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Walter the retail relic (87,182) by Geronimo from USA Walter and people nostalgic for his work with Mariah Carey are in a tough spot. His concept of "big" songs, as far as I'm concerned, represent the low point of Mariah's musical creativity. Songs he mentions in that whiny-man article are certainly big hits that connect with people in a very obvious, sentimental, and traditional way. And by traditional I don't mean anything as deep as "classical". I mean 'traditional' in the sense that a certain type of commercial or sitcom or Hollywood movie predictably pulls at people's heartstrings while playing on common tropes that require no thinking, risk, or creativity on the artist's part. Mariah's collaborations with Walter represent a stream of hits based on a well known and easy to perform formula of sentiments, melodies, harmonies, and climaxes. I think Mariah Carey is currently at her creative peek because she is helping to create a genre of music that blends hip-hop, rap, and r&b in playful and mature way. Her lyrics now are creative and fun as well as subtle compared to her most sentimental and cloying Hallmark card-like renderings from the early and mid 90s. The songs she wrote with Walter are almost always the songs I skip when listening to older albums because although her voice does all the amazing things we associate with Mariah Carey, the songs she wrote with Walter are often the ones that are least creative, the most predictable, the corniest both musically and lyrically. They often sound like listening to something everybody in the world would identify with as a result of being exposed to the same ideology rather than songs only Mariah Carey would think of and sing in her very unique yet intuitive melodic style. At the same time, I'm happy for her success with Christmas music but I could live a long time without ever hearing a AIWFCIU again. Sorry. Therefore - Walter and friends' comparisons between Mariah Carey, Celine Dion, and Whitney Houston are quite a bit off to begin with. From a commercial perspective they certainly occupied the same retail slot for years. However, Mariah Carey was always coming from a different place and going different places than either of them intended and Walter only represents the brief moment when adult contemporary music gave Mariah Carey a platform to begin that which she has only begun to do. (Friday 21 December 2018; 17:29)

Michael Cinco talks about dressing Mariah (73,048) by Geronimo from USA For some strange reason, I really love this article. Maybe it's because custom made, high end designer clothing in Dubai is a semi-normal and routine part of Mariah Carey's crazy world. I am so far from being able to relate to her lifestyle that it is easy to forget that glamour and spectacle is and always has been part of the showbiz world. I guess Mariah is old-school like that. Damn, if I were in her position what would I have somebody design for me? (Thursday 23 February 2017; 6:37)

Re: Jimmy (72,757) (72,759) by Geronimo from USA I agree with you Jimmy. Still, I am going to need Mariah to do just a little bit more on stage. She should just pretend she's an actress while she's on stage and play the role of an energetic performer. (Thursday 16 February 2017; 22:34)

This era is "just for laughs" (72,357) by Geronimo from USA I remember when Mariah used to sing "Lullaby of bird land". A couple of times she ended the song by saying "it's just for laughs". She put on a really old school cute face when she said it as if she wanted you to know that she wanted you to know she was laughing with both sincerity and irony. Now she's having fake relationships with billionaires, doing reality shows faux-cheating with a dancer young enough to be her son (I think) and releasing a song where she plays the victim while everyone watched her cheat on the scripted TV show. She has decided to entertain us and take all of our self righteous gasping and befuddled pearl clutching to the bank because she has always worked toward making a living as an entertainer and has been doing so brilliantly for 27 years. If she put out the greatest R&B record or the greatest pop record the world has ever seen tomorrow it wouldn't sell more than the worst album of this year put out by whoever the media gods have blessed this current moment. Somehow Mariah Carey has managed to amass an eight or nine digit fortune by entertaining people for the past 27 years. Despite some eyebrow raising and head scratching moments I would say she is doing just fine as long as she's laughing too. (Wednesday 8 February 2017; 6:35)

