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About Carlos Jaramillo from USA: I grew up in a home where everything was the work of the devil, in their opinion. It was almost worse than being Amish. I was Jehova's witness.. The only thing I was ever allowed to listen to was Mariah Carey, as back then, she was very "seemingly" clean and pure, covered in clothing from head to toe, we now know, instructed by her label.. She has been with me my whole life.. its weird.. its like she's my best friend but, doesnt really know it.. lol

Re: Billy from England, UK (45,404) by Carlos Jaramillo from USA Billy, my friend, I think you might actually be on to something there with your theory. I'm not exactly sure how deep the roots of your theory dig into the rugged realities of this particular era but I'm certain they are diggin. Hm. I believe Mariah is superficial enough to be willing to take some losses, at this point in her career where she has proven anything and everything anyone could possibly ever want or try to prove, over putting herself out there to be scrutinized when she is not feeling "her" 100%. I'm with her. I'm ok with that. We basically disembowel this woman on a daily basis and then want her to prance around, exploiting "herself" and demand an ear to ear smile and production worthy performance and aptitude all the time, 24/7. I'd stay home with my new found loves too. Just saying. She's got more money that she could spend in her life time. [...] Think about it guys. She's not going to subject herself to in-necessities. I get it. I'm sad about it but, I think Billy is onto something here. (Tuesday 15 July 2014; 15:41)

Abraham from USA (Spanish songs) (45,392) by Carlos Jaramillo from USA Hey, Abraham, off the top of my head, she has 3 other Spanish songs. Open Arms, Hero, My All all have Spanish versions. (Monday 14 July 2014; 16:52)

Why are there no lyrics in the CD insert, Wel (45,093) by Carlos Jaramillo from USA Think about it, if the words were in there, you would simply read over them while you hear the album, understand them and move on to your next venture. Mimi is making us "research" her lyrics and, in its transgression, we end up researching a lot more information related to her project. Reading up more on her craft and projects. Now, for instance, there is the "Mariah Network" which does detail all the lyrics of the song along with additionally contributing information. Everything is a gimmick now, weather we are keen enough to understand the undercurrent or not, it's there. (Tuesday 24 June 2014; 21:21)

No "re-sung vocal" explanation (45,086) by Carlos Jaramillo from USA Hey guys. A lot of people have been talking about how much it sucks that she no longer re-sings any of her vocals when "she" drops any remixes. Hey, I'm 35 year old so, I'm from the days when Mariah would re-sing a song 4 or 5 times and put it on "side b" of the cassette tapes. Glorious were those days (Dreamlove is an awesome remix). What's happening now is that the music industry changed the rules. As of 2005, if you change up the song too much, its melody beyond a certain point, its then considered a whole "other/new song" and won't assist in ranking in the artists desired chart numbers. That's why, pretty much the last re-sung vocal remix that we got was from MC was We Belong Together. It has nothing to do with her really, though I'm sure she takes advantage of that situation to not have to overuse her voice but, yeah that's why it's done that way now. Think of other artists also, the re-sung vocal remix era has collapsed. If it's not for the club remixes that are structured by the awesome DJ's out there, we'd get nothing but the album cuts. Mariah is not going to waste her time and voice singing something that isn't going to net a profit for her, unless it's personal and we're not gonna hear it anyway. Lol. (Tuesday 24 June 2014; 17:34)

You are sadly mistaken, nOVA from USA (44,934) by Carlos Jaramillo from USA I'm far from white. Very far. If you can't speak proper English and conjugate verbs appropriately, people look at you as less intelligent. You can be offended all you want, but that's just fact. I mean, the ibonics are funny at times. In movies, joking around with friends, etc. It's evident that you are defending this position because it's your most common experience, according to you. You speak that way. You see it okay. The great majority of the planet, however, thinks it's idiotic. Especially because people whom do speak with those horrible linguistics, can then turn around and pretend to talk "white" when they want to do it as a joke or mock a white person. The only reason it's called "talking white" is because 99.9% of white people talk proper English. You never hear a white person say, "talk white English" or, talk "like a white person". Only black or non-white people say that. It's their point of reference. You can be offended or not, it's just a fact. You are totally wrong and defending a mute point, nOVA. Now that I have an idea of how you speak, I can ashore you that you would tone it down in an interview. Why? That's a rhetorical question. It only confirms our point. I'm Latino and do not speak like a white person but, do take pride in my ability to speak congruent, intelligible, proper English for which people regard me as an intelligent individual without me having to give too much detail, speak facts or try to sell myself. (Friday 20 June 2014; 23:06)

Yay (Re: Edward from USA) (44,925) by Carlos Jaramillo from USA That actually makes me really happy, man. cool. I'm so glad you bought the album. I want people to hear him. He needs to be more popular. I'm glad I could show you something that you can appreciate, my friend. (Friday 20 June 2014; 16:34)

