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About Lighty from China: Been a Mariah fan since 1994.

Everything Fades Away (113,958) by Lighty from China Who hasn't followed her for decades? You can disagree with me but it is what it is. (Friday 12 June 2026; 15:16) this is a reply to message 113,955

Everything Fades Away (113,955) by Zachariah from Croatia I would strongly disagree. I've been a Mariah fan since 1990, so I've followed her live performances for decades. Trust me, I know the difference between when she's singing live, when she's using backing tracks, and when she's fully lip-syncing. Not every performance is 100% live, but it's also not as simple as saying "95% lipped". (Friday 12 June 2026; 07:47)

Everything Fades Away (113,953) by Lighty from China The Summertime Ball was like 95% lipped lol. (Thursday 11 June 2026; 17:30) this is a reply to message 113,952

Everything Fades Away (113,952) by Zachariah from Croatia Mariah didn't lose her voice, she lost the expectation that she should sound exactly like she did at 20. The Summertime Ball performance proved she can still sing and entertain at an elite level. Critics often focus on old viral clips or isolated moments. The Summertime Ball showed she can still sing many of her classic songs and connect with the audience. (Thursday 11 June 2026; 15:29)

Petal collaboration (113,901) by Lighty from China No no dear Bobby A, I love reading your posts because you're always hopeful and positive about everything. I was just saying that based on Mariah's recent collaborations of the past few years with Ari, Latto, etc. None of those made any big splashes. (Tuesday 2 June 2026; 03:07) this is a reply to message 113,900

Petal collaboration (113,900) by Bobby A from United States I am just hopeful for it. Lighty, what message of mine last year did I lose my creditability with you? Just joking, but you have been calling me out a lot lately. I don't make crazy predictions like I did during the Memoirs and MIAM eras. Lol. I ponder over my posts now before I hit the submit button. (Tuesday 2 June 2026; 00:34)

Petal collaboration (113,899) by Lighty from China A direct tribute to MC or a collaboration doesn't automatically make it a hit though. (Monday 1 June 2026; 12:46) this is a reply to message 113,898

Petal collaboration (113,898) by Bobby A from United States Since Ariana's new single is about her fans, I am hoping the second single is a direct tribute to MC or a collaboration. It only makes sense in my opinion for hit second single. Also, pop radio needs a certified pop hit this summer. There hasn't been one at all this year. (Monday 1 June 2026; 02:27)

Article: Mariah Carey to take Christmastime special international (113,879) by Lighty from China She herself said in some of her latest interviews that she didn't want to do more live shows this year hence we only have the international Christmas shows as of now, that's what she wanted and it's far from "nothing left to hold on to". At least we can still look forward to Glitter 25. (Thursday 28 May 2026; 18:05) this is a reply to message 113,871

Article: Mariah Carey to take Christmastime special international (113,871) by Sasha from Nomansland She has nothing left to hold on to but her annual Christmas gigs. (Wednesday 27 May 2026; 23:58)

Lead The Way (113,858) by Lighty from China Because she let love lead the way. (Monday 25 May 2026; 04:22) 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)

As long as the video is not something like Play This Song part 2 (113,857) by Lighty from China I meant if there's a video for Jesus I Do. Anyways welcome to the board. (Monday 25 May 2026; 03:28) this is a reply to message 113,852

As long as the video is not something like Play This Song part 2 (113,852) by Syed from UK Haha which one? The "40 Hidden Mariah songs" challenge video or my songs' video? (Sunday 24 May 2026; 12:47)

Article: Ask Billboard: Praise for Mariah Carey's first Gospel chart No. 1 (113,850) by Lighty from China As long as the video is not something like Play This Song part 2. (Sunday 24 May 2026; 04:08) this is a reply to message 113,848

Article: Ask Billboard: Praise for Mariah Carey's first Gospel chart No. 1 (113,848) by Zachariah from Croatia Imagine if there was a proper video for it. (Saturday 23 May 2026; 12:50)

