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NFL (107,867) by Max from Germany
She looks like Lindsay Lohan's younger sister.
(Thursday 26 December 2024; 12:30)
Last Christmas (107,866) by Shezz from Pk
It's interesting to see the [Spotify] daily charts (USA) have All I Want at #4 on [Christmas] day with Brenda Lee on 1. Mariah never made it to number1 on USA [Spotify] daily charts the whole of the last week (whenever I check). I suppose Spotify isn't the most popular streaming platform in the US since she's been consistently number 1 on the BB streaming charts. Globally she reigns supreme of course with the overall [Spotify] numbers.

The [Netflix] NFL bit was cute. A little too short I thought but I suppose they just wanted to use the song as more like opening credits to their [Christmas] presentation. Crazy how versatile and representative it is. Rockin' Around and Last Christmas would have never worked.

Hope everyone celebrating had a great [Christmas].
(Thursday 26 December 2024; 05:03)
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Last Christmas (107,865) by Edward from USA
I had no idea they were giving "Last Christmas" a push with multiple releases this year. You'd think people might be getting tired of "AIWFCIY", but judging by its streaming numbers over the years, it's actually getting more popular every year.

"AIWFCIY" performance on Global Spotify on December 24th over the years:
2024: #1 - 24.86M
2023: #1 - 23.7M
2022: #1 - 21.27M
2021: #1 - 17.42M
2020: #1 - 17.22M
2019: #1 - 12.02M
2018: #1 - 10.81M
2017: #1 - 8.06M

Numbers don't lie.
(Thursday 26 December 2024; 02:57)
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Ed Sheeran (107,864) by Bobby A from United States
A Hozier and Mariah Carey collaboration in the vein of his song Take Me To Church could work as a lead single just to create buzz for a new album. The Spotify/video version could be with a full gospel choir. I believe MC will be thinking more out of the box in 2025. I say this because I believe new business deals will include stimpulations to work with more pop artists who could help bring in a return on the investment for releasing and promoting a new Mariah Carey album. The usual JD or Tricky R&B produced album will not cut it in 2025. MC has gone far too long releasing a new album to come back with a typical R&B album.
(Thursday 26 December 2024; 02:44)
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Ed Sheeran (107,863) by jaker20 from US
Or maybe someone with a similar folksy sound. I always thought Always Be My Baby have that vibe.
(Thursday 26 December 2024; 01:59)
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Last Christmas (107,862) by jaker20 from US
I think that's partly driven by this year being LC's 40th anniversary with various vinyl releases, documentary, etc, Columbia pulling all the stops this year. Its the same with RACTC 65th anniversary promo last year resulting to it reaching number one. And then this year Brenda is not even competitive.
(Thursday 26 December 2024; 01:57)
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Merry Christmas 3 (107,861) by jaker20 from US
I think Mariah is more likely to make another Christmas album than any genre. At least that's what I get from her recent interviews. She sounds passionate about it and recently said that she's planning to record another classic Christmas song. Or maybe its just her feeling the season.

Her Christmas catalog is turning out to be a monster success, maybe she wants to capture this moment. And with the current state of pop music being disposable, the timing for another Christmas album would be perfect for her. But that also means many disappoint longtime lambs. But that's where we are right now.

Merry Christmas.
(Thursday 26 December 2024; 00:58)
Merry Christmas (107,860) by Edward from USA
Merry Christmas to you and everyone at MCArchives. Sure, we fight, fuss, and disagree sometimes, but at the end of the day, we're all here, with a little bit of dysfunction, but that's part of what makes this board different and special.
(Wednesday 25 December 2024; 23:06)
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Ed Sheeran (107,859) by Bobby A from United States
I agree wholeheartedly, but he is not as popular like he was in 2017-2021.
(Wednesday 25 December 2024; 23:02)
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Last Christmas (107,858) by Edward from USA
"Last Christmas" (24.55M) trailed "All I Want For Christmas Is You" (24.86M) by just over 1% in Spotify streams on Christmas Eve.

