Even she has "forgotten" some of the #1 hits. We're in a safe space here - we don't need to use those "defend my queen" arguments that we use in other places. Y'all have overplayed that #1s argument so much that if one of these new girls ever gets 20, y'all will be sick about it. Look at that way [Old town road] destroyed some of yall. Let. (Sunday 23 June 2024; 02:16) this is a reply to message 106,777

Rainbow 25 (106,777) by Libra Lamb from USA I've never seen or heard anyone say MC's number ones are forgettable. I believe a lot of "pop stars" are forgettable and no single act has more number ones than Mariah. She's the epitome of success and actual talent. Jealousy is a killer. Pray for those poor souls. (Sunday 23 June 2024; 00:46)

Praying for the album (106,779) by Alexis Carrington-Colby from United States I actually don't want her in album phase right now. I like her hopping in remixes (she needs to time them better). Madonna been doing the same thing. I'd like yo see Mariah collaborate on random songs and do some soundtracks. That way, she can create music without all of the pressure of having to promote and carry the outcomes of its success or failure-primarily the failure. It would also give her a chance to update her sound and experiment - she's got to get out of the rut she's been in since 2005. I'd love for her to collaborate with international artists. Jump in a remix with a popular Australian artist. Collab and sing the hook on a track of a popular Asian artist. She could do so much more without having to do a lot. There is so much emphasis placed on #1 hits, but we would all take a solid top 10 hit from her that actually stays in the charts for a while. (Sunday 23 June 2024; 02:13) this is a reply to message 106,760

Praying for the album (106,760) by Robert-Anthony from United States If a long time between albums happened in the 90s, I wonder what would be MC's response for the long wait. MC would probably say that she wants to record more songs to sequence the album perfectly or correct some vocal moments. Being the perfectionist that she is, it has to be really hard for her in 2024. She has to have at least 50 songs recorded by now. Right? (Friday 21 June 2024; 12:24)

Tiny Desk (106,778) by Alexis Carrington-Colby from United States I say no because Mariah is so uptight and stiff that she wouldn't be any fun. It's like her carpool karaoke - it was stiff, dull, and she wasn't warm or engaging. And then we have the vocals. TD is about a vibe and being in a moment. She'd want to move cameras and lighting to play into her diva antics and insecurities. Her setlist would be dull and predictable. When it comes to banter, she'd either be distant and muted like she was on the Jennifer Hudson show, or she'd be manic and rambling. Lastly, she's so in her head about her vocals that I could see it taking 6 months for TD episode to come out because she'd want to edit, dub, etc. Plus, TD is an all live venue, what 5-7 songs would Mariah sing that would 100% live that she'd be okay releasing to the public? (Sunday 23 June 2024; 02:06) this is a reply to message 106,755

Tiny Desk (106,755) by Brandon from USA @C, why do you say no that MC shouldn't do the Tiny Desk? (Thursday 20 June 2024; 15:39)

Tiny Desk (106,752) by Alexis Carrington-Colby from United States No. (Wednesday 19 June 2024; 22:39) this is a reply to message 106,741

Tiny Desk (106,741) by Brandon from USA Tiny Desk is the new MTV Unplugged. Everyone has been on there and it is very popular. You guys think MC would do the Tiny Desk? It could be great promo and she would have to sing 100% live. No vocal tracks allowed. (Tuesday 18 June 2024; 21:35)

Debut and Emotions anniversaries (106,738) by Alexis Carrington-Colby from United States Possibly. I think she has a very skewed outlook on her catalogue. It's why she has beaten MC to death. (Tuesday 18 June 2024; 06:22) this is a reply to message 106,721

Debut and Emotions anniversaries (106,721) by Jamie from UK I wonder if the reason she never celebrated these anniversaries was due to the royalties that Ben Margulies would get. We know she signed a bad deal with him and he'd get a big chunk of money, decreasing by each album. (Sunday 16 June 2024; 11:49)

Rainbow 25 (106,714) by Alexis Carrington-Colby from United States From 2000-2007? Where did you get that data? (Saturday 15 June 2024; 22:34) this is a reply to message 106,704

