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About Stacey from USA: Been a fan since 1993. Favorite albums include Daydream, TEOM, and Music Box. I love a good discussion, but won't stand for hateful comments because we disagree. I am too old to deal with drama and so are you. Keep it real with me and we'll have some fun. Peace.

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)

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) 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)

10 days (111,242) by Stacey from USA I've never been successful waiting. This time is no different, lol. (Tuesday 16 September 2025; 17:37) 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)

Mariah's priorities (111,237) by Stacey from USA I am well. Thanks for asking. I agree the swear word is so unnecessary. The censors here in the US are different. They may release an edited album version much like they did with Caution. I couldn't exactly listen to GTFO in my car with my kids, lol. The song HFIA is so beautiful on its own. I am fangirling over these amazing lyrics that take me back to 90s Mariah where her songwriting was so deep for such a young artist. 9 days people. (Tuesday 16 September 2025; 15:06) this is a reply to message 111,232

Mariah's priorities (111,232) by Jamie from UK Hey Stacey, I hope [you're] well? I've just been on UK iTunes and it's showing explicit here for that track. Interesting though the album didn't show up if I just typed Mariah Carey in search bar. Now I had to put in the full album title too for it to show up on search. I wonder if she's gonna edit it but highly doubt it. I can only wish she would take that word out, it's completely unnecessary. (Tuesday 16 September 2025; 10:22)

Here for it all (111,235) by Stacey from USA The song HFIA has me feeling Looking In vibes. No, both songs are quite different from each other, in melody, etc. Looking In represented a potential life changing moment. HFIA acknowledges all her moments and how thryve shaped MC today. Yet, I can't help tie the two songs together. The lyrics in both songs are so deep and thought provoking. At almost 48, on October 4th, I am here for it all too. (Tuesday 16 September 2025; 15:02) 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)

Mariah's priorities (111,224) by Stacey from USA I've broken my own rule and listened to the HFIA snippet multiple times. The sh$% word is so unnecessary. The album doesn't have the warning, explicit lyrics like MIAM did. I think it may be edited on the album version but allowed on the digital single. But man, I am loving those lyrics. So deep. (Tuesday 16 September 2025; 03:36) this is a reply to message 111,199

Mariah's priorities (111,199) by Randy from USA No surprise in Brazil. I'm always surprised that people are so upset though. It's become a joke on Instagram and TikTok. "Go ahead Mimi give us nothing and everything at the same time." I think Mariah's priorities are ranked in this order. #4 Her vocals. #3 "The music" or being a songwriter in the studio. #2 The lighting. #1 Looking great: "the hair, the makeup, the ensemble". Whenever she walks out on stage, myself and everyone in the general public says the same thing, " wow she looks great." But we never leave the performance with "she sounded great". And as for HFIA, Stacey and Bill, I agree with the "sh*t" being out of place. And she mentions God in the next line. Listen I say bad words but they fit the moment. GTFO is my anthem. But on HFIA, "sh*t" didn't belong with the mood of the verse. I really like the song though, outside of that. And if you've followed my career as a columnist on this board, y'all know I don't like anything. P.S I kinda thought we were getting "Mi" this week as she alluded to it at the end of her "finish the lyric video". Oh well. (Monday 15 September 2025; 13:32)

Here for it all (111,186) by Stacey from USA Same. I don't understand the need to swear. Never have. I listened to the clip once, lol. I am doing my best not to listen to any clips until the album drops. I have never been successful. (Monday 15 September 2025; 03:46) this is a reply to message 111,178

Here for it all (111,178) by Jamie from UK Loving the new clip of [Here for it all]. Sounds like a great song. Not sure why she had to swear in it but other than that it sounds like a quality song with current vocals. (Sunday 14 September 2025; 19:08)

VMAs (111,052) by Stacey from USA Exactly. I found myself singing along to all these amazing hits with my eyes close, picturing the videos, rather than watch Mariah. Crazy, right? Young people need to know who blazed the trails for the artists they listen to now. It's nice to see MC get that recognition on such a big stage as the VMAs. "Me and Mariah, go back like babies and pacifiers..." Iconic. (Tuesday 9 September 2025; 03:32) this is a reply to message 111,038

