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Vegas show 2025 (108,084) by Jamie from UK She sounds ok, not sure it's making me want to go watch her again though. I've been lucky enough to watch her numerous times over the years. I'm more looking for what magic she can create in the studio these days. I hate to say it but from the clips I've seen it's made me think "give it up" and I never ever thought I would think that about Mariah. Maybe it's just the amateur clips not showing the full experience of being there. This is not me being hateful in anyway. I've always loved Mariah, but from the girl I once knew it's hard for me to hear her changed voice live. After I listened to a few clips I closed YouTube and my Apple Music kicked back in with Alone In Love playing and that's what gives me chills, the voice that was. I pray she gives us a great next album though and I'm proven wrong as she is a legend. (Sunday 2 February 2025; 23:11) this is a reply to message 108,081

Vegas show 2025 (108,081) by Bobby A from United States MC sounds really good singing live during the first night of the 2025 Vegas show. (Saturday 1 February 2025; 15:25)

Vegas show 2025 (108,083) by Bobby A from United States There is only one like from me. So, no one else thinks her vocals were really good? (Sunday 2 February 2025; 19:26) this is a reply to message 108,081

Vegas show 2025 (108,081) by Bobby A from United States MC sounds really good singing live during the first night of the 2025 Vegas show. (Saturday 1 February 2025; 15:25)

My 2025 - hopes, dreams, wishes, and prayers for Mariah Carey (108,082) by Baby from Dreamville...Where There's No Beginning & There is No End And you're right, Bobby. Charmbracelet was almost Mariah stepping into a favorite pair of old shoes she'd forgotten about as far as the live instrumentation being such a presence on so many songs. Maybe that's why the tour was so successful even in terms of her vocals. She kinda recorded those more jazzy songs "live" with a full band, IIRC. Had it been done more intentionally (not that the album didn't come about organically) I believe TEOM wave would have eventually lifted Charmie up as well. What's good about it is that nobody'd be able to call her acting brand new. This is actually firmly in her wheelhouse since her debut. It's nothing new-new since Vanishing and The Wind, but definitely underutilized. She did Lullaby of Birdland on the ECT and more recently Nevertheless in Abu Dhabi, she even had that kinda ragtimey intermezzo of Sweetheart with the dancers and the band. I that. More please. But I digress. I really wanted to talk about how much I regret You Got Me not getting a video or single release. It's not that it's her greatest song but it's the album's #1 earworm. It's a feel-good moment. I'd sometimes rather she'd kept it for a different time than it becoming "filler". It would've been a hit even if another lesser singer released it. I don't understand why Lyor Cohen bypassed it over TTR and MC never references it. Stream of consciousness over. (Sunday 2 February 2025; 02:32) this is a reply to message 108,075

My 2025 - hopes, dreams, wishes, and prayers for Mariah Carey (108,075) by Bobby A from United States For me Charmbracelet is another outlier album. What do you think if 7 Aurelius and Dre and Vidal were the only producers on Charmbracelet? They could have really made Charmbracelet sell more copies and not been such a disjointed album in my opinion. I feel that Lyor Cohen gave MC some bad advice by telling her to choose Through the Rain as the first single. Charmbracelet was an great album, but it could have been better. (Thursday 30 January 2025; 15:05)

Vegas show 2025 (108,081) by Bobby A from United States MC sounds really good singing live during the first night of the 2025 Vegas show. (Saturday 1 February 2025; 15:25)

Butterfly tour (108,080) by BFF from United States Listening to some of the Butterfly tour audio released on the "Mariah Station Concerts" got me to thinking about what would have happened if Mariah had continued the tour in North America. I know she stopped it after the Hawaii date because she wanted to film "Double O Soul" with Chris Tucker. Does anyone know/remember what dates were planned? Were they similar to the ones she eventually committed to in North America for the Rainbow tour? By the way, Mariah Station Concerts has some great exclusive audio and video from that tour. I think the person who runs it has been buying rare/unreleased footage from engineers who worked on the tour's Australia dates. (Friday 31 January 2025; 19:25)

