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About Lainsky from Philippines: A Mariah Carey fan since "Love Takes Time." However, "Butterfly" remains my favorite album of all time. Timeless!

Article: Mariah is giving "Daydream" fans the ultimate surprise (114,223) by Lainsky from Philippines Only Mariah can do these kinds of releases from her previous works. Out of 33 tracks, only 15 tracks - tracks 7- 21, are the ultimate surprise here for the fans. I love the accapellas and session demos. They sound like they're lullabying me. Lol. (Saturday 18 July 2026; 02:55)

Interesting video (114,193) by Lainsky from Philippines Thank you for sharing it. It's so sad to see Mariah gradually spiraling downward. I hope and pray that in times like this, when she is obviously not okay, she remembers the lyrics of her own songs that encouraged and uplifted many fans' downcast souls, Make It Happen, Hero, Through The Rain, Can't Take That Away, My Saving Grace, Fly Like A Bird, I Wish You Well, Heavenly, and Jesus I Do. (Thursday 16 July 2026; 05:17) this is a reply to message 114,180

Interesting video (114,180) by Xavier mariohmix from Spain What do you think about this? It seems kind of realistic, at least, as far as the information that I've heard or seen throughout the years. (Wednesday 15 July 2026; 12:47)

Daydream 30 (114,177) by Lainsky from Philippines It was 1996. I still remember how vexed I was with Alanis Morissette. It felt like she had stolen some of the important awards and other accolades that were supposed to be for Mariah and Daydream. Looking back, that was simply a crazy, wild reaction from a die-hard fan. Daydream songs can be heard anywhere during that time for almost a year, so I guess the reaction is understandable. (Wednesday 15 July 2026; 06:20) this is a reply to message 114,174

Daydream 30 (114,174) by Bobby A from United States I just have never been a Alanis Morrisette fan. Maybe MC should name MC17 from a line of a first verse from one of the songs on the album to win some Grammys in 2028. Lol. On a serious note, 17x platinum in 2026 is really impressive. I guess that is why you can never find a used copy of the cd or cassette sitting in a bin in a music store. (Wednesday 15 July 2026; 01:37)

"If We" (114,176) by Lainsky from Philippines One of the best singles on the "Glitter" soundtrack, definitely a standout. Yes, Billy, Glitter forever. It's for all the reasons you mentioned about this track, why Mottola would take the whole concept for J.Lo's "I'm Real", which became a huge hit in 2001. Just imagine if "If We" by Mariah had been released without any controversies back then; it could have been an even bigger hit. (Wednesday 15 July 2026; 04:59) this is a reply to message 114,166

"If We" (114,166) by Billy from Greece So, I'm playing the Glitter soundtrack at the moment and what a lost opportunity was "If We". When I first heard the album, I remember "If We" was such a revelation, such a wow moment. The melody, the way the verses were structured (especially Nate Dogg's), the way Mariah stacked her vocals, and being so current, so new yet leading the pack, if you know what I mean. How can she not not know her for the rest of her life after watching your efforts being usurped by an opportunist? I know I would. Glitter forever. (Tuesday 14 July 2026; 18:16)

Whitney vs MC (114,175) by Lainsky from Philippines Very well said, Edward. I hope this settles the issue, at least between lambs. (Wednesday 15 July 2026; 04:53) this is a reply to message 114,156