Re: Mariah Carey Superbowl (72,262) (72,277) by Geronimo from USA I agree with you. I don't think Mariah really likes performing - especially these days. Her magic happens in the recording studio which is where she got her start and formed her identity. When I look at videos of her performing at her absolute vocal best - despite being very gracious - she still looked like it took a lot of work to be on stage and that she would rather not be there. (Monday 6 February 2017; 18:52)

Re: It's just entertainment (72,242) (72,275) by Geronimo from USA Thanks for your reply, webmaster. You have unfortunately exaggerated or ignored my point. I did not suggest only positive comments are appropriate. I pointed out a particular trend in which people predominately disparage Mariah's parenting skills, mental health and her character in general. Doing that online about someone who has never even pretended to be any more than an entertainer – and doing it again and again and again - certainly does lean toward the neurotic. But by all means should people continue to post a wide range of opinions. I think my post was pretty clear about the specific issue I was raising in contrast to the generic one you put up as a straw-man. Nevertheless, this is your site and it has so far not been so painful to visit it that I prefer never to return. So, good job. (Monday 6 February 2017; 18:27)

Production style on "I don't" (72,273) by Geronimo from USA I am impressed with the production on this track. Previously I have felt that Mariah's melodies often got obscured by too many overlapping melody lines and harmonies so that it made it very difficult to understand what exactly that melody is supposed to be. I think "I don't" is an improvement in that after two listens I could probably sing this song from memory because the melody is efficient and the production does not get in the way. (Monday 6 February 2017; 18:11)

Re: It's just entertainment for [censored] (72,265) (72,272) by Geronimo from USA The name is Geronimo. I appreciate your well developed comment. Thanks for thinking. Now go do some more. (Monday 6 February 2017; 18:07)

It's just entertainment (72,241) by Geronimo from USA Mariah Carey is one of the most successful female musicians in the history of American pop music. 27 years into her career she is doing what she wants to do and remains in the spotlight according to her wishes and wealthy according to her labor. It's hilarious to listen to people write with passionate trepidation and self righteous judgment concerning what she should do and what she shouldn't do and how she should manage her own legacy – as if she hasn't already accomplished more than almost any other artist of her caliber, style, demographic, generation and skill set. For whatever reason, she likes to play up the sexy cougar act. She is an entertainer so it is not necessary to be unhappy about her clothes, her body or her most recent song. The new song is catchy, becoming successful and that should be the only thing that matters because Mariah Carey is just an entertainer. I hope people who only have anxiety and negativity to share post after post will soon get better therapy, meet some friends, find a grown-up's hobby or find another artist to write about online. (Monday 6 February 2017; 7:17)

Ryan: On and on and on (55,276) by Geronimo from USA Ryan, you are thinking of "Supernatural". Great song that I am never in the mood for on the album's track-listing. (Wednesday 15 July 2015; 0:13)

Don't Explain in South Korea (47,445) by Geronimo from USA People have focused so much on a couple bad shows that I almost missed something impressive. Mariah's rendition of Don't Explain in South Korea is mesmerizing. Check it out. (Wednesday 15 October 2014; 18:13)

Adam's apples and oranges (44,952) by Geronimo from USA Bro, you are comparing two completely unrelated things. Maybe Lopez knew she was getting stolen music, maybe she didn't. Maybe she did not need to know. None of that has to do with Mariah needing to like her or or hold her in a positive regard. They are not peers. Also what is the relation between 1) Tommy and Mariah in business vs Tommy and Mariah in love and 2) Tommy, Mariah and Tommy's estranged wife in the 1989-90 vs Tommy passing Lopez music Mariah made for herself in 2000/2001? (Saturday 21 June 2014; 5:07)

The Art Of Letting Go is an open door for disgruntled fans (44,210) by Geronimo from USA I believe this song is about Mariah getting over her need to cater to fans who want her to be something she is not. Of course the lyrics read like a typical relationship song. But, you know what, she is the queen of the double entendre and she is telling fair-weather and "I miss Walter" fans that 1) she is tired of their non-sense "reverberating in my ears" and she wants you to 2) just "go to MiMi on your contacts, press delete" and then 3) move on to your favorite "Meteorite" and enjoy them until their 15 minutes of fame burns out. Further, did you notice how this is her first album that did not have an adult contemporary ballad thrown in for people who cannot get over her previous life working with Walter? That was also a hint. Take it and go. (Wednesday 28 May 2014; 17:53)