Drake (113,839) by Lighty from China Also needed better marketing. Put all the budget in that forgettable Type Dangerous video is a waste. (Monday 18 May 2026; 16:30) this is a reply to message 113,838

Drake (113,838) by Giovanni from USA I'm no fan of Drake but he is projected to do very well with his new album/albums. His sales and his streaming numbers are good and he has gotten decent reviews on the music. I think Here For It All might have sold more and done better if the music was better. I think the album served its purpose as being therapeutic for Mariah but she needs something on the level of Caution at least. I don't expect her to sell like she used to but just make an album that will make the remaining fans she has left happy. I think most of us were over the album fast because the music wasn't the best or the voice wasn't the best, but it was still decent. It did get some success with "In your feelings" and "Jesus I do". (Monday 18 May 2026; 12:35)

Reported attempt to put Mariah under guardianship/conservatorship (113,833) by Lighty from China Either her mom or Morgan. (Monday 18 May 2026; 05:17) this is a reply to message 113,830

Reported attempt to put Mariah under guardianship/conservatorship (113,830) by TheButterflyReturns from United States I'm currently listening to the audiobook of Diane Dimond's book "We're Here to Help: When Guardianship Goes Wrong", which is about abuses of guardianship like those committed against Britney Spears. I just came across a passage where Diane Dimond lists celebrity cases where someone attempted or proposed a guardianship/conservatorship and Mariah's name was mentioned alongside B.B. King, Lindsay Lohan, Charlie Sheen and others. Has anyone else read or heard anything about this? It doesn't surprise me that someone tried this against Mariah and it seems most likely to have occurred during the 2001 hospitalizations or the 2016 incident. Stella seems the most likely culprit in my opinion. Dimond's book makes it seem like the system is very easy to weaponize for financial gain. No wonder Mariah was so outspoken in her support for Britney. (Sunday 17 May 2026; 21:21)

Brenda K on relationship with MC (113,781) by Lighty from China The discussion of Brenda K actually started with the video you just posted, if you scroll to the next pages of this board. (Wednesday 6 May 2026; 17:20) this is a reply to message 113,779

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)

JD as MC's manager (113,717) by Lighty from China I still remember for a very long time people on this board have been saying JD's production is old and tiresome and now you're indicating if he had produced some tracks on Caution it would've become a bigger album? No it wouldn't dear Bobby A. Caution is a very cohesive piece of work and got rave reviews on its own. Had JD produced something they would've become WBT part 678910 and do you really want those? And about the JD/Teddy Riley thing, what is your source? I've never heard of Teddy Riley remotely connected with Mariah [except] for the Crybaby sample and The One So So Def Remix sample. If there's some news out there please let me be informed. (Monday 27 April 2026; 19:03) this is a reply to message 113,711

JD as MC's manager (113,711) by Bobby A from United States I'm just thinking that JD wanted Teddy Riley to produce some tracks on MIAM and MC said no. The Teddy Riley conversation was probably the first manager incident that caused some friction between JD and MC. I just wonder if their relationship has truly been the same after JD walked away as MC's manager. Caution could been bigger if JD had produced at least three songs on Caution. His absence from the recording sessions could explain why Caution only had 10 songs. (Monday 27 April 2026; 03:41)

Article: Mariah Carey traded her signature gowns for pants in NYC (113,686) by Lighty from China Sorry forgot to post the video link. "What's next? Can I rest a minute?" (Tuesday 21 April 2026; 16:37) this is a reply to message 113,685

Article: Mariah Carey traded her signature gowns for pants in NYC (113,685) by Lighty from China Did you guys see the new TMZ video? Mariah looks the most relaxed in like a really really long time. She's even chewing a gum (or something else). I'm so happy for her. (Tuesday 21 April 2026; 16:20)