Whitney vs MC (114,156) by Edward from USA Perception matters, my dear, especially when it comes to being taken seriously as an artist. Whitney was always Whitney. At her peak, she was phenomenal, and at her lowest, she never relied on smoke and mirrors to convince people she could still sing the way she once did. Everyone knew her voice had declined, but she still got on stage and sang. Sometimes it worked, sometimes it didn't, but people respected the honesty. She also remained grounded. Even during the darkest periods of her life, she came across as authentic and self aware. She could sit down for an interview, have an intelligent conversation, laugh at herself, and connect with people. That authenticity went a long way in shaping how the public perceived her. In my opinion, Mariah is actually the superior overall vocalist. Her range, agility, musicality, and songwriting place her in a league of her own. But somewhere along the way, as Britney once said, she started believing her own hype, and everything went downhill from there. The biggest issue isn't even the vocal decline itself. It happens to every great singer eventually. Aretha's voice was basically shot by the time she passed. The difference is how Mariah chose to handle it. She leaned more and more into heavy lipping, to the point where entire concerts often feel more choreographed around playback cues than live singing. There's a huge difference between using backing tracks for a difficult climax or to protect your voice and essentially lipping through 80% of a concert. Whitney was booed in Australia and criticized elsewhere because people could hear that her voice wasn't what it once was. Some fans even walked out. But she still stood there and sang. She didn't try to convince the audience they were hearing something they weren't. Whether people enjoyed the performance or not, there was an honesty to it that earned respect. People also forget that Whitney remained remarkably consistent for nearly two decades. Even on "Just Whitney", released in 2002, she still sounded very good considering everything she was dealing with. Mariah's vocal consistency, on the other hand, began to decline much earlier, only about seven years into her career. She could still blow and make great albums like "Glitter", but reproducing that level of singing live became increasingly difficult, and that's what stayed in people's minds. Then there's the performance aspect. Whitney remained a natural entertainer almost until the end. Mariah, by contrast, has become increasingly limited on stage over the past decade. Whether it's because of physical limitations, high heels, or simply her bipolar condition, she often appears stiff and overly cautious, which only reinforces the perception that everything is carefully controlled. So yes, I still believe Mariah is the greater overall artist. But I also think she bears the responsibility for the way she's perceived today. It's not just because her voice changed. It's because of the image she cultivated, the reliance on heavy lipping, and the over the top diva persona that eventually ended up lifting her feet from solid ground and devouring her. Legacy isn't built solely on vocal ability, chart records, or awards. It's also built on credibility, authenticity, and the impression you leave on people. That's why artists like Whitney, Barbra Streisand, and Celine Dion continue to command a certain level of universal respect. Their accomplishments matter, but so does the way they've carried themselves. Mariah's legacy is extraordinary, and nothing can erase what she's accomplished. But perception matters. It's what people remember when your name comes up in conversation. Sadly, even many of her longtime fans who once proudly wore her name on their heads now prefer to keep it to themselves. I don't think that's because we've stopped loving her. It's because, over the years, she's made it increasingly difficult for us to defend her, people can't seem to separate the legendary artist from the diva persona she's keeps holding on to. She really thinks the diva persona is killing it, and she's actually right about it. (Monday 13 July 2026; 17:16)

I could never forget about Daydream (114,146) by Lainsky from Philippines Oh, I see. If that's her reply, she must be focusing on Daydream 30. However, it would be more lit if Glitter 25 were included in whatever surprise she has for us. (Monday 13 July 2026; 04:40) this is a reply to message 114,140

I could never forget about Daydream (114,140) by Lighty from China Oh Mariah replied on Instagram "I want Chick out too but let Daydream have its moment dahhlings." So that's it. (Sunday 12 July 2026; 12:41)

Greatest artist / WH vs MC (114,137) by Lainsky from Philippines Ah yes. Lead The Way, I concur. I have been listening to this ballad more and more lately. It was so flawless. (Sunday 12 July 2026; 04:57) this is a reply to message 114,132

Greatest artist / WH vs MC (114,132) by Bobby A from United States It makes me sad too because every TV performance that MC gives keeps me wondering for once why can't she just sing live. MC can't even sing live during her Christmas shows anymore. These lyrics from Lead the Way make me think about what MC's voice use to be able to convey so effortlessly without worrying about her vocal flaws. I 'd given up hope Losing the faith that love Could be mine to treasure And now, nothing's the same I found myself reborn On the day I met you (Sunday 12 July 2026; 00:18)

