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Here For It All streaming party countdown (111,128) by 4real4real from UK
Day 2 - Emotions (1991)
+ MTV Unplugged EP
+ Emotions EP
+ Make It Happen EP
+ Can You Hear Me (The Rarities)

Today we're streaming Emotions - aka Mariah's "I'm not a one-album wonder" moment. For those of you joining us we will delve deeper in to R&B and gospel territory with splashes of dance and even a jazzy moment (where are our "The Wind" fans at?). Some say "And You Don't Remember" is her best ballad, others "Can't Let Go". They are both included on this spectacular sophomore effort.

With the lead single "Emotions" ("You're So Cold" was initially considered) she became the first and only artist ever to send her first five singles to #1 on the Hot 100. Legend behavior and it was only album #2.

She proved the naysayers wrong with the MTV Unplugged EP - including the ultimate version of "Someday" and the Hot 100 #1 "I'll Be There" cover with Trey Lorenz. Also check out "Can You Hear Me" from The Rarities, which was written during this era. How was this not even a B-Side, at least?

Today's plan: blast the Emotions album with us, followed by the EPs and "Can You Hear Me", then go full living-room concert with MTV Unplugged. Let's show some love to this underrated era. I don't have any social media accounts so feel free to spread this far and wide.
(Friday 12 September 2025; 15:30)
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Wednesday (111,127) by Lara from Middle East
So I was watching season 2 of Wednesday Addams, I got serious Mariah vibes watching Morticia Addams. She has that calm, idgaf sarcastic delivery of words that reminds me so much of most Mariah's interviews. I think next Halloween she and the twins with Anderson .Paak should go for the Addams family.
(Friday 12 September 2025; 15:06)
Why the dislike? (111,126) by TJ from Norway
Thank God I Found You and Don't Forget About Us are such a snore-fest. They don't belong with the rest of the number ones. There are so many songs in Mariah's catalogue that should have reach the top spot, but didn't. These two are not the ones.
(Friday 12 September 2025; 12:09)
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Article: Mariah to float on massive flower for concert in Amazon Rainforest (111,125) by TJ from Norway
Let's hope the piranha (piraya in Norwegian) stay away from Mariah.
(Friday 12 September 2025; 12:05)
Thank God I found you (111,124) by Bobby A from United States
MC was a woman in love with Luis Miguel when she wrote TGIF. It would have probably been a better song if it had a gospel choir for the chorus and at the end of the song. TGIF was too pop for me. I wanted more R&B and gospel. That is why the remix was better with the Teddy Riley and Keith Sweat Make It Last Forever sample.
(Friday 12 September 2025; 11:12)
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Thank God I found you (111,123) by Zachariah from Croatia
Song is over produced and the mix of the vocals is overwhelming. It is [too] much. The remix was much better.
(Friday 12 September 2025; 08:11)
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Why the dislike? (111,122) by Lambi from USA
Recreate the magic of OSD is real. She kind of kept going with Westlife on Against All Odds. She was laying down all her cards because it's her final hoorah with Sony. And I agree, TGIFY remix is goated, Make It Last Forever sample is genius.
(Friday 12 September 2025; 03:55)
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Golden ensemble and boots (111,121) by Lambi from USA
Yeah true, the boots could've been slightly higher. Mariah's got beautiful legs so she incumbent upon her to accentuate it frequently.
(Friday 12 September 2025; 03:50)
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MC + Busta Rhymes VMA After Party footage (111,120) by Lambi from USA
I agree, it's always under the guise of "jest" but Busta was dead ass serious. He's always left hearts on Mariah's Instagram posts, I actually believe he has the biggest crush on her. But we all know about Mariah's no dating rapper policy. I also think Busta isn't cute. Who could blame him though? If Mariah sings "Baby if you give it to me, I'll give it to you" on your record, and you're a straight man, you will fantasize about her. There's no escape. Plus she's aging like fine wine.
(Friday 12 September 2025; 03:46)
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Why the dislike? (111,119) by Edward from USA
It's not that I dislike "Thank God I Found You", I just don't really care for it. To me, it feels generic and overcrowded, almost as if Mariah was unsuccessfully trying to recreate the magic of "One Sweet Day". While I don't think it truly deserved the #1 spot, I can admit it's still a decent song. And no, I'd never compare it to Crapfinity, that one is in a league of hideous all on its own. Mariah had a golden chance to redeem that track with the "Why You Mad Remix", ft big names of the moment like Justin Bieber, French Montana, and T.I., yet somehow the result was even worse. On the flip side, the "Thank God I Found You (Make It Last Remix)" is fantastic, and I believe it played a huge role in pushing the original to the top of the charts.
(Friday 12 September 2025; 01:56)
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Thank God I found you (111,118) by Giovanni from USA
I love TGIFY, it's actually one of my favorites from Rainbow. 98 Degrees did their thing but I would have left Joe as he does nothing for the song. I can understand why some may not like it or call it unforgettable but the song was a hit so it is what it is.
(Friday 12 September 2025; 01:28)
Jesus oh what a wonderful child (111,117) by Giovanni from USA
I love this song so much, had it on repeat today. (Beyonce could never.) Mariah in her prime was the best, she was meant to sing gospel and it's a shame we never got a full studio gospel album. That's why I'm so excited to hear "Jesus I do". From what I've heard it's very good. I can't wait.
(Friday 12 September 2025; 01:23)
Why the dislike? (111,116) by Tevin from USA
But why, what's the reasoning behind your feelings of why it's mediocre? I'm asking out of curiosity, not hate.
(Thursday 11 September 2025; 21:51)
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Here For It All streaming party countdown (111,115) by 4real4real from UK
Day 1 - Mariah Carey (1990)
+ live debut EP
+ Someday EP
+ There's Got To Be A Way EP
+ Here We Go Around Again (The Rarities)

