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About TJ from Norway: I've been a fan since she released Vision of Love in 1990. Insta: tony2909

Eternal 12 (108,884) by TJ from Norway I don't have any evidence on the case, but hasn't some fans here written about her lack of facial expressions and it (surgery) might a reason for it? I don't know. There has been times during her career that I have watched her on tv shows, and I have been thinking that her face looks different since last time I watched her perform. She's 56 this year, has tons of money and work in an industry where it's sadly "normal" to fix things. Btw: 1 day, 14 hours and 39 minutes left before she release TEOM20. (Wednesday 28 May 2025; 09:21) this is a reply to message 108,878

Eternal 12 (108,878) by MusicfanJ from Germany I hope not. I can't stand the Kardashians. Naturally beauty is the best. I'm always shocked when I see Pricella Presley. You can't tell her age anymore, but there's no mimic, like a mask. I always think that's spooky. And she was auch a beautiful woman, she didn't need it. Women like Andie McDowell, Sigourney Weaver and Helen Mirren are super role models, they look good and natural. (Tuesday 27 May 2025; 19:48)

Eternal 12 (108,876) by TJ from Norway Do you guys think Mariah and Chris Jenner have been to the same plastic surgeon? They have some similarities in their faces at the moment. (Tuesday 27 May 2025; 14:42)

Europe (108,873) by TJ from Norway Capri, Sorrento, Amalfi and Positano. Lovely places to visit. Capri is expensive, so start saving money. I just love the scenery in Italy. Have fun. (Tuesday 27 May 2025; 09:29) this is a reply to message 108,869

Europe (108,869) by Bobby A from United States Okay. I am planning my first trip to Europe in 2026. I know I want visit Capri where MC recorded some tracks from Charmbraclet. (Monday 26 May 2025; 18:54)

One Heart, One Voice (108,864) by TJ from Norway Hahaha. (Monday 26 May 2025; 12:18) this is a reply to message 108,863

One Heart, One Voice (108,863) by Webmaster Eric from the Netherlands I don't think Walter sings, so I have no idea if their voices blend in together well. (Monday 26 May 2025; 09:49)

The Mimi session (108,807) by TJ from Norway Lovely concert. Well done. (Wednesday 21 May 2025; 23:24)

Lol (108,797) by TJ from Norway Like a drag show? (Wednesday 21 May 2025; 11:36) this is a reply to message 108,794

Lol (108,794) by Rashidi Rahim Rick from Malaysia Mariah is already a multi millionaires darling. She does't need to do voice trainig. This is not the 90's anymore. She can rely on pre-recorded track in which it's still her voice unlike other singer who used other singer's voice. All that matters is that she needs to look gorgeous on stage with the gowns, hair and make up. (Wednesday 21 May 2025; 02:56)

Biopic (108,758) by TJ from Norway Hahahah. I love your list. (Sunday 18 May 2025; 12:05) this is a reply to message 108,756

Biopic (108,756) by Bill from the UK Those that know me also know lists bring me joy. For completeness, here is the current most up to date download of reasons why Mariah can't or doesn't sing anymore. Let me know if any need adding I've forgotten. 1. Ear monitor malfunction 2. No humidifiers 3. Too cold 4. Too hot 5. Stage fright 6. Corset too tight 7. Heels too high 8. Preserving her voice 9. Scared of Michael Jackson's casket 10. Didn't want to upstage the Queen of Soul 11. Wanted to respect her peers 12. Bronchitis 13. Stressful divorce/break up 14. Arm in a sling 15. Pregnant 16. Not pregnant 17. Nodules 18. Too many splashes 19. Medicated 20. Backing singers missed their cue 21. Backing singers singing her part now baby 22. Foiled by Dick Clarke Productions 23. Late for the sound check 24. Not enough sleep 25. Too much sleep 26. Bipolar 27. Food poisoning 28. Mic wasn't turned up 29. Shit happens 30. Avoiding wrinkles (Sunday 18 May 2025; 11:15)