Greatest artist / WH vs MC (114,136) by Lainsky from Philippines Fair points. I agree, especially with how many younger singers Mariah has influenced, the vocal technicalities, and sadly, the lip-syncing. However, it's still her voice, artistry, and musical ability. Regardless, for me, she will always be the greatest artist of all time. So, yes, it's Mariah Carey. (Sunday 12 July 2026; 04:54) this is a reply to message 114,126

Greatest artist / WH vs MC (114,126) by Lambi from USA That's debatable. I'd say Whitney and Mariah birthed most of the vocal pop girlies who came after them, with Mariah having a slight edge simply because she covered more styles. Heck, she even got Aretha to sing Touch My Body. Lecrae also interviewed Tori Kelly and asked her the same question. Tori picked Mariah, and Lecrae could not handle it. He said, "Someone's going to hate you for that. They're hating on you right now. They're saying you have lost your mind." Tori doubled down, "That's okay. I love them both but I really was raised more with Mariah Carey. I won a big trophy singing Vision of Love when I was 9 years old, so I'm sticking with Mariah." She was obviously just being authentic. It's interesting though. I watch these street type interviews, and almost every time a black person is asked, "Mariah or Whitney?" the immediate answer is Whitney which sort of makes me feel like there's a bit of colorism at play because it happens so often. Their general tone towards Mariah is just kind of like, "She's not even competition to Whitney" which makes me wonder, is her music just not played at cookouts? Why are we acting like she isn't formidable vocally? She arguably did more technically demanding things and has a much broader catalog. Then when you actually hear from the real black vocal queens like Aretha or Patti, they praise the hell out of Mariah. Aretha famously wanted to sing with MC and MC only during Divas Live, and Patti handpicked Mariah to perform in her tribute despite Whitney being available. She was literally in the same building that night. I talked to a black friend of mine (who sings) about it, and his take was basically, "Mariah has a reputation as a lip-syncer, a phony," and "The average person will feel stupid picking her if we're talking real singing." I was like, "Okay, fair." I didn't really have a rebuttal because it made perfect sense then it just kind of made me sad realizing how tarnished Mariah's credibility really has become. (Saturday 11 July 2026; 00:59)

TAOM (114,119) by Lainsky from Philippines The Adventures of Mimi is the last recorded concert where her vocals are more or less 75% live, her energy is high, she's dancing, and she's moving in sync with her vocals. In short, this was the best live performance she had before she became an immobile diva, struggling to belt out notes with great difficulty. I could be mistaken, but that's simply my initial impression after re-watching TAOM last night for the first time in a long while. During that time, I've watched most, if not all, of her concerts from around the world that are available on YouTube. With enough rest, I still believe that she can deliver; she still has it, the je ne sais quoi, at least for her age. (Wednesday 8 July 2026; 15:13)

MC's best bridge (114,101) by Lainsky from Philippines I love this bridge too, as well as All I've Ever Wanted. I sang these bridges more than the chorus back in the day. (Sunday 5 July 2026; 05:33) this is a reply to message 114,090

MC's best bridge (114,090) by Bill from the UK I once was lost but now I'm found I got my feet on solid ground Thank you Lord If you believe within your soul Just hold on tight and don't let go You can make it Make it happen (Friday 3 July 2026; 17:19)

MC's best bridge (114,100) by Lainsky from Philippines This is my favorite bridge. That's why I wish she had released this song commercially. While it sounds like WBT and DFAU, it's a potential chart-topper. (Sunday 5 July 2026; 05:27) this is a reply to message 114,097

MC's best bridge (114,097) by Mimi L. from Empower Your Highlighter Maybe not the "best" bridge but a bridge I really love is "For the Record". Uniquely using her discography to describe her feelings. For the record You'll "Always be a part of me" no matter what you do For the record Can nobody say I didn't give "my all" to you For the record I told you "underneath the stars" that you "belong" to me For the record It's obvious that we just "can't let go" of us "honeyyyy". (Saturday 4 July 2026; 16:38)

Article: All the songs in Amazon's "Elle" soundtrack (114,075) by Lainsky from Philippines Two of my all-time-favorites in one, Elle Woods and a Mariah Carey song, Fantasy. Yes, Legally Blonde is at the top of my all-time favorite movies, while Mariah is, well, y'all already know. (Thursday 2 July 2026; 06:29)