My 2025 - hopes, dreams, wishes, and prayers for Mariah Carey (108,079) by Stacey from USA I've never seen Charmbracelet as something that could have done better, been better. I think the album exactly what was intended. The album provided Mariah with an opportunity to deal with her struggles through the writing of songs. That was her therapy. The promotion of the album allowed MC to explain her side of things and show the world that all she needed was a few hours of sleep, and not believe all the crazy tabloid rumors. That album and subsequent tour (of which I saw her live the last night of said tour), put her voice in great shape to give us TEOM. Is CB my favorite album? No. But I'll always be grateful for the purpose it served in MC's storied career. (Friday 31 January 2025; 00:08) this is a reply to message 108,075

My 2025 - hopes, dreams, wishes, and prayers for Mariah Carey (108,075) by Bobby A from United States For me Charmbracelet is another outlier album. What do you think if 7 Aurelius and Dre and Vidal were the only producers on Charmbracelet? They could have really made Charmbracelet sell more copies and not been such a disjointed album in my opinion. I feel that Lyor Cohen gave MC some bad advice by telling her to choose Through the Rain as the first single. Charmbracelet was an great album, but it could have been better. (Thursday 30 January 2025; 15:05)

My 2025 - hopes, dreams, wishes, and prayers for Mariah Carey (108,078) by Zachariah from Croatia For me, Charmbracelet was more of an therapy album, almost like a gospel theme one. Actually, it would be awesome if she would redo a whole album with a more gospel vibe. It has spiritual and anthemic vibe. I play it when I really need calm and spiritual vibe in my life. (Thursday 30 January 2025; 21:17) this is a reply to message 108,075

My 2025 - hopes, dreams, wishes, and prayers for Mariah Carey (108,075) by Bobby A from United States For me Charmbracelet is another outlier album. What do you think if 7 Aurelius and Dre and Vidal were the only producers on Charmbracelet? They could have really made Charmbracelet sell more copies and not been such a disjointed album in my opinion. I feel that Lyor Cohen gave MC some bad advice by telling her to choose Through the Rain as the first single. Charmbracelet was an great album, but it could have been better. (Thursday 30 January 2025; 15:05)

My 2025 - hopes, dreams, wishes, and prayers for Mariah Carey (108,077) by Tevin from USA Hindsight is 20/20, to be honest, looking back, please don't crucify me for saying this, but I'm glad Charmbracelet didn't do well. Otherwise we may not have had the dominant TEOM and early E=MC2 eras, where Mariah completely ruled the airwaves for 2 years. (Thursday 30 January 2025; 19:50) this is a reply to message 108,075

My 2025 - hopes, dreams, wishes, and prayers for Mariah Carey (108,075) by Bobby A from United States For me Charmbracelet is another outlier album. What do you think if 7 Aurelius and Dre and Vidal were the only producers on Charmbracelet? They could have really made Charmbracelet sell more copies and not been such a disjointed album in my opinion. I feel that Lyor Cohen gave MC some bad advice by telling her to choose Through the Rain as the first single. Charmbracelet was an great album, but it could have been better. (Thursday 30 January 2025; 15:05)

My 2025 - hopes, dreams, wishes, and prayers for Mariah Carey (108,076) by BFF from United States To me, "Charmbracelet" was too long, needed stronger less detached vocals, and needed an uptempo lead single rather than a ballad. Unfortunately, most of the songs included were mid-tempos or ballads and many sounded too similar. Songs like "You Had Your Chance", "Irresistible", and "Lullaby" all blended together in my opinion. I found "Bringing on the Heartbreak" to be the most memorable song on the album because she really let loose vocally rather than holding back like she did on "Through the Rain". She probably needed to take more time off before releasing it, but I understood the need to get the public to forget about "Glitter" at that point. (Thursday 30 January 2025; 19:06) this is a reply to message 108,075