Grrrrr (Re: nOVA from USA) (44,924) by Carlos Jaramillo from USA Too bad your message's editing made it unintelligible. I'm actually really interested to understand your full thought. Try and type it out again and... well, "edit it" yourself so the webmaster doesn't have to remove any details. (Friday 20 June 2014; 16:29)

Great music is coming back (to: Edward from USA) (44,895) by Carlos Jaramillo from USA Yo, Edward. I'm so glad to hear you say that. I think the same exact thing. Slowly but surely, great music and "true" R&B is slowly creeping its way back into mainstream. You mentioned Sam Smith in your message. His music is really hot. Sounds so old school yet, so fresh and new. If you like him, you have to have to have to check out Daley. He is also British and, straight up, his music is better than Sam Smith. His voice is mesmerizing. He has Mariahesque inflections in his voice and his runs give me chills man. The production is pure pure R&B and its sooooooo well put together. I think everyone that likes MIAMTEC will love this album. Im usually not for male singers but, this dude took my breath away. He is nothing to look at but once you hear him, it's perfectly ok. lol Let me know your opinion if you get a chance. I'm so excited to hear these kind of beats again. (Thursday 19 June 2014; 16:20)

Vocal condition is insecurities (44,817) by Carlos Jaramillo from USA Adam from USA, [...]. Mariah has said countless times that when she was growing up and felt so different than everyone and "outside" of any normal notch or group, it was her singing ability that made her feel "special", like she "had this little secret that made her better than others". That was out of her own mouth. If you watch any interview from the days when her voice was pristine, you will note a totally different attitude in her. I remember watching this Christmas special when I was in 9th grade and thinking how sure she was of her self. Little did I know that person I was admiring wouldn't be a fraction of her former self in a decade. Just check out her demeanor, her responses, the was she stands, her level of attentiveness and her over all approach. She is a superstar. I miss Mimi. Actually no. Not Mimi. I miss Mariah Carey. (Monday 16 June 2014; 20:59)

Mara from United States (44,483) by Carlos Jaramillo from USA Thank you, Mara. It baffles me how the people whom clearly have no former musical or production education/experience so indignantly promote their ignorant interpretation of the artistry that is creating Mariah's sound. I sang professionally for a long time in my youth. I put out 3 Latin and worked with Dennis Nieves, the producer for Joe Granda, whom is most recognized for managing La India. I'm not at all trying to suggest I reached any kind of recognizable success but, in that time I had the good fortune of working in a "real", Universal and Univision recording studio. My voice was very, very powerful and, as a young, gay Mariah fan, I threw in as many Mariah inflections as possible (yet in no way comparable lol). My point is, when I was 18 and recorded music, I could record 3 songs in one day; perform live for hours and sounded just like my recording. I remember I got to perform at Calle 8 in 2001 and, they actually moved me from stage to stage singing a Marc Anthoy classic because the crowd was going crazy with me. Fast forward 17 years later, after so much weed, alcohol and just improper vocalization; the other day I was singing the ABC's to my God son, trying to add in all my usual riffs and inflections, pretending to be cute and, my best frind looks at me with this face and says, "What happened to you, man?" She crushed me. But it was the truth. Now, imagine a professional that is constantly, constantly "overusing" her vocals. I'm surprised she can even talk still. (Wednesday 4 June 2014; 16:57)

Everyone, shut the bleep up about stuff you don't know about (44,459) by Carlos Jaramillo from USA How moronic are all of you that continue to make a big deal about her singing live. If you like the album and cringe at the dubbed performances, then, just buy the album and always change the channel. That's it. Don't so openly spread your abounded ignorance relative to her abilities. And all of you that believe that "any" of that concert was sung live, please don't quit your day job and never pick up a part time or interest in video and musical editing/engineering. You will starve, 98% of you. Mariah Carey has been belting incomparable notes, even live, for 20 some odd years. She's over used her voice. When the larynx has been taxed at her level, it loses its "consistency". Regardless, every single thing that you hear on that album, Mariah was able to vocalize, "in a controlled setting"; and maybe even after 4000 takes. Sure, they clean up here, use intonation devises there but, "she" does every riff, vocal change, audible inflection, etc. She's just "no longer" able to do them, the perfect connections and takes, all at one time. She must have to keep the voice fresh, takes breaks in between held notes, paste together conjoining riffs to assimilate one long one, etc. etc. Who cares? Who? Hello, its called "art". She has nothing else to prove. She will "never" sing live the way she sings on the album. The sooner we stop being so damn delusional and, stop talking about what we are not educated on, the sooner we can go back to talking about things that matter. The music. (Tuesday 3 June 2014; 19:31)

