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We belong together on GMA 2013 (113,241) by Giovanni from USA That's the Mariah I miss. Confident, singing live, happy and engaging with the crowd. She went off singing that song and I think that might be her best performance of the song. Oh and the hair and dress was on point. I'll never get over the disaster that was of that era. (Thursday 12 February 2026; 08:44)

Nodules (113,240) by Giovanni from USA I agree her voice was perfect and sounded so angelic that year. It seems like everything went down hill after her shoulder injury and after the divorce. One of Marian's problems is that she is surrounded by yes people and more and likely they don't care about her voice or legacy. (Thursday 12 February 2026; 07:43) this is a reply to message 113,235

Nodules (113,235) by Rashidi Rahim Rick from Malaysia If she stops drinking or smoking whatever purple taking her higher, she will gain back her voice. Remember when she was pregnant in 2010 and she performed One Child in Washington? Her tone of her voice for the first verse specifically the part "blessed baby boy" that was pure Music Box tone but the mature version. (Wednesday 11 February 2026; 14:51)

Mariah's voice (113,239) by Giovanni from USA I'm glad we're finally discussing the current state of Mariah's voice. There are many fans who are delusional and who are in denial. I really think Mariah doesn't care and has just accepted how she sounds and like Edward said it's sad. I really do like HFIA but it would be so much better and enjoyable if Mariah had her MOAIA or Caution voice. I appreciate her giving us another album but I believe there is something that happened or something that's going on and why her voice sounds the way it does. I read that medications can cause dryness and inflammation and that's what we hear. I feel so bad as I'm typing this because I feel as though I'm trashing her but I'm not. I just want her to sound good again and I refuse to believe that's not possible. (Thursday 12 February 2026; 07:37)

The prime music era (113,238) by Lainsky from Philippines I couldn't agree more. Today's music and songs often feel forgettable and lack the staying power of music from the 70s, 80s, and 90s. This also applies to the artists themselves. For example, music from the 2010s onward is rarely heard on the radio (yes, I still listen to it) or on social media platforms and apps. Although Whitney Houston, Aretha Franklin, and their contemporaries are long gone, their music continues to live on and be played. Thank God we still have Mariah Carey and Celine Dion. (Thursday 12 February 2026; 02:21) this is a reply to message 113,230

The prime music era (113,230) by Tijl from Belgium I just arrived at home and put on the old YouTube. The algoritme decided to kick off with "When You Believe". Bloody hell. What happened to music and true artistry? That song and video, uniting two of the greatest singers ever was in 1998 and yet still delivers. We might never experience this again in our lifetime and life goes on but boy, those were the days. (Tuesday 10 February 2026; 20:27)

Nodules (113,237) by Xavier mariohmix from Spain Same here. I agree with everything you said. I thought that it's been pointless to maintain this since she started to lipsynch the whole concerts for The Celebration of Mimi Vegas residency, or even the Christmas ones right before. (Thursday 12 February 2026; 02:15) this is a reply to message 113,236

Nodules (113,236) by Edward from USA Smoking is a nasty habit. It's hard to quit, but it's not impossible. Dionne Warwick is 85 year smokes, I mean, old, and she still smokes. As for Mariah and her voice, it's not even 20% of what it used to be, it's sad. HFIA is definitely a strong body of work lyrically, but I keep waiting for that punch, that big vocal or emotional moment in at least a few of the songs, but it just never really comes. While I do love the album, for Mariah standards, to me, it stays flat from beginning to end. I think a lot of us still hold onto that tiny bit of hope hope that somehow her voice will turn around, but I doubt it now. At this point, I don't even know why she keeps performing, or maybe I should say lipping, because that's mostly what it is now. I can understand miming a song or two, or saving your voice for certain climactic moments, but just standing there, looking pretty and going through the motions? That doesn't do it for me. (Wednesday 11 February 2026; 19:04)