Rainbow 25 (106,704) by Robert-Anthony from United States The collaboration helped Joe's album sales and singles rise on the charts from 2000-2007. TGIFY was Joe's first number #1 song on the Hot 100. Stutter released in 2000 became his second #1 song. MC's collaborations has helped other artists careers like Nas, Mystikal, Fabolous, Meek Mill, Miguel, and The-Dream rise to new heights for album and single chart dominance. (Saturday 15 June 2024; 14:39)

Vogue World interview (106,713) by Alexis Carrington-Colby from United States I hate the way she often speaks in a non-definitive way. It can be hard to know if she's being fully honest - especially in print. Why not just say "no"? Her "who said that?" answer kinda gave me the impression that she didn't want to or couldn't speak about what may have been some truth to the rumor (a meeting with Lauryn, disagreement, label issue, etc). (Saturday 15 June 2024; 22:33) this is a reply to message 106,707

Vogue World interview (106,707) by Robert-Anthony from United States Finally a Lamb who knew the right questions to ask. We found out that the Crystal Ball Lauren Hill song was just Lamb myth. There is Rainbow tour and MTV promotion footage that she is looking for. And last but not least, a new music is coming soon. MC said that she was in the studio this week with someone who shall be nameless. It is really good that she is revisiting Rainbow before she releases a new album since it was such a turning point in her career. (Saturday 15 June 2024; 17:01)

Rainbow 25 (106,712) by Alexis Carrington-Colby from United States AAO and TGIFY were recorded in the same period though. (Saturday 15 June 2024; 22:28) this is a reply to message 106,708

Rainbow 25 (106,708) by Edward from USA I agree. Unlike her solo versions of "Whenever You Call" and "Against All Odds", Mariah wasn't in her best vocal form during this period, and it shows in these previously unheard vocals. I'm not particularly impressed, but I'm not disappointed either. She has given us some real gems on "The Rarities". (Saturday 15 June 2024; 17:08)

Rainbow 25 (106,711) by Alexis Carrington-Colby from United States I was wondering if that was 98 Degrees on the harmonies? So it's not really a "Mariah solo"? I wondered if those 2nd verse harmonies are Trey. He is listed in the credits. (Saturday 15 June 2024; 22:26) this is a reply to message 106,710

Rainbow 25 (106,710) by Robert-Anthony from United States Right. She sang the 2nd verse in such a lazy way to me than the first verse. Something is just off with her second verse. Anybody notice that 98 Degrees background are very prevalent and extra loud on the solo version than the album version? I think all three harmonized together on the album version. (Saturday 15 June 2024; 21:23)

Rainbow 25 (106,695) by Alexis Carrington-Colby from United States The question becomes what do they mean by "original mixing problems"? Does that mean the mixes we've known for 25 years are not what she initially wanted? Are these new mixes what 2024 MC prefers? I just realized that on Spotify the OG album has been updated with these new mixes and that's annoying. I was listening to the climax note of the Vulnerability interlude and the ending of that sustained note is missing something that was in the OG. (Saturday 15 June 2024; 03:38) this is a reply to message 106,692

Rainbow 25 (106,692) by Robert-Anthony from United States Mariahtrends on X is reporting that MC worked with her engineers to correct original mixing problems for the anniversary release. I always felt that the sound quality was not like Butterfly or Daydream. Did she rush the mixing process as well to be done with Sony? (Friday 14 June 2024; 22:26)

Celine (106,665) by Alexis Carrington-Colby from United States If you say so. (Thursday 13 June 2024; 23:53) this is a reply to message 106,647

Celine (106,647) by jaker20 from US What a terrible take. (Thursday 13 June 2024; 08:16)

Rainbow Tour footage (106,645) by Alexis Carrington-Colby from United States We know Mariah won’t release a full Rainbow tour concert for Rainbow25. I wonder if we could get an Around the World type release where we could at least see some HQ, remastered footage? That would allow her to cherry pick footage and vocals. (Thursday 13 June 2024; 01:18)

How Much remix (106,644) by Alexis Carrington-Colby from United States I wonder if this [So so def] remix is new (2023-24) or from the actual Rainbow era? (Thursday 13 June 2024; 01:16)

