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New music? (107,653) by Edward from USA I truly believed that with MC turning 30, Mariah would go all out with new music, a fresh video, and a TV special. Sadly, that doesn't seem to be the case. Considering Brenda Lee has already hit number one on the Billboard Holiday charts, it feels like the perfect opportunity for Mariah to bring her A-game this season. (Saturday 16 November 2024; 17:18) this is a reply to message 107,648

New music? (107,648) by Brandon from USA So no new music for Merry Christmas 30th anniversary? Just new covers for the album? I'm disappointed. I was hoping for at least a new song or something. (Friday 15 November 2024; 17:58)

Celebrity endorsements (107,627) by Edward from USA Celebrities should stop being condescending and assuming people are uninformed and stupid. They should stop acting as if they know what's best for us from their million-dollar mansions. Let people vote for whomever they choose, period. They should cast their votes and shut up. (Monday 11 November 2024; 21:05) this is a reply to message 107,626

Celebrity endorsements (107,626) by John from USA I'm so glad Mariah didn't sell her soul for 1 million dollars to endorse a terrible candidate. Imagine, being a mega-milliionaire or billionaire actor, singer, or media mogul, and yet still find it acceptable to deceive the American voters, just for what is small chump change for them. (Monday 11 November 2024; 20:03)

Christmas tour 2024 (107,623) by Edward from USA I wasn't going to comment but since you asked, I expected Mariah to go all out with the production, especially with the Merry Christmas celebrating its 30th anniversary. Unfortunately, it feels like more of the same to me. Mariah isn't glancing at the monitors because she's forgotten any lyrics, she's watching for her lipping cues. She appears dazed, and her platform heels are so high she can barely take a step. For a festive show, the energy is severely lacking. I'm not impressed at all. On a positive note, she seems to have added a woman to her dance crew, finally. (Sunday 10 November 2024; 23:43) this is a reply to message 107,613

Christmas tour 2024 (107,613) by Brandon from USA Any thoughts on Mimi's new Christmas tour? I'm curious to hear what [you] guys honestly think after watching the clips or actually going to the show. (Saturday 9 November 2024; 17:55)

Christmas shows (107,622) by Edward from USA That's funny, put it in the Burn Book. (Sunday 10 November 2024; 23:07) this is a reply to message 107,619

Christmas shows (107,619) by C from United States I think she is saving her voice for MC40. (Sunday 10 November 2024; 16:17)

AMAs performance (107,506) by Edward from USA I asked not to be confrontational, I'm really curious because I can't seem to spot it. ¡Claro que quién tiene razón soy yo. . I'll keep watching though. (Saturday 12 October 2024; 02:34) this is a reply to message 107,505

AMAs performance (107,505) by Xavier mariohmix from Spain Don't worry about it. It's just we have different points of view. However, I'm the one who's right. Lol. Just kidding. Seriously, let's leave it there. We know how this always ends. The important thing is Mariah is still here with us, active, making music and keeping our spirits together and alive. Hugs. (Saturday 12 October 2024; 01:55)

AMAs performance (107,498) by Edward from USA Can you pinpoint specific moments in the performance to support your statement? Mariah hasn't ever been a great lipper. (Friday 11 October 2024; 04:47) this is a reply to message 107,497

AMAs performance (107,497) by Xavier mariohmix from Spain Really? Do you really think the performance is live? Am I too obsessed with this or have I become too distrustful of her? I've felt obliged to watch the performance again, but I still see the same. Poor me. For the record, I don't question the multiple tapings, I mean, that's something recurrent in televised performances. For example, "It's a wrap" on López Tonight or the medley on American Idol. (Friday 11 October 2024; 01:42)

AMAs performance (107,487) by Edward from USA Performances like this are usually recorded multiple times from different angles, which can sometimes give the impression that playback was used. For instance, the VH1 duet of "With You I'm Born Again" with John Legend was taped 3 times, I know because I was in the audience. The woman performed one song, but she delivered it live. Credit where credit is due. (Wednesday 9 October 2024; 13:23) this is a reply to message 107,483

