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What's wrong with Mariah (111,269) by BFF from United States This video claims she had hip replacement surgery back in 2000? That sounds pretty outlandish - having hip replacement at the age of 30/31. What possibly could have been happening at that time to cause such a surgery? Doesn't make any sense to me. (Wednesday 17 September 2025; 16:28) this is a reply to message 111,260

What's wrong with Mariah (111,260) by Lara from Middle East I don't know what's wrong with her but I can tell you what's wrong in this video I found on Facebook trying to explain her stiffness. Thankfully, most of the comments make sense unlike the video. (Wednesday 17 September 2025; 13:35)

Vegas residency (111,268) by Jamie from UK Haha I know, imagine she comes out with full on 1994 vocals and shuts everyone up. Somehow I think we're a bit late in the day for live vocals now, which is sad but it's where we're at I guess. (Wednesday 17 September 2025; 15:50) this is a reply to message 111,264

Vegas residency (111,264) by Edward from USA Jamie, you've set yourself up for a "I really hope she sings live this time, just so we can finally shut you up". I got one of those from Zachariah, and it was awesome. (Wednesday 17 September 2025; 14:50)

Here For It All streaming party countdown (111,267) by 4real4real from UK Day 6 - #1's (1998) + Sweetheart EP + I Still Believe EP + Do You Know Where You're Going To EP September 17 is day 6 of the listening party, and we're stepping into the #1's era - a moment that doesn't always get the spotlight it deserves, but is way more interesting than people give it credit for. By '98, Mariah had officially shut the door on the Tommy chapter and was living in a new kind of freedom. She went above the execs and flew straight to Japan after the divorce to meet with the head of Sony and hammer out her exit. That meeting cleared the way for a new five-album deal and a chance to steer her own ship. The label pitched a standard "greatest hits", but MC felt it was too soon to put a bow on her first act. So she turned it into a thank you to the fans - a celebration of becoming the female artist with the most U.S. #1 singles (13 at that point, edging out Madonna's 12). What makes #1's special is that it wasn't just a trophy case; she gave us four new songs to keep the story moving. Sweetheart, a cover of Rainy Davis's ‘86 jam, came via Jermaine Dupri. The JD collab is fun, but the solo Mariah mix is where the magic lives: the production has room to breathe and her voice is front and center. And those low low's. My oh my. I know many of you listen to Dreamlover, Fantasy, Honey and Heartbreaker, in that order. The solo version slides perfectly between Honey and Heartbreaker. And then there's When You Believe - the song that won an Oscar and gave us a moment nobody dared to dream of until it happened. Babyface built this sweeping gospel ballad for The Prince of Egypt, but it became something even bigger the instant Mariah and Whitney walked into the studio together. Two-thirds of the vocal trinity, finally side by side, not as rivals but as women with voices powerful enough to move mountains. You can feel the respect in every note, the way they listen to each other and lift each other up. What started as a soundtrack cut turned into the beginning of a real, lasting friendship between two legends who'd been unfairly set against each other for years. RIP Whitney - her light is still in that song. I Still Believe is a full-circle moment: the Brenda K. Starr song she used to sing backing vocals on, now reimagined as her own. That EP is one of her best. The Pure Imagination remix, Stevie J's take with Mocha & Amil (her second all-female feature after the ABMB remix), and a stack of club mixes that still sound fresh today. The single made it to all the way to #4, proof that even her "bonus" tracks could almost hit the top. Finally, Do You Know Where You're Going To (aka the Mahogany theme) finds Mariah leaning into introspection, and also into the Diana Ross lineage she's always nodded to. Tommy supposedly encouraged J.Lo to cover it after hearing Mariah wanted to release it as a single - so yes, it seems the seeds of sabotage were planted well before the Glitter days. But we love everybody and we move on. And can we talk about the cover? That silver mini, the hair, the attitude, that pose - she looks sexy in the best way, referencing Ross's Diana album while serving "I'm free and I know it". It's easily one of her best covers. Looking back, #1's quietly set a template: after MC, everyone from Michael Jackson to Destiny's Child to The Beatles put out their own "#1's" sets. But Mariah's wasn't just a compilation; it was a statement that she was still writing the story, even as she paused to celebrate the wins. So spin the album and the EPs tonight. #1's might look like a stopgap on paper, but it's really the sound of an artist closing one door, opening another, and thanking the fans who'd been with her every step. LYM. Mariah Carey "Here For It All" release countdown streaming calendar: Midnight September 17th #1's, 18th Rainbow, 19th Glitter, 20th Charmie, 21st Emancipation, 22nd E=MC2, 23rd Memoirs, 24th Elusive Chanteuse, 25th Caution plus beyond, 26th HFIA. (Wednesday 17 September 2025; 15:43) this is a reply to message 111,164