Deeply concerned (108,737) by TJ from Norway I think the overdose of botox during years makes her face expressionless. I know alot of people that ignore the danger of putting poison into their flesh and how it will effect them when they do it. (Thursday 15 May 2025; 13:17) this is a reply to message 108,732

Deeply concerned (108,732) by Bill from the UK For me, it's pretty obvious that Mariah has some debilitating health condition, and I'm surprised not more people think that or can see it like I can. The evidence is all around us. The truth will come out one day, and probably very soon. (Thursday 15 May 2025; 01:36)

Met Gala (108,685) by TJ from Norway Migrate? Never heard about that one. Is that one of those songs who never made it to the album, and have secretly leaked online? (Thursday 8 May 2025; 14:02) this is a reply to message 108,678

Met Gala (108,678) by Edward from USA It's not only you. "When I Feel It" is not a bad song, it's just an unpolished filler. I never heard anybody claim it was a potential hit. I like it more than "Secret Love" and "Sprung" though. The "Once in a Lifetime" ringtone, had it be turned into a full song, it would've been a great one. There's one song that nobody ever talks about that could've been #1, it's called " Migrate". (Wednesday 7 May 2025; 23:47)

Tommy book (108,673) by TJ from Norway Thank you so much. I should read it myself, but then again, I have never opened her own book. It's in the bookshelf, resting for a rainy day. (Monday 5 May 2025; 19:39) this is a reply to message 108,671

Tommy book (108,671) by Jamie from UK So far he's acknowledged that she wanted to go in different directions from the start but also that she didn't like [Hero] and didn't want it on Music Box. He said that she said it was too white bread. He felt that deep down she loved it especially when it became such a big hit, but that he felt it was more that she didn't want her fiends to think she was selling out as such. But he ultimately said she was the one writing these lyrics and no one put those words into her head. I personally feel that she knew deep down these were great songs and the right direction but her own rebellious side wanted to distance herself from them. You can't force natural talent and those lyrics. He even says he should never have got involved the way he did, she should have kept it a business arrangement. He said he's seen it time and time again where artists want to move away from their core base. He is very complimentary of Mariah and accepts her upbringing and insecurities but again those early years of music no one was forcing her to write those lyrics, they came from the heart. Also he says that it was Mariah who proposed to him. I genuinely think he loved her and his own insecurities blinded him when she was wanting to experiment musically. Sometimes when people get together it can bring out the worst traits even when they both love each other. (Monday 5 May 2025; 05:31)

Tommy book (108,669) by TJ from Norway I hope that you will bring some updates along the way. I am sure a lot of the readers on this board will call it pure fiction, but please bring the juice. (Sunday 4 May 2025; 10:05) this is a reply to message 108,667

Tommy book (108,667) by Jamie from UK I've just started reading Tommy Mottola's book from the point he met Mariah. Still got some to go but I was loving the part where he went down to the woodshop after Mariah said come down and meet Ben Marguiles. He says when he got there he was faced with Mariah singing. He said she was good on the demo but to hear her sing there in the woodshop studio was incredible and her voice was so powerful. It gave me goose bumps imagine witnessing that. He said it was then that he noticed her flirting with him and he had to speak to his therapist about her as he felt he was falling in love with her. I can't wait to read some more tonight. (Saturday 3 May 2025; 20:36)

401k (108,662) by TJ from Norway 401K I believe is an American thing about retirement and savings. I guess it was a poisoning reply, that shouldn't been on the board. I might be wrong, because I don't know the system there. (Friday 2 May 2025; 20:51) this is a reply to message 108,657

401k (108,657) by Zachariah from Croatia I had to google what does that mean and I am still not sure did I get it right. It is exhausting to read these comments. (Friday 2 May 2025; 11:11)

MTV90's (108,661) by TJ from Norway Has finally started to air programs worth the time. On Tuesday next week it's MC unplugged, and I hope for some music videos soon. They air 1 hour shows of big names all the time now. (Friday 2 May 2025; 20:33)

Article: What else does the Hall of Fame want from Mariah? (108,635) by TJ from Norway Me too. Back in the days when Daydream got like a million nominations at the Grammys, we have to wonder what force was stopping her from winning. (Wednesday 30 April 2025; 06:27) this is a reply to message 108,631