AMAs performance (107,483) by Xavier mariohmix from Spain Guys and girls, I don't wanna spoil the moment, but the performance is playback from beginning to end. Just like The Celebration of Mimi in Vegas (except for a couple of adlibs here and there). I'm afraid MC is not singing live again (at least for a while). The quality of her voice has worsened considerably in the past couple years, and live on stage is where she feels most stressed and insecure about it. So now she just plays it safe by rerecording everything in her current voice and having improved the lipping technique. At least we can enjoy lots of new vocals recorded in a studio. For what it's worth, I think I'm starting to be finally at peace with this. (Wednesday 9 October 2024; 01:47)

Simple and classic (107,479) by Edward from USA "I might be wrong but are you imitating the way Robert Anthony talks?" I simply shared my opinion on the performance, and it wasn't based on any template or influenced by Robert-Anthony's style of posting. (Tuesday 8 October 2024; 20:06) this is a reply to message 107,476

Simple and classic (107,476) by lighty from China I might be wrong but are you imitating the way Robert Anthony talks? (Tuesday 8 October 2024; 17:08)

Simple and classic (107,472) by Edward from USA The mike was definitely on. We have to give her credit for this performance. If you look closely, paying attention to her mouth, neck and demeanor, you can tell when she's lipping. To be honest, judging by recent performances, I thought it would be more of the same, but I'm glad to have been proven wrong. I'm a happy for her. (Monday 7 October 2024; 21:08) this is a reply to message 107,470

Simple and classic (107,470) by Jamie from UK Was it live or prerecorded? Either way she was great. (Monday 7 October 2024; 17:18)

Simple and classic (107,468) by Edward from USA Mariah kept it simple and classic. She arranged the song accordingly to make difficult transitions smoother. I have the impression she really practiced for this one. One well delivered song was good enough for me. (Monday 7 October 2024; 15:51)

AMA's anticipation is high (107,454) by Edward from USA Robert-Anthony just tends to have a lot of feelings. When the board goes quiet, he panics and jumps in with a random topic just to keep the conversation alive. But don’t take him for granted, one of these days, he might get himself a boyfriend, and the frequency of his messages could drop to just four or five per day. Then you'll end up missing him. We love ourselves some Robert-Anthony. (Sunday 6 October 2024; 20:10) this is a reply to message 107,449

AMA's anticipation is high (107,449) by Zachariah from Croatia I will speak for myself - I am quite because people with your writing style reject me from even putting an effort to write anything. I'm tired of constantly reviving old conspiracies about choosing her singles or old songs and dissecting how would they sound in a different arrangement and would could be and so on and so on and so on. It is tiring to me and because of that I just don't engage. I am only interest in the present. How to help to see her on the top again and not live on old fame. (Sunday 6 October 2024; 13:11)

Opening act (107,396) by Edward from USA Sean Paul was the opening act for Mariah Carey's The Adventures of Mimi: The Voice, The Hits, The Tour. (Tuesday 24 September 2024; 00:53) this is a reply to message 107,395

Opening act (107,395) by Robert-Anthony from United States MC really has never had an opening act on her tours, but Trey Lorenz when he opened for MC in support of his album Mr. Mista. Mary J. Bilge likes to headline tours with other R&B male artists to draw a huge head count and for the nostaglia of 90's R&B music. (Tuesday 24 September 2024; 00:02)

Help with my MC ballads playlist (107,311) by Edward from USA I faded out the connecting parts from the "Angels Cry" prelude and the "Languishing" interlude. Now I'm working on removing JD's annoying voice from "Last Kiss" and many other tracks he ruined, for me at least. (Wednesday 4 September 2024; 17:51) this is a reply to message 107,310

Help with my MC ballads playlist (107,310) by Jamie from UK Looks good but surely you can't separate [Angels prelude] and [Angels cry]? (Wednesday 4 September 2024; 12:56)

Death, family relationships (107,275) by Edward from USA When someone passes away, it's natural for people to hope that the family will come together and support one another during these challenging times. It's not about telling anyone what to do but about wishing for the healing of broken bonds or, at the very least, forgiveness and moving forward. Such a wish for Mariah and her brother Morgan shouldn't have been met with such vitriol and scrutiny. I don't understand the overtly emotional reaction to a common sentiment, but some people love making things about themselves. The woman lost two members of her family on the same day for heaven sake. I'm pretty sure she's not there thinking about her past problems with her mother, Alison and her remaining sibling. (Tuesday 27 August 2024; 19:32)