My 2025 - hopes, dreams, wishes, and prayers for Mariah Carey (108,075) by Bobby A from United States For me Charmbracelet is another outlier album. What do you think if 7 Aurelius and Dre and Vidal were the only producers on Charmbracelet? They could have really made Charmbracelet sell more copies and not been such a disjointed album in my opinion. I feel that Lyor Cohen gave MC some bad advice by telling her to choose Through the Rain as the first single. Charmbracelet was an great album, but it could have been better. (Thursday 30 January 2025; 15:05)

My 2025 - hopes, dreams, wishes, and prayers for Mariah Carey (108,075) by Bobby A from United States For me Charmbracelet is another outlier album. What do you think if 7 Aurelius and Dre and Vidal were the only producers on Charmbracelet? They could have really made Charmbracelet sell more copies and not been such a disjointed album in my opinion. I feel that Lyor Cohen gave MC some bad advice by telling her to choose Through the Rain as the first single. Charmbracelet was an great album, but it could have been better. (Thursday 30 January 2025; 15:05) this is a reply to message 108,074

My 2025 - hopes, dreams, wishes, and prayers for Mariah Carey (108,074) by Baby from Dreamville...Where There's No Beginning & There is No End Caution is an outlier for sure. The production and the way Mariah wrote is something I've never seen her do before. That speaks to her finding a new way to express yourself like the lyrics are very conversational and like she's trying to send a message to someone or explain herself in ways that are very "real world". I'd love if she continued to do that on future albums. So I say yes to Dev Hynes. He made a really great contribution to the Sugababes "Lay Down in Swimming Pools" but it never got released because of sample clearing. It's from 2013 but you'd never know listening to it now. (Thursday 30 January 2025; 11:29)

My 2025 - hopes, dreams, wishes, and prayers for Mariah Carey (108,074) by Baby from Dreamville...Where There's No Beginning & There is No End Caution is an outlier for sure. The production and the way Mariah wrote is something I've never seen her do before. That speaks to her finding a new way to express yourself like the lyrics are very conversational and like she's trying to send a message to someone or explain herself in ways that are very "real world". I'd love if she continued to do that on future albums. So I say yes to Dev Hynes. He made a really great contribution to the Sugababes "Lay Down in Swimming Pools" but it never got released because of sample clearing. It's from 2013 but you'd never know listening to it now. (Thursday 30 January 2025; 11:29) this is a reply to message 108,070

My 2025 - hopes, dreams, wishes, and prayers for Mariah Carey (108,070) by BFF from United States I agree. I'm not religious, and I found the post to be totally benign. I understand that people may have felt harmed in the name of religion in their past(s). I definitely have felt harmed in the name of religion in my past, but that doesn't mean that we get to label all religious people or religious references are bad or suspect. I would think that anyone who describes themselves as progressive would welcome diversity of thought and freedom of expression, especially when that thought/expression is completely benign and positive. (Tuesday 28 January 2025; 17:00)

I'll Be There live (108,073) by TJ from Norway This is embarrassing. I have never seen it. YouTube, here I come. (Wednesday 29 January 2025; 18:27) this is a reply to message 108,071

I'll Be There live (108,071) by BFF from United States Does anyone else like the Top of the Pops performance better than the MTV Unplugged version of it? I love that it is just Mariah and Trey accompanied by piano and the other singers. Fantastic standout amongst her early performances. (Wednesday 29 January 2025; 00:07)

I'll Be There live (108,072) by Bobby A from United States I do prefer that performance over the MTV Unplugged version. Just call my name. Smh. (Wednesday 29 January 2025; 02:01) this is a reply to message 108,071