Michael (114,064) by Lainsky from Philippines Because of these reviews, I might give myself some time to check out this MJ biopic. And since you mentioned a Mariah biopic, who would be the best singer-actress to play this epic role? It has become a tradition for them to do only movies like this when the artist is gone. However, it would be nice to make a movie while the person being honored is still here, right? (Tuesday 30 June 2026; 05:49) this is a reply to message 114,054

Michael (114,054) by Mimi L. from Empower Your Highlighter Other than Mariah I’m a massive MJ fan. I recently watched the biopic. Any other fans here? The biopic was really well done albeit of course quite sanitized. But it did what it was meant to do, introduce the new generation to MJ and my socials are now flooded with Gen Z and younger peeps going crazy over the magic of MJ. So I really hope we get a great budget movie of Mariah to introduce her to the next generation. She has a very interesting backstory and her artistry is next level so I really hope they focus on that. It’ll hopefully lead to the younger crowd to know her catalogue more than her just being considered the Queen of Christmas. Also hi everyone, I hope you all are doing well. Sorry I have been MIA. Baby keeps me busyyyyy. Hahah. (Monday 29 June 2026; 01:51)

Taylor Swift (114,043) by Lainsky from Philippines Honestly, I was bothered for all the reasons you mentioned and felt disappointed when I saw that Taylor Swift earned her 15th No. 1 song, especially since it was a soundtrack. That added to my dismay. When You Believe, Lead The Way, hello? They deserved to hit the top spot and stayed there for several weeks, hello? What's happening there? I chose not to post about it here, perhaps because I'm currently in a place of contentment and joy with all the achievements Mariah Carey has made. Yet, I still secretly hope for more, such as scoring another No. 1 song and album. The points you raised are valid and make sense, but there are other reasons to consider as well. While it's true that the records she set might eventually be broken, that doesn't erase them. They are etched in history, having made a significant impact. However, I also recognize that feeling of not wanting her records to be broken. I felt this first with Rihanna, but with Taylor, she shows no signs of slowing down, so it's quite possible she will continue to break records. Given her consistent popularity after nearly two decades, I can't help but entertain the rumor that she made a pact with Satan or some cult to maintain her fame. (Saturday 27 June 2026; 06:14) this is a reply to message 114,040

Taylor Swift (114,040) by Randy from USA Even though I don't post much more anymore, I still troll this board to catch reactions, I'm shocked no one has anything to say about Taylor Swift's 15th number one. Has everyone just resigned MC is not gonna hold on to her record? Ima be honest, when I used to spar against a Whitney fan about MC having more number ones. He used to say, yeah but Whitney's are known. I could make the argument Didn't We Almost Have It All isn't well known. For MC Thank God I Found You is obscure. But with Taylor Swift and Drake, I maybe could name 4 a piece. Maybe it's generational. I mean The Beatles are musicians, singers and songwriters. Mariah was a masterful vocalist and is still a killer songwriter. Whitney is probably the greatest live singer of all time. MJ and Madonna are American cultural iconic figures as much as Coke and Levi's. I just don't see Taylor Swift, Rihanna or Drake anywhere near as important. That's the insult of MCs record being in jeopardy for me. (Friday 26 June 2026; 21:23)

Imperfect (114,038) by Lainsky from Philippines Imperfect That's all that I'll ever be, and God knows that's alright with me Cause I know there's no one greater and everybody's Imperfect When you tryna live in harmony But the song of life is out of key Just be perfectly The song perfectly aligns with her current situation. She has the choice to embrace the song's message and live by it. I've also developed a deep appreciation for this song. I really enjoy her singing in her lower register; she doesn't need to belt out her songs all the time. I love this song along with "Standing O." (Thursday 25 June 2026; 06:31)