VMAs (111,038) by Bill from the UK The outfit was not great, but the speech was brilliant. I was praying we weren't going to get some drunken rambling like we did when she won her award for Precious or when she was inducted into the SHOF, but glad to see she was coherent, well rehearsed, engaging and funny. Her relationship with Ariana is really so nice to see. Sort of like how Patti and Aretha revered and supported Mariah when she was Ari's age. As for the performance, it sort of is what it is at this point. No movement, badly lipped, but somewhat entertaining. The crowd loved it so I suppose that's what counts. I loved her plug for the album and that melodic "two weeeeks" line. We are all so excited to hear new music from her. I never wish my days away but I am beyond excited to hear the album, especially Jesus I Do. (Monday 8 September 2025; 21:06)

Daydream (111,050) by Stacey from USA Lol, ok. That's all I can do at this point is laugh. Sweetheart, you chimed in to the nice discussion I was having with others that focused on Daydream's perfection. You responded to one of my posts first with a contrary argument. Not the other way around. Looks like its you that's the contrarian, lol. Like I said, all I can do is laugh at this point. Have a nice day. (Tuesday 9 September 2025; 02:47) this is a reply to message 111,036

Daydream (111,036) by Lambi from USA No, I literally said the Grammys amplified the divorce. You just randomly chimed in being a strange contrarian for a point I didn't even make. (Monday 8 September 2025; 20:29)

The Moon Man (111,032) by Stacey from USA That's the respect MC deserves. I love to see it on such a huge public stage. (Monday 8 September 2025; 19:30) this is a reply to message 111,026

The Moon Man (111,026) by Edward from USA I loved Mariah's camaraderie with Ariana. I'm so glad Mariah changed her attitude towards Ari about three years ago or so. Ariana referring to Mariah as "mother", given the significance of that, it's simply epic and the greatest show of respect. I'm very proud of both of them. I can't effing wait for "HFIA". (Monday 8 September 2025; 15:49)

Daydream (111,023) by Stacey from USA Daydream is perfection. You're saying it's not. I'm arguing it is indeed perfect. Carey on. I know I will. (Monday 8 September 2025; 14:40) this is a reply to message 111,013

Daydream (111,013) by Lambi from USA You're having a totally different debate. (Monday 8 September 2025; 10:35)

VMA (111,005) by Stacey from USA Performance: It was what I expected, Mariah trying to be lively. It wasn't horrible but it wasn't great either. I think she's stiff because when your lip syncing that's where your focus is, to look like you're singing. That said, I found my self singing along to all the amazing hits. My favorite part was the Honey/Heartbreaker mashup. I spied the trendsetting Fantasy Remix. RIP to ODB. No matter her voice, those are her songs, her lyrics, her directing videos, her executive producing her music, etc. Acceptance speech: Too funny. I thought it was perfect from beginning to end. My favorite line was the "it's about friggin time" line. A great moment for MC. 19 days and counting. (Monday 8 September 2025; 04:35)

Daydream (111,002) by Stacey from USA And there it is, the Grammy argument. That was what went wrong? Thank heavens the Grammy argument holds no credibility. I mean, look who they gave the country Grammy too. Beyonce? I will admit I was utterly disappointed Mariah was robbed in 1996, and again 20 years later. But after Beyonce won a country Grammy, I'm glad Mariah isn't more associated with the "scammys". They've become a joke, lol. I forgot to add Mariah changed the trajectory of music by infusing pop and hip hop, aka Fantasy. No, I think I am right on the mark. Daydream is perfection. I'm grateful I lived through that era and get to enjoy the music 30 years later. (Monday 8 September 2025; 02:38) this is a reply to message 110,998

Daydream (110,998) by Lambi from USA Context clue is "resentment" which should land you right on the Grammys. That is what went "wrong". Her industry friends openly talked about that amplifying the divorce. Almost a solid argument but you may have missed the mark completely. (Monday 8 September 2025; 01:32)

Daydream (110,993) by Stacey from USA Nothing went wrong with Daydream. Three number one singles, 10 million + in sales, and countless certifications awarded since then say otherwise. "Certified diamonds like the songs I wrote." That era was the height of Mariah's popularity during the 90s. (Sunday 7 September 2025; 19:31) this is a reply to message 110,986

Daydream (110,986) by Lambi from USA Exactly, that proves my point. They already had Urban R&B tracks with ABMB and Long Ago, so the foot was already in the door. But they didn't want that sound dominating the project, so it got scaled back. In hindsight, Daydream was clearly the transition album, Tommy just couldn't face that yet. And let's be honest, cutting SA and ON didn't sit right with Mariah. She didn't go that hard on those tracks just for them to end up shelved. She intended them to make the album. (Sunday 7 September 2025; 10:44)

