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About Bobby A from United States: I have been a Lamb since 1990. I know Mariah. I love her music. I breathe her music.

AIWFCIY (104,555) by Bobby A from United States Great post, Terna. (Friday 15 December 2023; 22:59) this is a reply to message 104,550

AIWFCIY (104,550) by Terna from Nigeria It's funny how Mariah made Christmas cool and now everyone wants in on the moment, but clearly she's the only one who's genuine about her love for the holidays. It would be crazy if for some strange reason, another song in her holiday canon suddenly gains steam and hits number 1. This would mean a tie with The Beatles. . I see it happening for "Oh Santa" down the road. (Friday 15 December 2023; 11:44)

Another close call (104,534) by Bobby A from United States RATCT has always [beeen] a holiday favorite during Christmas in the U.S. It reminds U.S. families of getting together to celebrate Christmas. (Wednesday 13 December 2023; 20:25) this is a reply to message 104,531

Another close call (104,531) by BFF from United States I think Brenda's song appearing in the film Home Alone augmented its appeal to American audiences. Personally, I think Mariah's song is way better. Hopefully RATCT won't stay at #1 too long. There are other more deserving holiday songs. I would love to see Chuck Berry's "Run Rudolph Run", Charles Brown's "Please Come Home for Christmas", or Darlene Love's "Christmas (Baby Please Come Home)" hit number one. Though I think Mariah's cover of Darlene's song greatly improves on it. (Wednesday 13 December 2023; 03:14)

Another close call (104,527) by Bobby A from United States It's those darn pre-loaded Spotify playlists initiated by UMG. (Tuesday 12 December 2023; 23:25) this is a reply to message 104,521

Another close call (104,521) by Edward from USA Brenda is back at number one, but not for such a huge margin: these are the numbers. RATCT: 41.3 million streams (up 18%), 20.5 million radio airplay (down 1%) and 6,000 downloads (up 109%) AIWFCIY: 38.5 million streamsn(up 19%), 24.1 million radio and airplay (up 12%) and 5,000 downloads/sales (up 29%) While RATCT has 2.9 million streams more than AIFCIY, the latter has 3.6 millions radio airplay more than RATCT. Brenda airplay is already decreasing while Mariah's keep going up. AIWFCIY will definitely be number one by Christmas day. Brenda's numbers will deflate faster after Christmas. (Tuesday 12 December 2023; 18:13)

Christmas shows 2023 (104,517) by Bobby A from United States What made this year's shows so fabulous and her best yet? I think it is because of her vocal performances, Debbie Allen, impromptu song moments, and her humor. I am excited about 2024. (Tuesday 12 December 2023; 02:28)

News (104,498) by Bobby A from United States Yes. She may make it to number one, but it is going to be tough this year because of Tate McRae and Nicki Minaj current singles. (Sunday 10 December 2023; 23:02) this is a reply to message 104,497

News (104,497) by Lee from USA Wasn't she #1 at the first week of 2023? (Sunday 10 December 2023; 20:16)

News (104,496) by Bobby A from United States I hear from a lot of my co-workers and friends that they have grown tired of AIWFCIY this year. When I am out and about in the stores, I am hear other artists' versions of AIWFCIY. Maybe MC won't make it to number #1 this year and that is okay with me. I just want her to get back in the studio and get that album finished. (Sunday 10 December 2023; 18:53) this is a reply to message 104,495

News (104,495) by Edward from USA Mariah was dominating on airplay and sales last when RATCT hit number one, now she's only ahead on radio airplay. I don't think she'll dethrone Brenda just yet. At this point, the figures Talkofthecharts has are very accurate. (Sunday 10 December 2023; 17:32)

One producer collaboration to revisit (104,488) by Bobby A from United States Tricky Stewart and The-Dream. I know, but I heard Colby O'Donis' The Difference and it reminded me why I like their production and melodies. I know there are others that most of you want. So, let me hear them. (Saturday 9 December 2023; 22:40)

Face shot or complete body (104,482) by Bobby A from United States I counted whether MC's 15 albums covers were face shot or complete body. She has had 10 complete body album covers and 5 face shot album covers. I would prefer another full body album cover with her sitting near a huge window looking out at New York City. I say that because I feel this album is going to be a reflection album about the last 5 years. She is going to reveal so much to the world about MC in 2024. So many things have happened since Caution that enquiring minds want to know. (Saturday 9 December 2023; 12:47)

