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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!

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)

Lead The Way (113,860) by Lainsky from Philippines On top of my head, she could be unconsciously pushing for the singles in this album to be better than her Columbia releases, as her first for Virgin Records. It is an almost perfect album with those amazing singles, especially if the original Loverboy was not stolen. If there had been no breakdown, no Tommy sabotage, and no 9/11, and then this song had been released as an official single, who knows how it would have performed? It could have done better than We Belong Together. And Glitter could be a hit. (Monday 25 May 2026; 05:16) this is a reply to message 113,856

Lead The Way (113,856) by Bobby A from United States Why do you think MC was able to sing like this during the recording of Lead The Way? (Monday 25 May 2026; 00:28)

Should have Jesus I Do have been the official first single? (113,859) by Lainsky from Philippines It could be a breath of fresh air, as Syed from the UK said - welcome aboard, dahling. And yes, it could have made a difference in that sense. People may like it or not, but regardless, it could have performed well on the charts. Those who aren't fans may get curious and might buy the album, only to be disappointed, likely by the other songs. I mean, I am not the only lamb wishing that she release a full gospel album. Perhaps she could do that for her next one. (Monday 25 May 2026; 05:10) this is a reply to message 113,855

Should have Jesus I Do have been the official first single? (113,855) by T from USA We know Type Dangerous made it onto the Hot 100. But what if Mariah pulled the rug under every expectations of a new lead single and instead went with her spiritual love for the fist time and put all the promo money into JID? Music video, etc. Would've the era have went different? (Sunday 24 May 2026; 22:09)

Article: Ask Billboard: Praise for Mariah Carey's first Gospel chart No. 1 (113,847) by Lainsky from Philippines It's wonderful to see the small victories of this album on the Billboard charts. While it may not be mainstream, these successes are significant, especially considering she has been in the music scene and on this particular chart for nearly four decades. Still, it would be even more exciting to see her back at the top of the main charts. I suppose we can always hope and dream. (Saturday 23 May 2026; 03:13)

Article: Mariah Carey turns out for Gucci Cruise 2027 show (113,832) by Lainsky from Philippines Looks classy and still respectably sexy. It is the type of ensemble that makes her also look confident and appropriate for her age. I hope it's not just the outfit but something that positively and genuinely exudes from within. (Monday 18 May 2026; 04:31)

Mariah cover songs (113,825) by Lainsky from Philippines I agree. My Love should be in my top 12. I guess I have to rearrange my list. (Friday 15 May 2026; 10:23) this is a reply to message 113,818

Mariah cover songs (113,818) by jaker20 from US I'd put My Love higher, it's one of her best covers. And Mariah needs to be convinced that this is the direction she should be taking: understated vocals, calm, relaxed, but still playful and easy to listen to. (Friday 15 May 2026; 00:17)

Congratz to MC for topping the Gospel charts (113,811) by Lainsky from Philippines This is awesome. I guess we can settle for minor chart success nowadays and remain grateful. (Wednesday 13 May 2026; 15:03) this is a reply to message 113,808

Congratz to MC for topping the Gospel charts (113,808) by Nikki from usa "Jesus I Do" is now the No. 1 song on Billboard Gospel Airplay. #Billboard: 05/16/2026 "Jesus I Do" Gospel Airplay: 1 (+2) Hot Gospel Songs: 15 (=) Congratulations Mariah Carey & The Clark Sisters. (Tuesday 12 May 2026; 23:01)

Mariah cover songs (113,795) by Lainsky from Philippines MC has the knack for covering a song and releasing it like her own. I didn't know that "Sweetheart", "I Didn't Mean To Turn You On", and "The Beautiful Ones" back then. Would you believe? Even "When You Believe" was classified as a cover song in a YouTube video that I saw. But I didn't consider it a remake since they recorded it for the movie's OST. I created a playlist of her remakes from all her albums, arranged by my favorites. Which Mariah remakes are in your top 12? 12. I Didn't Mean To Turn You On 11. Endless Love 10. Bringing On the Heartbreak 9. Against All Odds 8. Sweetheart 7. I'll Be There 6. Open Arms 5. Without You 4. Do You Know Where You're Going To? 3. I Want To Know What Love Is 2. Out Here On My Own 1. I Still Believe (Monday 11 May 2026; 06:25)

Generation (113,780) by Lainsky from Philippines Yep, it was Music Box that made an impact on me, which turned me into a true lamb, solidified by Butterfly and Daydream as a lamb. It was "Love Takes Time", though, that caught my attention, and the Emotions' singles. (Wednesday 6 May 2026; 14:45) this is a reply to message 113,774