Here For It All streaming party countdown (111,164) by 4real4real from UK Day 3 - Music Box 30th Anniversary + Dreamlover EP + Anytime You Need a Friend EP + Never Forget You EP ​ Anyway....for those of us who are actually interested in the topic at hand: listening along to Mariah's discography on the lead up to HFIA, today we move on to Music Box - the album that quietly took over the world in '93 and made MC a household name. Shout out to all the lambs who were introduced to Mariah during this era. We don't acknowledge time but you have been a loyal fan for 32 minutes and counting. Some fans call Music Box her "AC ballad era", but the real ones know there's way more happening: the layering on Never Forget You, the gospel storm that is Anytime You Need a Friend, the dancefloor readiness of Now That I Know, the haunting otherworldliness of Everything Fades Away. Trivia time: Music Box sold over 28 million copies worldwide, becoming one of the best-selling albums of the '90s. It gave us three US top 5 singles - "Dreamlover" and "Hero" both hit #1, while "Anytime..." peaked at #12 but became a huge fan fave (and that gospel outro still slaps 30 years later). The 30th anniversary edition includes Mariah's full live set from her 1993 Proctor's Theater show in New York - the show that a lot of fans only knew via bootlegs or partial tapes. Now we get almost the entire concert in high quality. Two songs ("Hero" and "Dreamlover") were the only ones previously released from this concert, the rest is new-to-official release. It's like stepping back to 1993 and seeing her voice still finding even more power and nuance in a live space. And I know some of you are young enough to remember the remix culture this era birthed. The Dreamlover EP had David Morales' Def Club Mix, a moment that cemented Mariah as a legit dance floor girlie. The Anytime You Need a Friend EP turned a gospel anthem into a house stomper, and Never Forget You showed off her R&B instincts long before that was cool for pop stars, so remember to revisit the EPs as well. LYM. (Saturday 13 September 2025; 17:54)

Billboard Hot 100 (111,266) by Edward from USA I was just scrolling through the Billboard Hot 100 like I used to, and I'm flabbergasted, who are all these people? I think I only recognized about seven artists on the whole list. Times have really changed. That's why Mariah being at the top every single year with "AIWFCIY" is something we should never take for granted. (Wednesday 17 September 2025; 15:38)

Curse or cuss (111,265) by Edward from USA Stacey, it's really sad. Even when we try to keep kids away from "bad words", like we used to call them, social media just blasts them from every angle. That's why the foundation they get at home is so important. Sure, they'll hear those words, but they should also know better than to actually use them. I remember when I was a kid, about 12 years ago, if I heard an adult outside my family cuss, I was shocked, I had never once heard my parents do it. Even now, I don't really cuss, though I might drop a word or two with friends, but it's not part of how I normally talk. I know it sounds harsh by today's standards, but where I grew up, if you disrespected your elders or cussed, you'd get smacked right on the mouth. (Wednesday 17 September 2025; 15:12) this is a reply to message 111,250

Mariah's priorities (111,250) by Stacey from USA I am glad we have warnings. As a mom to three kids (17, 14, 12), I don't want my children thinking those words are acceptable in their daily language. Swear words lack credibility with me. Just so unnecessary, IMHO. Sure my kids are exposed to them daily in school. I teach them to avoid using those words. My hope is that they will use them sparingly like me, lol. (Wednesday 17 September 2025; 01:17)

Vegas residency (111,264) by Edward from USA Jamie, you've set yourself up for a "I really hope she sings live this time, just so we can finally shut you up". I got one of those from Zachariah, and it was awesome. (Wednesday 17 September 2025; 14:50) this is a reply to message 111,258

Vegas residency (111,258) by Jamie from UK Because she’s been doing it for years and more so recently. But if she sings live then bonus but highly doubt it (Wednesday 17 September 2025; 11:43)

Lip syncing (111,263) by Dove from United States I honestly prefer when she lip syncs nowadays. At least I know it'll sound good. The only people who notice are the lambs and the haters. (Wednesday 17 September 2025; 13:57)

