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Dress (112,291) by Edward from USA There's an interview from about seven years ago on MTV TRL where she talks about working with Whitney, and they mention the whole dress situation. She says she isn't sure whether it was her dress or Whitney's that arrived late, and someone on her team reminds her it was hers. In that interview she's completely present and articulate, she was promoting "Caution" at the time, so I don't think her not remembering that detail recently has anything to do with Alzheimer's or her meds. It just seems like one of those things she genuinely forgets whenever it comes up. (Friday 7 November 2025; 02:08) this is a reply to message 112,290

Dress (112,290) by Xavier mariohmix from Spain Was Mariah's dress really the one that arrived late? How do you remember that? The Memoirs? (Friday 7 November 2025; 01:04)

Alzheimer's (112,288) by Edward from USA I don't think it's Alzheimer's, it seems more likely to be the effects of her bipolar meds. What's troubling to me is that no one in her circle seems willing to say, "Hey girl, something seems off. You look sedated on stage, maybe talk to your doctor about adjusting your meds." On "Nothing Is Impossible", she sings: "Seemed like I'd never rise again, surely I couldn't find a friend." Those two lines confirm something I've always felt, that Mariah doesn't really have people around her who can be both supportive and honest, a true friend who could tell her hard truths because they care. Instead, it seems like she's surrounded by cheerleaders and "yass queens" who are more worried about staying in her good graces and keeping their checks rolling in rather than actually looking out for her well-being. (Thursday 6 November 2025; 23:31) this is a reply to message 112,281

The arrogance (112,281) by Joachim Agerup Løkkevik from Norway This has been my concern for a long time now, I actually think Mariah is in the early stages of Alzheimer's. It can happen this young, and if this is the case, we really need to appreciate her while we still got her, in some years, she probably will be held back from the public eye, like Bruce Willis. Of course, this is only speculations, but the signs are there. (Thursday 6 November 2025; 17:52)

Deluxe edition and other thoughts (112,266) by Edward from USA Is "The Deluxe" edition still happening? (Thursday 6 November 2025; 01:18) this is a reply to message 112,265

Deluxe edition and other thoughts (112,265) by Bobby A from United States First, I feel preorders for the deluxe edition will happen before the end of the year. Secondly, it has to explain why Gamma has stopped all promotion of the album. Gamma knows releasing the deluxe edition is going to remind Lambs why MC is the queen of remixes. IYF will have a hot remix to officially release the song as the 3rd single. Finally, Jesus I Do is a going to win a Grammy for best Gospel song. (Thursday 6 November 2025; 00:45)

The arrogance (112,264) by Edward from USA Equating public political statements with meaningful action isn't always accurate. Mariah has contributed to social causes for decades, quietly. She has shown up repeatedly for communities without turning those moments into a branding exercise. That's substantial, even if it's not loud. Mariah didn't come from privilege, she came from instability, racism, abuse, and financial hardship. Her early music speaks very directly to those realities: "Make It Happen", "There's Got to Be a Way", "Outside", "Close My Eyes", "Petals", and many others. Speaking about struggle has always been part of her work. The fact that she now sometimes chooses to celebrate comfort, joy, and luxury is not a moral failing, it's a reflection of someone who survived things she no longer wants to be defined by. Not every artist is obligated to take a public political stance once they become successful. And choosing not to endorse a specific candidate or administration does not mean she is "siding with exploiters". It means she is aware of what can happen when artists become political mascots: the art becomes secondary to the performance of ideology. I think it is totally fair wanting more public advocacy from her, but implying she is betraying a "lineage" of artists for not campaigning is a projection that doesn't consider the full scope of her work or her life. Social engagement does not have to look the same for everyone, and it doesn't have to be broadcasted to be real. I don't think Mariah needs to put her awareness on display in order for it to be real. The expectation that she must constantly prove her principles, or investigate the lineage of anyone she dates, just to satisfy other people's political purity standards, is unreasonable. Holding her responsible for the actions or history of someone else's family crosses into the absurd. It's ridiculousness at its best. So, the moral police here should take an effing chill pill. Christmas is coming. (Wednesday 5 November 2025; 23:06)

Let them eat cake (112,254) by Edward from USA Dove, dear, don't fall for it. This Christmas will be epic. (Tuesday 4 November 2025; 13:45) this is a reply to message 112,253