I'll Be There live (108,071) by BFF from United States Does anyone else like the Top of the Pops performance better than the MTV Unplugged version of it? I love that it is just Mariah and Trey accompanied by piano and the other singers. Fantastic standout amongst her early performances. (Wednesday 29 January 2025; 00:07)

I'll Be There live (108,071) by BFF from United States Does anyone else like the Top of the Pops performance better than the MTV Unplugged version of it? I love that it is just Mariah and Trey accompanied by piano and the other singers. Fantastic standout amongst her early performances. (Wednesday 29 January 2025; 00:07)

My 2025 - hopes, dreams, wishes, and prayers for Mariah Carey (108,070) by BFF from United States I agree. I'm not religious, and I found the post to be totally benign. I understand that people may have felt harmed in the name of religion in their past(s). I definitely have felt harmed in the name of religion in my past, but that doesn't mean that we get to label all religious people or religious references are bad or suspect. I would think that anyone who describes themselves as progressive would welcome diversity of thought and freedom of expression, especially when that thought/expression is completely benign and positive. (Tuesday 28 January 2025; 17:00) this is a reply to message 108,061

My 2025 - hopes, dreams, wishes, and prayers for Mariah Carey (108,061) by RL from USA This is a really great post about "Wishing Well" for her. I appreciate the diversity of thought you brought to this page, especially from a fanbase that should be tolerant and inclusive of all people even if some of us aren't as progressive. (Sunday 26 January 2025; 17:07)

My 2025 - hopes, dreams, wishes, and prayers for Mariah Carey (108,069) by Bobby A from United States Yes, you can call me Bobby. One other faithful board member used to call me Bobby when he posted regularly during the TEOM/E=MC2 glory days, but then Save the Day was released and things change for him and many other board members. I am just having fun about not posting that much. Maybe MC will surprise us all and my faithful friend will come back and post more. I look forward to your next post. (Tuesday 28 January 2025; 11:01) this is a reply to message 108,066

My 2025 - hopes, dreams, wishes, and prayers for Mariah Carey (108,066) by Baby from Dreamville...Where There's No Beginning & There is No End Bobby (can I call you that?), don't cut down your post on my account. That would be mournful. There's room for everybody. We all bring something to the table. I'm on my live and let live tip, so let's play. I really do enjoy Muni Long's tone and you're right, she has adopted the way MC projects her head voice and that's probably why their vocals blend so well. I've caught her on a few interviews giving very much The MC Academy of Media Training. I hope the twinning continues in future projects. (Monday 27 January 2025; 21:55)

My 2025 - hopes, dreams, wishes, and prayers for Mariah Carey (108,068) by Baby from Dreamville...Where There's No Beginning & There is No End RL, I am moved and humbled by your generosity. I can only hope that I am nominated in the same category because I aspire to be, every day. Thank you for seeing my "Wishing Well" post as just that and not something I wrote to be divisive for drama. Cheers. (Monday 27 January 2025; 22:09) this is a reply to message 108,061

My 2025 - hopes, dreams, wishes, and prayers for Mariah Carey (108,061) by RL from USA This is a really great post about "Wishing Well" for her. I appreciate the diversity of thought you brought to this page, especially from a fanbase that should be tolerant and inclusive of all people even if some of us aren't as progressive. (Sunday 26 January 2025; 17:07)

Article: Anderson .Paak pays tribute to rumored girlfriend (108,067) by Bobby A from United States It seems like MC's response to Silk Sonic's Leave The Door Open is on the way. Lol. I believe Anderson Paak may miraculously make MC's Butterfly influenced vocals come back this year. (Monday 27 January 2025; 21:57)

My 2025 - hopes, dreams, wishes, and prayers for Mariah Carey (108,066) by Baby from Dreamville...Where There's No Beginning & There is No End Bobby (can I call you that?), don't cut down your post on my account. That would be mournful. There's room for everybody. We all bring something to the table. I'm on my live and let live tip, so let's play. I really do enjoy Muni Long's tone and you're right, she has adopted the way MC projects her head voice and that's probably why their vocals blend so well. I've caught her on a few interviews giving very much The MC Academy of Media Training. I hope the twinning continues in future projects. (Monday 27 January 2025; 21:55) this is a reply to message 108,058

