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About MusicfanJ from Germany: I'm a fan of Mariah since Daydream came out.

Status of things (104,084) by MusicfanJ from Germany As always beautiful written Mara. You described it so well with the "auto pilot". I also think her inner sparkle is missing. Last year it was there and she was shining. Yes, maybe she's just tired. I hope she's okay. I also wondered that there are no new pics with Bryan. Of course it's private but usually they post pics during Thanksgiving and the Christmas season. We'll see. I hope she's ready for the concerts and can enjoy it with the lambily. (Thursday 16 November 2023; 14:00) this is a reply to message 104,069

Status of things (104,069) by Mara from United States I have to agree with this Bradley. There is something missing this year or season I should say. She looks like she is going through the motions and is perhaps on "auto pilot". I hope she is ok. Her sparkle is a miss this year and I can feel it almost like the first year at the Beacon where she geared up singing Hero and she was separated from Nick. I wonder if her and Bryan took a break to see how things went and decided to officially end the relationship recently. I just hope she is ok. This is her time and she always has that sparkle in her eye and seeing her almost blank makes me sad. Maybe she is just tired of this and not in the mood this season. It happens to all of us. But as a day one 1990 fan, M always wears her heart on her sleeve and we can read her better than anyone else. We love you Mariah - go out there and have some amazing shows making amazing memories with your beautiful children by your side. (Wednesday 15 November 2023; 21:59)

Saint Harison (104,037) by MusicfanJ from Germany You were right. "You lost a friend" is way more my taste. Good song, very soulful. Thumbs up. (Monday 13 November 2023; 19:02) this is a reply to message 104,020

Saint Harison (104,020) by Bobby A from United States My last ditch effort to bring you over to my side. Listen to his ballad, Lost a Friend. He sings in full voice and to me channels Amy Winehouse. (Saturday 11 November 2023; 21:33)

Saint Harison (104,022) by MusicfanJ from Germany Okay I will try. I really like Amy Winehouse. (Sunday 12 November 2023; 12:00) this is a reply to message 104,020

Saint Harison (104,020) by Bobby A from United States My last ditch effort to bring you over to my side. Listen to his ballad, Lost a Friend. He sings in full voice and to me channels Amy Winehouse. (Saturday 11 November 2023; 21:33)

Saint Harison (104,019) by MusicfanJ from Germany Absolutely. I think one reason why Taylor Swift is so big is because there's no real competition anymore. There's only Adele in that age group. Compared to the 80ies and 90ies the music biz is really boring and almost dead. I had to google who Saint Harison is and started a song, but I couldn't listen more than 30 seconds. Bill I have the same thought. The voice is strange and unpleasant to my ears. I will listen to Marvin Gaye's album "What's goin' on" tonight. Masterpiece. The rythmn of "Inner City Blues" always gets me, music used to be so good. (Saturday 11 November 2023; 20:26) this is a reply to message 104,018

Saint Harison (104,018) by Edward from USA I think that only happens [once] in a lifetime. As much as I loved Whitney and like Celine, they couldn't quite get to me like Mariah did. While Whitney's voice was more powerful, Mariah's artistry was far superior and her voice more nuanced. Whitney would make any song presented to her sound as if she had written it. Mariah was more like a painter and decorative painter all in one. I don't remember anybody who could put together complicated background vocals like Mariah. Had social media been around back then, Mariah would've been twice bigger than Taylor [Swift.] I can't name a song by Taylor Swift, but the woman is a phenomenon. (Saturday 11 November 2023; 17:51)

Fantasy (104,010) by MusicfanJ from Germany It was very interesting to read your thoughts. I really like to get into Christmas spirit and "Mariah spririt". Mariah spirit, that's cool. With all the bad news every day I need some fantasy. It's good for the soul. (Friday 10 November 2023; 14:51) this is a reply to message 104,003