GenX OG fans (114,024) by Lainsky from Philippines I guess the GenX OG fans are simply blessed to have experienced and witnessed Mariah at her prime. I have seen her live once during her first concert here in the Philippines. I was sitting in the 10th row from the front. She had two more concerts here, or three more than a decade later, and I decided not to see her. Aside from the very pricey ticket, the amount was not worth the quality of her performance and the show itself. As you said, it was pretty much all the same and fell flat. Don't get me wrong. I still adore her. However, I've learned to accept and live with the reality of who she is now, together with the artist and person she was once. (Saturday 20 June 2026; 02:53) this is a reply to message 114,021

It's a wrap (114,021) by Edward from USA Jamie, that's exactly how I feel. I don't think most OG fans wanted Mariah to stay exactly the same forever. We just wanted her to keep the things that made us love her in the first place, her authenticity, her humility, and the focus on her talent instead of all the superficial stuff. Her metamorphosis on "Butterfly" was shockingly amazing to me, she was sexy without even trying. Up until around 2012, she was still a diva, but there was still a lot of the old Mariah there. Now she seems like she's on autopilot. Her concerts are basically the same show over and over again. She just stands there, looking more focused on not missing one of her many lipping cues or forgetting the lyrics than actually connecting with the audience. Everything feels flat like the shoes she refuses to wear. Like you and Bill, I'm just happy I got to experience her when she was at her best. At least we have all that amazing music to go back to, and those remixes were everything. For me, the closes she got to replicate 90's remixes was with "Triumphant", after that, most of it was pretty meh. As much as I love Mariah, I wouldn't pay to see her live at this point. I feel the same way about Madonna. Her shows are definitely more interesting, and the production value is still impressive, but she barely moves. She's in amazing shape, but you can still see the difference. She's also still leaning on the same shock-value tactics that worked 30 years ago, and they just don't hit the same when you're pushing 70. (Friday 19 June 2026; 17:48)

It's a wrap - Bond Girl (114,013) by Lainsky from Philippines She totally gave that vibe in the "Honey" music video, my favorite because it's like a mini-movie. I wish she had done something like this. Why did it not materialize? Was the Bond girl just purely a rumor back then? (Thursday 18 June 2026; 05:06) this is a reply to message 114,011

It's a wrap (114,011) by MusicfanJ from Germany That was on point. I agree with all three mentioned points. I read all the other views about Mariah's acting and possibly new roles. Personally I'm not so interested in new movie roles played by Mariah. She did it and it was okay. Some were good, some were not needed (that Zohan comedy movie, I even went to cinema for it) lol. I'll always prefer music from her. But in 97-99 she could have been a real Bond girl. "Honey" was showing it. (Wednesday 17 June 2026; 17:36)

The perfect role (114,005) by Lainsky from Philippines If Mariah goes back into acting, a comedy or drama-dy is the genre that could fit her mediocre ability and personality. She's witty and funny. It might work. However, if she's really interested in acting, she can go to an acting workshop. I believe it would not be that hard. As a singer, she draws from her emotions; acting demands emotional depth to make performances believable and impactful for viewers. (Wednesday 17 June 2026; 05:17) this is a reply to message 113,998

The perfect role (113,998) by Lambi from USA I actually see Mariah doing a comedy classic. She could play as a poor, struggling single mom who's way past her prime but still convinced she's one performance away from superstardom. She bounces around open mics, hotel lounges, bar gigs, county fairs, and singing competitions trying to make ends meet while demanding full diva treatment everywhere she goes. Her kids could be like, "I think only 18 year old girls should wear that." Or "Mom, again, no one knows that song anymore." My bubbling scene idea is she gets booked to sing at a bar and arrogantly tells everyone, "Vegas called." People assume she's headlining a casino but it's actually just a run-down tavern. It'd also be freaking hilarious seeing her scramble together a superstar look with blue eye shadow, on a dollar-store budget. The comedy comes from her having the confidence of a global superstar while living a life that's the opposite; it's rather unbelievably sad and pathetic. Add alcohol addiction somewhere. Couple of questionable low-life men. Think delusional, hysterical, unhinged, chaotic, and weirdly inspiring. Of course, the life lesson would be how family is really all that matters at the end. Working title: Ghetto Diva. Everyone should throw their scene ideas here and we should help pitch it. It would help her connect with Patricia's story and heal her somehow. Comedy has always been her coping mechanism and I think it'd be fun to see her do some acting that's less serious. I honestly think she would do a good job. (Tuesday 16 June 2026; 14:12)