Celine (106,643) by Alexis Carrington-Colby from United States It won't. Why would it? It's "interesting" how so many lambs are suddenly feeling for Celine and seemingly co-opting her heartbreaking condition as a nebulous way to explain Mariah's vocal state. Is it possible that Mariah also has something going on that has impacted her voice? Yes. Is it also possible that improper maintenance is the cause? Yes. The former absolves Mariah of responsibility and places her in a position of being a victim-something I've noticed lambs love, Mariah as a perpetual victim. The latter holds her responsible, at least in part, and that isn't something the lambily likes to do. (Thursday 13 June 2024; 01:12) this is a reply to message 106,639

Celine (106,639) by Will from England I've been watching clips of her interview in the lead up to her documentary, and it is heartbreaking to see her so vulnerable and open about her condition, and demonstrating how it affects her singing so much. SPS sounds horrible and so debilitating, but reminds me of the behind the scenes documentary for her Taking Chances show, and how even then she was battling this condition, without knowing what it was then. I hope, that for us fans, this puts a collective stop to the endless and exhausted debate on not just Celine's, but Mariah's singing voice and state of being. (Wednesday 12 June 2024; 20:23)

Rainbow 25 (106,642) by Alexis Carrington-Colby from United States What is "A Thousand Lifetimes"? Did [Crystal ball] actually get made or was it just a rumor? Lastly, from the way it's been talked about, I never got the impression that the duet version of After Tonight was completed. If that's the case, I'd love to hear demo snippets. (Thursday 13 June 2024; 01:07) this is a reply to message 106,641

Rainbow 25 (106,641) by Robert-Anthony from United States I like what has been revealed so far, but I am hoping for at least 5 more bonus tracks. What about these rumored tracks recorded for the Rainbow album? 1. After Tonight ft. Miguel 2. Crystal Ball ft. Lauryn Hill 3. Everytime A Thousand Life Times would be perfect for the Rainbow 25th anniversary. (Wednesday 12 June 2024; 22:17)

Forget Rainbow25, what’s the plan for Daydream30? (106,636) by Alexis Carrington-Colby from United States I do want Rainbow25 but I really want Daydream30. It’s clear that her bittersweet relationship with that time period inhibits her interactions with Daydream. In spite of that, what do we want for Daydream30? (Wednesday 12 June 2024; 04:22)

Rock & Roll Hall of Fame (106,253) by Alexis Carrington-Colby from United States This is such an ugly statement dropping in misogynoir. Mariah wouldn’t support this (Monday 22 April 2024; 13:06) this is a reply to message 106,252

Rock & Roll Hall of Fame (106,252) by Lee from USA Tell me about it. Mary has virtually no fans outside of the USA. She only wins accolades out of pity whereas Mariah is selling out concerts. Our girl has met 3 US presidents and gets worshipped by other celebrities. (Monday 22 April 2024; 11:21)

Troll (106,214) by Alexis Carrington-Colby from United States Troll? Umm, I've been a lamb since before she even was calling us that. I've flown to see her a dozen times. My 25 year MC collection takes up an entire room and has its own IG. How intellectually lazy of you to attempt to summarily dismiss my comments as trolling simply because you disagree with them. (Thursday 18 April 2024; 23:45) this is a reply to message 106,212

Troll (106,212) by 123 from USA Is that troll back under the name C? Please get rid of its new alias. (Thursday 18 April 2024; 21:46)

Vocals (106,206) by Alexis Carrington-Colby from United States The excuses, you've put more into attempting to defend her lunacy than she did on the stage for the show. (Thursday 18 April 2024; 02:29) this is a reply to message 106,188

Vocals (106,188) by Tony Lorenzo from UK Can we all stop complaining about the vocals? She can still sing. These are the issues: 1.) Too-tight clothes 2.) Breath control And they are tied together. Mariah still had the voice, she had just got to use a vocal coach to figure out the breath control she used to have. She should not be too big to think she could do with a vocal coach. Once she works out how to keep her breath in a new, older body, she will be back on top vocally. She'll have extra rasp but will still sound amazing, if not better. By the way have ya'll read Why Mariah Carey Matters? That will definitely shut up all the complaining. (Tuesday 16 April 2024; 03:07)

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