Christmas collabs (104,481) by Bobby A from United States Yes. I tweeted MC this week asking if she was going to bring out some special guests at the MSG show. If you saw it, it was me. I am Tony Campbell on X. That's my straight alter ego. Lol. (Saturday 9 December 2023; 12:30) this is a reply to message 104,480

Christmas collabs (104,480) by jaker20 from US Apparently, Mariah will (rumor) bring out JHud and Ariana in MSG. But to me, this collab isn't doing the song any favors. Their voices don't blend well. Well, Ariana and Mariah's voice blends a bit, but JHud, bless her, doesn't. So got me thinking: who should Mariah collab next? How about Darelene Love or Brenda Lee, in the form of mashup. It's not like Mariah, Ariana and JHud all showed up on the studio. I actually really really like Mariah's live duet with Michael Buble. I thought their voices blend so very well together. And I don't hate her duet with Justin Bieber, either. So it sounds like Mariah's best duets are with the male artists. I can't wait for Mariah/Usher being together again. (Saturday 9 December 2023; 04:32)

Christmastime Is In The Air Again (104,469) by Bobby A from United States Flawless. (Friday 8 December 2023; 12:42) this is a reply to message 104,467

Christmastime Is In The Air Again (104,467) by Edward from USA That was [a] great performance. Her words just flowed, no background singers needed. (Friday 8 December 2023; 12:31)

O Holy Shite (104,466) by Bobby A from United States Happy Friday everyone. Let's be nice today, Andy boo. (Friday 8 December 2023; 12:01) this is a reply to message 104,462

O Holy Shite (104,462) by Andrew from the UK So in looking for a clip of Roc rapping I found this clip. Mariah looks drugged, she is not even pretending to lipstick, she looks somewhat dazed and confused, slow, heavy and bored. Perhaps in the back row you can see less of how much of a shit show this is compared to fifth? Come on, people, be honest here: this is awful for a supposed world-class legend doing an arena tour, notably of a show she just repeats every year. Have the courage to state it, to tell Mariah this is not good enough. I will give it to Rocky, though: he was the best thing in the stage. (Friday 8 December 2023; 01:39)

Mimi send Brenda flowers (104,465) by Bobby A from United States Andy, it's called congratulating someone who did something fabulous. (Friday 8 December 2023; 11:58) this is a reply to message 104,460

Mimi send Brenda flowers (104,460) by Andrew from the UK Why does Mariah send flowers to all people who chart higher than her? For the love of God, this season is more than that one bloody song. Is nobody else finding Mariah’s Queen of Christmas persona a bit too self-congratulatory? I'm so over it. (Friday 8 December 2023; 01:26)

New video (104,457) by Bobby A from United States According to Glittering Mariah on X, MC is dropping a new video featuring the Lambs tonight at midnight. Could it be the huge AIWFCIY performance during the Kansas City show? (Friday 8 December 2023; 00:02)

Vocals getting better (104,444) by Bobby A from United States I really feel today that MC's voice was going to deteriorate anyway as she got older because of her vocal nodules. It seems now that we are always going to be in a period of her good vocals and the next year with her having bad vocals. With each album since TEOM her vocals declined some period of time between albums during live events. Also, I want to go on the record and say that her vocals during The Angels Advocate Tour were out of this world. I saw MC in Atlanta and I was blown away with high notes she was hitting that night. And that was right after the recording time of the raspy vocals on Memoirs. (Thursday 7 December 2023; 00:20) this is a reply to message 104,437

Vocals getting better (104,437) by Andrew from the UK So: "Mariah doesn't sing before she's supposed to sing on stage because she can't be bothered so people who book early shows will just have to suck up shite vocals"? How absurd. Imagine going to see a West End musical and the talent missing notes because they didn't rehearse. Imagine going to watch a football match and your team losing badly because they didn't go to training. Imagine... well, I think the point is made. Mariah's vocal deterioration is of her own making and people like Jamie-Luke get grief for not wanting to hand their hard-earned cash over to her for sub-par performances. Bleak, indeed. Perhaps Mariah not getting to No.1 might give her the shock that she needs: that she has to up her game and not stand motionless, without uttering sound, expecting adulation and praise. (Wednesday 6 December 2023; 17:46)

Number one (104,443) by Bobby A from United States It's going interesting if MC and Brenda do trade spots back and forth the remainder of the season. Or MC could take the top spot the remainder of the season. I am sure next year we get some new promotional plan so Brenda won't have a chance. (Wednesday 6 December 2023; 23:42) this is a reply to message 104,440

