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About Jamie from UK: Mariah fan since 1990, favourite album is Music Box, Favourite song is Can't Let Go.

Brenda K on relationship with MC (113,756) by Jamie from UK Thanks for the edit Eric, what I called her debut/first album is her 2nd. I always thought the [I want your love] album came after Brenda K. Starr and By Heart. The Brenda K. Starr is the best. (Friday 1 May 2026; 16:34) 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)

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) this is a reply to message 113,752

Brenda K on relationship with MC (113,752) by TJ from Norway But Brenda K Starr is also making up a story here, isn't she (not asking myself, just adding something more to my other message)? Didn't Mariah release I still Believe in 1998 or something, and the Around the World DVD in 99? Wasn't her breakdown in 2001? We are all getting older and forgetful. That includes Brenda too. (Friday 1 May 2026; 10:12)

Brenda K on relationship with MC (113,753) by Jamie from UK Yeah that part was wrong on Brenda's side. (Friday 1 May 2026; 11:14) this is a reply to message 113,752

Brenda K on relationship with MC (113,752) by TJ from Norway But Brenda K Starr is also making up a story here, isn't she (not asking myself, just adding something more to my other message)? Didn't Mariah release I still Believe in 1998 or something, and the Around the World DVD in 99? Wasn't her breakdown in 2001? We are all getting older and forgetful. That includes Brenda too. (Friday 1 May 2026; 10:12)

Brenda K on relationship with MC (113,748) by Jamie from UK I enjoyed watching that, I think the whole thing is a lot more complicated than we will ever know. Brenda asking Mariah to help her after she was dropped, probably put Mariah in an awkward situation where she couldn't get involved even if she wanted too. We don't know if Brenda was asking for stuff all the time, and there has to be a cut off at some point. Alison used to say Mariah had never helped her or given her anything but that wasn't true, she'd had multiple amounts of money and help. Do I think Mariah should have done more for Brenda, yes I do, and to be cut off again after the [I still believe] cover and then not to recognize her at a concert must hurt. When you get to Mariah's level I guess you aren't as accessible anymore but it would be nice for Mariah to keep in contact with her after what she did for her, they don't have to be best friends but I think Mariah should reach out to her. (Thursday 30 April 2026; 18:52) this is a reply to message 113,745

Brenda K on relationship with MC (113,745) by Haiji from United States Any thoughts? After watching this, I actually feel bad for her. I'm not sure how much of this story is true but it's sad to see her tell it. (Thursday 30 April 2026; 15:10)

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) this is a reply to message 113,718

New old interview from 1992 (113,718) by Philipp from Switzerland I came across this new old interview from 1992. Mariah speaks about her videos, MTV Unplugged and touring. I think it's really interesting and I think the interview was spot on when he asked Mariah if she ever felt rebellious or like a sheltered princess. (Monday 27 April 2026; 19:28)

New old interview from 1992 (113,721) by Jamie from UK Everything she says in that interview is Mariah. She is so far removed from all those views now. (Tuesday 28 April 2026; 02:13) this is a reply to message 113,718

New old interview from 1992 (113,718) by Philipp from Switzerland I came across this new old interview from 1992. Mariah speaks about her videos, MTV Unplugged and touring. I think it's really interesting and I think the interview was spot on when he asked Mariah if she ever felt rebellious or like a sheltered princess. (Monday 27 April 2026; 19:28)

JD as MC's manager (113,720) by Jamie from UK Dangerous is the best album. Pure 1991 vibes. (Tuesday 28 April 2026; 02:09) this is a reply to message 113,713

JD as MC's manager (113,713) by MusicfanJ from Germany Oh I didn't know this thing with JD and Teddy Riley. Hmm yeah maybe they both had other thoughts with the musical direction for Mariah. Teddy and Mariah would be interesting. I'm listening a lot of Micheal's Dangerous album lately, it's not my favourite of him (although it has so many great songs) but the new jack swing tracks are still phenomenal. I also love "Give in to me". But yes for a Teddy Riley song for Mariah. (Monday 27 April 2026; 14:05)

