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Mariah at Tiffany & Co. (113,664) by Bobby A from United States MC probably should have taken a longer break between Memoirs and MIAM. It would have preserved her voice and set her up to sound vocally in top form on Caution and possibly better on HFIA. Also, I feel her career from 1990-1999 was too fast paced for a young female artist. (Saturday 18 April 2026; 23:59) this is a reply to message 113,657

Mariah at Tiffany & Co. (113,657) by Lainsky from Philippines I agree, lambs. While she looks fashionably good, it's kinda painful to watch. She looks like there's no emancipation of Mimi. Is she scared to take a break? It is something she should have done a long time ago. (Saturday 18 April 2026; 15:58)

New Vanity Fair interview (113,663) by Bobby A from United States At least we have Glitter to look foward to in September. I wonder why she wants Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis involved in the project. Maybe the two legends will help MC produce the acapella mixes, leftover tracks, remix versions, and make Lillie's Blues longer. (Saturday 18 April 2026; 23:50) this is a reply to message 113,647

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 real reason Mariah gets no respect (113,662) by MusicfanJ from Germany I agree with a lot of your thoughts. Especially with the Rock N Roll crowd. I think their problem is a combination of pure envy and a missunderstanding of who she is. They only see the diva, not the artist. But I don't think that Mariah doesn't care for the award. Yes, she has won everything. But she's also ready for this one. She'll get it. And if not, it's unfair. Mariah's genre is RnB and Pop, but alone for the version of "Bringin' on the heartbreak" on stage she should get that award. Funny side note: I know some heavy metal fans who love Mariah's songs. The real power ballads. (Saturday 18 April 2026; 20:58) this is a reply to message 113,650

The real reason Mariah gets no respect (113,650) by Lambi from USA Beautifully put. The Barbie doll argument falls apart easily when you counterpoint it with the fact that Dolly Parton famously played around with the bimbo stereotype: "I'm not offended by all the dumb blonde jokes because I know I'm not dumb and I also know that I'm not blonde." Being a dumb blonde was quite literally her brand, and yet she got inducted. But it is fundamentally true that it boils down to politics. The Rock N Roll crowd has never embraced Mariah Carey. In fact, they love to rag on her. It almost feels personal. It's sort of like when Mariah did demos for these rock hippie metal types growing up. She asked if they were open to her writing songs, and they were like, "Nah." Mariah knew her songs were stronger, and they probably knew it too. So is it the same post-making it as well? Is it because she is simply too talented? Is it because she is too girly? Did she really ruin classics like Open Arms and Without You that bad? Or is it something closer to envy: that she possesses exceptional talent, was backed by the biggest record label, and through her marriage to its CEO, secured automatic colossal success? Or is it that the albums those songs appeared on were so extraordinarily successful that it creates a perception, among rock elite purists, that she took credit away from the original writers? Whatever it is, I do not think it means much to Mariah. She is a pop and R&B girlie. Plus she was already inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame and already won just about every award possible in the industry. She is probably relieved she does not have to dress up for yet another yawn fest. (Saturday 18 April 2026; 11:24)

New Vanity Fair interview (113,661) by MusicfanJ from Germany Connecticut sounds wonderful. The indian summer must be so beautiful there. With the new puppies, how sweet. Animals give so much joy. I'm more a cat type lol but I also love dogs. I'm very excited for the Glitter specials. Finally some good news. (Saturday 18 April 2026; 20:33) this is a reply to message 113,647

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)

Mariah at Tiffany & Co. (113,660) by MusicfanJ from Germany "Being heavily medicated is probably only the way she can stand on the stage and attempt to sing." If this is true, it's not a good thing. I understand that health issues are private, but I really hope she's not forced to do this for whatever reasons. There are so many great legends who didn't take care of their health. "Yes people" won't help too. I wish Mariah would have some free time soon to relax and get new energy. But most of all takes care of herself again. It must be very hard for her (for many reasons), but it's not impossible. I fear she's too lonely. I hope I'm wrong. She so deserves true happiness, inner peace and a save place where she can be the human not the superstar. (Saturday 18 April 2026; 20:23) this is a reply to message 113,646

Mariah at Tiffany & Co. (113,646) by Bobby A from United States MC looks so sad performing. It breaks my heart to see her this way. She is sad because she can't access her instrument anymore. Being heavily medicated is probably only the way she can stand on the stage and attempt to sing. (Saturday 18 April 2026; 04:47)