Article: What else does the Hall of Fame want from Mariah? (108,631) by Bobby A from United States I have never thought MC's diva persona could be the reason, but it could be. I would love to know what is being said in some these board rooms where the nominees were discussed and chosen. (Tuesday 29 April 2025; 21:01)

Article: What else does the Hall of Fame want from Mariah? (108,634) by TJ from Norway Aretha, yes. Whitney, no. I can't be that bombastic, but WH lost a lot of respect during the years. If it was the diva/trash attitude or the drugs, I don't know. (Wednesday 30 April 2025; 06:25) this is a reply to message 108,632

Article: What else does the Hall of Fame want from Mariah? (108,632) by Lee from USA I disagree. Being a diva worked for Whitney and Aretha. (Tuesday 29 April 2025; 22:08)

Article: What else does the Hall of Fame want from Mariah? (108,628) by TJ from Norway That was a really good article. I also believe that Randy is correct about all the diva act keep her and rest of the world separate. People doesn't take her serious. Another perspective is that her voice was so good, that I guess people did think of her as a product, made by the record company. (Tuesday 29 April 2025; 15:01) this is a reply to message 108,627

Article: What else does the Hall of Fame want from Mariah? (108,627) by Chicago Lamb from USA Mariah will have her moment. Many great artists wait years for induction. Perhaps when the debut is certified Diamond, AIWFC goes triple Diamond... who knows. Rolling Stone hits the right note on this subject. (Tuesday 29 April 2025; 13:20)

Article: Rock and Roll Hall of Fame's 2025 nominees revealed (108,617) by TJ from Norway As I said earlier. Big competition. Big names. She will get there. We don't know if it's before or after Beyonce. (Monday 28 April 2025; 10:20) this is a reply to message 108,616

Article: Rock and Roll Hall of Fame's 2025 nominees revealed (108,616) by Bobby A from United States MC will not be inducted again this year. I guess the only way she will ever be nominated is to anmounce her final album or last world tour. Cyndi Lauper beat MC this year. (Monday 28 April 2025; 08:13)

MC16 (108,612) by TJ from Norway Are the songs like milk, with an expiration date? Or will they sound fresh? (Saturday 26 April 2025; 09:41) this is a reply to message 108,611

MC16 (108,611) by Edward from USA Just be patient. She has ten songs ready since 2019. New music will drop very soon. (Saturday 26 April 2025; 02:39)

Old vs new (108,603) by TJ from Norway What do you mean? (Tuesday 22 April 2025; 17:47) this is a reply to message 108,602

Old vs new (108,602) by Lee from USA Personally, I like new Mariah more than old Mariah. She sounded more miserable because she was literally miserable. I doubt that she wants to be miserable anymore. There's tons of singers singing about heartbreak, and yet you're here complaining. (Tuesday 22 April 2025; 14:41)

Friday feeling (108,597) by TJ from Norway I am in the same category. Mariah Carey 1990-1996 just killed. Those lyrics, that voice. Listening to the live versions of her debut album is just out of this world. Her voice changed on every album, and I was "scared" back in '97 when she released Butterfly. The voice that we knew was gone. I don't think fans or lambs post 2000 understand what kind of artist she used to be. I'm just glad to have experienced the extreme power that she had at the time. At some point she has to get rid of her stilettos, swimsuits, gowns and the newly rich trash style, and use normal clothes and flat shoes. I guess she would look better in stuff from HM than what she wears now. My dream is that she is going acoustic and simple on stage, like the unplugged concert. Lose the attitude, kill the inner diva and be a humble human being. Be real. She shouldn't try to sing the songs like she used to, but in a way that fits her voice. Peace out. And have fun at the beach. (Monday 21 April 2025; 12:02) this is a reply to message 108,594

