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About Stacey from USA: Been a fan since 1993. Take your drama somewhere else. I'm too old to deal with it and so are you. Peace.

One era to relive again (113,037) by Stacey from USA 100% agree. I remember getting my hands on a mp3 containing clips of all TEOM songs before its release. I was blown away. It felt like Daydream part II was on the horizon. Something big was about the blow up. My favorite MC clap back was when Barbara Walters interviewed her as part of her Oscars special. BW asked MC what do you say about all those who counted you out? MC responded, "Well if they counted me out, they will just have to count me back in." Fierce. Is TEOM my favorite album? No. But, it's definitely my favorite era. Everyone had written her off. There is nothing I love more than a great comeback story. Talent always wins out. Yet, to come back in such a way. Even radio had to play WBT. It was such a massive hit. Mariah didn't just come back. She kicked the door open with that "take that" attitude. I love it. (Friday 16 January 2026; 19:56) this is a reply to message 113,034

One era to relive again (113,034) by Bobby A from United States TEOM/2005 is one era that I wish could relive again. MC came back hard after the industry had basically written her off. I started calling MC "my girl" during this era. It was a great time for the Lambily and the new Lambs. Some of JD's, Bryan Michael Cox's, and Johnta Austin's best songs are on TEOM. (Friday 16 January 2026; 07:29)

Reddit thread - save one MC song from each album (113,016) by Stacey from USA MC - Vanishing Emotions - Till the End of Time MTV - Make It Happen MB - All I Ever Wanted Daydream - Looking In Butterfly - The Beautiful Ones #1s - When You Believe Rainbow - Crybaby Glitter - Lead The Way CB - Irresistible TEOM - It's Like That E=MC2 - I'm That Chick MOAIA - Angels Cry MIAM - You Don't Know What To Do Caution - Giving Me Life HFIA - Nothing Is Impossible (Thursday 15 January 2026; 02:33) this is a reply to message 113,012

Reddit thread - save one MC song from each album (113,012) by TJ from Norway A quick list: MC - All In Your Mind Emotions - If It's Over MTV - Emotions MB - Music Box Daydream - Fantasy Butterfly - The Beautiful Ones #1's - Vision of Love (sneaky of me) Glitter - Last Night A DJ Saved My Life CB - Clown (or My Saving Grace, I can't decide) TEOM - It's Like That E=MC2 - I'll Be Loving You Long Time MOAIA - Up Out My Face MIAM - #Beautiful Caution - GTFO HFIA - I Really Don't Know (Wednesday 14 January 2026; 23:08)

Deep cuts album (112,995) by Stacey from USA 100% agree. I've never understood the need to "bare it all". I think in Mariah's case, she had been controlled in all aspects of her life for so many years, she swung the pendulum too far the other way once she left TM. I get why she was trying to make a statement. I just don't understand the need to go about it the way she did. (Tuesday 13 January 2026; 17:51) this is a reply to message 112,992

Deep cuts album (112,992) by Dave from USA Her earlier works definitely sound more grown and refined compared to some of her later work. I have always loved "Alone in Love" as one of her better deep cuts. Just a beautiful song and her voice sounds so relaxed and soulful. Certainly more adult oriented material. I think the shift happened around the Rainbow album. While I was excited when "Heartbreaker" came out, especially with the work/money that went into the video, once I saw the album artwork, there was a moment that I asked myself "Why MC? You don't need to take off the clothes to keep the light on you." (Tuesday 13 January 2026; 16:25)

Channeled message (112,991) by Stacey from USA The thing I've always admired about MC's songwriting is her ability to put into words all the crazy emotions I am feeling. The other day I listened to HFIA in my car. Nothing is Impossible started to play. I listened to this song more intently than I had before. What a masterpiece. Sure her voice isn't what it use to be, but listening to NII sung twice at the end with the piano ending the song, I marvel at her talent still. I can only imagine the look of personal satisfaction once that song was finished. HFIA is an absolute gem. Here is hoping for a few more moments to show how amazing that album is. (Tuesday 13 January 2026; 15:55) this is a reply to message 112,985