It's a wrap (113,992) by Lainsky from Philippines True. Acting is not her cup of tea, but cameo roles will do. Yes, she should stay in her singing and songwriting as long as she can, but it has to sound good. (Tuesday 16 June 2026; 03:54) this is a reply to message 113,991

It's a wrap (113,991) by Edward from USA "Acting again", is that a joke? "Precious" is the closest she's ever come to actually acting. In most of her other roles, she was basically just playing herself. At this point, I think she should stay away from acting and focus on writing and producing. Out of all her talents, those are the areas where she can still really shine and make the most of what she brings to the table. JLo is to singing what Mariah is to acting. (Monday 15 June 2026; 20:25)

MC 2017? It's A Wrap? Bye Bye? (113,982) by Lainsky from Philippines I hate to agree with you, TJ, but I share your sentiments, especially regarding the IDKH situation with JLo. We all understand where that expression is coming from and the truth behind it. I've watched her movie on Netflix, and despite her diva-like attitude (which is reportedly worse than Mariah Carey's, according to the media and those who have worked with her), I still appreciate her as an actress. As for singing, songwriting, and her album, recent messages from dedicated fans seem to suggest that they are ready for Mariah to wrap things up, leading to her song, "Is it a wrap? Or are we really singing 'bye-bye?'" I don't think so. Remember when Mariah mentioned in previous interviews that she can't envision doing anything other than singing and creating music? I believe she will continue to pursue that passion despite the challenges you've all highlighted. While her voice may have been affected over time, she can still sing and, most importantly, continue writing songs. Hey, I believe writing songs is her innate coping defense. It's hard to predict where she will go with her current situation musically, but we can only hope and pray for the best. Let's continue to support her while enjoying the classic status of her early music. (Monday 15 June 2026; 05:01) this is a reply to message 113,970

MC 2017? (113,970) by TJ from Norway I think she has stagnated as a musician a long time ago. She makes what she thinks is safe, and then it fails. This old school RnB is just boring (in my opinion). Her voice has become metallic and sounds more like the chipmunks characters. It's difficult to hear what she is singing, because of the voice and the mumbling throughout some songs. I also think that her lyrics used to be more mature back in the days. It's to much swearing and brand naming in her latest work. The melodies are almost gone compared to how she sang and produced in her early days. I'm tired of the "I don't know her" attitude, and I think she has lost that fight against J.Lo (who acts much more mature, polite and classy about the whole thing). Mariah comes out as simple and bitter, acting like a spoiled child. Her interviews are not interesting because there has been absolutely nothing new for the last 10-15 years. It's like she's on repeat. She doesn't get the respect she wants and there's reasons for that. She just doesn't realise it. I believe that most people outside this board think she is an outdated diva with crazy demands and no connection with the real world (or that she stopped making music in 2005). Most of my friends can't stand her, and when I mention her name to people they are either "who is that?" or "she is horrible". Guess who is fighting for her in those discussions. That's me. (Sunday 14 June 2026; 08:09)