"Money" and "One More Try" (44,059) by Geronimo from USA I really like "One More Try" following "Money" because Mariah uses the cutest most innocent tone I've ever heard from her in those two songs. I am glad she doesn't use that tone in most of her songs because that would annoy me. But I appreciate this tone on those two songs because it matches the sentiment of both songs. At first I didn't love her rendition of One More Try because I thought she should have used a deeper, warmer tone. Now I think I get what she is trying to convey. Simply genius. (Saturday 24 May 2014; 6:04)

Mariah did it again (43,880) by Geronimo from USA This album is super nice. It is current without being trendy and it is also classic Mariah with some new things going on too. Also, Mariah's voice sounds so mature on this album. She hold back and lets go at the same time. Who else is this fresh and skilled and relevant 25 years into their career? Exactly. (Tuesday 20 May 2014; 19:42)

So confused (43,775) by Geronimo from USA Mariah is giving us great music right now. Why are so many fans still going on and on about marketing? (Sunday 18 May 2014; 0:52)

Mariah Carey: private collection (43,367) by Geronimo from USA If you could listen to Mariah for three straight hours, what songs would you include? Here is my ultimate Mariah Carey mix-tape (and yes I actually have this track-list in my player). Betcha Gon' Know Miss You feat. Jadakiss I'm That Chick So Lonely (One & Only Part II) Crybaby Feat. Snoop Dogg Fourth of July Stay the Night Didn't Mean to Turn You On Subtle Invitation Say Somethin' feat. Snoop Dogg Irresistible (West Side Connection) Secret Love Up Out my Face Daydream Interlude Underneath the Stars The Roof Candy Bling Lullaby Ribbon One & Only Breakdown feat. Bone Thugs in Harmony Circles Never Too Far Bliss All My Life Always Be My Baby (Mr. Dupri Remix) Everything Fades Away The One Long Ago My All Remix feat. Lord Tariq and Peter Gunz Last Night a DJ Saved My Life (Radio Edit) Melt Away The Impossible Yours I Still Believe Pure Imagination Remix Love Story Slipping Away Heartbreaker (Remix) with Da Brat and Missy Elliott We Belong Together You Got Me Joyride (Thursday 8 May 2014; 20:00)

Politics, never thought I'd find it here (43,334) by Geronimo from USA You can tell a lot about this site by how comfortable people are posting that Japanese and Filipinos "love" America. I have been to both countries and lived in South Korea for over a year. Students of history and politics and literature tend to see America through the legacies of military occupations, bombings and massacres, foreign and trade policies and doctrine of American exceptionalism. Others see America from the perspective of Disneyland and Hollywood. I believe that because Americans has chosen to involve itself unilaterally in the world, no American has the right to expect not to be offended by other people's reactions to American nationalism. Mariah represents African heritage in the United States and in Venezuela. She also represents people of Irish descent. Love and hate for America come from those background so let people say what they want about politics. If it feels too personal then you are taking your nation more seriously than it will ever take you. Love is meant for people, not states. The only reason I ever listen to patriotic songs is because of Mariah and Whitney. (Thursday 8 May 2014; 4:57)

McQueen's video upload (42,869) by Geronimo from USA I am so glad to see from that interview that Mariah "gets it" that many of her fans prefer something that Mariah has done in the past (even the 90s.) but don't really dig what she is doing lately. It sounds like she is confident enough not to play into those expectations and that is a relief to me. I like the direction she has been going in vocally and with her writing. I can't wait to hear what she has been working for all these years. (Friday 25 April 2014; 3:44)