It's finally here - our streaming party countdown to Here For It All begins today. Today's about celebrating the moment Mariah stepped out and shared her gift with us for the first time. For those of you joining in, we're kicking things off with the album that started it all: Mariah's self-titled debut (1990). This record introduced the world to that voice and gave us timeless #1 songs like Vision of Love, Love Takes Time, Someday and I Don't Wanna Cry. Her pen game and ear for a good melody is strong out the gate. It's pure heart, raw talent, and a reminder of how far she's come since singing backing vocals and writing on the subway. Don't forget to spin the EP's and Here We Go Around Again from The Rarities, as well. Let's enjoy this moment.
(Thursday 11 September 2025; 19:15)
Why the dislike? (111,114) by 4real4real from UK
It was originally intended to be a duet with KCI and JoJo (of Jodeci) but for whatever reason that fell through. In that context the song makes perfect sense. It sounds very much like All My Life, their previous US no 1. Joe and 98 Degrees just didn’t have the same cred or vibe as Jodeci so it just came off cheesy. But the remixes are fire indeed.
(Thursday 11 September 2025; 19:10)
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Why the dislike? (111,113) by BFF from United States
I love the original version of "Thank God I Found You". I think it would have worked better as a duet with Joe without 98 Degrees featured, but there is something very uplifting about the song's optimism. I think it fit well with what was popular in terms of late 90s and early 00s pop-soul ballads. I believe it would have gotten more radio airplay if the "Rainbow" album had received stronger promotion.
(Thursday 11 September 2025; 17:22)
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JD interview on The Breakfast Club (111,112) by Bill from the UK
Thank you for the summary. If I remember correctly, the Cream sample was originally intended for Always Be My Baby. Surprised it didn't then find its way onto the remixes JD did.