Generation (113,774) by Tevin from USA So I was thinking about the impact that Mariah's albums have had with the GP throughout her career. I know we all love list here lol, so here is my list of non Christmas albums that I think had the biggest success with each generation. Gen X = Music Box Millennials = TEOM Gen Z = Memoirs Across all Generations = Daydream (ABMB and Fantasy) still sound fresh and are on constant rotation even today. What do you all think? Would you change anything on this list? Also, I still find it interesting (although I love the album) that Memoirs seemed to be loved by the younger GP rather than many of Mariah's veteran fans. (Tuesday 5 May 2026; 17:07)

Brenda K on relationship with MC (113,779) by Lainsky from Philippines I don't know what the fuss is about Brenda K. Starr and Mariah here, so I didn't jump into the discussion. And then I came across this video and watched it. Some comments about her are not nice, but one thing is for sure. Whether people acknowledge it or not, Brenda is instrumental in Mariah's career. And I like her too. (Wednesday 6 May 2026; 14:40) this is a reply to message 113,755

Brenda K on relationship with MC (113,755) by Jamie from UK Plus Brenda's 2nd album "By Heart" [ed: third album] is no where as good as her debut album. The fact she was dropped isn't anything to do with Mariah. Brenda's first album is one of my cycling and running playlist as it's pure 80's vibes (Friday 1 May 2026; 15:14)

Should MC release a part two album (113,773) by Lainsky from Philippines It's a good idea, and if ever she does it, I hope the new release will bring the new and old fans to buy the first ones, make them chart, including their favorite singles from each album. (Tuesday 5 May 2026; 11:00) this is a reply to message 113,771

Should MC release a part two album (113,771) by Bobby A from United States I think MC's next album should be a part two to one of her biggest selling or Lambs' favorite albums from 2005-2018. I would love a Memoirs or Caution part two. The public excitement might be what MC's career needs to take the world back in time when her music made people say hmmm. I think Memoirs: The Final Chapter has a nice sound to it. (Monday 4 May 2026; 23:49)

Article: Mariah Carey makes it into greatest songwriters list (113,754) by Lainsky from Philippines As she should be. Congratulations, Mariah. Your writing song ability is finally recognized. (Friday 1 May 2026; 13:51)

Rainbow influence (113,739) by Lainsky from Philippines Ariana is truly a lamb. She never hides it by emulating Mariah since her own rendition of "Emotions". I have the same reaction when I first saw her album cover. My first thought, it was very Mariah. (Thursday 30 April 2026; 07:11) this is a reply to message 113,734

Rainbow influence (113,734) by Bobby A from United States After reading that Ariana's eight album will be called Petals, I can tell that she really thinks the world of Mariah Carey. Ariana has been doing her best to emulate MC for past three years. She is enamored with love for MC. I already see the Rainbow connection and influence with the Eternal Sunshine tour and the Petal summer album drop. I can't wait for Petals to drop on July 31st. Does anyone else feel what Ariana is trying say about her love for MC? (Wednesday 29 April 2026; 07:25)

New old interview from 1992 (113,733) by Lainsky from Philippines It appears to be true. There's so much difference between Mariah back then and herself today. It's hard to see what she was saying then in her current persona. I mean, it might still be there. But with all that has happened since then, it needs to be unearthed and tapped. Only then might the fans or the people be able to relate and see her again in that light. (Wednesday 29 April 2026; 03:55) this is a reply to message 113,722

New old interview from 1992 (113,722) by Jamie from UK She says she doesn't want to over shadow who she is as a singer with too much glitz and glam. How far from the truth she is now. She was so confident back then, she knew what she wanted to do and was so true to herself. (Tuesday 28 April 2026; 02:29)

Article: "Obsessed" celebrates sixteen years of cultural impact (113,709) by Lainsky from Philippines Nice article about this song. There's so much truth in it. When it was released in 2009, it deserved a higher peak than No. 7. I thought it would jump to No. 1 from No. 11, but when it stalled there for three consecutive weeks, I gave up. However, it entered the top 10, so I thought there was hope, but it stalled and peaked there. (Sunday 26 April 2026; 16:39)

The Revival Of Mariah Carey (113,699) by Lainsky from Philippines I love "Play That Song" too. I was hoping it would go big in the charts, but then it slipped my mind that it is no longer the 90s or 00s. If it were released in those eras, it could be a hit. It's the type of sound I would like to hear more of from her nowadays. (Saturday 25 April 2026; 05:59) this is a reply to message 113,696

The Revival Of Mariah Carey (113,696) by Jamie from UK I love Play This Song, the vibe is great if the vocals compared to say Emancipation it would have surely done better. (Friday 24 April 2026; 09:43)

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