Thank God I found you (111,262) by MusicfanJ from Germany 99 was a fun year to be a Mariah fan. Rainbow was the most pop album from her with a touch of RnB. But it made sense, it was the time of Britney Spears and boybands. So 98 Degrees were a perfect match for "TGIFY". Joe was also a good choice. It's not one of her top 5 number one songs, but it's a cute little song. The remixes are really good. RnB at its best. (Wednesday 17 September 2025; 13:53) this is a reply to message 111,247

Thank God I found you (111,247) by Giovanni from USA I find it funny somebody posted about why the dislike for this song recently and now I'm listening it to non stop haha. I just listened to the remix for the first time and I like it. I prefer the original but the remix is not bad at all. Very sexy song and the music is good. I wish we could have gotten more Mariah songs from '99. (Tuesday 16 September 2025; 20:25)

Lambi (111,261) by MusicfanJ from Germany That's my biggest wish for Mariah, to find a real partner/man. (Beside health of course, the most important thing.) Not a clown or another player or wannabe. I think Mariah's chosen men are mostly awful. The same with Mr. Anderson, I hope they only make music together. Just business. For a serious partner, he's a no no. Bryan and Mariah were a beautiful couple. He seemed like he really cared for her. And as a human he seemed to have a good heart and spirit. It's so sad it didn't work. I remember the little video where they were playing table-tennis together. Mariah was looking so happy and normal. No diva, just a woman who enjoys the time with her man. (Wednesday 17 September 2025; 13:42) this is a reply to message 111,245

Lambi (111,245) by Giovanni from USA I agree, Bryan is fine and dresses decent compared to Anderson. Mariah looked so happy when they were together. I really wish they were still a thing because they made a great couple. I truly felt Bryan really loved her and wasn't out for her money etc. For a while I felt MC had finally found her man but I guess maybe Bryan wanted a family or there were other reasons why they broke up. Even with Nick I never really cared for him or took him serious because he was sort of goofy, and well look what happened he cheated on her. Like how dare you. I do hope Mariah finds love again one day and that it lasts. (Tuesday 16 September 2025; 19:56)

What's wrong with Mariah (111,260) by Lara from Middle East I don't know what's wrong with her but I can tell you what's wrong in this video I found on Facebook trying to explain her stiffness. Thankfully, most of the comments make sense unlike the video. (Wednesday 17 September 2025; 13:35)

Article: Mariah Carey announces Las Vegas Holiday shows (111,259) by Edward from USA Autocorrect is killing me. Instead of "I like other artists" I meant "Unlike other artists". (Wednesday 17 September 2025; 12:19) this is a reply to message 111,251

Article: Mariah Carey announces Las Vegas Holiday shows (111,251) by Edward from USA Stacey, I like other artists, Celine had a custom-built $75M, 4000-seat created just for her at Caesars Palace called The Collosseum. For years Vegas had the reputation of being where artists with fading careers went to perform, but Celine completely changed that narrative. She made performing in Vegas relevant and prestigious. (Wednesday 17 September 2025; 04:11)

Vegas residency (111,258) by Jamie from UK Because she’s been doing it for years and more so recently. But if she sings live then bonus but highly doubt it (Wednesday 17 September 2025; 11:43) this is a reply to message 111,257

Vegas residency (111,257) by Zachariah from Croatia How do you know that? (Wednesday 17 September 2025; 10:24)

Vegas residency (111,257) by Zachariah from Croatia How do you know that? (Wednesday 17 September 2025; 10:24) this is a reply to message 111,256

Vegas residency (111,256) by Jamie from UK Her voice can definitely handle it as she won't be singing live unfortunately. (Wednesday 17 September 2025; 09:39)

Vegas residency (111,256) by Jamie from UK Her voice can definitely handle it as she won't be singing live unfortunately. (Wednesday 17 September 2025; 09:39) this is a reply to message 111,246

Vegas residency (111,246) by Giovanni from USA I'm seeing on social media many fans being worried about Mariah's schedule and health. Not so much as what's going on with her medically but her being over worked. Can her voice handle it? I have noticed that she sounds her best during the holidays especially during her Christmas shows. I really would like to know does she rest more and has extra tea? I don't think she'll have any problems selling tickets so I hope she delivers and puts on a good show. (Tuesday 16 September 2025; 20:15)