Article: Mariah Carey traded her signature gowns for pants in NYC (113,685) by Lighty from China Did you guys see the new TMZ video? Mariah looks the most relaxed in like a really really long time. She's even chewing a gum (or something else). I'm so happy for her. (Tuesday 21 April 2026; 16:20) this is a reply to message 113,683

Article: Mariah Carey traded her signature gowns for pants in NYC (113,683) by Lainsky from Philippines The entire ensemble screams "Emancipation of Mimi". She appears cool, relaxed, and stylish while maintaining her fashionable look. If only her singing voice matched this awesome appearance. Please, take a long enough break, rest, and relax dahhling. (Tuesday 21 April 2026; 04:00)

Glitter 25th anniversary (113,667) by Lighty from China She actually did sing Reflections live on TV. (Sunday 19 April 2026; 06:07) this is a reply to message 113,665

Glitter 25th anniversary (113,665) by Rashidi Rahim Rick from Malaysia Rerelease the album with bonus tracks: 1. Loverboy (Firecracker Original Version) 2. Out Here On My Own 3. Lilies Blues (Mariah was the one singing the child part so I'm sure she sang the whole song too) If her vocals are in good form, then do a live studio performance of Lead The Way or even Glitter Unplugged. We never got to see her perform full version of Never Too Far, Reflections, Didn't Mean To Turn You On and All My Life. So this is the perfect time to do it. (Sunday 19 April 2026; 04:13)

New Vanity Fair interview (113,647) by Lighty from China From Mariah's new VanityFair interview - a couple shows and things, but more towards Christmas - Glitter 25th anniversary, she’ll work with Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis for it - bought a new house in Connecticut - 2 new puppies, Pip and Poppy and more... (Saturday 18 April 2026; 05:40)

The Tiffany performances (113,642) by Lighty from China Oh my gosh, Mariah has returned to singing Hero and WBT (without climax) live again. (Friday 17 April 2026; 18:28)

MOA Imperfect A (113,611) by Lighty from China I don't think it has anything to do with Kesha's performance. Still a good thing for Mariah though. (Tuesday 14 April 2026; 18:14) this is a reply to message 113,609

MOA Imperfect A (113,609) by Bobby A from United States Memoirs is seeing a huge surge on Spotify this year because Kesha performed Obsessed. So, I was thinking that Def Jam should be thinking about dropping MC's Angel's Advocate remix album on the same day as the Glitter anniversary release. Furthermore, MC's catalogue has five releases that remain on every Lambs' mind in 2026 to be released. 1 Gliiter- vinyl 2. Somebody's Ugly Daughter 3. Angels Advocate 4. The demo tape 5. Yours ft. Justin Timberlake (Tuesday 14 April 2026; 04:17)

Mariah is late (113,565) by Lighty from China I'm no Christian so I might be wrong but maybe it was just because no one at the church would wait for her to start? (Thursday 9 April 2026; 13:59) this is a reply to message 113,562

Mariah is late (113,562) by Bobby A from United States Well, MC did show up to church on time on Easter Sunday to get that front row seat. Lol. I think she has gotten better about being on time since Daniel Moore has been her musical director. Is that a valid statement? (Thursday 9 April 2026; 04:42)

Honey (113,555) by Lighty from China You're welcome Bobby A. Btw I Won't Allow It x Say My Name mashup might be a very good idea. (Tuesday 7 April 2026; 03:20) this is a reply to message 113,553

Honey (113,553) by Bobby A from United States Lighty, thank you for posting. I forgot about that short video. I hope MC gives us some goodies this fall so I can stop walking down memory lane. Lol. I would love for MC to drop the I Won't Allow remix EP this summer with remixes by David Guetta, Maurice Joshua, and DJ Mustard with a Destiny's Child Say My Name sample. (Sunday 5 April 2026; 21:32)

Honey (113,546) by Lighty from China Didn't we already have one? Although very short. (Sunday 5 April 2026; 04:40) this is a reply to message 113,545