I think "Last Christmas" will eventually be a number one. Hopefully, it happens after Lil Nas X hands the torch back to Mariah, he's been holding it up high for quite a few years now.
(Wednesday 25 December 2024; 23:00)
Merry Christmas (107,857) by Xavier mariohmix from Spain
Merry Christmas to all.
(Wednesday 25 December 2024; 22:42)
Ed Sheeran (107,856) by Edward from USA
In my opinion, Ed's voice would blend better with Mariah's voice. I like Bruno, his pen game and delivery, but his songs usually have a moment where he goes all out vocally, and judging by the "Yes, And? Remix" vocal fiasco, I don't think Mariah's voice is in the kind of condition to match that. Ed, on the other hand, would complement her voice perfectly.
(Wednesday 25 December 2024; 22:25)
Article: Mariah and Anderson .Paak seen holding hands in Aspen (107,855) by jaker20 from US
I feel like Ed Sheeran would complement Mariah's current voice more, they would blend a lot better with her current voice, and that would open a lot of potential collabs for her, pop with a blend of R&B but with 70s vibe is what I'm thinking.
(Wednesday 25 December 2024; 20:25)
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Merry Christmas from Croatia (107,854) by MusicfanJ from Germany
I would love the grunge-rock album too. Yes, it would be totally unexpected. Mariah is always great when she surprises with music. Merry Christmas to you.
(Wednesday 25 December 2024; 17:57)
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Article: Mariah and Anderson .Paak seen holding hands in Aspen (107,853) by Mimi L. from Empower Your Highlighter
Do we really want Mariah X Bruno though? I mean don't get me wrong, I think Bruno is very talented and they'd complement each other vocally, but Mariah literally publicly shouted out Bruno and asked for a collab and he never responded. Leaving our queen on seen.
(Wednesday 25 December 2024; 17:51)
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Article: Mariah and Anderson .Paak seen holding hands in Aspen (107,852) by Bobby A from United States
First, I would like wish everyone a Merry Christmas today. I hope your day is filled with joy and love. Love is what we need more in this world. Second, I think Mariah and Anderson make a cute couple. Maybe Anderson is the type of man MC needs in her life. Any male who can write and sing a song like Leave The Door Open understands how to get a woman's attention. Plus, I wouldn't be suprised if Anderson is helping MC create a new sound for her next album. AP has won 5 Grammys. He is a well sought out songwriter and producer. Let's hope he is the one who can finally get MC and Bruno Mars in the studio in 2025.
(Wednesday 25 December 2024; 14:29)
Album sales (107,851) by TJ from Norway
I think she has to leave the RnB genre to get a good album, that people would buy or stream.
(Wednesday 25 December 2024; 11:43)
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Merry Christmas from Croatia (107,850) by Zachariah from Croatia
Hi guys, I just want to wish everyone a Merry Christmas and to thank you for being here and spreading the word about Mariah. It means a lot to me to just log on here and read your opinions about her and her music. I hope 2025 brings new music for us, maybe in a form like a rock-grunge album. I think it would be so unexpected and epic. I love you all.
(Wednesday 25 December 2024; 10:22)
Merry Christmas (107,849) by Libra Lamb from USA
Merry Christmas to you too.
(Wednesday 25 December 2024; 03:03)
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Album sales (107,848) by Bobby A from United States
MC could have one last great multi-platinum seller if she recorded three type of albums.

1. a duets soul and R&B cover album - early to late 70's and early 80's
2. a jazz album
3. a pop album produced by only 3 producers - Jack Antonoff, Jacob Collier, and Andrew Watt (top 20 producers of 2024).

I hope one day she can take home multi-Grammys like she should have done in 1996. It would be somerhing that would make her so happy.
(Tuesday 24 December 2024; 23:09)
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Album sales (107,847) by Edward from USA
Mariah doesn't sell albums like she used to, and that's just the natural progression of things. No artist stays at the top forever, it's a reality of the industry and of life. Just as our generation did, every generation gravitates toward new artists who speak to their current experiences and culture. Mariah music spoke to us. The same thing happened to legends like Aretha Franklin, Barbra, and even Whitney before Mariah. They were once dominant forces, but as time passed, new stars emerged, and the spotlight shifted.

Mariah's legacy is cemented though, she's one of the greatest artists of all time, with achievements that few will ever match. But today's music landscape is different. Streaming platforms have replaced physical album sales, and newer artists like Ariana Grande dominate the platforms for now. Even Ariana, as popular as she is today, likely won't hold the same position in a decade, because new artists will take center stage.

Let's not be delusional and think Mariah is the "It Girl", she isn't. It's not about fading relevance, it's just evolution. Sure, album sales aren't what they used to be, but Mariah's cultural impact and artistry always keep her in the mix. And when that time of year comes and she gives the signal, you know it's time for her to defrost and for the Christmas magic to happen.
(Tuesday 24 December 2024; 20:38)
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Bee in my bonnet (107,846) by Bobby A from United States
David Foster said this in his defense as to why their voices didn't blend together.
(Tuesday 24 December 2024; 19:42)
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Merry Christmas (107,845) by MusicfanJ from Germany
Merry Christmas everyone. I hope you all have some peaceful days with lots of joy. I watched Mariah on deluxe music TV with "Oh Santa".
(Tuesday 24 December 2024; 18:58)
AIWFCIY (107,844) by Bobby A from United States
Edward, have you been binge watching Perry Mason lately? Lol. Your defense attorney skills are impressive. I have one question for you still, why do you think MC doesn't sell albums like she used to?
(Tuesday 24 December 2024; 18:17)
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Bee in my bonnet (107,843) by Victoria from USA
Why are you talking about some [censored] that broke her heart? I hope that "bee" stays in your "bonnet". The things you all talk about are ridiculous. A message shouldn't be a novel either, all you authors.
(Tuesday 24 December 2024; 17:40)
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