Nodules (113,236) by Edward from USA Smoking is a nasty habit. It's hard to quit, but it's not impossible. Dionne Warwick is 85 year smokes, I mean, old, and she still smokes. As for Mariah and her voice, it's not even 20% of what it used to be, it's sad. HFIA is definitely a strong body of work lyrically, but I keep waiting for that punch, that big vocal or emotional moment in at least a few of the songs, but it just never really comes. While I do love the album, for Mariah standards, to me, it stays flat from beginning to end. I think a lot of us still hold onto that tiny bit of hope hope that somehow her voice will turn around, but I doubt it now. At this point, I don't even know why she keeps performing, or maybe I should say lipping, because that's mostly what it is now. I can understand miming a song or two, or saving your voice for certain climactic moments, but just standing there, looking pretty and going through the motions? That doesn't do it for me. (Wednesday 11 February 2026; 19:04) this is a reply to message 113,234

Nodules (113,234) by Terna from Nigeria With Whitney Houston, she also was a heavy smoker for years, that's what really did her voice in, also Dionne Warwick too smoked and Aretha Franklin and they both suffered extensively as singers from those wayward years. Aretha was able to kick the habit and came back strong with "A Rose is Still a Rose" but I don't think Dionne was able to. With Mariah Carey, it's a myriad of factors the biggest being the nodules - she already has a medical condition with the nodules, then couple that with the bad habits, vices and non discipline and you have this that we have today. It's quite unfortunate, her voice is totally shot and that's even putting it nicely. Nothing about it sounds pleasant nor fluid anymore. The new album while a solid body of work, unfortunately is marred by the vocal performances or lack thereof - hardly listenable. I only play two songs "Mi" and "Confetti and Bubbly". (Wednesday 11 February 2026; 12:13)

Nodules (113,235) by Rashidi Rahim Rick from Malaysia If she stops drinking or smoking whatever purple taking her higher, she will gain back her voice. Remember when she was pregnant in 2010 and she performed One Child in Washington? Her tone of her voice for the first verse specifically the part "blessed baby boy" that was pure Music Box tone but the mature version. (Wednesday 11 February 2026; 14:51) this is a reply to message 113,234

Nodules (113,234) by Terna from Nigeria With Whitney Houston, she also was a heavy smoker for years, that's what really did her voice in, also Dionne Warwick too smoked and Aretha Franklin and they both suffered extensively as singers from those wayward years. Aretha was able to kick the habit and came back strong with "A Rose is Still a Rose" but I don't think Dionne was able to. With Mariah Carey, it's a myriad of factors the biggest being the nodules - she already has a medical condition with the nodules, then couple that with the bad habits, vices and non discipline and you have this that we have today. It's quite unfortunate, her voice is totally shot and that's even putting it nicely. Nothing about it sounds pleasant nor fluid anymore. The new album while a solid body of work, unfortunately is marred by the vocal performances or lack thereof - hardly listenable. I only play two songs "Mi" and "Confetti and Bubbly". (Wednesday 11 February 2026; 12:13)

Nodules (113,234) by Terna from Nigeria With Whitney Houston, she also was a heavy smoker for years, that's what really did her voice in, also Dionne Warwick too smoked and Aretha Franklin and they both suffered extensively as singers from those wayward years. Aretha was able to kick the habit and came back strong with "A Rose is Still a Rose" but I don't think Dionne was able to. With Mariah Carey, it's a myriad of factors the biggest being the nodules - she already has a medical condition with the nodules, then couple that with the bad habits, vices and non discipline and you have this that we have today. It's quite unfortunate, her voice is totally shot and that's even putting it nicely. Nothing about it sounds pleasant nor fluid anymore. The new album while a solid body of work, unfortunately is marred by the vocal performances or lack thereof - hardly listenable. I only play two songs "Mi" and "Confetti and Bubbly". (Wednesday 11 February 2026; 12:13) this is a reply to message 113,229

Nodules (113,229) by TJ from Norway Sometimes I think that it could be drugs. WH did drugs and got this metallic voice, Dionne Warwick the same. Mariah got the metallic voice, but we don't know why. I doubt that it's the champagne. I know a lot of professional singers that drink, but got their voices intact. (Tuesday 10 February 2026; 17:54)