Lambs take it easy (42,841) by Geronimo from USA I see MC and Jermaine Dupri laid-back and laughing, browsing silly tweets over a splash of rosé and a jay holding back what they're dying to say while lambs nearly die in wait for as much as the album's name. (Wednesday 23 April 2014; 19:50)

All I want from Mariah is the album Mariah wants me to hear (42,772) by Geronimo from USA I just realized that I started caring about the media and radio in particular when I started caring about Mariah. I wanted to hear her music in the media because I didn't have money to buy her records. There were other artists that I wanted to hear on the radio as well. But really, I was just biding my time until a Mariah song came on. Now that I am grown and can't really stand social media or the radio, I still love Mariah. I feel sorry for people who catch feelings about the fact that Mariah is not all over the place right now. She had her time of ridiculous fame and ubiquitous media presence and (besides the money and the catalogue) she didn't want it. She let it go. She produced some of her most generic music at the height of her fame and decided after Daydream that she would to go in a different direction, come what may. This era is what has come. A quarter of a century into her incomparable career in this competitive industry that is based on the sensuality and musical preferences of teenagers and now Mariah is having professional drama that you and I just don't get and probably never will because it is none of our business and has nothing to do with regular people's lives. Mariah Carey is having millionaire problems right now. She's a smart woman and she will figure it out. She'll work it out and release the only thing I care about: the album Mariah Carey wants me to hear. (Tuesday 22 April 2014; 3:03)

Too much loose talk (42,528) by Geronimo from USA I'm am starting to think that some fans are less interested in publicly supporting Mariah and more interested in getting recognized for expressing their frustration and offering their 2 cents. How is it that so many people think they actually have something interesting or logical to say about the inner workings of MC's management, her drinking, her marriage, her promotional schedule? There is an endless stream of individuals in the press (not to mention the trolls) whose job it is to be critical about MC's voice and single choice, to repeat random speculation and gossip and to question her sanity and work ethic. Why do some fans get confused about their role? Maybe somebody doesn't get enough attention offline and needs to get their life from mooching off MC's limelight. (Tuesday 8 April 2014; 17:44)

Island Def Jam dissolved (42,428) by Geronimo from USA I hope this change is good for Mariah. At any rate I hope this news reminds us that there are always unknown factors that fans have no idea about. I am sure label issues have contributed to this album's "challenges". Perhaps now, all of us who like making comments about Mariah's work ethic, complacency and managerial staff and whatever else can opt not to flood the site with negative speculations. Mariah and the professionals can run Mariah's career while fans simply enjoy the music. (Tuesday 1 April 2014; 21:21)

Lets not go on rabbit trails (42,274) by Geronimo from USA I hope most of us realize that this fake album title is not worth any more posts. (Friday 21 March 2014; 20:46)

You're Mine on urban radio, a little less is a hell of a lot more (42,119) by Geronimo from USA I just heard the remix of You're Mine for the first time on KMOJ in Minneapolis. Hearing it in an urban context (where it belongs) reminds me that since Daydream and Butterfly MC's uniqueness is has been her ability create super-smooth, mid-tempo tracks with a sweet melody, great production and a laid back hip-hop feel. When she first came out she used her voice in the most melodramatic and gymnastic way possible because it was easy for her to do, it sounded immediately impressive and "emotional" for soft rock and pop fans and because Sony knew that super-big melismatic singing could easily make corny pop songs written in one hour sound deep. Now that I'm older I love songs like Long Ago, The Roof, Lullaby, Close My Eyes, Slipping Away, Breakdown, Underneath the Stars and (almost) all of Memoirs, and Daydream Interlude. On the other hand, songs like And You Don't Remember, Just to Hold You Once Again, When I Saw You, All I've Ever Wanted and Forever remind me of junior high love letter and make me laugh now. All that is just to say that an understated song like You're Mine on urban radio is a confident and chilled out breath of fresh air in which a little less is a hell of a lot more. (Friday 14 March 2014; 21:58)

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