Let them eat cake (112,253) by Dove from United States What I mean when I say she's not a "Let Them Eat Cake" rich is that she's more like Jay Gatsby and not like Daisy and Tom Buchanan. She still has a heart. I can tell by things she does and says in interviews and appearances. When she was selling her Christmas ornaments on HSN a lady called in and said she couldn't decide if she wanted to have a gold and silver decorated tree or a traditional red and green one. Mariah said, "You can have both." But then her face turned serious as she remembered that not everyone can afford to have two Christmas trees. So she tried to play it off and said her friend's mom used to have a small one with homemade ornaments. Or on Mariah's World when the manager was making a mess with the makeup on the hotel bedding, Mariah told her not to do that. She probably thought about how someone is going to have to clean that. Some people wouldn't give that a second thought. It reminds me of an incident with my mom. When I was a little kid we were pretty poor and lived in a small ugly trailer. As time passed my dad started making more money and they built a nicer house and started having more disposable income, to where my mom could buy nicer things. One time I came to visit my mom and sat down to watch her show with her. She turned off the TV and started crying. She said they had gone to visit a lady from their church and her little trailer was really run down and didn't even have air conditioning. She said that she just assumed that as life was getting better for her it was getting better for everyone else too. She said she was shocked and saddened to realize people were still living the way we used to live. I know how frivolous that sounds but I feel like sometimes it does happen that way. I rarely think about those times anymore, when we were really poor. I'm just happy that I can finally afford to decorate for Christmas and I can finally afford to buy good makeup and buy nice Christmas presents for my family and friends. and I'm nowhere near being rich. I feel like people like Trump and his kids, who have always had a lot of money, don't even have a frame of reference for how other people may struggle. (Tuesday 4 November 2025; 12:11)

It's time video (112,234) by Edward from USA Exactly. There's not reason to politicize everything. Politics has already ruined many communities and good causes. The current situation is already hard as it is. Entertainment should be just that. People are getting too effing sensitive. (Tuesday 4 November 2025; 02:37) this is a reply to message 112,228

It's time video (112,228) by Lee from USA Maybe it's just you. Mariah is an award-winning philanthropist, so I am giving her the benefit of the doubt. She didn't jack up the prices. America screwed up, and she gets blamed. Does that make sense? (Tuesday 4 November 2025; 01:13)

HFIA Japan (112,232) by Edward from USA This is the Sugar Sweet (Solo Version) from the HFIA Japan edition. It's a lyric video, so you can both see and hear the extra verse. (Tuesday 4 November 2025; 02:26) this is a reply to message 112,226

HFIA Japan (112,226) by Xavier mariohmix from Spain Can you please provide me with the link? The only ones I can find are as I told you. (Monday 3 November 2025; 23:10)

It's time... (112,220) by Edward from USA "AIWFCIY" is a mammoth Taylor can't compete with. She tried it before, remember? (Monday 3 November 2025; 04:06) this is a reply to message 112,217

It's time... (112,217) by Bobby A from United States Cool. I am here for it all. These are the #1 dates in 2024 - December 14th, 21st, and 28th. Will AIWFCIY rise to #1 sooner this year if Taylor Swift's Hot 100 reign fades before December 1st. (Sunday 2 November 2025; 23:33)

HFIA Japan (112,219) by Edward from USA The YouTube solo version I was referring to is the one on her official channel. The Japan CD solo version has an extra verse in place of Kehlani's. (Monday 3 November 2025; 03:58) this is a reply to message 112,216

HFIA Japan (112,216) by Xavier mariohmix from Spain There are two solo versions on YouTube. The one from 3 months ago is fan-made. The other from 1 month ago is the real solo version (after the release of the album). Coincidentally, I got my physical copy today as well from Amazon Spain and I was surprised when I listened to the solo version as the album track. PD: In fact, I got it way back in early September (pre-order), but it arrived at a relative's house and I wasn't able to open it and enjoyed it until today. (Sunday 2 November 2025; 23:27)

It's time... (112,210) by Edward from USA Yes, 19 weeks is the all-time record, Lil Nas X's "Old Town Road" set it in 2019, and Shaboozey's "A Bar Song (Tipsy)" tied it in 2024. "AIWFCIY" is now at 18 weeks, just one week away from matching the record and two from breaking it. She's right on the verge of making making music history. More than her 19 #1 songs, I was always more obsessed with her keeping the "One Sweet Day" record forever. Every time somebody came close to breaking it, I was on edge, lol. So this one would feel freaking great. I'll stop talking about it though. (Sunday 2 November 2025; 12:58) this is a reply to message 112,208

It's time... (112,208) by Bobby A from United States Is it really just two weeks? I thought that she needs three weeks to have 100 total weeks at #1. (Sunday 2 November 2025; 11:49)