Mariah's priorities (111,255) by TJ from Norway I do agree about parenting your kids to not swear while talking, as I [too] think it's not necessary to use those words. Did you grow up in a society where there was warnings on movies, albums and so on? I did not. I see the parenting guidance on the different tv series and stuff on Netflix etc, and I'm thinking this has to be a result of the worst generation ever when thinking of parenting. Generation X. We are helicoptering, stuff pillows under their arms (actually mattresses) and trying to protect them in ways that makes them incredibly insecure and not capable to handle normal problems in life. I'm not saying that you're one of those, because I really do believe you're not, but I see the parents of Generation X are often doing that. I think kids at home, and kids away from their parents can be totally different personalities and behave so differently that a lot of the parents would be shocked. Even in religious communities. Mariah's kids, I hope get the protecting they need, because I've said from day one that I hoped they would grow up away from fame and the public life she's living. Sadly this is not my first language, and I hope I made a point here. Peace and love. (Wednesday 17 September 2025; 07:21) this is a reply to message 111,250

Mariah's priorities (111,250) by Stacey from USA I am glad we have warnings. As a mom to three kids (17, 14, 12), I don't want my children thinking those words are acceptable in their daily language. Swear words lack credibility with me. Just so unnecessary, IMHO. Sure my kids are exposed to them daily in school. I teach them to avoid using those words. My hope is that they will use them sparingly like me, lol. (Wednesday 17 September 2025; 01:17)

Thank God I found you (111,254) by Tevin from USA Haha. You're welcome. I posted about it. I've been listening to it non stop too. (Wednesday 17 September 2025; 05:18) this is a reply to message 111,247

Thank God I found you (111,247) by Giovanni from USA I find it funny somebody posted about why the dislike for this song recently and now I'm listening it to non stop haha. I just listened to the remix for the first time and I like it. I prefer the original but the remix is not bad at all. Very sexy song and the music is good. I wish we could have gotten more Mariah songs from '99. (Tuesday 16 September 2025; 20:25)

New Here For It All video (111,253) by Tevin from USA Good points, but can we please not mention any spoilers about the album. I heard someone leaked the track length times, but some of us are trying to wait and be surprised about everything album related. (Wednesday 17 September 2025; 05:11) this is a reply to message 111,233

New Here For It All video (111,233) by Lambi from USA "She could also be talking about when the kids leave for the weekend, or any time they're off with Nick." That's pretty deep. In her book, Mariah took great pride in saying Dem Babies had never been away from her for more than 24 hours. They were about 9 then. But now they're in their teens, and that's usually when kids start gravitating more towards dad. If I were Mariah, I'd be irritated too. Her twins are around kids she probably has no interest in knowing and she has no idea how those kids are being raised and parented. They could easily be bad influences and I get that they are technically the twins' siblings, but still I'd feel the need to keep reminding Roc and Roe that none of this is normal, and Nick is definitely not someone to model yourself after, in terms of creating a family. As for Anderson, I agree, he's just whack to me, style-wise. He literally dresses like a clown. He gives off that energy of a kid who didn't get much attention growing up and now clings to being "different", by just dressing weird to stand out. It's clownish behavior, it's actually okay to have normalcy, you don't need to wear a bowl cut wig. Brian truly set the standard look-wise. May have not had the money, but he showed up for Mariah during some of her hardest times. He was solid. I really wish it turned out differently for them. Maybe the twins will tell us which one out of Mariah's boyfriends was their favorite, one day. Anyway, I can't wait to hear the rest. HFIA might be a three-subject song, like Petals and I Wish You Well. And since it's apparently 6 minutes long, she definitely has room to say a lot. (Tuesday 16 September 2025; 13:04)

Here for it all (111,252) by Tevin from USA I agree. I was expecting some fast rap singing, or a bunch of staccato, but instead (at least from the snippet) we are getting straight forward singing, connected and may I say beautiful runs and deep lyrics. September 26 can't come soon enough. (Wednesday 17 September 2025; 05:07) this is a reply to message 111,227

Here for it all (111,227) by TJ from Norway I do agree about the unnecessary use of swearing, but finally there's something that reminds of how she used to sing back in the days, before she started copying WBT. (Tuesday 16 September 2025; 04:18)

Article: Mariah Carey announces Las Vegas Holiday shows (111,251) by Edward from USA Stacey, I like other artists, Celine had a custom-built $75M, 4000-seat created just for her at Caesars Palace called The Collosseum. For years Vegas had the reputation of being where artists with fading careers went to perform, but Celine completely changed that narrative. She made performing in Vegas relevant and prestigious. (Wednesday 17 September 2025; 04:11) this is a reply to message 111,243