Number one (104,440) by Edward from USA The general consensus from the comments is that really good promotion from Brenda and her label was the key factor. A new video and strategic promotion gave RATCT the little push it needed. We have still a few weeks to go. I'm hopeful. (Wednesday 6 December 2023; 20:24)

Good voice (104,431) by Bobby A from United States I think that you are totally wrong this time for sure. MC would kill it on the Superbowl stage with Usher. She would move like she did in the Honey video. Debbie Allen would be hired for her 6 minute performance that would have MC moving with her male dancers to A No No/I'm That Chick mash-up. (Wednesday 6 December 2023; 01:55) this is a reply to message 104,425

Good voice (104,425) by Andrew from the UK It's *highly* likely Usher himself will be either lipsyncing or singing over pre-record. I say she should do it, if offered. And practice like buggery to not look like an awful drag tribute act. New shorter dark, old school hair, maybe rocking some bangs. Pants on, tits away, heels lowered, moving around the set piece. Get Gucci to design her outfit. I'm talking a totally shocking new look Mariah, first-worldwide glimpse, so that, the very next morning, it's Mariah's hot new body, hot new style, hot new track that is the talk, not the unbelievably boring American "football" nor Usher. Who should be in hot pants. Alas, she will stand frozen centre stage in an unimpressive sparkly ball gown with her fake boobs hanging out - boobs which, by then, should have formed their own gravitational pull. But we can dream. (Tuesday 5 December 2023; 20:15)

MC's sold out Chicago show (104,430) by Bobby A from United States Her voice just keeps getting better with each show. I wonder what did MC do to bring her voice back to where she actually sounds better than six months ago. Whatever you did MC, keep up with the better habits and vocal practices. (Wednesday 6 December 2023; 01:05) this is a reply to message 104,422

MC's sold out Chicago show (104,422) by Chicago Lamb from USA A girlfriend of mine attended the show. She's a casual fan but went with a group of girls for fun. She recorded some fantastic videos. This is from her social media post: "Back in the 90s I said more than once that 'all I wanted for Christmas' was to see Mariah Carey perform (that song) - and many other songs live. It only took me 30 years but my wish came true. Last night, we attended the sold out Mariah Carey Christmas show - and wow it definitely was worth the wait. She included favorites from her 1994 and 2010 Merry Christmas albums along with many other non holiday hits. Mariah looks, sounds flawless and seems to be having fun on stage with her band and dancers. So grateful for another fun girlfriend holiday adventure. Here is a little taste of the magic." (Tuesday 5 December 2023; 12:37)

Rockin' Around #1 (104,421) by Bobby A from United States I know she is going to make the Lambs proud in 2024. I am even looking forward to a JD/BMC/JA collaboration. Muni Long's Made For Me is just a beautiful R&B ballad. (Tuesday 5 December 2023; 12:20) this is a reply to message 104,416

Rockin' Around #1 (104,416) by Shezz from Pk Robert Anthony you called this weeks ago. There still are a few more weeks for her to get to number 1, I hope she gets one week atleast. Though you said you thought she won't hit number 1 this year. Maybe she'll hit number 1 on the chart for the first week of 2024 which will keep her streak going. I remember it was a really tight race last year as well and RATCT was also number 1 on Spotify last year but more towards the end. I don't think any amount of promotion at this point will make people stream or buy this song more than they already do. I don't think Mariah has anything left to accomplish with AIWFC - most of us were hoping it would help her get her longest running number 1 title back. It still can, might just take longer now. I think some people are generally getting a little tired of AIWFC (as per comments seen online). Heck even I tend to skip it on my Christmas playlist now sometimes - but whenever it does come on it still sounds pretty darn good I'll admit. Lets celebrate her reaching number 1 on the global Billboard and Spotify charts and looking great in the People shoot. She says she has enough songs for an album now needs to record some of them so maybe a new album in spring. Also, I read online that Butterfly Lounge is Mariah's foray into Jazz. Lets hope that sees the light of day soon. (Tuesday 5 December 2023; 02:39)

Good voice (104,411) by Bobby A from United States Do you think she has voice back enough join Usher on the Superbowl stage in 2024? I think so. If Usher announces MC will join him, it will be the biggest event of her career since WBT. She would be forced to drop a new song on February 9th. Just saying today trying to think positively. (Tuesday 5 December 2023; 01:10) this is a reply to message 104,372