Madonna's latest little effort (113,659) by Tijl from Belgium Madonna launched her new single and it is okay. Nothing new there. Confessions II indeed. Same formula as the mother album but it works. But foremost, the launch is a happening worldwide. She surely has a great marketing team behind her, the kind Mimi lacks. As well, I do agree with the reactions on the Tiffany&Co "performance". Things are not okay with our girl. She seems almost catatonic, hardly there. I get the same vibe as during the Stella era. Is she well taken care off? Is she surrounded by the appropriate people? I doubt it. Madonna is older than Mariah and considered a legacy artist but at least she still seems to care. Mariah is just (barely) there. It makes me sad to see her fade out. (Saturday 18 April 2026; 19:43)

Mariah at Tiffany & Co. (113,658) by Dave from USA Sometimes, I feel she should have stopped after TEOM. Quit while you're up. She was on such a high then and her public image really came back strong. I felt it started turning again when she married NC. I said it then on this board and still feel that way now. Aside from the children, that move was a mistake. I really thought Caution would be big and certainly HFIA. Nothing from either one. She seems to fall more and more every album. She can't help her mental health issues, but if it's to the point where that cannot be managed without being comatose in public, that's when she really needs to step back for her own health and safety. I just feel her voice is completely gone and no bit of conditioning can help her now. I really hope I'm wrong, but it isn't worth her embarrassing herself or damaging her legacy over these sad performances and concerning appearances. (Saturday 18 April 2026; 18:05) this is a reply to message 113,657

Mariah at Tiffany & Co. (113,657) by Lainsky from Philippines I agree, lambs. While she looks fashionably good, it's kinda painful to watch. She looks like there's no emancipation of Mimi. Is she scared to take a break? It is something she should have done a long time ago. (Saturday 18 April 2026; 15:58)

Mariah at Tiffany & Co. (113,657) by Lainsky from Philippines I agree, lambs. While she looks fashionably good, it's kinda painful to watch. She looks like there's no emancipation of Mimi. Is she scared to take a break? It is something she should have done a long time ago. (Saturday 18 April 2026; 15:58) this is a reply to message 113,645

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)

The Tiffany performances (113,656) by Edward from USA Sadly, she's built this bubble of people who seem more worried about their paychecks than being real with her. Nobody around her has the guts to pull a Cindi Berger on her. Ever since they parted ways, Mariah Carey's image hasn't exactly been at its best. Stella and the "Reign of Terror" came right after that. (Saturday 18 April 2026; 15:27) this is a reply to message 113,653

The Tiffany performances (113,653) by Bobby A from United States MC is not going tell us what she is sufferring from until it is about to be leaked to the media. The Tiffany & Co. performance made me think about how she was at Roosevelt Field mall talking to the media negatively about radio host Howard Stern during the Glitter soundtrack album promotion. MC needs Cindi Berger back to take the microphone from her. (Saturday 18 April 2026; 13:33)

Be nice or leave (113,655) by Edward from USA My dear, a "fairweather friend" doesn't stick around for 30 years through every high and low, nice try. I'm a fan, not part of the echo chamber you're part of. But sure, keep the "yass queen" routine going, history's shown how helpful that's been. (Saturday 18 April 2026; 15:08) this is a reply to message 113,649

Be nice or leave (113,649) by Steven Berning from USA Fairweather friend. (Saturday 18 April 2026; 08:29)

The Tiffany performances (113,654) by Zachariah from Croatia I watched a few clips and total respect her for singing live. Did it sound perfect? No. But the fact she went to sing live shows that she is comfortable with her voice. It was something else bothering her - or medication or just constantly watching the lyrics that she couldn´t focus on singing. Up beat songs she delivered much better. (Saturday 18 April 2026; 15:02)

The Tiffany performances (113,653) by Bobby A from United States MC is not going tell us what she is sufferring from until it is about to be leaked to the media. The Tiffany & Co. performance made me think about how she was at Roosevelt Field mall talking to the media negatively about radio host Howard Stern during the Glitter soundtrack album promotion. MC needs Cindi Berger back to take the microphone from her. (Saturday 18 April 2026; 13:33) this is a reply to message 113,651

The Tiffany performances (113,651) by Bill from the UK Probably better if she lip syncs from now on. Wow. Never thought I'd see myself type that, but here we are. It was a dreadful performance. I continue to pray that she deals with whatever this debilitating disease is. And Mariah, please please tell us. (Saturday 18 April 2026; 11:43)