Channeled message (112,985) by Dove from United States What makes a song good is that it makes you feel something. Sometimes I think about how Mariah's voice is not as majestic as what it once was and it makes me feel a little bit sad. Before, she could make me feel something with just her voice alone. But then I think about people who don't have the most impressive voices who are still able to make us feel something. Taylor Swift comes to mind. (Britney too although what she makes me feel is different. Her songs make me feel young, fun, and carefree.) Mariah is still a a good singer. I think she needs to dig deep and write songs that are more than superficial right now. (Although, fun/superficial songs have their place too.) I feel like collectively people are experiencing a huge shift and we're going through a portal. Mariah is anointed. She needs to tap in. The world needs her voice. Mariah please tap in (to source) and deliver us messages that will help us make it through what we're about to go through. Release them digitally for free as they come as charity to the world. When you have 10 songs, release them on an album. Eventually your descendants will be compensated for your contribution. Sometimes messages come through me. That one was for Mariah. I do apologize for making anybody feel uncomfortable who doesn't believe in this stuff but I felt a strong urge to share it here. We (here) are connected to Mariah on the ether. I'm about to go complete offline before the New Year (Spring equinox) and I probably won't be coming on here in a very long while but I wish the best for everyone and hope to see you all on the other side of this. I love you guys. (Tuesday 13 January 2026; 00:52)

Deep cuts album (112,990) by Stacey from USA Till the End of Time is one of those deep cuts that doesn't get enough credit (outside of this board). Absolute emotional masterpiece. Still annoyed at stupid Sony for denying Can't Let Go a #1 title. Ugh. So deserving of one. (Tuesday 13 January 2026; 15:50) this is a reply to message 112,984

Deep cuts album (112,984) by MusicfanJ from Germany "When I listen to the album, it feels like Mariah's most 'adult' album despite it coming so early in her career." I absolutely agree. The album always seemed so grown-up and classy. I love that. It's still one of her best records. Always in the shadow from Music Box, but such an outstanding work by such a young Mariah, which makes it even more considerable. The melodies and lyrics, pure poetic art. (Monday 12 January 2026; 18:19)

Celine was out of line (112,963) by Stacey from USA Who knew Elsa would have the best advice ever. Celine is not some devil incarnate people make her out to be. Mariah never understood why people continously tried to pit her against Whitney. Well, I don't understand this drive some have to pit MC against Celine. Let's just enjoy the fact we lived through hearing the greatest voices of our generation - Celine, Whitney, and MC - let it go. (Friday 9 January 2026; 06:51) this is a reply to message 112,957

Celine was out of line (112,957) by Bill from the UK It was 28 years ago petal. Let it go. (Thursday 8 January 2026; 20:10)

Was Celine the original JLo? (112,915) by Stacey from USA Through all the posts I've read on this thread, you are the only one who gets it. There was no controversy. Aretha was asking for volunteers to join in the fun and Celine raised her hand and joined in. Simple. Dare I say MC was a bit jealous of Celine? In that her voice wasn't as sharp as Celine's voice? Could you see MC pulling off Celine's rift that night? Look, I love both artists, for different reasons. Stop playing one against the other. Both are amazing singers with amazing careers. Peace. (Monday 5 January 2026; 01:57) this is a reply to message 112,913

Was Celine the original JLo? (112,913) by Mimi L. from Empower Your Highlighter Haha call me a hater but JLo deserves the shade. She's incredibly fake, has no moral compass when it came to using other artists' material to get fame (so many of her songs have vocals from other singers she passed off as her own, she also stole from Usher) and basically is full of herself. Is she the only one at fault? No because Tommy facilitated it and JLo took what she could to advance in her career. But yes Céline is an angel and super sweet so I definitely disagree with Mariah's treatment of her. I don't think she should have made statements about Celine's Divas performance. (Sunday 4 January 2026; 23:52)

Hibernation (112,910) by Stacey from USA I loved this video. It is definitely hard taking down the Christmas decorations. My house looks so bare. Maybe that's why I loathe the month of January, lol. (Sunday 4 January 2026; 18:48) this is a reply to message 112,902

Hibernation (112,902) by Terna from Nigeria Back into hibernation? Haha. It's too early to take the tree down though. (Sunday 4 January 2026; 13:53)

Was Celine the original JLo? (112,866) by Stacey from USA Exactly. It was a hard pill for me to swallow. I had to resolve my expectations for MC's music vs Mariah's new direction. I found myself having to accept MC's new direction Butterfly onward and find my beauty within that direction. So while an album like Glitter isn't my fancy, man I'm glad she made it because we got a song like Lead the Way. (Friday 2 January 2026; 03:42) this is a reply to message 112,856