The Revival Of Mariah Carey (113,712) by Jamie from UK I still think she had vocal surgery and it failed, her voice is completely changed, it's weak and the tone is completely different even to [Caution] vocals. (Monday 27 April 2026; 06:23) this is a reply to message 113,710

The Revival Of Mariah Carey (113,710) by Bobby A from United States I listened to HFIA yesterday. Afterwards, I wondered what caused MC's voice to deteroiate to its current state from 2020-2025. Did MC stop practicing all the healthy vocal routines that she used during Charmbraclet to Memoirs eras? I noticed that she doesn't talk about those vocal routines anymore. Did her break-up with Tanaka cause stress that affected her voice anymore? Anyway, I saw an unseen video of MC singing Play This Song solo and it was hard to watch. I hope that she can get some rest this summer and have fun on her new yacht instead of performing. This summer, MC should let Ariana's new album with all the Rainbow influences make her smile and proud. (Sunday 26 April 2026; 23:07)

The Revival Of Mariah Carey (113,707) by Jamie from UK Yeah I agree with the vocals, I don’t agree that [In Your Feelings] was the best she could do in all that time or at least in the time she had. (Sunday 26 April 2026; 11:00) this is a reply to message 113,704

The Revival Of Mariah Carey (113,704) by Edward from USA "Play This Song" is nice melodically, but the delivery just feels flat as flat can be. It kind of comes off a bit soulless to me, which is a shame because it had potential. I don't know if Mariah realizes that an album without at least a little bit of that signature "Mariah" sprinkled in here and there just doesn't hit the same. She doesn't have to be belting all the time, but she had plenty of time, and a real chance, to lay down stronger vocals for HFIA, especially since a lot of those songs were recorded years ago. (Saturday 25 April 2026; 19:07)

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) this is a reply to message 113,694

The Revival Of Mariah Carey (113,694) by Stacey from USA Here For It All has that Daydream/Butterfly/TEOM vibe. It's just that the vocals don't match those earlier albums. I was listening to Play This Song on my way home from work yesterday, and that arrangement is brilliance. Maybe the melody and the song as whole isn't everyone's cup of tea, but the musicality is absolutely there 100%. That is why I'm so torn about HFIA. (Thursday 23 April 2026; 20:54)

Article: Mariah Carey traded her signature gowns for pants in NYC (113,689) by Jamie from UK Yes mh friend sent me it and we both agreed she was much more coherent and relaxed. (Tuesday 21 April 2026; 23:01) 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)

The Revival Of Mariah Carey (113,682) by Jamie from UK This is the problem now, the negativity starts to over shadow the greatness. Most fans on here this past week have been honest and truthful about her current state and by some it's been seen as bashing. All we want for Mariah is for her to be remembered for how great she was, and to have the respect she so deserves. We are still fans, probably even more so than the yass queens because we truly care about Mariah and her legacy. I'm at the point now if she were to bow out and call it a day I'm cool with that. It doesn't mean I don't believe in her, I just don't want her to be ridiculed and ruin her legacy. I was listening to Dreamlover the other day whilst out on a walk, and I got a feeling of not being able to relate to that Mariah with the way she is at the moment, to me it's like she's lost her personality, and I can't match the two together. Whilst only a brief feeling it occurred to me that if I'm feeling like this as a super fan then the general public only see what they see now. To me there's always been two Mariah's pre and post breakdown that I've had difficulty matching up but at the moment she's neither of these which is even more difficult for me to process. (Monday 20 April 2026; 10:38) this is a reply to message 113,679

The Revival Of Mariah Carey (113,679) by Giovanni from USA If Mariah has no plans to retire and wants to be successful again and wants to get her voice back I think naming her next album The Revival Of Mariah Carey would truly be the best album title of her career and would make a statement. I thought when she released her memoir The Meaning Of Mariah Carey that it would have been an excellent album title. I wish Mariah would get a new circle of people/team. I would like her to rest more and work on her voice and come back with a new album in 2027 or 2028. I was so sad and angry at all the horrible comments I read on social media regarding her recent performance at T&Co. She was getting dragged left and right even commenting on her hair. She definitely has lost respect from the public and not just as of now, for awhile. Sadly she's seen as a joke to many as it's all about the glamour and less about her voice. I hope those of you who are religious can keep Mariah in your prayers and ask God to help and protect her. We already lost MJ and Whitney we cannot lose MC. (Monday 20 April 2026; 05:15)