The prime music era (113,233) by MusicfanJ from Germany "What happened to music and true artistry?" I ask myself the same almost every day. Yes, those were the days. I'm very lucky to have witnessed the golden era of music and movies. And I will never forget how good it was. "When you believe" is outstanding and will always sound good. (Wednesday 11 February 2026; 10:41) this is a reply to message 113,230

The prime music era (113,230) by Tijl from Belgium I just arrived at home and put on the old YouTube. The algoritme decided to kick off with "When You Believe". Bloody hell. What happened to music and true artistry? That song and video, uniting two of the greatest singers ever was in 1998 and yet still delivers. We might never experience this again in our lifetime and life goes on but boy, those were the days. (Tuesday 10 February 2026; 20:27)

Nodules (113,232) by MusicfanJ from Germany I hope not. Could it be because of the meds and private sorrow? I also don't think it's because of champagne. Just here and there a glass won't destroy everything (of course it's not good for a singer). Unless you drink every day and with high-proof alcohol, that would be very bad for the voice and health. Whitney Houston is really a sad example with many others, how a beautiful, extremely talented human has "everything" and throws it away because of drugs. I just want to see Mariah happy and healthy again. But I fear, she's too lonely. And no diamond is a good friend in real life. All the luxury is nothing compared to have real friends, family or a true partner. I wish Mariah to find that finally. But with so much fame, it must be very hard. Even for a "normal" one it's not easy. (Wednesday 11 February 2026; 10:36) this is a reply to message 113,229

Nodules (113,229) by TJ from Norway Sometimes I think that it could be drugs. WH did drugs and got this metallic voice, Dionne Warwick the same. Mariah got the metallic voice, but we don't know why. I doubt that it's the champagne. I know a lot of professional singers that drink, but got their voices intact. (Tuesday 10 February 2026; 17:54)

The prime music era (113,231) by Bobby A from United States So true. Music these days is really bad. I don't listen to pop radio anymore because that reason. I am sure Arif Madrin, Jerry Wexler, and Tom "T-Bone" Wolk would be so unhappy with today's music if they were alive. (Wednesday 11 February 2026; 00:41) this is a reply to message 113,230

The prime music era (113,230) by Tijl from Belgium I just arrived at home and put on the old YouTube. The algoritme decided to kick off with "When You Believe". Bloody hell. What happened to music and true artistry? That song and video, uniting two of the greatest singers ever was in 1998 and yet still delivers. We might never experience this again in our lifetime and life goes on but boy, those were the days. (Tuesday 10 February 2026; 20:27)

The prime music era (113,230) by Tijl from Belgium I just arrived at home and put on the old YouTube. The algoritme decided to kick off with "When You Believe". Bloody hell. What happened to music and true artistry? That song and video, uniting two of the greatest singers ever was in 1998 and yet still delivers. We might never experience this again in our lifetime and life goes on but boy, those were the days. (Tuesday 10 February 2026; 20:27)

Nodules (113,229) by TJ from Norway Sometimes I think that it could be drugs. WH did drugs and got this metallic voice, Dionne Warwick the same. Mariah got the metallic voice, but we don't know why. I doubt that it's the champagne. I know a lot of professional singers that drink, but got their voices intact. (Tuesday 10 February 2026; 17:54) this is a reply to message 113,228

Nodules (113,228) by Giovanni from USA I doubt Mariah had her nodules removed. The success rate for nodules removal especially today is high. If anything she would sound better. Her problem is she doesn't take care of her voice like she used to like in her younger days. A lot of fans say she has vocal damage but I disagree it's definitely the champagne. Vocal damage can be fixed. One of the things I love about the Caution album is that her voice sounds very good especially in. Even during the pandemic she showed she was in a good place vocally. I don't wanna judge Mariah but I definitely think she turned to drinking to cope with something. A lot of people in the industry turn to drugs or drinking to cope with the stress life of being an artist or because of loneliness/depression. I sometimes think would she be in a better place emotionally had she and Nick still been together. Even with Bryan she looked very happy and alive which makes me believe she might feel lonely at times. I truly believe her kids help a lot and give her a reason to live. I hope whatever she's going through especially health wise is helped by God. (Tuesday 10 February 2026; 07:13)