Was Celine the original JLo? (112,856) by Jamie from UK I'd say it was more because Céline stuck to her trade. Mariah post 96 lost a lot of support with the direction she took. I'm not personally saying it was a bad thing, as I like both directions she had. But she lost a lot of fans who didn't like the change. (Thursday 1 January 2026; 16:13)

Article: Mariah Carey's twins tower over her (112,795) by Stacey from USA It is the typical "Mom forced us to take a picture" teenager look, lol. I have three teenagers. (Monday 29 December 2025; 19:16) this is a reply to message 112,794

Article: Mariah Carey's twins tower over her (112,794) by MusicfanJ from Germany I think Monroe doesn't look so happy on the pic. Or is it the typical teen look? No smile. Rocky is trying to be cool. Lol. But I'm sure they are not forced to wear the sweaters. But they now have a difficult age. The "easy" years are over. Mariah please keep them grounded. I'm always shocked how bizarre some kids from celebrities are. Mariah's kids always seemed very nice. (Monday 29 December 2025; 17:39)

The demo tape (112,704) by Stacey from USA Exactly. Legally, what Eric said is what should happen. Will it? Nope. Here's hoping someone gets the "illegal" bug and releases those songs, lol. What a treat that would be. (Monday 15 December 2025; 23:16) this is a reply to message 112,695

The demo tape (112,695) by Edward from USA They can digitize it and leak it. I'm pretty sure that's not the only copy out there in the wild. That's what's going to eventually happen anyway. (Monday 15 December 2025; 12:00)

Here For It All Christmas (112,643) by Stacey from USA I love HFIA. It reminds me of the debut, Emotions, and Music Box. Not in terms of vocals and lyrics, but the simple fact it's just Mariah and the music. No rappers *coughs JD* refusing to shut up. Just MC and the music. When you're so talented, that's all you need. (Wednesday 10 December 2025; 17:59) this is a reply to message 112,636

Here For It All Christmas (112,636) by jaker20 from US Actually, I think the album is really a new step for her, she's embracing her current voice and hopefully taking a new artistic direction as her next step in her art. No over-stylized vocal, overly dramatic and lyrics about desperation and heavy emotional suffering over long lost love, and negative emotional heartbreak etc. etc. Just understated, soft and calm non-screaming vocals and messages of love, gentle optimism and inspiration in her lyrics that fans know her, but many likely don't. It's a back to basics, easy listening, adult-contemporary, just think of Music Box which many don't even know is great a song in her album. Or inspirational gospel-adjacent 70-80s turn of the decade breezy feeling sound. I hope she bring that back, some people are so negative and grouchy these days maybe they need it. And that could be new for her. Sure, they're not blockbuster top of the charts sounding pop songs, but for someone who's got an iconic song topping song breaking records for the gen z, why should she make more for the charts. This is a new direction for her and I hope she keeps on making them if the studios allow it. (Wednesday 10 December 2025; 02:03)

Would you rather? (112,616) by Stacey from USA I don't get it either. TS has a mediocre voice at best. I'd like to see her sing Hero. (Saturday 6 December 2025; 22:24) this is a reply to message 112,606

Would you rather? (112,606) by TJ from Norway I really don't understand why TS is so popular. It's like people are under a spell. (Saturday 6 December 2025; 09:45)

Would you rather? (112,605) by Stacey from USA Agreed. Add to the fact that to see an original Christmas song achieve this record is unique. (Saturday 6 December 2025; 08:38) this is a reply to message 112,604

Would you rather? (112,604) by Edward from USA I would go with scenario #1. Taylor is still young and massively popular, she's only seven songs away from catching Mariah's 19 #1s, and with the way she releases albums, she'll hit that sooner rather than later. She doesn't even need a traditional single; she can take over the top 12 positions on Hot 100 on pure sales alone. I think that the "most #1s" record isn't safe long-term, but extending the run for AIWFCIY to 21 weeks or more is a record we won't see broken in our lifetime. (Saturday 6 December 2025; 01:44)

Spotify 2025 (112,599) by Stacey from USA See, look what happens when I use my powers for good, lol. (Friday 5 December 2025; 05:59) this is a reply to message 112,596

Spotify 2025 (112,596) by TJ from Norway I was thinking of her, since Daydream was number one. Could be that all the talk about that album has influenced me. (Thursday 4 December 2025; 17:36)