Fantasy (104,003) by Joachim Agerup Løkkevik from Norway I think it suits the staus quo of Mariah's career that the song that might stand out as her legacy besides AIWFCIY is Fantasy, and how telling that is for what Mariah has become. If I try to understand what is going on in Mariah World, is that she is now just a fantasy, and that is what she is selling us with new releases, concerts and "live" performances from her home. She has had a splendid career, nobody can take away her success, especially during the 90's, she will for ever be mentioned when people talk about the best singers in history. Nobody will deny that she had one of the biggest voices the world has gotten to know. I don't think the general public really knows about the condition of Mariah's voice at the moment, and I don't think they care. The Lambily knows, and we are frustrated. But I think if we still want to enjoy the rest of her career, and I don't think she will retire anytime soon, we have to embrace the idea that she is now a fantasy, a relic of what once was. At her show it is Mariah who is singing, but the voice might be from years ago, and between all the pre-reccorded tracks, she somtimes sings a word or a sentence with her current voice. We just have to believe in her like a child believes in Santa Clause. Mariah is now both real and not real at the same time. Mariah has become a fantasy you can chose to believe, and even if you don't believe, you can still enjoy the charade, because it induces positive feelings if you just go with the flow. It's almost Christmas season, and I'm going to enjoy Mariah, her old music, new music, YouTube videos from her Christmas shows, really get into the Christmas and Mariah spirit, and just pretend that it's real, much like Christmas itself. (Thursday 9 November 2023; 20:59)

Mariah, please be ready (104,001) by MusicfanJ from Germany Again I absolutely agree with Andrew on the confidence topic. Mariah was confident during those years. One can watch all her great performances online. She was the queen of Pop and RnB and her performances were great and often outstanding. Yes, she was never an "entertainer" but I never needed a circus number from a singer. I loved her magic, sweet aura on stage. Even in 2003 during Charmbracelet tour, she was very confident. A real diva and even entertaining. (Piano performance like a Marilyn Monroe.) She had so much energy and a "having fun" vibe. Superstar power all over. Haha isn't there a rumour with the aliens who kidnapped the real Mariah in 96? But seriously, Mariah can be fantastic on stage. She has it all. The confidence thing is not the problem. (Thursday 9 November 2023; 14:48) this is a reply to message 103,993

Mariah, please be ready (103,993) by Andrew from the UK I don't understand from where this idea of Mariah being an "unconfident" performer still permeates? She was unrefined during the debut performances into Emotions perhaps, but 1993 - 2008 oozed confidence - granted: sometimes ebbing, sometimes flowing, but confident she was. It is only since Memoirs did Mariah have a personality transplant. I'm swaying to the idea that she was beamed up to the mothership and replaced with a somewhat imperfect and faulty replica. (Wednesday 8 November 2023; 18:23)

First Cheech, then Chong, now the Chin (103,951) by MusicfanJ from Germany I hope not. Surgery is not needed at all. If I look at the great Helen Mirren, she has more charisma than all the teens and twens together. No one is perfect and that's good. Mariah was a natural beauty. Her more natural pics are always stunning and beautiful. (Friday 3 November 2023; 12:30) this is a reply to message 103,947

First Cheech, then Chong, now the Chin (103,947) by Andrew from the UK I put it to you: Fact Parte the First: Mariah has spent years silently, without ceremony, repositioning her head on her neck almost every time a camera is aimed in her direction. We know her head is not aligned correctly with the centre of the Earth because the other people in the photo, the buildings in the photo and Mariah's own body upon which the head sits in the photo, are all pointed in the same direction - that is to say, to the centre of the Earth. We know that Mariah does this because she has - or had - a much larger, fattier face than previously known, and. in doing said little-teapot-short-and-stout act, she is stretching the skin to reduce the fat effect. For Heaven forfend Mariah not look perfect all the live long day. Fact Parte the Second: Mariah's face has become noticeably thinner with less weight around the jawline and neck this year - at a much more appareent accelerated rate than her body (which is still rather curvy). Fact Parte the Third: Mariah does a little hand wave with the bridge of her hand pressed against her chin. Those of us who have a grip on reality will have seen over the years tha Mariah does not start new body movements unless they are covering something up she does not want people to see. Please the court, I wish to read the charges: Mariah Carey has had more cosmetic surgery - Mariah Carey has had a chin lift. What say you? (Friday 3 November 2023; 01:02)

Chin wave (103,934) by MusicfanJ from Germany I don't know what it means, but it's clearly a "Mariah thing". You can see it in the video of "Joy to the world" for example. Maybe others know more. (Wednesday 1 November 2023; 19:47) this is a reply to message 103,932

Chin wave (103,932) by Lee from UK Can anyone tell me if there is any hidden meaning behind Mariah's "chin wave". I don't think it's a new thing but I have seen about 5 random videos recently in which Mariah puts the back of her hand underneath her chin and waves her fingers. I feel like I've seen it lots but have only just thought about how strange it seems. It's almost like it is a code for those in the know and I'm clearly not in the know. (Wednesday 1 November 2023; 14:16)