MCfanATL (43,873) by Carlos Jaramillo from USA MCfanATL, if the webmaster allowed for illicit material, I'd describe all the things I want to do to you for posting your post. It's perfect. I too found myself criticizing her so much, though I am a fan from the VOL days as well. But you are totally right, she has been belting out incomparable tunes for us to enjoy for a quarter of a century. She needn't do anything else. We are lucky to hear "anything" new she gifts us with. I haven't heard the album yet but, am doing everything in my power to leave work early to hear it. Thank you for that insert. (Tuesday 20 May 2014; 18:35)

Amen, brother Gilles from Malta (43,615) by Carlos Jaramillo from USA As long as I have been posting here, and anyplace else I reference Mariah, Iv'e always spoken about, since the Butterfly era, how she didn't "sing" the same. It bothered me that she didn't allow herself to be directed by Tommy, which clearly (IMO) had a successful vision and formula for her. After she left, her music took on so many different attributes and expanded over so many genres and, I just wanted her to "sing" sing; to belt out tunes like she used to, and did so majestfully, for example, in Never Forget You. But you are right to the freaking penny. She gave "each" and every one of us what we want. I am old school, and you were right. I loved TAOLG so much. Despite its lack of success. I love the ballads, I loved YM(E). She gives a little bit to everyone and she loves creating all of it. I was so against this song and thought it was a horrible choice, but soon noticed that so many people really liked it. Then your post got me thinking. I, and other like me, am the idiot that barricades my tastes and senses from expanding and appreciating the individual beauty of such opposing styles. She has that ability. Hence, the fact that she is there, and I am here. Well, that and a couple other factors. Lol. Brother Gilles, you have given me an epiphany and, after 24 years of loving our queen, I can honestly say, I have re-evaluated my relationship with Mariah and I see her in a whole new light. I'm "ready" for this album, so much more, thanks to you bro Gilles. Thank you. (Wednesday 14 May 2014; 17:33)

Paul from the USA and Nina from the USA (43,537) by Carlos Jaramillo from USA I'm with you, guys. I was so excited when she mentioned that "this album would have a lot more raw ballads than most people would expect" because it just got me thinking, will this be the album I've been waiting for since Butterfly (because, even though TEOM was amazing, her "ballads" there were more, hiphop/R&B'ish vs. the full instrumentation driven ballads she conjured in the 90's). These last few songs she's put out, though not chart toppers, and people talking a lot of caca about them, I really appreciated. It brought back Mariah the "singer". Thirsty is totally Triumphant 2.0 though, it's actually a good "song". It's just not a "Mariah song", and that's what worries me. She has become a music "machine" and not in the positive sense. I miss her. (Tuesday 13 May 2014; 18:00)

jaker20 (43,166) by Carlos Jaramillo from USA Thank you. (Thursday 1 May 2014; 19:39)

SiahhBailon from USA, 100% truth (42,995) by Carlos Jaramillo from USA I'm with you 100%, girl. I appreciate this site because the webmaster is unbiased. He will post good and bad Mariah mentions, staying true to the point of this site, giving us "all" available access to MC. However, I really wish there would be a rule against negative, ignorant comments or solicitations. No one on this site knows the intricacies associated with this album, its creation or its release. Sure, she gives us all kinds of "excuses" and we want her to tell us the "truth" but, the whole situation may be way more complex and involved than a simple explication could satisfy. If you don't want to buy the album, then don't. Your loss. But don't poison people on here with your ignorant, misdirected anger. How do you say, "I bought every singe Mariah album but, she's pissed me off, I'm not getting this one." If you've been buying MC albums for 20 years and emotionally, this is where you stand with her and her most recent project, you have "a lot" more problems you should be focusing on other than "when Mariah will drop her album" and all the other ridiculous associated ultimatums that have been suggested by these "frustrated", fair weather fans. MC, whenever you decide to put out your album, I will buy it, on day one, just as I have since I was in 10th grade, when I wasn't allowed into English class because my teacher warned me not to skip lunch to go get my Music Box album, as I had solicited to everyone I knew, weeks before its release. I was so grounded that week. (Monday 28 April 2014; 20:04)

Correction Mr. Webmaster (sorry) (42,802) by Carlos Jaramillo from USA I mentioned in my last posting that the best vocals she has provided since the Butterfuly - Rainbow area was from her MC2, meaning Merry Christmas II You, not E=MC2. Sorry for not being more clear. E=MC2 vocals sound tired to me, not amazing, like the Christmas albums and the pre-rainbow era. (Tuesday 22 April 2014; 22:15)