2026 Plans for Here For It All? (112,598) by Stacey from USA I'm still miffed we didn't get anything for Daydream's 30th anniversary. (Thursday 4 December 2025; 20:54) this is a reply to message 112,595

2026 Plans for Here For It All? (112,595) by BFF from United States Has anyone heard anything about what will happen in the New Year? Are there still plans to release a deluxe edition of HFIA? The Mimi Anniversary is over, so surely there will be some kind of tour dates and/or residencies planned for 2026. I still wish they had released the album a bit earlier in 2025 so it wasn't competing for attention with Celebration of Mimi and Christmas engagements. (Thursday 4 December 2025; 16:00)

Spotify 2025 (112,592) by Stacey from USA Edward, I told you not to say anything. You're grounded. Go to your room. No TV. (Thursday 4 December 2025; 06:00) this is a reply to message 112,590

Spotify 2025 (112,590) by Edward from USA Sorry, but I have to snitch. It was Stacey. (Thursday 4 December 2025; 02:07)

My Love (112,583) by Stacey from USA I am so glad MC released Lead The Way. She has said that is her favorite song off Glitter. It's mine too. The song has that same emotional build up and release like Till The End of Time. I let out a big sigh of release when those songs end. (Tuesday 2 December 2025; 17:32) this is a reply to message 112,579

My Love (112,579) by Bill from the UK Lead the Way was the only hold over from Butterfly, and that - thankfully - found its way onto Glitter. (Tuesday 2 December 2025; 07:02)

A little life update (112,464) by Stacey from USA Absolutely. Kids do have a mind of their own. I thought I might have had a breakthrough during the summer of 2017. My kids loved listening to the "you don't know" song aka You Don't Know What To Do as we drove to swimming lessons. They were 9, 7, and 4 at the time. But alas, Minecraft, Roblox, Nintendo Switch, art, drawing, etc are more important. I will say my 17 year old daughter calls Mariah the queen of Christmas. She says no Christmas music before Halloween since "the queen hasn't thawed yet". She loved this year's It's Time video. So, all is not lost, I guess. (Friday 21 November 2025; 16:40) this is a reply to message 112,462

A little life update (112,462) by Mimi L. from Empower Your Highlighter You all are so sweet and I thank you so much for sending in your well wishes and advice. RA, Dove, Edward, Stacey, TJ, Randy, Zachariah, Bill, Lighthy, thank you for your kind words, truly makes me feel loved. Stacey and TJ oh boy I thought if I started them young they'll be influenced but kids nowadays have a mind of their own hahah but I promise to keep trying. Lighty, hahaha promise I won't name her that. Lol I changed that during the Stella era because of Stella's extreme highlight and contour haha I should change it. I will definitely keep you guys posted (Friday 21 November 2025; 11:20)

A little life update (112,459) by Stacey from USA I failed, lol. None of my kids latched on to MC despite her playing a lot, I mean a lot in my house, car, you name it. Oh well, Mimi L might have better luck than I did. (Friday 21 November 2025; 03:30) this is a reply to message 112,454

A little life update (112,454) by TJ from Norway Wonderful news. My father tried to influence me on The Beatles, The Who, Deep Purple, Uriah Heep, Rolling Stones and so on with no luck. You can't imagine how many discussions we have had, and still have about music. I sent him some songs of SUD, and that was interesting music in his eyes. My mom hated Mariah as I grew up because of her high notes, and the fact that I played them over and over again on big speakers (sometimes hanging out of the windows so everyone in a miles radius could hear me playing All in Your Mind on repeat). Later on, like 10 years ago, she heard Hero on the radio and had to admit that Mariah was all right. Her PTSD from the 90's was long gone. Lol. I think you should hear with Stacey if she was able to transfer her "Mariah madness" on her kids, or if she failed like my father. Anyway, I wish you a healthy pregnancy and all the best. As a teacher, my advice would be: keep her away from iPads and screens for the first two years. (Thursday 20 November 2025; 18:08)

A little life update (112,453) by Stacey from USA Congratulations. Being a mom is the best job. It's the hardest job. Lots of peaks and valleys, but oh so worth it. Sending you lots of good vibes for a healthy and happy baby. (Thursday 20 November 2025; 17:58) this is a reply to message 112,447