Homecoming Special 1999 (103,925) by MusicfanJ from Germany I love the Homecoming special. So much fun to watch. She was so confident, fun and at the same time all the star power was showing. Pure Mariah. I also love the short interviews she did. I just love the 90ies. Lucky high school kids, I was so envious back then. (Tuesday 31 October 2023; 10:53) this is a reply to message 103,924

Homecoming Special 1999 (103,924) by Bobby A from United States Thank you, Billy. This has always been one of my favorite MC TV specials. She sounded and looked amazing especially with 98 Degrees. (Monday 30 October 2023; 21:23)

7 songs one billion streams (103,910) by MusicfanJ from Germany You're right, she seemed often unhappy/unsecure during that time. "Looking in" says it all. But she also had a magic aura which I loved. The concert in NY was phenomenal. Anyway the pressure of being on top of the music throne, the envy of many while she broke record after record with the sales and number ones. The controlling Tommy. Maybe there are a lot of bad memories, I'm sure this is one reason Daydream is not so praised by herself. I became a fan because of Daydream, so I will love it forever. (Sunday 29 October 2023; 18:07) this is a reply to message 103,909

7 songs one billion streams (103,909) by Bobby A from United States Just maybe Daydream was the start of Walter A's betrayal that causes MC to want to forget about it the era. Tommy probably said no to a lot of the songs that strayed away from the MC and Walter A hit formula. He probably hated the fact that the young woman he discovered was challenging his vision for her career. And let's not forget about how much he hated the idea of OBD working with MC. Daydream probably reminds MC of some uncomfortable feelings during that era. Many interviews during the Daydream show MC looking very uncomfortable and nervous. Tommy's reigns were causing MC some emotional insecurities. Check them out on YouTube. (Sunday 29 October 2023; 12:43)

7 songs one billion streams (103,908) by MusicfanJ from Germany Caution is good, but Daydream is really on another sphere. Daydream is a blockbuster part two. Andrew named Music Box a "blockbuster" I loved that comparison. So I use it here. "Fantasy" alone is one of the best fun pop songs that exists. It's genius. I will never get tired of it. There is a reason why Daydream caused Mariah mania in 95 and 96. Maybe the Grammy debacle still frustrates her, I don't know. (Sunday 29 October 2023; 11:59) this is a reply to message 103,903

7 songs one billion streams (103,903) by Norman from USA Same. Daydream has so many faves and one of my top 3 Favorites of hers: Looking In. I recently read a few tweets where people expressed preferring songs like Thirsty, A No No, Caution, and the such over songs like Fantasy, ABMB, The Roof, and WBT. I know it's all subjective, but those fans confuse me. Daydream is such a vibe and songs like UTS, IAF, and MA deserve so much more general recognition. (Saturday 28 October 2023; 23:40)

Merry Christmas to you too (103,888) by MusicfanJ from Germany Happy birthday. Enjoy your day. I hope Mariah surprises us all soon. (Thursday 26 October 2023; 14:28) this is a reply to message 103,879

Merry Christmas to you too (103,879) by Bobby A from United States I just had to express my thoughts today and plus it's my birthday. 29 years old again this year. At this point, I would take any project being released. (Wednesday 25 October 2023; 22:56)

On the subjects of tours (103,872) by MusicfanJ from Germany Yes, 100 thumbs up for this post. Absolutely on point. For example, I liked the debut album from Sam Smith, but since I saw his latest "performance" on stage, it's hard for me to listen to his music. Madonna and Sam Smith are very vulgar and it's just annoying. They should tour together. Lol. On a side note: Our ministery of education has forbidden the "gendern" for the elemantary schools. There is hope. I don't know how it's in English but in German it's just grammatically wrong with the gender thing and not needed at all. (Wednesday 25 October 2023; 20:00) this is a reply to message 103,865

On the subjects of tours (103,865) by Edward from USA I couldn't have said it better. (Wednesday 25 October 2023; 14:53)

Tis the season for something... (103,794) by MusicfanJ from Germany I like the dress too. It looks beautiful. Mariah looks beautiful. A red dress is always wow. The pictures with her kids are super cute. (Wednesday 18 October 2023; 12:45) this is a reply to message 103,793

Tis the season for something... (103,793) by Zachariah from Croatia I also don't get the attack on the dress. I like it a lot and it is flattering her age and figure. What was she supposed to have on - ripped jeans with her ass hanging out? It's not 1999 anymore. (Wednesday 18 October 2023; 10:24)