Amazing vocals (42,793) by Carlos Jaramillo from USA Have you guys thought of the fact that she was recording some of this album while she was pregnant. Meaning, that stretch of time that she wasn't drinking. EMC2 has the best vocals since the Butterfly or Rainbow era. I'm certain that she has songs recorded during that time that are of similar vocal quality for the current album. The only problem is, the longer she takes to put out the album, the older those particular songs are and the more likely she is to remove them, especially as her song selection keeps growing, as she keeps adding songs. Not to mention the fact that she may also start selecting album songs by their vocal simplicity, considering that she may have to sing them "live". She may purposely remove songs that provide powerhouse, intricate, incomparable vocal dynamics, just to not be accused of being "studio girl" as she has been called as of late, and then judged so harshly for "live attempts". I remember when Mariah was basically an adjective. I was to "describe" maximum capacity and resilience. (Tuesday 22 April 2014; 18:39)

Webmaster from the Netherlands (42,608) by Carlos Jaramillo from USA I think that would be a fantastic idea. I think we are all so passionate in our beliefs regarding Mariah, her antics and her direction that, it almost puts us on defense mode. Remember, Mariah, at some point or another, has been able to reach us all "individually" and touch a special place in our hearts so we stand steadfastly behind our view points and convictions of Mariah, which ultimately results in impulsively disregarding other's opinions and condescending to them. (I catch myself doing it frequently on here.) The thumbs down permits the opportunity to be "negative". Versus, just having a thumbs up only allows for positive responders to demonstrate their appreciation for said post. If you don't like what that person says, you just move on and, no one has to feel hated on. Great, great idea webmaster. (Monday 14 April 2014; 16:02)

Kenny from Canada (42,570) by Carlos Jaramillo from USA Hey, Kenny. You're right dude. I'm totally getting hated on right now. Lol. It's really hard to interpret the thumbs up and down thing, sometimes. I've just found that so many people have different opinions that really, no one is "actually" wrong or right. It just is what it is. For instance, you got a whole bunch of thumbs down for your comment. Like, why? There was really nothing to like or dislike about your comment. It was just such a general statement. Even more of a question. Lol. Alas. I just keep the focus that I'm on here because of Mariah. Lol and a lot of people on here do bring some very valuable details and theories to the table. It's just par for the cause. (Thursday 10 April 2014; 20:05)

Gilbert from USA (42,569) by Carlos Jaramillo from USA Hey. I definitely have a big mouth to say what I want when I feel it but, also have the wherewithal to retreat in shame and admit when I am wrong and, "clearly", Gilbert, the ladies and gentlemen of this board did not agree with me and my assumption was undeniably inaccurate. Clearly, I was the only one that shared that opinion. Lol and for that I apologize to you, sir. (Thursday 10 April 2014; 19:53)

Gilbert from USA (42,548) by Carlos Jaramillo from USA The answer for your thumbs down is that, this is not Grinder, hon. Or adam4adam. No one else on here is trying to make passes at anyone else. That's so un-Mariah. Lol. Furthermore, your KIK screen name is off-putting, for this site. I'm sure the reaction would be different on Manhunt.com which, again, serves an obviously different purpose than this site. Hence the reactions (thumbs down). (Wednesday 9 April 2014; 20:02)

John from USA (42,547) by Carlos Jaramillo from USA I don't know how it's possible that you have gotten even "one'" thumbs down. Your comment was ridiculously on point. Exact to the letter. 100% logic was used. I wish Mimi herself could get a copy of your articulation. I miss her too, man. (Wednesday 9 April 2014; 19:43)

Helping the charts (YME) (42,354) by Carlos Jaramillo from USA Stream the song ladies and gentlemen. Lets do our part. I'll be streaming all day from the office. Loop, loop. Thanks again for the great idea Ryan. I'm going to post a link every day for people to stream the song. (Thursday 27 March 2014; 15:09)

Mus from UK (42,353) by Carlos Jaramillo from USA Dude, great, great post. You articulated so well how Mariah can stretch the word "a" into a 95 syllable word. Lol and the emotions that delivery inspired. Then, you being obsessed with "Outside" as you were. Boss man, I have a tattoo of a music sheet that starts at my left biceps and wraps all the way around my body ending on the tip of my right toe. Along the edge of it are the lyrics to that entire song. That song is my anthem. I'm not biracial but if you listen to it closely, as I'm sure you totally have, it can apply to anyone that has felt "significantly different" to the people around them. I was always the weird one out and always felt one step behind the norm and that song was a cleansing for me, each time. I enjoyed many a "puff" sessions listening to and crying over that song. Just like you said, it's like being lucky enough to have that "one" friend that "gets you". Every single word in that song applies to me. And I'm sure there are many "me's" out there. We love you MC. Thank you for your life altering gifts. (Thursday 27 March 2014; 15:03)

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