Nodules (113,228) by Giovanni from USA I doubt Mariah had her nodules removed. The success rate for nodules removal especially today is high. If anything she would sound better. Her problem is she doesn't take care of her voice like she used to like in her younger days. A lot of fans say she has vocal damage but I disagree it's definitely the champagne. Vocal damage can be fixed. One of the things I love about the Caution album is that her voice sounds very good especially in. Even during the pandemic she showed she was in a good place vocally. I don't wanna judge Mariah but I definitely think she turned to drinking to cope with something. A lot of people in the industry turn to drugs or drinking to cope with the stress life of being an artist or because of loneliness/depression. I sometimes think would she be in a better place emotionally had she and Nick still been together. Even with Bryan she looked very happy and alive which makes me believe she might feel lonely at times. I truly believe her kids help a lot and give her a reason to live. I hope whatever she's going through especially health wise is helped by God. (Tuesday 10 February 2026; 07:13)

John from USA (113,227) by Giovanni from USA There's a picture of Mariah with designer Fausto Puglisi he posted on his Insta and her hair there style looks different than when she hit the stage for her performance at the Olympics but that is how I like her hair styled. In fact I would love if she got a shoulder length cut and went brunette again. I like you am over the long hair it's so TEOM. (Tuesday 10 February 2026; 06:50)

More youthful hairstyle please (113,226) by John from USA At the point, I don't even see Marilyn Monroe in her current "looks". It's giving Aretha Franklin cosplayer. (Monday 9 February 2026; 20:39) this is a reply to message 113,221

More youthful hairstyle please (113,221) by MusicfanJ from Germany Yes, since the last two years I often have to think of Marilyn Monroe and Mariah. We all know Mariah adores Marilyn. MM was a diva, sex symbol, most famous woman on earth (besides with the queen, same age haha), plus she had the hardest childhood and was such a beautiful, unhappy woman. I don't want to see Mariah so unhappy in the future. Mariah was always a diva, but it has become a bit too much. I mean the image. It has become hard to see/recognize Mariah the person, the singer behind that big image. I guess it's a shield. But I often miss the natural, carefree Mariah. And it's true, elegance ages everyone. If you want to look younger or youthful, take casual clothes. Everyone looks older with extravaganza and jewelry. It's normal. Non-fans always say the word diva when it comes to Mariah. Personally, I don't like that this is the first thought they have about her. She is so much more and it makes me sad, that it seems only fans/lambs know and remember it. (Monday 9 February 2026; 14:23)

Olympic performance (113,225) by Jamie from UK I sometimes think she already had the nodules removed hence the state of her voice post Caution. Might explain why she's so vacant, could it be possible she had the surgery and made her voice weaker than it had already become, and now she's riddled with guilt and loss from choosing to do it. Plus along with her other issues has now manifested into the Mariah we now see before us, vacant lost and a shadow of her former self. I miss my Mariah. (Monday 9 February 2026; 19:54) this is a reply to message 113,209

Olympic performance (113,209) by Bobby A from United States MC was more confident on stage many years ago. You could tell she was when her right hand moved along with the notes. MC doesn't use her hand anymore. Maybe it is time let her whistle range go and have her vocal nodules removed. (Sunday 8 February 2026; 13:34)