Einstein is a No No (103,779) by MusicfanJ from Germany I just read the word "Einstein" and thought it was a new hot producer in America. Lol. So funny. But indeed the name of the album E=MC2 fits perfect. To call it Einstein is really a no no. (Tuesday 17 October 2023; 11:03) this is a reply to message 103,774

Einstein is a No No (103,774) by Edward from USA Same sentiment here. E=MC2 is just fine. (Monday 16 October 2023; 18:19)

Questions for JD (103,747) by MusicfanJ from Germany Good questions. I had to laugh because of "Why did you allow MC to record I Don't and Save The Day?" (Saturday 14 October 2023; 15:56) this is a reply to message 103,739

Questions for JD (103,739) by Bobby A from United States Just flipping through my Mariah book looking at all of the managers MC has had in 30 years. The most shocking manager era was when JD became her manager. After 10 years later, I have questions for JD. What happened between you and MC that caused your management deal with MC to end?. Did you have a different direction for MIAM after the Walmart TAOLG leak? Did you ever suggest to MC that she retire in 2013 after the commercial failure of MIAM? What is the music industry saying about MC's lack of vocal ability now? What is your favorite MC collaboration? Finally, why did you allow MC to record I Don't and Save The Day? (Saturday 14 October 2023; 05:24)

George Michael / 3-words (103,669) by MusicfanJ from Germany That's cool. A similar story with a band member: When Mariah did the Charmbracelet tour, I was at the same table with the guitar man. I forgot his name. (Shame on me.) He was very relaxed and nice. But I was too nervous to ask him something. So I was just smiling and talking to my best friend who came with me at that evening. Lol. To be in the same room and have drinks with George Michael's band sounds exciting too. (Thursday 5 October 2023; 18:38) this is a reply to message 103,667

George Michael / 3-words (103,667) by TJ from Norway The nearest I was George Michael was when I went to a party after his concert in Oslo, but I was "only" drinking with his band. (Thursday 5 October 2023; 13:08)

Well, I guess I'll shut up then (103,662) by MusicfanJ from Germany Well, it's not so popular here too. I mean compared to "Last Christmas" or "Do they know it's Christmas". But it's always played on the radio. Funny that you mention the movie. In "Home Alone" it was the first time I heard it. Since then I really love it. Happy memories from a 90ies kid. (Wednesday 4 October 2023; 21:18) this is a reply to message 103,661

Well, I guess I'll shut up then (103,661) by Andrew from the UK It is true to observe, is it not, that Brenda Lee's Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree is annually a massive song in the US? It is not so in the UK. Is it in Germany? I don't quite "get" the song. It doesn't appeal to me. It reminds me of Home Alone, is all. (Wednesday 4 October 2023; 18:17)

Reflections of my expectations have come to wither (103,660) by MusicfanJ from Germany 100 thumbs up for your post. It's perfectly written. The people can say what they want, but really nobody on this earth would doubt that Mariah is an icon. She's a music legend. She already was at a very young age. I have novels (not about music) where she is mentioned, just normal novels. It's crazy. Mariah is a living pop culture in person. I can't imagine what it's like. What she's achieved is incredible and can't be repeated. "Superwoman" is nothing compared to her. Honestly there's only one Mariah. I saw her four times live and I never experienced something like it again. Her music is one thing, but her aura live was enchanting. She's got the whole package. So now I stop praising. Lol. (Wednesday 4 October 2023; 12:39) this is a reply to message 103,655

Reflections of my expectations have come to wither (103,655) by Jamie from UK Mariah is a cultural and music icon, she's known around the world and continues to be known. She might not be as popular as she was in her hey day but neither have any of the other legacy music icons. There comes a time when they are no longer as popular but it doesn't mean they are no longer liked and respected for their work. Even Madonna who I loved in the early days is making a bit of a fool of herself these days but the legacy is still there. God forbid anything was to happy to her or even Mariah at some point people will remember them for the successes they had in their prime and those that have stayed loyal fans will remember everything. You can't undo history, Mariah was an absolutely huge artist for a long time and no one will forget that. And she's still present today not many can say that. I use to worry if she wasn't popular anymore but I've come to the realization that we can't control time and every artist has their mainstream time. I'm now just happy to have appreciated her music and continue to listen to it, both in anticipation and in reflection. (Wednesday 4 October 2023; 05:01)