Good voice (104,372) by Joachim Agerup Løkkevik from Norway I can honestly say I had lost all faith in that Mariah would work on her voice and sound good again, but she has impressed me once more. How pleasant and nice it is to hear her live voice again, it's so satisfying and soothing, just listen to this. (Sunday 3 December 2023; 18:28)

Rockin' Around #1 (104,410) by Bobby A from United States It seems like UMG has set a precedent this year with RATCT and its aggressive marketing strategies to get it to number #1 after 65 years. Other record labels are going to follow suit next year. Oh, no. Last Christmas will be 40 years old next Christmas. Will Last Christmas make it number #1 with Sony Legacy's help? Brenda has shown us all it takes is a new video, special guest vocalists, a couple of TV appearances, social media and shady Spotify to help get a Christmas song to number one. (Tuesday 5 December 2023; 00:57) this is a reply to message 104,407

Rockin' Around #1 (104,407) by Terna from Nigeria I smell a rat. The song didn't even have a bullet on the chart as of last week, now suddenly it is number one. I call bull. (Tuesday 5 December 2023; 00:19)

Rockin' Around (Spotify position) (104,405) by Bobby A from United States This article tells the story of UMG's aggressive marketing strategies this Christmas season. (Monday 4 December 2023; 23:40) this is a reply to message 104,392

Rockin' Around (Spotify position) (104,392) by Edward from USA That's not boycott or illegal. You don't have to listen to those playlists. Most people have their own playlists anyway, and Spotify is not the only streaming platform. Brenda wasn't at the top of some of those playlists before. Was she being boycotted since AIWFCIY hit number one? I thought we had moved on from the paranoia lambs tend to have about some mega powerful entity coming for Mariah. AIWFIY and RATCT are the Christmas hits they are because millions of people love them and got them there. You can discount, you can gift, you can pray, you can throw a lambtrum, but all that won't make a song popular or hit if people don't like it. (Monday 4 December 2023; 15:55)

Rockin' Around #1 (104,404) by Bobby A from United States I just cant believe this has happened. However, we saw it coming this past weekend. (Monday 4 December 2023; 23:04) this is a reply to message 104,401

Rockin' Around #1 (104,401) by Edward from USA Let's be happy for Brenda. Mariah will be number one again eventually. Other songs have been gaining popularity too. (Monday 4 December 2023; 22:20)

A look back at 2023 (104,382) by Bobby A from United States Dahling, don't take me so seriously on here. I am just having a little bit of fun. It was Heather Locklear's billing status on Melrose Place that I am referencing. There is room for you before me anytime. Lol. (Sunday 3 December 2023; 21:20) this is a reply to message 104,379

A look back at 2023 (104,379) by Andrew from the UK What is "special guest star status" (I ask with a due sense of exhaustion and dread)? I've posted on this board hundreds, if not thousands, of times. Chill out. You get a tad cringe, now and then. But mostly now. And always then. (Sunday 3 December 2023; 20:24)

Emotions formula (104,377) by Bobby A from United States Carole King was determined to work with MC after she declined to cover YMMFLANW. So, she flew out to New York anyway and If It's Over was born. I love the highs and lows of her vocal delivery and orgasmic climax is unbelievable and breathtaking both live and on the album. Just one more song like this would garner her 20th number one. This time let's get Sia or ILYA and Ryan Tedder to fly out New York and create a masterpiece. (Sunday 3 December 2023; 20:03) this is a reply to message 104,346

Emotions formula (104,346) by Andrew from the UK Let's remind ourselves what weak certainly does not look like. (Saturday 2 December 2023; 22:17)

Oh Santa original vs JHud/Ariana version (104,370) by Bobby A from United States I have always thought MC did the collaboration with Ariana and JHud just for a cute festive moment to promote the Apple Music special. They probably recorded their parts separately in different studios and sent it to MC. I don't think the collaboration made the final cut for the special. I never watched the special all the way through because I cringed how thin sounding her voice was on the songs. (Sunday 3 December 2023; 17:56) this is a reply to message 104,366

Oh Santa original vs JHud/Ariana version (104,366) by jaker20 from US What's everyone's opinion on this? It's interesting that the JHud/Ariana collab didn't do much to the song. I personally thought their voices didn't blend so well, and there's no chemistry between them on the video. It wasn't cute or engaging. But we said the same with the AIWFCIY collab with Bieber. (Sunday 3 December 2023; 15:46)

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