Friday feeling (108,594) by Bill from the UK Bless you Bobby, I still check in from time to time. Truth is I'm just not a fan of modern day Mariah. Don't get me wrong, I will always love her more than any of you all ever will lol, but I prefer Mariah lamenting about loving someone till the end of time or being alone in love, rather than telling me to GTFO and bragging about riding a D with Ariana Grande. Anyway, to answer your question, my favourite album is of course the untouchable debut. There is something so magical about those Carey-Margulies compositions, and her voice never sounded as good. That deep, rich tone full of volume and timbre. Oh how I miss it. As for my favourite song, aside from All I Want for Christmas Is You and Vision of Love which I consider separate entities, it would be the regular album version of Fantasy. It came out during the peak of my fandom and hearing it the first time on the radio, I still wistfully think back to that day now and again. I also enjoy long walks on the beach and quiet nights in. Hope you've been well. (Sunday 20 April 2025; 17:03)

TEOM 20 (108,548) by TJ from Norway I thought it was going to be a big release this morning? All I can see is the remix of DFAU. I used to be blonde, so I might have misunderstood. (Friday 11 April 2025; 06:33)

TEOM announcement (108,539) by TJ from Norway What if she re-releases the album as a duet album? That would have been a lot of fun. (Thursday 10 April 2025; 06:23) this is a reply to message 108,531

TEOM announcement (108,531) by Bobby A from United States Thank you, Eric and Shezz. You know that I am technology challenged. Shezz, I think there is really a good chance we may get the audio version of The Adventures of Mimi concert on CD and vinyl to celebrate the anniversary of TEOM. It would be great to hear a remastered Dolby Atmos version in 2025. (Tuesday 8 April 2025; 11:01)

Favorite Mariah Hip-Hop collaborations (108,495) by TJ from Norway What about Fantasy Def Club Mix? (Monday 31 March 2025; 21:57) this is a reply to message 108,488

Favorite Mariah Hip-Hop collaborations (108,488) by Randy from USA You all are missing out on the best version of Fantasy. It is the Bad Boy Mix which I think is track 4 on the maxi-single. It has both the pop hook and ODB on it. It's the only one I listen to. I love Honey with Mase and The Lox. I hate the Jermaine Dupri remix. I love Gucci Mane on Obsessed. I love both The Roof extended Mobb Deep and Breakdown extended Bobe Thugs. I love the Nicki Minaj verse on Up Out My Face. My All/Stay Awhile with the rap is also a favorite. (Sunday 30 March 2025; 04:50)

Buttery tone (108,453) by TJ from Norway I think it went away when she was over exposing the whispering sound. I remember me and my friends were really concerned about her using her voice like that in 97, when she released Butterfly. (Wednesday 26 March 2025; 21:18) this is a reply to message 108,444

Buttery tone (108,444) by Edward from USA Bobby A, a "buttery" voice refers to a smooth, fluid, warm, and rounded vocal quality. Most of Mariah's '90s catalog is filled with it. Some examples, just to pick a few, include Vanishing, Till the End of Time, Can't Let Go, Music Box, Underneath the Stars, Lead the Way, Open Arms, Melt Away, and Everything Fades Away. Albums like Daydream, Music Box, Merry Christmas, and Butterfly are basically the epitome of a beautiful buttery voice. Sadly, by 2002, only traces of that buttery voice were still there. And before some of y'all try to nail me to a cross next to Oprah and Gayle, I'm not saying she couldn't sing, she absolutely could still blow, but the fluidity and seamless transitions between registers just weren't the same. A lot of us complained about the heavy use of the whisper register on Charmbracelet, it's funny that I would take anything from her with even half that quality in a heartbeat. (Wednesday 26 March 2025; 14:44)

Emancipation & Daydream (108,452) by TJ from Norway Finally a decent person. It brings back the 90s for me. My neighbors hated me for playing music so loud that they woke up really early in the morning during the summer of 94. I had the speakers hanging out of the windows while enjoying the weather and being outside. (Wednesday 26 March 2025; 21:13) this is a reply to message 108,434

Emancipation & Daydream (108,434) by Jamie from UK Haha I'm old too but Music Box trumps everything for me anyway. I just love it so much. Lots of good memories from that time too. (Tuesday 25 March 2025; 18:57)

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