My 2025 - hopes, dreams, wishes, and prayers for Mariah Carey (108,058) by Bobby A from United States I have given Baby from Dreamville my special guest star status this year. I am cutting back on my posts in 2025. We need to have more fun this year because it is going to be different year on so many levels than 2024. By the way, Teddy Swims' new song, Black and White with Muni Long, is just another example of how MC's vocal stylings have had a huge influence on Muni Long. She sounds just like MC on the song. (Sunday 26 January 2025; 13:37)

My 2025 - hopes, dreams, wishes, and prayers for Mariah Carey (108,065) by MusicfanJ from Germany Lol even our real church website from the neighborhood hasn't so many "faith" words on it. The post seemed like from the TV format "Hour of power". Quite amusing. (Monday 27 January 2025; 12:24) this is a reply to message 108,064

My 2025 - hopes, dreams, wishes, and prayers for Mariah Carey (108,064) by Zachariah from Croatia You are not. In one moment I was wondering, am I on some kind religious self help web page or on a Mariah Carey news page. (Monday 27 January 2025; 08:16)

My 2025 - hopes, dreams, wishes, and prayers for Mariah Carey (108,064) by Zachariah from Croatia You are not. In one moment I was wondering, am I on some kind religious self help web page or on a Mariah Carey news page. (Monday 27 January 2025; 08:16) this is a reply to message 108,057

My 2025 - hopes, dreams, wishes, and prayers for Mariah Carey (108,057) by TJ from Norway Did Jesus turn your water into wine, yesterday? Am I the only non religious person on this board? I wish that Mariah get more reflected about the world around her and make good decisions, helping others and maybe write some meaningful music instead of so-called RnB she has made lately. (Sunday 26 January 2025; 09:43)

A look back at: My MC 2015 fantasy wish list (48,007) #1 to #5 (108,063) by Bobby A from United States I knew it. Please post more this year. I really enjoy reading your posts. (Monday 27 January 2025; 02:16) this is a reply to message 108,051

A look back at: My MC 2015 fantasy wish list (48,007) #1 to #5 (108,051) by Baby from Dreamville...Where There's No Beginning & There is No End Haha. I am in fact a Butterfly aficionado. But I think the only ringtone I ever bought of MC's was Whenever You Call. IKR? Other than that I use her rare releases because I get asked, Who was that? To which I could then gush over Mariah in all manner of ways without having to sound like I'm trying to. Her live tributes to Patti, Stevie and Diva's Live always used to get the best responses. I don't know how other people can't distinguish her tone and inflections from hearing just one note but that's the world we live in. Let's hope there are some live performances gearing up for this year that will become future classics. I think of With You at the 2018 AMAs is the closest thus far (ugh, the visuals) but, YMMV. I hate that the original upload that had more than 5 million views on YouTube got taken down with no explanation. *cries* (Saturday 25 January 2025; 02:10)

My 2025 - hopes, dreams, wishes, and prayers for Mariah Carey (108,062) by Baby from Dreamville...Where There's No Beginning & There is No End TJ, I remember you from the inception of MCA and we rarely agree on anything. So I wasn't exactly expecting you to rejoice at my post (when hell freezes over, perhaps?). But it's specifically for Mariah or anyone else who happens to need it and for what it's worth I find your ubiquitous presence here very comforting. True story. I know you must care for Mariah the human beyond idolization because we were both here in the trenches trying to figure out what happened when M was leaving voice messages on her website about not knowing what was going on and how she needed a break. I still remember the songs on The Mariah Radio widget back in the day. We all need to be truly seen, heard, loved and comforted (flaws and all) especially in times of distress and I don't know about you but this is how I regenerate - through faith. We talk about MC's gospel songs regularly (well, I do IRL). We talk about how many songs Mariah's written referencing Derek Jeter and there are many. But Jesus is by far her biggest muse. It's what sets her apart from most other popular singer song-writers and probably hasn't helped her any awards. Jesus didn't get any awards either. He's the most famous person ever. Accolades are nice but one shouldn't place those things above the legacy real one leaves behind with how you impact other people's lives. (Monday 27 January 2025; 02:07) this is a reply to message 108,057