It's time... (112,203) by Edward from USA She'd better go all out this Christmas. What AIWFCIY is about to achieve will be unprecedented and forever etched in the annals of music history. I can't wait for that second week at #1. Hopefully, I don't jinx it. (Saturday 1 November 2025; 19:50) this is a reply to message 112,201

It's time... (112,201) by MusicfanJ from Germany I love it. The cat behind the window and Miss Liberty, how cool. The elf boy and Mariah saying you can't cancel Christmas. What a great it's time video. Only Mariah has something like this. (Saturday 1 November 2025; 17:18)

Michael Jackson collab (112,189) by Edward from USA I get what you mean, Jamie, "Dangerous" is amazing and way more experimental. But "Thriller" hit at the perfect moment. Michael had the momentum from "Off the Wall", and with "Thriller" he mixed pop, R&B, rock, and funk in a way nobody else was doing. It broke barriers on radio and MTV and connected with literally everyone. And beyond the music, the Thriller era was a full cultural takeover. The "Thriller" video changed what music videos could be, and his performances, like Motown 25, made him a global icon. So yeah, "Dangerous" might be the more adventurous album, but Thriller was just magic. (Saturday 1 November 2025; 03:14) this is a reply to message 112,188

Michael Jackson collab (112,188) by Jamie from UK I love MJ but I've never gotten why the [Thriller] album was so successful, even to this day it's the best selling album. It's great but not that great. I prefer Dangerous any day. (Saturday 1 November 2025; 02:21)

3 albums (112,185) by Edward from USA For your context, "Music Box", while vocally stunning, leans a bit too sappy at times. "Daydream", on the other hand, is perfectly balanced. Both are among my favorite albums, but if I had to choose just one, "Daydream" wins. (Saturday 1 November 2025; 01:38) this is a reply to message 112,177

3 albums (112,177) by TJ from Norway Does Daydream have better lyrics than MB? I don't know. Stacey, please don't hate me. (Friday 31 October 2025; 17:30)

3 albums (112,176) by Edward from USA You know I love myself some "Music Box", but in the context of your post, "Daydream", "Butterfly", and "The Emancipation of Mimi" have, in my opinion, a perfect mix of strong lyrics, soulful vocals, and fun energy. (Friday 31 October 2025; 16:59) this is a reply to message 112,173

3 albums (112,173) by TJ from Norway What happened to Music Box? (Friday 31 October 2025; 16:20)

3 albums (112,166) by Edward from USA This is a tough one. I would keep "Daydream", "Butterfly" and "The Emancipation of Mimi". (Friday 31 October 2025; 12:54) this is a reply to message 112,155

3 albums (112,155) by TJ from Norway Let's say that for some reason everyone on earth forgot all of MCs albums except 3 of them. Which 3 albums from her catalogue would you keep for everyone to enjoy? And why? (Friday 31 October 2025; 06:40)

HFIA Japan (112,154) by Edward from USA Just got my copy of "HFIA" (Japan Edition). Surprisingly, it has 13 tracks. Track 4 is "Sugar Sweet" (Solo Version), and it's different from the solo version one on YouTube. It seems like Mariah went back to the studio and added an almost lazy-sounding short sort of verse in place of Kehlani's part. Track 12 is "Type Dangerous" (DJ Snake Remix), I love this one. And Track 13 is "Sugar Sweet" ft. Kehlani and Shenseea. (Friday 31 October 2025; 02:55)

Article: Mariah Carey fans still excited to see the icon in Perth (112,149) by Edward from USA Had she said that, it would have spread everywhere. I highly doubt there's any truth to it. (Thursday 30 October 2025; 16:42) this is a reply to message 112,148

Article: Mariah Carey fans still excited to see the icon in Perth (112,148) by Xavier mariohmix from Spain Hey. Nobody commented on this. I suppose this is just made up, right? (Thursday 30 October 2025; 16:31)

Refreshing (112,137) by Edward from USA Don't worry, I'll try harder next time, maybe I'll throw in a conspiracy theory or two so you feel more at home connecting dots that don't exist. (Wednesday 29 October 2025; 14:47) this is a reply to message 112,134

Refreshing (112,134) by Lambi from USA I also just had an epiphany. Bill is naturally the funny one, and you try a little too hard to ride on his comedic genius. (Wednesday 29 October 2025; 09:12)

Refreshing (112,131) by Edward from USA Bill thanks. I think I just had an epiphany, the Michael Jackson collabo she wanted to release on "HFIA" is most likely "I'll Be There - Casket Revival Edition". (Tuesday 28 October 2025; 13:34) this is a reply to message 112,125

Refreshing (112,125) by Bill from the UK And "I'll Be There - casket edition" from MJ's funeral. (Tuesday 28 October 2025; 07:09)