A little life update (112,447) by Mimi L. from Empower Your Highlighter I wanted to share some good news with my little MCA family, it's also the reason I've been MIA mostly the past few months. My husband and I are expecting our first baby, a little baby girl. You best believe she will be introduced to Mariah really early on so we will have a baby lamb joining the lambily soon. Who knows down the line Eric may have a new member join this board haha. Keep us in your thoughts and prayers. Promise I won't be influenced by Nick Cannon's baby names. (Thursday 20 November 2025; 12:44)

I won't allow it (112,443) by Stacey from USA Why don't you just tattoo a "kick me" sign on the back of their heads. Oh my, those poor kids. Just wait until junior high kids get a hold of those names. (Wednesday 19 November 2025; 18:08) this is a reply to message 112,442

I won't allow it (112,442) by Dove from United States Rise Messiah and Legendary Love for a boy are definitely the worst. (Wednesday 19 November 2025; 14:34)

Article: Mariah Carey's rare demo tape hits auction (112,416) by Stacey from USA Thanks. It was fun collecting stuff for a time. I've been listening to Christmas music for a week now. I can't help myself, lol. I love this time of year. It always goes by so fast. I grew up listening to the classics. That's what I listen to now. (Sunday 16 November 2025; 19:21) this is a reply to message 112,403

Article: Mariah Carey's rare demo tape hits auction (112,403) by TJ from Norway I remember that you sold your collection. I was impressed. I still buy some stuff, but it's collection dust, as I said earlier. It's my guilty pleasure. I can't wait until December 1st, when I finally can listen to some Christmas music. Mariah for the joy and fun, Connie Francis for the nostalgia. Her version of "Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas " and "White Christmas " are my favourite Christmas songs. Everyone on this board should have a listening session to both songs. (Saturday 15 November 2025; 20:13)

Article: Mariah Carey's rare demo tape hits auction (112,389) by Stacey from USA I had a huge collection back in the day. I collected mostly CD promos and rare commercial releases. I was after all kinds of different versions of songs. My collecting days brought me to this website. I trusted Eric's discography as accurate for legit releases vs fakes. I even have a few items listed on his discography. I sold off my collection around 2008 as I was pregnant with my first baby. My priorities had changed. The music landscape was changing away from cool promo CDs to something more digital. It was fun for a time. I met some amazing fellow collectors. But ultimately it was time to move on. (Friday 14 November 2025; 18:08) this is a reply to message 112,381

Article: Mariah Carey's rare demo tape hits auction (112,381) by TJ from Norway I just wonder if she will ever release that demo? That is something I really would love to add to my collection. It's on the shelf collecting dust, but it's mine. I could never get rid of that collection, but I don't play cds that much because the cd player is not in the living room, and I really need a new sound system at home. How about you guys? Do you still have a physical collection? Maybe you never had a collection at all? (Thursday 13 November 2025; 16:06)

In The Mix (112,359) by Stacey from USA Well said, Edward. I echo your sentiments. I've have stayed away from the current topics over the past week. I need some joy in my life. That's why I choose to focus on the music, the amazing Christmas albums MC has blessed us with. The first one is obviously my favorite. I thank TM every holiday season for encouraging MC to release a Christmas album, when it wasn't such a popular thing to do, especially for someone so new in her career. My ringtone is set to AIWFCIY, the tree is up, lights are on outside, and Tis the Season is burning in my house. "I don't want a lot for Christmas..." you know the rest. (Wednesday 12 November 2025; 04:09) this is a reply to message 112,340

In The Mix (112,340) by Edward from USA I'm in a good mood and don't want to open the door to the kind of diatribe that would follow. We really don't need that on the board right now, things are already tough as it is. I'll say this though: some people here tend to take things way too personally, and honestly, it's not that serious. This board has always been a little dysfunctional, and I think that's part of what keeps us coming back. If it weren't that way, it would be pretty damn boring. Sometimes we just need to drop the victim mentality and grow a thicker skin. For example, in the past two weeks, three of my messages haven't been posted, but you don't see me complaining to Eric or accusing him of favoritism. I later understood why he probably chose not to post them. I may disagree with some of you from time to time, but I never take it personal. In fact, I think that mix of personalities is what keeps us all glued to this little corner of the internet. Still, it's true, sometimes you can sense bitterness or unhappiness in certain people's posts, almost like they're just looking for a reason to start a fight. Whatever those people are going through, I genuinely wish them well. (Tuesday 11 November 2025; 03:58)

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