Mariah's mom and sister died on the same day (107,266) by Edward from USA And now Elle will go watch several episodes of "La Rosa de Guadalupe" and cry. (Tuesday 27 August 2024; 13:23) this is a reply to message 107,265

Mariah's mom and sister died on the same day (107,265) by Randy from USA Stop being so nasty all the time, especially since you're hiding. This may be complex so read slowly. Right now I think cutting people off is considered a flex. People brag about it. I understand doing it as a means to protect yourself. But it definitely shouldn't be done as a punishment or retaliation. Sometimes you must be the bigger person more than once because the other person is severely lacking. I am not criticizing MC for her handling of her abusive siblings. Hell, I would have cut Alison off too. But since I know MC through dozens of interviews, personal songs and a print memoir, I know she's a lot like me. We are both sensitive. And nothing knocks down the wall guarding a sensitive person more violently than regret. That is why people are hoping, not demanding, not forcing, her to have some sort of resolution with Morgan than involves some sort of regular communication. (Tuesday 27 August 2024; 12:56)

Mariah's mom and sister died on the same day (107,255) by Edward from USA Your experience and her experience are different. They were very close until E=MC2. I hope they mend their difference and at least forgive each other. Life is too short. In the end, other than Tanaka and her kids, the rest are still around for her coins. (Tuesday 27 August 2024; 01:07) this is a reply to message 107,254

Mariah's mom and sister died on the same day (107,254) by David from USA Ouch. Hearing someone say they should reconnect with Morgan because they're "the only two left" hit me hard, as I have an abusive sibling (emotionally and physically). No, Mariah needn't mend anything with Morgan - that would mean letting an abuser back into her life, and that would be ridiculous. That's not how it works, that's not how someone in Mariah's situation stays healthy. Plus, I think we all know Morgan has maintained his abusive/accusatory/litigious/in-my-opinion-somewhat-insane personality - there is no repentance here, quite the opposite. From personal experience, I have to say that there's nothing worse than people who expect me to reconnect with my abusive sibling - for any reason whatsoever. (Tuesday 27 August 2024; 00:00)

What's the deal, Do You Know (107,247) by Edward from USA Don't ask me, I've always liked her cover of DYKWYGT. (Monday 26 August 2024; 14:25) this is a reply to message 107,243

What's the deal, Do You Know (107,243) by Shezz from Pk It's a beautiful cover. What's wrong with it now? (Monday 26 August 2024; 04:34)

What's the deal, Do You Know (107,241) by Edward from USA I actually like "Do you know where you're going to?", it's a decent song. "Crapfinity" and "Save the Day" are annoying to me. (Monday 26 August 2024; 01:46) this is a reply to message 107,240

What's the deal, Do You Know (107,240) by Matty from Vancouver Canada What's the deal with the song "Do You Know Where You're Going To"? Do [people[ like this song? It's annoying. I hear [people] like it. (Monday 26 August 2024; 00:59)

Twister (107,237) by Edward from USA It would be epic to have someone sing a song about suicide while they're doing your hair. The high notes would be perfect for the moment they pluck out an ingrown hair. (Friday 23 August 2024; 23:29) this is a reply to message 107,235

Twister (107,235) by Robert-Anthony from United States Great post. I think about Twister all of the time. MC's voice is so strong on this gem. The first line is MC at her best with writing thought provoking lyrics. "She was kind of fragile." "And she had a lot to grapple with." I have always imagined MC styling someone hair singing Twister in a video. (Thursday 22 August 2024; 21:52)

Much ado about nothing (107,173) by Edward from USA Mariah is clearly relying on lip-syncing to pre-recorded tracks quite a bit. She might sing a few words live here and there, but the lipping is at an all-time high. When you compare footage from different shows, the only thing that changes are her spoken or talk-sung parts; everything else seems to be pre-recorded. Additionally, she frequently appears a dazed, whatever medication she's on seems to be affecting her movement, speech, and even the parts she sings live. I'm not criticizing her; she needs to take her meds to manage her bipolar disorder, but it's evident that she's on some strong stuff. (Saturday 10 August 2024; 16:50) this is a reply to message 107,171