Everything Fades Away (113,949) by Lainsky from Philippines Yes, I used her Music Box album filler song to describe the current status of our queen's glamorous life. Come on, lambs. You cannot expect her to be the '90s Mariah. She's way past that. It's already written in history. Her glittery music career is taking its natural course. The peaks and valleys, and another set of peaks and valleys, had happened already. I am not saying she may not peak again. She may, but also may not, depending on her choices and the public's. However, let's face the hard reality that she's slowly fading away, at least the music she's putting out there recently. Everything fades like Aretha, Whitney, Janet, Madonna, and even Celine, Britney, and Christina A. They are no longer the singers they used to be, and neither is Mariah Carey. We can only hope for and pray for another peak, but we can also choose to be truthful, be happy, and content with the contribution she already made in the industry, the history she has written, and enjoy the songs and albums she worked really hard to put out there for us to enjoy forever. Mariah can still do what she does to stay relevant. She was born to do it. However, we may put our expectations realistically. Her voice can never be the same. She's effing 57 years old and not 27, may I remind everyone? And singers can still sing in their old age, but not the way they sounded when they were young. Our speaking voice naturally loses its strength, much like the singing voice. It's a hard truth that we all need to accept instead of being disillusioned about her voice and singing career. Whether we like it or not, her light gradually dims, and she can only extend this before it completely fades, depending on the choices she makes in life. Everything eventually fades away. (Thursday 11 June 2026; 05:54)

Glitter anniversary (113,930) by Lainsky from Philippines We could only hope for. It would be nice if Mariah would drop something new for Glitter. I mean, I truly love this album. (Sunday 7 June 2026; 06:02) this is a reply to message 113,924

Glitter anniversary (113,924) by Bobby A from United States Do you think MC is creating a Glitter anniversary album unlike any of her other anniversary albums? This is the first time that I can't even predict what she may include with anniversary release. I just know that she never included any previous producers to help her with creating her previous anniversary albums. (Saturday 6 June 2026; 01:11)

1992 Interview (113,911) by Lainsky from Philippines I saw this video, too. And yes, I also asked the same question. Good times, before being married to Tommy, she was so relaxed and happy. (Wednesday 3 June 2026; 04:23) this is a reply to message 113,903

1992 Interview (113,903) by Billy from Greece This is so early 90s coded - from the talk show host to the audience. Where has the time gone? That's between Emotions and Unplugged. (Tuesday 2 June 2026; 11:10)

Article: Mariah Carey to take Christmastime special international (113,892) by Lainsky from Philippines Thank you, MusicfanJ. And Zachariah, I totally agree with cultural permanence. Mariah has undoubtedly become a part of the global cultural Christmas celebration, and this is her legacy for the season alone, distinct from her broader influence in the music industry, where she is a legacy in her own right, meaning the historical impact she has made. (Saturday 30 May 2026; 05:11) this is a reply to message 113,887

Article: Mariah Carey to take Christmastime special international (113,887) by MusicfanJ from Germany "Music enthusiasts from the '90s and 2000s know that Mariah's legacy extends far beyond the holiday season." Absolutely. Hundred thumbs up. For me the "Christmas queen" thing is just a a cherry on the cake. She'll always be the queen of the ballads, the trendsetter of the 90ies, the female singer who broke every record, who writes her own songs, the one and only Miss Mariah Carey. (Friday 29 May 2026; 12:24)

Article: Mariah Carey to take Christmastime special international (113,886) by Lainsky from Philippines Based on the comments I've read so far, more than half of the people are unhappy with this news. Well, IMHO, no one should be scared or worried about Mariah's legacy. Whether we like it or not, Christmas is already a part of that legacy, a huge one, which makes sense since the song and the album peaked and achieved success in the latter part of her career. So, for the younger fans or people who witnessed it, they have come to know her through it more than the impact she has already made in the first fifteen years of her music career. For the people and lambs who witnessed her success in those times, whether we like it or not, that success is already part of her legacy. Most people from that era will always remember her for the songs and albums that profoundly impacted their lives. That kind of legacy is even more significant than "All I Want for Christmas Is You". Mariah Carey will always be celebrated for her vocal talent, chart-topping successes, and timeless, heartfelt lyrics, as well as for her inspiring songs that have influenced and transformed the pop and R&B music industry. If these elements don't define Mariah's legacy, then I don't know what does. While many people over the past ten years may associate her primarily with Christmas, music enthusiasts from the '90s and 2000s know that Mariah's legacy extends far beyond the holiday season. (Friday 29 May 2026; 10:45)

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