More youthful hairstyle please (113,224) by Edward from USA Mariah went from hiding behind her diva persona to completely losing herself in it. It's so unrelatable and dated. It must be exhausting having to be caked up and overproduced all the time. She should just go back to basics. She sings "Nothing Is Impossible", a deep, beautiful ballad about resilience, yet she's always acting like her shit don't stink. After 2010, she cranked her diva up to the max, and she's never been the same ever since. Sometimes I wonder who this woman is. As for the Winter Olympics performance, everybody lipped that night, from Andrea Bocelli to Laura Pausini, so Mariah gets a pass from me this time. I think she just should start licensing her own holograms for situations like this, since she's just stands there doing nothing but looking pretty. (Monday 9 February 2026; 18:55) this is a reply to message 113,221

More youthful hairstyle please (113,221) by MusicfanJ from Germany Yes, since the last two years I often have to think of Marilyn Monroe and Mariah. We all know Mariah adores Marilyn. MM was a diva, sex symbol, most famous woman on earth (besides with the queen, same age haha), plus she had the hardest childhood and was such a beautiful, unhappy woman. I don't want to see Mariah so unhappy in the future. Mariah was always a diva, but it has become a bit too much. I mean the image. It has become hard to see/recognize Mariah the person, the singer behind that big image. I guess it's a shield. But I often miss the natural, carefree Mariah. And it's true, elegance ages everyone. If you want to look younger or youthful, take casual clothes. Everyone looks older with extravaganza and jewelry. It's normal. Non-fans always say the word diva when it comes to Mariah. Personally, I don't like that this is the first thought they have about her. She is so much more and it makes me sad, that it seems only fans/lambs know and remember it. (Monday 9 February 2026; 14:23)

Olympic performance (113,223) by Lee from USA Better a yes queen than a hypocrite. There's no logic about complaining about an artist that you claim to be a fan of. (Monday 9 February 2026; 18:35) this is a reply to message 113,207

Olympic performance (113,207) by Bill from the UK Lol, nonsensical Yas Queen logic at play. You can either sing or you can't. The language you're singing in doesn't change your tone, agility, range, or how dynamic a singer you are. Plenty of singers can sing capably across different languages. And Mariah managed it in the past with her Spanish takes of Hero, My All and Open Arms. And on top of all that, it was lipped anyway. It was just a bad performance. One to add to the ever increasing list. Until she gets the help she so desperately needs, or explains what debilitating disease she is suffering from, this is all we will get from now on. (Sunday 8 February 2026; 12:09)

More youthful hairstyle please (113,222) by Bill from the UK Always Emotions era Mariah. Perfect, natural beauty but with an unassuming confidence behind. (Monday 9 February 2026; 18:00) this is a reply to message 113,219

More youthful hairstyle please (113,219) by Lee from UK I have a feeling that Mariah has purposefully been trying to look like a caricature of a "diva" for a while. This doll-like image seems to have taken over. I think this is how she wants to be remembered in the future. We all have that one image that comes to mind of famous figures like Marilyn Monroe. I think Mariah has been trying to curate a mind picture that we associate with her when people say "Mariah Carey". To be honest, it is clever as the only image I have of Whitney is her being a sweaty mess on stage. I have always thought that the flat hair on top really does Mariah no favours especially when paired with the extra long extensions; it really does age her. I would be interested to know what picture comes to your mind's eye when people say "Mariah Carey" and I wonder how different it would be to the casual listener's mental image. (Monday 9 February 2026; 12:44)

More youthful hairstyle please (113,221) by MusicfanJ from Germany Yes, since the last two years I often have to think of Marilyn Monroe and Mariah. We all know Mariah adores Marilyn. MM was a diva, sex symbol, most famous woman on earth (besides with the queen, same age haha), plus she had the hardest childhood and was such a beautiful, unhappy woman. I don't want to see Mariah so unhappy in the future. Mariah was always a diva, but it has become a bit too much. I mean the image. It has become hard to see/recognize Mariah the person, the singer behind that big image. I guess it's a shield. But I often miss the natural, carefree Mariah. And it's true, elegance ages everyone. If you want to look younger or youthful, take casual clothes. Everyone looks older with extravaganza and jewelry. It's normal. Non-fans always say the word diva when it comes to Mariah. Personally, I don't like that this is the first thought they have about her. She is so much more and it makes me sad, that it seems only fans/lambs know and remember it. (Monday 9 February 2026; 14:23) this is a reply to message 113,219