The real reason Mariah gets no respect (113,652) by Lambi from USA Sort of confirmed my initial thoughts. Thank you Lighty for sharing the Vanity Fair article, Mariah's sentiment verbatim: "I hate answering that question, because the truth is I don't care and that's my answer. But also it would be nice to get into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, because it's a legendary thing. So, you know, that could be cool." She's genuinely indifferent and completely unbothered. If in, cool. If not, also cool. It's truly not that deep to her. (Saturday 18 April 2026; 12:50) this is a reply to message 113,650

The real reason Mariah gets no respect (113,650) by Lambi from USA Beautifully put. The Barbie doll argument falls apart easily when you counterpoint it with the fact that Dolly Parton famously played around with the bimbo stereotype: "I'm not offended by all the dumb blonde jokes because I know I'm not dumb and I also know that I'm not blonde." Being a dumb blonde was quite literally her brand, and yet she got inducted. But it is fundamentally true that it boils down to politics. The Rock N Roll crowd has never embraced Mariah Carey. In fact, they love to rag on her. It almost feels personal. It's sort of like when Mariah did demos for these rock hippie metal types growing up. She asked if they were open to her writing songs, and they were like, "Nah." Mariah knew her songs were stronger, and they probably knew it too. So is it the same post-making it as well? Is it because she is simply too talented? Is it because she is too girly? Did she really ruin classics like Open Arms and Without You that bad? Or is it something closer to envy: that she possesses exceptional talent, was backed by the biggest record label, and through her marriage to its CEO, secured automatic colossal success? Or is it that the albums those songs appeared on were so extraordinarily successful that it creates a perception, among rock elite purists, that she took credit away from the original writers? Whatever it is, I do not think it means much to Mariah. She is a pop and R&B girlie. Plus she was already inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame and already won just about every award possible in the industry. She is probably relieved she does not have to dress up for yet another yawn fest. (Saturday 18 April 2026; 11:24)

The Tiffany performances (113,651) by Bill from the UK Probably better if she lip syncs from now on. Wow. Never thought I'd see myself type that, but here we are. It was a dreadful performance. I continue to pray that she deals with whatever this debilitating disease is. And Mariah, please please tell us. (Saturday 18 April 2026; 11:43) this is a reply to message 113,642

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)

The real reason Mariah gets no respect (113,650) by Lambi from USA Beautifully put. The Barbie doll argument falls apart easily when you counterpoint it with the fact that Dolly Parton famously played around with the bimbo stereotype: "I'm not offended by all the dumb blonde jokes because I know I'm not dumb and I also know that I'm not blonde." Being a dumb blonde was quite literally her brand, and yet she got inducted. But it is fundamentally true that it boils down to politics. The Rock N Roll crowd has never embraced Mariah Carey. In fact, they love to rag on her. It almost feels personal. It's sort of like when Mariah did demos for these rock hippie metal types growing up. She asked if they were open to her writing songs, and they were like, "Nah." Mariah knew her songs were stronger, and they probably knew it too. So is it the same post-making it as well? Is it because she is simply too talented? Is it because she is too girly? Did she really ruin classics like Open Arms and Without You that bad? Or is it something closer to envy: that she possesses exceptional talent, was backed by the biggest record label, and through her marriage to its CEO, secured automatic colossal success? Or is it that the albums those songs appeared on were so extraordinarily successful that it creates a perception, among rock elite purists, that she took credit away from the original writers? Whatever it is, I do not think it means much to Mariah. She is a pop and R&B girlie. Plus she was already inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame and already won just about every award possible in the industry. She is probably relieved she does not have to dress up for yet another yawn fest. (Saturday 18 April 2026; 11:24) this is a reply to message 113,641

The real reason Mariah gets no respect (113,641) by TheButterflyReturns from United States I don't agree with putting Mariah in the same category as Joan Crawford. Crawford was abusive and cruel to family members and hangers on. Mariah's "diva antics" are not abusive/cruel; they are obnoxious at times but are usually framed in a campy, self aware manner. As far as expecting humility, the entertainment industry is not a place where humility are cultivated or encouraged as a character trait. Just look at some of other nominees. The band Oasis, for example, and its members cannot be described as "humble". They are poster children for excesses of rock and roll, and I am sure that other inducted acts behaved in ways that make Mariah look like a school girl. Mick Jagger has eight children with five different women and used copious amounts of alcohol and drugs during his prime, but he's still in the Hall of Fame and no one's commenting on his behavior. I personally don't care about Mariah getting into the Hall of Fame, as I think it really should be limited to "rock" acts if it's going to be called the Rock And Roll Hall of Fame. But claiming that Mariah's "diva" behavior somehow disqualifies her is absurd. There are people in the Rock And Roll Hall of Fame who have done far worse. Phil Spector was inducted in 1989, and he was subsequently found guilty of second degree murder. (Friday 17 April 2026; 16:02)