Glitter 25th anniversary (113,669) by Jamie from UK Imagine it would be up there with her doing I will survive in that restaurant that time. (Sunday 19 April 2026; 12:41) this is a reply to message 113,668

Glitter 25th anniversary (113,668) by Bill from the UK Mariah should absolutely not attempt any sort of remake or "live studio" version of Lead the Way. That song is perfect and 2026 Mariah will catastrophically ruin it if she even attempts to go near it. If she attempts to sing that final run live it would probably kill her. (Sunday 19 April 2026; 09:17)

Mariah at Tiffany & Co. (113,645) by Jamie from UK Yeah there's something definitely wrong with her. It was a painful watch both physically and vocally for me. It's really sad she is like this. I just saw a few more clips, and some were not too bad actually but Hero and WBT were hard to watch for me. Touch My Body and Obsessed are the better two. (Saturday 18 April 2026; 02:13) this is a reply to message 113,644

Mariah at Tiffany & Co. (113,644) by Giovanni from USA Mariah looked nice and was singing live at Tiffany & Co. but it's so painful and hard to see her so medicated. I saw her sign some autographs and she looked so robotic and out of space. It's not only sad but scary because it's like she's being controlled in some evil way. I thought she sounded decent but completely disconnected from reality. Even if she was retired from music and had no contracts I still would worry. She's 57 and is handled around like she's an elderly woman, it's weird. And before anyone comes at me I love Mariah and I think my posts prove that it's just hard to see her this way. (Saturday 18 April 2026; 00:21)

Be nice or leave (113,636) by Jamie from UK And as you just voiced your opinion, please acknowledge that we also can voice our opinion. If you don't like the truth then leave. (Friday 17 April 2026; 14:05) this is a reply to message 113,635

Be nice or leave (113,635) by AnKo from Germany I am in pure shock about Randy's article and how some of you seem to cherish it. Wow. Are you basically saying the neat innocent girl from the 1990's dominated and led by men should have kept going on like this? I think MC would have committed suicide in the 90's if she didn't liberated and emancipated herself from this situation, my friends. And you were clearly not listening to her lyrics she has published ever since. You also don't seem to acknowledge the power house MC still is. Do you even know how many artists MC has left behind ever since she started? I bet there are quite a few artists (male or female) who were broken by the music industry or simply disappeared? I bet there are quite a few people who would kill to have a career like her. Yet you are rambling about her clothes and looks, attitude and decisions she has made. If you don't like her than leave her alone and don't bother. And I am tired about the debate of her declining voice and what it is now. Fun fact: if you don't like her music ever since Butterfly, don't listen to it. We are still living a misogynistic world and Randy's article is proving it. (Friday 17 April 2026; 12:46)

The real reason Mariah gets no respect (113,634) by Jamie from UK I never knew George Michael was in the room, you have made my day Bill. (Friday 17 April 2026; 10:42) this is a reply to message 113,623

The real reason Mariah gets no respect (113,623) by Bill from the UK What's poignant about this post is that in her early Tommy years, Mariah craved the respect that Mary J Blige got. What was heartbreaking, was that she already had it. When I attended the London Daydream tour (not sure if I've ever mentioned it before), Sting, George Michael, and many other musicians were in attendance. She was revered for her singing, able to craft great pop songs that turned into hits, reinvented the remix genre, welded hip hop and pop together, and inspired a generation with her singing technique which is still mimicked to this day. Why she felt the need to descend from the beauty and elegance of Butterfly to the throwaway plastic Barbie look is beyond me. I believe that had she hung up her malfunctioning ear monitor after Butterfly and made no more albums, citing the loss of her voice as the reason why, she would have been inducted years ago. She should have bowed out gracefully to concentrate on songwriting and production the moment she realised she had to fake it to make it. (Thursday 16 April 2026; 21:57)