More youthful hairstyle please (113,219) by Lee from UK I have a feeling that Mariah has purposefully been trying to look like a caricature of a "diva" for a while. This doll-like image seems to have taken over. I think this is how she wants to be remembered in the future. We all have that one image that comes to mind of famous figures like Marilyn Monroe. I think Mariah has been trying to curate a mind picture that we associate with her when people say "Mariah Carey". To be honest, it is clever as the only image I have of Whitney is her being a sweaty mess on stage. I have always thought that the flat hair on top really does Mariah no favours especially when paired with the extra long extensions; it really does age her. I would be interested to know what picture comes to your mind's eye when people say "Mariah Carey" and I wonder how different it would be to the casual listener's mental image. (Monday 9 February 2026; 12:44)

Grammy, songwriting, Adam Lambert, etc (113,220) by MusicfanJ from Germany Oh yes. I love my 90ies playlist and cd's too. For every mood a perfect song or album. It also works like a time-machine with all the good memories. Proud "90ies kid" for life. (Monday 9 February 2026; 14:01) this is a reply to message 113,218

Grammy, songwriting, Adam Lambert, etc (113,218) by Lainsky from Philippines Yep, the '90s music really is the best. They are consistent in my playlist along with Mariah's. (Monday 9 February 2026; 11:45)

More youthful hairstyle please (113,219) by Lee from UK I have a feeling that Mariah has purposefully been trying to look like a caricature of a "diva" for a while. This doll-like image seems to have taken over. I think this is how she wants to be remembered in the future. We all have that one image that comes to mind of famous figures like Marilyn Monroe. I think Mariah has been trying to curate a mind picture that we associate with her when people say "Mariah Carey". To be honest, it is clever as the only image I have of Whitney is her being a sweaty mess on stage. I have always thought that the flat hair on top really does Mariah no favours especially when paired with the extra long extensions; it really does age her. I would be interested to know what picture comes to your mind's eye when people say "Mariah Carey" and I wonder how different it would be to the casual listener's mental image. (Monday 9 February 2026; 12:44) this is a reply to message 113,188

More youthful hairstyle please (113,188) by John from USA If she insists on being a statue, at least get a style update. The Cowardly Lion Mane has to go. It totally ages and dates her, makes her even less accessible. Bring back the honey gold blonde hair with more volume up top and maybe even side-swept bangs. (Saturday 7 February 2026; 23:52)

Grammy, songwriting, Adam Lambert, etc (113,218) by Lainsky from Philippines Yep, the '90s music really is the best. They are consistent in my playlist along with Mariah's. (Monday 9 February 2026; 11:45) this is a reply to message 113,194

Grammy, songwriting, Adam Lambert, etc (113,194) by Stacey from USA We were truly spoiled during the 90s. (Sunday 8 February 2026; 03:49)

What Mariah have ya'll been watching? (113,217) by Bobby A from United States Mariah Carey existed somewhere between Love Takes Time and I'm That Chick. Diva Mariah was created afterwards and she can't let go of the shtick. It is sad, but MC uses it to compensate for the loss of her instrument. I don't think any Lamb would be mad at MC for taking a break from the stage for 5-10 years and find Mariah Carey again. Lord knows she needs to find Mariah Carey again. (Monday 9 February 2026; 07:09) this is a reply to message 113,211

What Mariah have ya'll been watching? (113,211) by Randy from USA What she did at the Olympics is what she's done for ten years. Look flawless so people comment on that and not her singing or stage presence. The show is the diva not the musician. I expected what she gave. What's the point of criticism anymore? When you book Mariah, you book glamour and zombiesm singing to a tape. And how dramatic is it to say she ruined the ceremony. She didn't thrown axes into the audience. There were other performers there. I took some time off of social media and I come back to this. People really need to get a life because this is par for the course and not the most important national/world event currently. (Sunday 8 February 2026; 16:52)

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