Be nice or leave (113,649) by Steven Berning from USA Fairweather friend. (Saturday 18 April 2026; 08:29) this is a reply to message 113,640

Be nice or leave (113,640) by Edward from USA Easy, Mary, you completely missed the point. It's not about her staying the same or not evolving. The issue is that she stopped being relatable, which is a completely different thing. And Mariah wasn't some puppet back then. The words that came out of her mouth were hers, the eloquence, the intelligence, that was all her. Tommy was just part of the equation. He didn't write or produce those songs for her; she did. Randy is right: her diva persona ended up eclipsing her genius. Where's the relatability now? Her performing "Make It Happen" up through TEOM felt authentic. If she tried to deliver that same message today, people would probably roll their eyes. There's a clear disconnect between her music and her persona, and that's what makes her feel unrelatable. You can even see it in how public perception has shifted, before 2005, being her fan was something people proudly wore on their sleeve. Now, most fans feel like they have to keep it to themselves, myself included. If I had a dime for every time people rolled their eyes when I said I was a fan, I'd be rich. (Friday 17 April 2026; 15:52)

Tiffany's (113,648) by Steven Berning from USA I thought Mariah looked regale and sounded delightful. (Saturday 18 April 2026; 08:24)

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)

Mariah at Tiffany & Co. (113,646) by Bobby A from United States MC looks so sad performing. It breaks my heart to see her this way. She is sad because she can't access her instrument anymore. Being heavily medicated is probably only the way she can stand on the stage and attempt to sing. (Saturday 18 April 2026; 04:47) this is a reply to message 113,645

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)

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)

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)

Nikki (113,643) by Giovanni from USA I enjoy your posts Nikki, please keep posting. I'm not a "yas man" but I do agree that some of Mariah's fans can be her biggest haters. I like everyone here except for maybe a few but we're all entitled to our opinions. (Saturday 18 April 2026; 00:10)

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)

The real reason Mariah gets no respect (113,641) by TheButterflyReturns from United States I don't agree with putting Mariah in the same category as Joan Crawford. Crawford was abusive and cruel to family members and hangers on. Mariah's "diva antics" are not abusive/cruel; they are obnoxious at times but are usually framed in a campy, self aware manner. As far as expecting humility, the entertainment industry is not a place where humility are cultivated or encouraged as a character trait. Just look at some of other nominees. The band Oasis, for example, and its members cannot be described as "humble". They are poster children for excesses of rock and roll, and I am sure that other inducted acts behaved in ways that make Mariah look like a school girl. Mick Jagger has eight children with five different women and used copious amounts of alcohol and drugs during his prime, but he's still in the Hall of Fame and no one's commenting on his behavior. I personally don't care about Mariah getting into the Hall of Fame, as I think it really should be limited to "rock" acts if it's going to be called the Rock And Roll Hall of Fame. But claiming that Mariah's "diva" behavior somehow disqualifies her is absurd. There are people in the Rock And Roll Hall of Fame who have done far worse. Phil Spector was inducted in 1989, and he was subsequently found guilty of second degree murder. (Friday 17 April 2026; 16:02) 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)

Be nice or leave (113,640) by Edward from USA Easy, Mary, you completely missed the point. It's not about her staying the same or not evolving. The issue is that she stopped being relatable, which is a completely different thing. And Mariah wasn't some puppet back then. The words that came out of her mouth were hers, the eloquence, the intelligence, that was all her. Tommy was just part of the equation. He didn't write or produce those songs for her; she did. Randy is right: her diva persona ended up eclipsing her genius. Where's the relatability now? Her performing "Make It Happen" up through TEOM felt authentic. If she tried to deliver that same message today, people would probably roll their eyes. There's a clear disconnect between her music and her persona, and that's what makes her feel unrelatable. You can even see it in how public perception has shifted, before 2005, being her fan was something people proudly wore on their sleeve. Now, most fans feel like they have to keep it to themselves, myself included. If I had a dime for every time people rolled their eyes when I said I was a fan, I'd be rich. (Friday 17 April 2026; 15:52) 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)

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