The real reason Mariah gets no respect (113,633) by Jamie from UK Great article Randy, I really enjoyed reading that. The thing that gets me is Mariah is an intelligent woman. She's influenced so many and changed dynamics. She knew what worked and what didn't, what people liked and didn't like. Yet when it came to herself and her image, once Tommy was off the scene she had no idea how to conduct herself. Butterfly was edgy and worked but she lost a lot of fans even in that era. From then on she took it too far and like you say has become a joke. Why couldn't she see what was working and what wasn't with her image etc. We've had glimpses of classic Mariah for example when she sang for Patti where she looked elegant and classy but for the majority of the time she looked cheap. All of this diva Barbie antics should have been rectified a long time ago, I feel it's all a little too late now. Her last album was great, vocals not so but it failed because people don't take her seriously anymore. (Friday 17 April 2026; 10:41) this is a reply to message 113,619

The real reason Mariah gets no respect (113,619) by Randy from USA I called this when they first nominated her this go round. I don't know what bubble a lot of you live in but I'm with the general public non-Mariah fans all the time. They think she's a joke. The lighting. The guy holding her umbrella. Her good side. We are talking about the greatest recording artist that ever lived and yet she's so afraid of her voice that she uses any topic she can to avoid talking about singing of being asked to sing impromptu. I'm thrilled that the full Divas 98 section is making its way around when Aretha asked the divas to come out there with her and sing. Celine wasn't showing off. She was doing what she was asked to and could do. Mariah came out too and sounded subpar. Oh wait she has nodules, it was too hot, it was too cold, she didn't get enough sleep, the humidifier quit without two weeks notice. All of these topics Mariah holds dear makes her look like a joke. Mariah has delivered her best album in 16 years and it hurts me that she was out there promoting it and it still didn't do well. I saw that MusicCares tribute and I was heartbroken she had to sit through that. It shows how little the industry cares for her by the lack of planning and seriousness they put into that. Joan Crawford was one of the brightest stars of the 1920s 1930s and 1940s. She died alone and penniless because of her diva antics and eccentricities. People look as her as a joke and if you ask someone about her now all they know is No More Wire Hangers. Yall will attack me for this post and the comparison. Truth is, I want Mariah to win. But it is evident why they have passed her over three times for Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. They don't respect her. And who do I blame for that? Mariah. Because that 20 year old girl in the outtakes in The First Vision is loveable, humble and relatable. She would be in The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. (Thursday 16 April 2026; 14:31)

Article: Mariah Carey wants $27M for her NYC penthouse triplex (113,586) by Jamie from UK The internet is full of speculation regarding her financial situation. Hopefully it's not true, I'm sure she's got people in place to oversee all her finances. Surely with all the touring she's been doing and her back catalogue she is still financially secure. I can't see her going broke, although it's happened to stars before. I am shocked she's selling this property tbh it's always been her baby. Maybe she's got to a point in life where she wants somewhere more quiet for herself and the twins, and also wants a fresh start. Maybe it's something to do with how she's been recently, maybe her health is also driving the decision. Either way I hope she's happy and that she's doing it for herself rather than any financial burden. It's not that long since she remortgaged the property. (Saturday 11 April 2026; 14:22) this is a reply to message 113,572

Article: Mariah Carey wants $27M for her NYC penthouse triplex (113,572) by John from USA It's real. This is the listing for the property. (Friday 10 April 2026; 05:11)

Article: Mariah Carey wants $27M for her NYC penthouse triplex (113,583) by Jamie from UK Yeah could maybe be therapy for her too. Moving on as such. She fled there when all her troubles started so this might be a way of letting go and moving forward. (Friday 10 April 2026; 22:33) this is a reply to message 113,580

Article: Mariah Carey wants $27M for her NYC penthouse triplex (113,580) by Lambi from USA She's added a lot of value in that property and it costs a lot to upkeep (tax, maintenance, staff). It would make sense to cash out a high-value asset when she has no incessant need for it anymore. It might've just became a very expensive storage unit. Even though Mariah plays into the "I have no concept of money" persona, the reason she is rich as hell today is because she is smart. Trust me, homegirl will be okay. She owns multiple other properties. This seems to be just a portfolio reshuffle. I know that Tribeca apartment holds significant meaning for her and the lambs; it's where the butterfly first landed after fleeing Sing Sing, and she's also spoken about how it's always been her dream to live in a penthouse. But dreams also change as you age. Mariah is nearing 60. She simply doesn't enjoy climbing the 1000th floor. She likes to walk the dogs outside in an easy-access mansion yard. (Friday 10 April 2026; 16:28)