Honey (113,545) by Bobby A from United States Honey is one of MC's best videos she has ever made. I am surprised that we haven't received a making the Honey video featurette yet. Actually that would be nice for MC to drop some making the video featurettes with the director's commentary on her Youtube channel once month. It couldn't be too difficult for her to create the featurettes and surprise the Lambs each month. Here are my top 5 video featurettes: 1. Honey 2. Shake It Off 3. A No No 4. Boy (I Need You) 5. Get Your Number (Sunday 5 April 2026; 02:36)

Glitter - my wish for MC in 2026 (113,525) by Lighty from China At least Glitter is better than A Christmas Melody in my very humble opinion. (Thursday 2 April 2026; 17:05) this is a reply to message 113,522

Glitter - my wish for MC in 2026 (113,522) by Bobby A from United States Glitter wasn't the right movie for MC because she didn't need her first movie to be similar to her life. MC needed a comedy like Madonna's Desperately Seeking Susan. MC's acting skills are better in comedies. Can we honestly say Glitter is now a cult film for the many reasons why it is such a love/hate movie? (Thursday 2 April 2026; 10:41)

Glitter - my wish for MC in 2026 (113,504) by Lighty from China According to Wikipedia, Glitter opened in 1,202 theaters while The Bodyguard opened in 1,717 theaters. Although less than The Bodyguard but Glitter wasn't a "limited release" in any sense. (Monday 30 March 2026; 16:38) this is a reply to message 113,502

Glitter - my wish for MC in 2026 (113,502) by TheButterflyReturns from United States The film had such a limited release due to Mariah's health problems in 2001 that I think very few people saw it. So I don't really trust the reviews entirely. I don't think it's great film by any stretch, but it's certainly on par with "Mahogany" or "The Bodyguard" as a vehicle for a recording artist branching out into the movies. Both of those films rece. It plays like a popcorn film, not a film that would be in the running for an Best Picture Oscar or Golden Globe. I think the critics were out to get Mariah because she had been so successful as a recording artist in the 1990s and because people are generally skeptical of recording artists branching out in the movies and vice versa. There were a lot of factors and delays working against Mariah. Remember, "Heartbreaker" was supposed to be the lead single rather than "Loverboy", and "Loverboy" was further delayed due to the sabotage. (Monday 30 March 2026; 16:22)

Lame photos? (113,492) by Lighty from China The NII cover art isn't lame to me, it's just mediocre but at least a gorgeous new picture. Remember when the Fantasy single cover cropped into the Daydream album cover, or when the I Still Believe single shared the same cover with the Around the World DVD? Those were great photoshoots but just lazy work. (Sunday 29 March 2026; 07:30) this is a reply to message 113,485

Lame photos? (113,485) by Matty from Vancouver Canada I've got to ask: why does MC choose lame photos for some of her singles cover art like she did for Nothing is Impossible? She's got better, more electric photos on her social media. She's done it with Shake it Off, It's Like That was unreal and unexpected, With You was so unique and gave Someday vibes. But then we have Its a Wrap, CryBaby, and I Don't as examples of lame. Literally just smash one of her recent insta photos on the single art work and run with it, she's gorgeous and everyone knows how funny she can be. Use that sparkle and glitter girl, not lame emotionless head shots that tell me nothing about the song. (Saturday 28 March 2026; 17:25)

New single release tonight at midnight: Volare/Nothing Is Impossible (Live) (113,470) by Lighty from China The orchestral version of Nothing is Impossible is so much better than the original version. Feels like Mariah wants to prove to us she's still got it. (Friday 27 March 2026; 05:11) this is a reply to message 113,468

New single release tonight at midnight: Volare/Nothing Is Impossible (Live) (113,468) by Belinda Vasquez from USA An official single release of Volare/Nothing Is Impossible (Live From The Olympics) will be available tonight at midnight. Last week, the album version of "Nothing Is Impossible" recently climbed to #25 on Billboard Adult Pop Songs Chart and is currently in the Top 30. (Thursday 26 March 2026; 22:19)

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