My 2025 - hopes, dreams, wishes, and prayers for Mariah Carey (108,057) by TJ from Norway Did Jesus turn your water into wine, yesterday? Am I the only non religious person on this board? I wish that Mariah get more reflected about the world around her and make good decisions, helping others and maybe write some meaningful music instead of so-called RnB she has made lately. (Sunday 26 January 2025; 09:43)

My 2025 - hopes, dreams, wishes, and prayers for Mariah Carey (108,061) by RL from USA This is a really great post about "Wishing Well" for her. I appreciate the diversity of thought you brought to this page, especially from a fanbase that should be tolerant and inclusive of all people even if some of us aren't as progressive. (Sunday 26 January 2025; 17:07) this is a reply to message 108,056

My 2025 - hopes, dreams, wishes, and prayers for Mariah Carey (108,056) by Baby from Dreamville...Where There's No Beginning & There is No End (There is a preface in my profile,, just a click away, as this will already be a long post. Thanks.) 1. Spiritual fulfillment - That she continues to nurture her relationship with God, leaning on Him for guidance, peace, and joy in all aspects of her life. 2. A Godly marriage - That she finds a partner who shares her faith, values, and desire to honor God in their union. 3. Healing and restoration - That the scars from her past - whether from childhood or past relationships - are fully healed, allowing her to live with peace and joy unshaken by old wounds. 4. Authentic love and support - That she surrounds herself with people who truly love, respect, and support her for who she is, beyond her celebrity persona. 5. Grace to be human - That she is shown grace and understanding by others, allowing her to make mistakes, grow, and evolve without judgment or undue criticism. 6. Freedom from worldly pressures - That she finds liberation from the entertainment industry's materialistic and superficial values, allowing her to fully embrace her God-given identity. 7. Purposeful legacy - That she continues to use her platform and music to inspire others and share the presence of God, as she has done through her Christmas albums and other works. 8. A loving and faith-centered family - That her family relationships, including with her children, remain strong, loving, and centered on mutual faith and respect. 9. Unwavering faith - That she remains steadfast in her faith, even when faced with life's challenges, and continues to be a beacon of hope for others. 10. Divine guidance - That she discerns God's will in her decisions, whether in her personal life or professional endeavors, and trusts His plan for her. In Jesus Almighty name, Amen. (Sunday 26 January 2025; 03:32)

My 2025 - hopes, dreams, wishes, and prayers for Mariah Carey (108,060) by MusicfanJ from Germany Lol, while reading the post from Baby from Dreamville I thought I clicked on a church website. Haha. TJ I share your wishes and hopes. As a Star Wars fan I would say: Do it or do not, there is no try. Release the "Ugly daughter" album or not. But seriously I wish Mariah most of all health, that she cares about herself. That she stays away from superficial people, who are hollow inside. That she gets her inner muse back to make one more soulful album with great lyrics. And that she finds people who are not fake who she can trust, and help her to have good times besides her superstardom. (Sunday 26 January 2025; 14:16) this is a reply to message 108,057

My 2025 - hopes, dreams, wishes, and prayers for Mariah Carey (108,057) by TJ from Norway Did Jesus turn your water into wine, yesterday? Am I the only non religious person on this board? I wish that Mariah get more reflected about the world around her and make good decisions, helping others and maybe write some meaningful music instead of so-called RnB she has made lately. (Sunday 26 January 2025; 09:43)

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