Randy's favorite MC song / Tribeca (113,579) by Jamie from UK I've been to the Franklin Tower many times, I always imagine her coming out and I get to meet her. Either that or she runs back in thinking he's here again. (Friday 10 April 2026; 16:19) this is a reply to message 113,577

Randy's favorite MC song / Tribeca (113,577) by MusicfanJ from Germany One of my dreams was always to visit NY and then go to the Franklin Tower in TriBeCa. In my dreams there was a chance to meet her for a moment. I'm facinated with New York since I'm 12. I have a huge book, cd and items collection from New York. It's Mariah's hometown, so yes I think it's sad when she looses her apartment there. @Randy wow a New Yorker for four years. That must have been really expensive and exciting. (Friday 10 April 2026; 13:42)

Article: Mariah Carey wants $27M for her NYC penthouse triplex (113,568) by Jamie from UK This is quite worrying if true. That's Mariah's home and personal space. I'm surprised she's selling unless she needs too. (Friday 10 April 2026; 01:30)

Mariah is late (113,558) by Jamie from UK Same for me, she was late to the Christmas light switch on at Westfield in London in 2009 by an hour. Whilst an hour isn't as long as some of her tardiness, it's still an hour out of people's time. I don't get it, you're booked for a certain time, your fans are waiting to see you, at least have the courtesy to show up on time. It's not diva, it's rude. (Wednesday 8 April 2026; 09:29) this is a reply to message 113,557

Mariah is late (113,557) by Webmaster Eric from the Netherlands From my own experience I can say that the stories are not exaggerated. When I was at a signing in Amsterdam, she arrived almost 6 hours late. She missed a rol in a movie because she was late. They taped a guest appearance at a talent show late in the evening without public because she was late. And she never arrives in time for an interview. There are plenty more examples of her being late. (Tuesday 7 April 2026; 10:00)

Honey (113,536) by Jamie from UK I remember being in the office in one of my first jobs and my best friend calling me on the landline saying she'd just seen the new Mariah video "Honey" on MTV. She said the song is cool but she wasn't sure id like the video as it was very different. I saw it that evening. I remember being initially shocked at her in a bikini, I remember loving her speaking Spanish, but I loved the song. I thought this video is bold but it works, as it mixed a young Mariah with an edgy side. (Friday 3 April 2026; 11:10) this is a reply to message 113,529

Honey (113,529) by Bill from the UK I had to stop by to say that I've been listening to Honey ad nauseam recently. The song is pure ear candy. The merging of the two samples and how well they come together, the cascading strings, the wall of sound vocals, Mariah's rasp in her voice. What a launchpad to the "New Mariah" it was. And that video. Iconic and epic. That opening verse as she meanders around that slinky beat is pure fire. What a song and what a moment it was. (Thursday 2 April 2026; 20:15)

Lame photos? (113,494) by Jamie from UK I love Zayn's music. He struggles really badly with anxiety so think he chooses a quieter life, good on him I'd say. (Sunday 29 March 2026; 11:32) this is a reply to message 113,486

Lame photos? (113,486) by Bobby A from United States Is this a correct observation? MC chooses better single covers when she has a man in her life. Her single covers for WBT, With You, You're Mine, and A No No tell us about a woman happy and in love. MC hasn't been happy and in love for quite some time. I hope she finds a younger male singer who can make her happy. Zayn Malik comes to my mind. I am saying him because I feel he leads a quiet life on his Pennsylvania farm and is not a singer looking to increase his fame status. Zayn just wants to release great music for his fans just like MC. (Saturday 28 March 2026; 20:01)

Birthday vs anniversary (113,484) by Jamie from UK Birthday all the way. Anniversary is just nonsense. (Saturday 28 March 2026; 15:50) this is a reply to message 113,482

Birthday vs anniversary (113,482) by Philipp from Switzerland I'm amazed how many people on this board wish our Mimi a "happy birthday", when she clearly doesn't have birthdays (but anniversaries). (Saturday 28 March 2026; 09:19)

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