Refreshing (112,120) by Edward from USA The "With You I'm Born Again", "It's Like That" and "I'll Be There" performances from the VH1 Save The Music 2005 special were all live. I was there, third row. She sung each song twice. (Tuesday 28 October 2025; 01:59) this is a reply to message 112,119

Refreshing (112,119) by Bill from the UK She's done them here and there. Pretty sure the "impromptu" performance of The Art of Letting Go for the fans was live, and Make It Happen from Live8. Some of the Charmbracelet promotional shows had some songs fully live. But you're right, as a general rule they are rare as hen's teeth post-1999. (Monday 27 October 2025; 19:05)

Confetti and Champagne (112,088) by Edward from USA Saying the "lambs" never support or show love to her evee is unfair. The truth is, there just aren't that many of us left in the US anymore. We've always shown up for her. She sold what she sold because of that loyalty. Unfortunately, the casual listeners don't seem as interested these days, and they're the ones who really drive major album sales. Personally, I bought one copy, gifted another to my sister, and still stream it from time to time. (Saturday 25 October 2025; 05:39) this is a reply to message 112,085

Confetti and Champagne (112,085) by Travis from USA I do because the "Lambs" never support or show Mariah the love, ever. I would say, in my opinion that "Here For It All" is better than "Caution", yet, it's now her worst selling album for this time period to date. (Saturday 25 October 2025; 02:57)

Confetti and Champagne (112,078) by Edward from USA I think she would be crazy to make that mistake twice, especially now that she's pushing 60. At that age, I just don't see her singing stuff like "GTFO" or "I'm a bad bitch". I really believe she realized with the "HFIA' release that the longer she waits between projects, the more people start to disconnect, it just happens to every artist eventually. It's happened with Barbra too, but Mariah's almost 27 years her junior, so in my humble opinion, she still has time to keep dropping good music if she plays it smart and don't take too much time between releases. With great collabos with relevant mainstream artists, in which she really puts in the effort, she could still keep some decent success going for a while. What she needs to stay away from is the lazy or half-baked uninspired stuff. When I heard her voice on Yes, And?, I swear I thought MC16 was doomed. But "HFIA" showed that when Mariah actually cares and puts herself into it, she can still deliver the goods. I even thought that Clark Sisters collabo was going to be a screaming mess, but it ended up being one of my favorites on the album. (Friday 24 October 2025; 16:15) this is a reply to message 112,076

Confetti and Champagne (112,076) by Libra Lamb from USA Give it about 6-8 years for MC 17, if not more. (Friday 24 October 2025; 13:51)

New tour date alert: February 2026 (112,063) by Edward from USA Remember, those billionaires in the Middle East pay exceptionally well. When it comes to performing there, making great money is the least of her concerns. For a private concert, often with minimal stage production and a more intimate setting, Mariah is known to earn millions, sometimes even more than she makes from her regular shows. (Thursday 23 October 2025; 21:37) this is a reply to message 112,058

New tour date alert: February 2026 (112,058) by MusicfanJ from Germany "Middle east"? The Asia concerts made sense because of her huge fan base there. But middle east, I highly doubt there's a huge fan-base. Hmm, a bit strange indeed. (Thursday 23 October 2025; 18:13)

HFIA (112,046) by Edward from USA "HFIA" has several potential hits that could've easily taken off if they were released by artists like Ariana, Sabrina, or SZA, the album is that good. I just hope Mariah doesn't get discouraged and continues releasing music more frequently. And hopefully, the collaboration with Michael finally sees the light of day soon. (Thursday 23 October 2025; 02:24)

My 2 cents (112,045) by Edward from USA You tend to get a bit unhinged and emotional whenever someone challenges the "facts" you throw around. And blaming some outside force every time something happens to Mariah is just typical of you. It's not that Mariah "doesn't need" the charts, it's that most people simply aren't interested in her music like that anymore. "Caution" had three singles with full videos, and solid promotion. The effort was there, the interest wasn't. That's an undeniable fact, like an actual fact, something grounded in reality, not wishful thinking, astrology or conspiracy theories. I just asked a simply question, so you need to take a chill pill. (Thursday 23 October 2025; 02:10) this is a reply to message 112,036

My 2 cents (112,036) by Lambi from USA I mean we can verify she was under Epic and Roc Nation during Caution's release. Also chill? You're acting like I criticized every single wrong move they did, all I said was "shame they it flop". Are you just ready to unleash your pre-written thoughts about how Mariah doesn't need to chart? (Wednesday 22 October 2025; 21:22)

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