Daydream (110,982) by Stacey from USA I love Open Arms, both MC's cover and the original by Journey. I agree it's one of Mariah's best covers. The album is sequenced perfectly as it stands. Fantasy is a perfect lead off song for the album. Then UTS begins to slow it down heading into two ballad, OSD and Open Arms. A little bump up in tempo finds ABMB with continues the chill R&B sound again setting the stage again for the next two beautiful ballads, IAF and WISY. Long Ago follows the pattern of UTS and ABMB and bumps up the beat leading into Daydream Interlude. Kinda brings the album full circle starting with Fantasy and ending with DI. Now, I know Looking In is the last song. I see it as a P.S song. At that point, I think MC was done with her marriage to Tommy. She waited until the album had run its course before moving on. The album is perfect as it stands, no ifs, ands, or buts about it. If that makes me full of it, then I'm guilty as charged. (Sunday 7 September 2025; 06:46) this is a reply to message 110,973

Daydream (110,973) by MusicfanJ from Germany But "Long ago" sounds more urban than "Slipping away". Anyway I think "Daydream" is pure perfection as it is. But it's interesting that "Open arms" seems to be a less favourite here. For me it's one of her best covers. It's on the top 5 for sure. (Saturday 6 September 2025; 15:02)

Daydream (110,979) by Stacey from USA Agreed Bill. Daydream is perfectly sequenced from beginning to end. (Saturday 6 September 2025; 22:04) this is a reply to message 110,969

Daydream (110,969) by Bill from the UK I agree, the intro to One Night is as good as any of her other iconic intros, but then it just sounds like one big mess beyond that point with really immature lyrics etc. It would have really thrown the album off kilter. I would have maybe kept the intro only as an interlude to "Side 2", but the rest of the song can go spin for all I care. Daydream really is a masterstroke from beginning to end. (Saturday 6 September 2025; 11:02)

Daydream (110,966) by Stacey from USA While One Night delivers amazing vocals, the song feels like two unfinished songs smashed together. It just doesn't work, IMHO. I'm glad it wasn't included on Daydream. Same with Slipping Away. I absolutely love SA, but again SA doesn't fit with the whole vibe of Daydream. Each song flows into the next. It is pouring rain right now. Perfect time to play some Daydream. (Saturday 6 September 2025; 03:28) this is a reply to message 110,961

Daydream (110,961) by Edward from USA I can understand why "One Night" didn't make the final cut. While it definitely possesses the "Daydream" voice and delivery, its subject doesn't go well with the theme of the album. (Friday 5 September 2025; 20:28)

When I saw you (110,942) by Stacey from USA Such a beautiful album from beginning to end. But you all know how I feel about Daydream. I can't love it enough. (Thursday 4 September 2025; 21:27) this is a reply to message 110,936

When I saw you (110,936) by TJ from Norway I've been revisiting Daydream lately, and just have to say her voice is so perfect on that track. Worth a listen. (Thursday 4 September 2025; 15:21)

Year end record? (110,877) by Stacey from USA Thanks for the shout out. Life is too short to take everything so seriously. Laughter is the best medicine. (Monday 1 September 2025; 03:27) this is a reply to message 110,863

Year end record? (110,863) by Bobby A from United States I have noticed that too. It's like we all knew 2025 would be the start of a new era. Bill, Dove, Lighty from China and Libra Lamb are back. We welcomed this year Giovanni, Lambi, and Baby from Dreamville. T is posting more this year. Randy came out of hibernation. Stacey makes me laugh. Terna and Shezz are great analysts. Mimi is our Tamron Hall with her great insight and commentary. Zachariah is my best friend now. Edward looks for my Saturday post to refute my claims. Lol. I don't want the number #1 slot at the end of the year. I want another board member to be #1. We are all family in the land of Mariah Carey. (Sunday 31 August 2025; 19:13)

Unexpected allies (110,751) by Stacey from USA Because it's my daughter's 17th birthday. Duh. (Thursday 28 August 2025; 00:58) this is a reply to message 110,741

Unexpected allies (110,741) by Bobby A from United States Go Team Swifties. Why is everyone now choosing the September 26th? Lol. I think MC is going to do well the first week. I posted on X that she will sell 300K-320K physical sales because of what Gamma has planned two weeks before 09.26. (Wednesday 27 August 2025; 19:12)