Mariah isn't defrosting, she has never been frozen (103,658) by MusicfanJ from Germany Yes, she always had a great sense of humour. I always loved her humour from the beginning. She's such a funny one. With the "defrosting" it's hilarious. Bravo Mariah. (Wednesday 4 October 2023; 12:01) this is a reply to message 103,651

Mariah isn't defrosting, she has never been frozen (103,651) by Bobby A from United States MC has always had a sense of humor. She likes poking fun at herself. (Tuesday 3 October 2023; 23:28)

Well, I guess I'll shut up then (103,657) by MusicfanJ from Germany I bought her best of album because of "Rockin' around the Christmas tree". I love this Christmas song. Brenda Lee is a real Rock & Roll lady. Brenda, Wham and Mariah are just perfect for Christmas and always will. Good music will never be outdated, classics will be loved forever. (Wednesday 4 October 2023; 11:54) this is a reply to message 103,650

Well, I guess I'll shut up then (103,650) by Bill from the UK "What other female artist has a Christmas classic that will be her biggest income booster for years to come?" Brenda Lee with Rockin' Round the Christmas Tree. I don't know any other song of hers. Never have, never will. I'm sure she's made loads of albums and recorded hundreds of songs, but this is her legacy. It's an absolutely sensational song though, so well done to her. (Tuesday 3 October 2023; 20:01)

Well, I guess I'll shut up then (103,643) by MusicfanJ from Germany "They are for us, the diehard fans. I'll gladly take these gifts. I can't wait for #Daydream30." Oh yes, absolutely. I'm so thankful that she did a Christmas tour in Europe and I could see her in Germany again. It was the best, pure joy and fun. I love the Christmas time. I love Mariah, so I'm fine with it. That she is doing Christmas concerts this year is fantastic for the "US Lambs". I'm sure it will be wonderful. (Tuesday 3 October 2023; 12:03) this is a reply to message 103,641

Well, I guess I'll shut up then (103,641) by Stacey from USA I honestly don't care if this is what MC has become. Sometimes we all have to be comfortable and confident in our accomplishments. MC can be proud of her career. These Christmas concerts, anniversary releases aren't for the general public. They are for us, the diehard fans. I'll gladly take these gifts. I can't wait for #Daydream30. (Tuesday 3 October 2023; 03:05)

Is it time to get rid of physical media? (103,631) by MusicfanJ from Germany Here the same. I would never give away my collection. I collect music and movies in general, it's a hobby. I have so many memories with the music collection (of course especially with Mariah). It's a big treasure for me. Streaming is boring to me, it's okay for just a quick listen. But to play a phycical media is something different. I enjoy and appreciate it much more. I love the booklets, the art of it. The same with books and E-Reader. I will always prefer a real book. What I do like is to watch Mariah videos online. But it's "dangerous", sometimes one can't stop because Mariah is too good and beautiful. (Monday 2 October 2023; 10:43) this is a reply to message 103,628

Is it time to get rid of physical media? (103,628) by Bobby A from United States Lol. I could never part with my 1990-1999 MC physical copies. I have so many variations of singles including UK and Japanese editions. Some of the 12" records are worth $200 dollars plus. I have laserdiscs that I am keeping for the nostalgia dahling. (Sunday 1 October 2023; 23:21)

Prisoner (103,616) by MusicfanJ from Germany 'Prisoner" is indeed special. I love the almost 80ies sound of it, I love her rap. For me the song is just fun. (Saturday 30 September 2023; 13:41) this is a reply to message 103,615

Prisoner (103,615) by Bobby A from United States What makes this song so iconic? Is it because MC raps? Is it because of it being such outlier in her catalog before Infinity? Is it because it is MC's cheeseiest song ever? I always skipped over Prisoner because to me it doesn't go with the other songs. MC hates it too. (Saturday 30 September 2023; 04:42)

Drake gets his 12th number one (103,591) by MusicfanJ from Germany Yes, I'm not worried at all because of Drake. Mariah is on another league. I only know his "hotline blink" song. Lol. With Rihanna it was the same. No comparison to Mariah and the success as a whole. (Wednesday 27 September 2023; 16:54) this is a reply to message 103,588

Drake gets his 12th number one (103,588) by Bill from the UK Records are meant to be broken, just like Mariah did. She'll still have the title for Female Solo Artist With the Most Number Ones Where the First Number One Was Called "Vision of Love". (Wednesday 27 September 2023; 12:48)

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