Article: Mariah Carey announces Las Vegas Holiday shows (111,243) by Stacey from USA I saw Celine in Vegas in 2003. The whole idea seemed so odd. A huge artist like Celine playing Vegas? The same town that loves Wayne Newton? And yet, here we are with many artists doing the same thing years later. Celine was ahead of her time in this respect. (Tuesday 16 September 2025; 17:40)

Mariah's priorities (111,250) by Stacey from USA I am glad we have warnings. As a mom to three kids (17, 14, 12), I don't want my children thinking those words are acceptable in their daily language. Swear words lack credibility with me. Just so unnecessary, IMHO. Sure my kids are exposed to them daily in school. I teach them to avoid using those words. My hope is that they will use them sparingly like me, lol. (Wednesday 17 September 2025; 01:17) this is a reply to message 111,244

Mariah's priorities (111,244) by TJ from Norway Does an album need a warning because of the words? I went to watch the Book of Mormons in Oslo this weekend, and on the row behind me there was was a family with young kids watching and obviously listening. I guess the parents were quite embarrassed. I'm so glad we usually don't have warnings because of scenes or choice of the words, because, believe me, they already know them. (Tuesday 16 September 2025; 19:30)

10 days (111,249) by Bobby A from United States I just want to experience the music only next Friday. There will be no iTunes charts for me until the Monday after. I think I am going to take a walk in the park listening to HFIA to celebrate on Friday and Saturday. (Tuesday 16 September 2025; 20:41) this is a reply to message 111,236

10 days (111,236) by Edward from USA Same sentiment here. I think that letting go of unrealistic expectations makes the experience so much better. Charts are the last thing on my mind when it comes to "HFIA", I'm just excited for the new music. The last time I felt this kind of anticipation was before E=MC² dropped. Unlike Stacey, I haven't caved in to listening to snippets, but I love reading all your thoughts about it. The anticipation is seriously killing me. (Tuesday 16 September 2025; 15:03)

Article: Mariah Carey announces Las Vegas Holiday shows (111,248) by Bobby A from United States I was elated when I saw this article. MC loves Vegas. (Tuesday 16 September 2025; 20:34) this is a reply to message 111,239

Article: Mariah Carey announces Las Vegas Holiday shows (111,239) by BFF from United States I think the Vegas residency is less intense and a better idea than a tour because she is able to stay in one place. I feel better about it than a US or international tour for the Christmas shows. Stella was a mess, but I do think the instinct to start booking residencies was smart. Celine Dion really was ahead of her time when she started the Vegas shows - now everyone is doing it. I remember Mariah sounding pretty good in clips from the "The Butterfly Returns" residency. Being in one place allows her to rest more and presumably would allow her to keep a more consistent sleep schedule. I am glad she said a hard "No" to the interview questions about touring behind "Here for It All". That would be 100 percent the wrong move right now. She's been pushing herself way too hard and it is exacerbating whatever underlying health issues she has going on. She really needs to take time off. (Tuesday 16 September 2025; 15:50)

Thank God I found you (111,247) by Giovanni from USA I find it funny somebody posted about why the dislike for this song recently and now I'm listening it to non stop haha. I just listened to the remix for the first time and I like it. I prefer the original but the remix is not bad at all. Very sexy song and the music is good. I wish we could have gotten more Mariah songs from '99. (Tuesday 16 September 2025; 20:25)

Vegas residency (111,246) by Giovanni from USA I'm seeing on social media many fans being worried about Mariah's schedule and health. Not so much as what's going on with her medically but her being over worked. Can her voice handle it? I have noticed that she sounds her best during the holidays especially during her Christmas shows. I really would like to know does she rest more and has extra tea? I don't think she'll have any problems selling tickets so I hope she delivers and puts on a good show. (Tuesday 16 September 2025; 20:15)

Lambi (111,245) by Giovanni from USA I agree, Bryan is fine and dresses decent compared to Anderson. Mariah looked so happy when they were together. I really wish they were still a thing because they made a great couple. I truly felt Bryan really loved her and wasn't out for her money etc. For a while I felt MC had finally found her man but I guess maybe Bryan wanted a family or there were other reasons why they broke up. Even with Nick I never really cared for him or took him serious because he was sort of goofy, and well look what happened he cheated on her. Like how dare you. I do hope Mariah finds love again one day and that it lasts. (Tuesday 16 September 2025; 19:56)

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