Rumor tracklist with a grain of salt (110,733) by Stacey from USA Make sure in the writing credits my name reads "Stacey (wannabe be OG fan)". (Wednesday 27 August 2025; 03:46) this is a reply to message 110,726

Rumor tracklist with a grain of salt (110,726) by Edward from USA Of course, my dear. I'm getting all of our names together. (Wednesday 27 August 2025; 00:27)

I am in the minority on Caution (110,732) by Stacey from USA I'll take a freeze pop any day, lol. Blue Raspberry is my favorite. I love GML. (Wednesday 27 August 2025; 03:44) this is a reply to message 110,719

I am in the minority on Caution (110,719) by Randy from USA My favorite song is GTFO and I think the first four songs make the album. Its second half is lazy. Stacey I love you like a freeze-pop but Giving Me Life sounds like a Me, Myself and I knockoff. It also kinda irks me as gay slang that she got from Kristofer Buckle. I'm gay yall don't have a cow. At least, I was gay last time I checked. The Distance has real cheerleaders on a slow song? When I think of cheerleaders on a song Toni Basil's Mickey, Gwen Stefani's Hollaback Girl or MCs Up Out My Face maybe. All uptempos and it seems out of place on The Distance. One More Gen is boring, I barely remember it. Eighth Grade's hook is stuck in my head but it's not great MC material. Finally, Portrait to me is the second worse introspective MC song, barely better than I Wish You Well (which I've been telling you all for years is a rant, not a song). If MIAMTEC is my "I Don't Know Her" album, Caution is my "I Don't Know Her, But I've Met Her" album. I hope I know HFIA. (Tuesday 26 August 2025; 19:04)

Here For It All (110,709) by Stacey from USA I absolutely adore Giving Me Life. It's so different, so haunting of a melody. (Tuesday 26 August 2025; 03:13) this is a reply to message 110,699

Here For It All (110,699) by Shezz from Pk Bobby A, in a way I'm glad those two are the radio/TikTok friendly songs which means the rest of the album is less "trendy" and trying to capture the younger audience and is more mature. Over the last few albums, her deep/album cuts have always been superior to the singles. I loved "Giving me life", "8th grade", "Caution" and "One mo gen" from Caution. I'm looking forward to the 70s inspired Anderson .Paak song, Paul McCartney cover, Clark Sisters song and HFIA. I'm sure there'll be a lot of good songs. At this point I hope lambs stop stressing about chart success for her singles. Even if she were to release "Heartbreaker" today, she'd barely chart. I'm just happy she's finally putting something out that she enjoyed making and is proud of (despite what her demeanor says). Nostradamous says one song is very reminiscent of "Through the rain" - though I really doubt they've listened to any songs yet themselves. I hope the VMAs performance is well produced and executed. Apparently right after, she'll head to Brazil early to shoot a video and a press tour. May God give her the energy to pull off all the promotion well everywhere. She'll have lots to do in the US when she's back. Personally, I don't think she's disinterested in the project at all, it's just her physical and psychological state that she can't control. (Monday 25 August 2025; 14:27)

Article: Mariah Carey to receive Video Vanguard Award (110,675) by Stacey from USA TTR is visually stunning especially with all the sunflowers at the end, an obvious homage to her dad Alfred Roy. Some of my favorite videos are: Heartbreaker ABMB ATYNAF remix Obsessed Joy to the World Celebration Mix Fantasy (Saturday 23 August 2025; 20:09) this is a reply to message 110,664

Article: Mariah Carey to receive Video Vanguard Award (110,664) by Zachariah from Croatia My favorite one is for sure Through The Rain. Such a great song and message. (Saturday 23 August 2025; 13:35)

Songs Mariah should cover (110,622) by Stacey from USA Oh my yes, her band intro was a favorite moment of mine too. I dragged my younger sister to the concert, lol. She liked a few MC songs but wasn't a bigger fan like myself. That was the tour where fans picked from a list of songs one song for her to sing. Can't Take That Away was chosen. I sat 15 rows back, dead center. Anyway, fun memories to remember. (Thursday 21 August 2025; 14:39) this is a reply to message 110,618

Songs Mariah should cover (110,618) by TJ from Norway I was on low budget and took the bus to Stockholm to see her in 2003 (and some weeks later I went to Paris). I loved how she introduced her band at those concerts. (Thursday 21 August 2025; 06:23)

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