Much ado about nothing (107,171) by Scott from USA I'm a little confused about the comments here in this one. Yes, she looks a little stunned at times (has for a while). But at the same time that fans are saying she seems to have no idea walking around the stage and trouble with the cues she's also not had trouble singing the lyrics on time? I might be wrong, but haven't seen her looking like she's lip syncing. So my point is, I for one think she's singing a lot more love than people on this board make out and if she can do that, things can't be that bad. Also, if she is lip syncing, things can't be that bad with her if she's at least getting that right. (Saturday 10 August 2024; 12:49)

The girl who lipped wolf (107,120) by Edward from USA Celine has never jumped on any trend wagon. Stating facts is not idolizing her. She has managed to maintain a likable image ever since she entered the music scene by being herself. She hasn't shied away from showing us her human side, making her relatable. I consider myself part of Mariah's core fanbase, but I'm realistic. If Mariah were more dynamic on stage and did more than just stand there and lip-sync, people wouldn't mind as much whether she's singing live. It was acceptable when she could still carry a tune, but now she should compensate for her vocal limitations by putting more effort into her performances and updating her tired productions. She should drop those male dancers and revitalize her shows. (Tuesday 6 August 2024; 03:43) this is a reply to message 107,111

The girl who lipped wolf (107,111) by C from United States Let's not go overboard with the sudden Celine worship. She has always been ripped apart for her artistry and seen as the lest cool of the divas up until she became a fashion icon. Why do you all make it seem like Mariah was obsessed with #1 hits? Which popular artist isn't keeping an eye on the charts? Celine was chart watching just all of them were in their prime. (Monday 5 August 2024; 03:35)

Merry Christmas anniversary want list (107,118) by Edward from USA Wait a minute, did Normani finally release her debut album? If she did and it flopped, it shouldn't surprise anyone. She took a long time. (Monday 5 August 2024; 20:02) this is a reply to message 107,116

Merry Christmas anniversary want list (107,116) by Robert-Anthony from United States Okay, but Cher announced her Christmas in early September. I always refer to Metacritic's new album list for each month. Billboard just released their new album list for August-October. There is not one Christmas album listed for October. At least there would be somebody major on the list for October. Maybe no one wants to release a Christmas album this year because so many albums flopped from Dua Lipa to Normani to Camila Cabello. I think MC has Christmas this year without any distractions like what happened with Brenda Lee. (Monday 5 August 2024; 12:37)

The girl who lipped wolf (107,109) by Edward from USA Celine was smart, she never focused too much on achieving number-one hits, yet she managed to earn widespread respect. She has always been consistent, endearing herself to fans and the general public alike. Like Barbra, she has maintained a loyal core fanbase that she can always rely on. Although she doesn't sell as many albums as she once did, she continues to sell concert tickets, and they are certainly not cheap. One thing about Celine is that she's a true performer and entertainer; she never just stands there, and she can walk without help. (Monday 5 August 2024; 02:09) this is a reply to message 107,101

The girl who lipped wolf (107,101) by Robert-Anthony from United States I wonder if MC and Celine both are in the top ten for top grossing Vegas residencies. (Sunday 4 August 2024; 19:01)

How I became a fan (107,079) by Edward from USA When "Daydream" was released I was a toddler. My mom used to play "Open Arms" to me when I couldn't sleep, that's how I became a fan. About five years later, when I was being a lil a*hole, my mom would punish me by playing "Did I Do That" repeatedly until I apologize. By the time JD started inserting himself on every track, and knowing I wouldn't have survived him on repeat, I became a lovely child. When I write my memoir, I'm considering calling my mother by her first name. (Friday 2 August 2024; 05:04)

Can't Let Go (107,075) by Edward from USA The fact that we're all here means we can't let go of her. At least we're becoming more realistic. As I've stated before, I don't expect Mariah to sing like she did in the 90s, but I would love some consistency, that's all. Her songwriting is half of the equation, and she can certainly deliver on that part if she wants to. I was listening to "Portrait" the other day, and for some reason, the song hits differently now. It's definitely "Looking In" part two. (Thursday 1 August 2024; 21:36)

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