As for TGIFY, I don't think anyone really dislikes it, more that amongst her number ones it's considered one of the more formulaic and basic numbers. The Make It Last remix far eclipses the original. I also felt there were too many voices on the song and it would have been better as just a duet between MC and Joe, it didn't really need 98 Degrees.
(Thursday 11 September 2025; 17:06)
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Why the dislike? (111,111) by Lighty from China
It's not a bad song. It's just not as good as her other #1's. It's just mediocre.
(Thursday 11 September 2025; 16:57)
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Why the dislike? (111,110) by Tevin from USA
So for the last few days, I've been listening to TGIFY. I've always loved that song, even though I rarely listen to it. Granted from an Rnb perspective the remix could be considered stronger. Anyway I tend to notice people on here and other Mariah discussion forums, talking about their disdain for the original song. My question is why, what makes people not like this #1 song?
(Thursday 11 September 2025; 16:42)
JD interview on The Breakfast Club (111,109) by BFF from United States
That sounds interesting and I will definitely give it a listen. But I don't think that would work for Mariah. Several singers have tried to rebrand as a rapper with little to no success at it. Mary J. Blige tried it as "Brook Lynn". Brandy tried it as "Brand Nu". It just doesn't work. The public will see through it and know that Mariah is doing it because she cannot sing like she used to, not because that's where her artistic vision lies.
(Thursday 11 September 2025; 16:01)
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MC + Busta Rhymes VMA After Party footage (111,108) by BFF from United States
I'll admit that it's kind of funny in a train wreck sort of way. But I definitely wouldn't want video of a "friend" offering to hump my leg and of me slurring my words with a vacant look on my face to be shared publicly. I think Mariah tolerates it because she likes having the street credibility for being seen with "grimey" rappers, but considering what just happened with Sean Combs and considering Busta Rhymes' history, I wouldn't be hanging around these people.
(Thursday 11 September 2025; 15:34)
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JD interview on The Breakfast Club (111,107) by Dove from United States
Thanks for sharing.

I would be interested in listening to a full hip-hop album with MC rapping. I see her as a musical genius and I've never been disappointed by her music. I'm curious to see what her full, unrestrained, creative expression would sound like. It may not do amazingly well on the charts but she's already done that. Like I always say, authenticity is the highest vibration. She just needs to let the audience know what it is beforehand so they know what to expect. Like when Taylor Swift switched from country to pop and made an announcement about it.
(Thursday 11 September 2025; 14:47)
JD interview on The Breakfast Club (111,106) by Randy from USA
He starts talking about her at 30:00 on YouTube. It was a little enlightening. He claims she wants to go full out hip-hop. At one point early on she brought Cream by Wu-Tang to him and said I want to sing over that. He also said that she wanted to "rap" more over We Belong Together. I think he meant sing more with fast wordplay. He insisted on her sing that last note We Belong Together. He also said she can sing flawlessly when she wants to. She doesn't want to highlight how well she sings anymore. That kinda makes sense. I have noticed since she started having problems with her voice she wants to put emphasis on her being a songwriter or she thanks God for the gift of making music. She never wants to talk about her voice. MC doesn't want to put the effort into singing at a high level. He also says the audience wants the new Mariah records to sound like the old Mariah records. He says it's a struggle with all artists. They all want to change their sound despite the success and the brand that got them to the top. It was very interesting. In all the hoopla of promotion I thought yall may miss out on this.
(Thursday 11 September 2025; 12:42)
Beautifully written HFIA hype narrative (111,105) by Bobby A from United States
It seems like Gamma is sending a beautifully written HFIA hype narrative to international retailers like this one on the website of Australian retailer, Yes Charlie Records under the album's description section. This hype narrative is longer and more in depth than the one posted on the Record Store Day website for U.S. retailers. I feel MC's seven year absence since Caution and the HFIA promotion so far is going to help MC score big with critics and the news media on 09.26. Plus, I know already HFIA is a brilliant work by MC. Those critics who have heard HFIA, called it a "warm embrace" because of its soulful feel.
(Thursday 11 September 2025; 10:33)
Glitterversary (111,104) by Zachariah from Croatia
Happy Glitterversary everyone.
(Thursday 11 September 2025; 09:36)

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