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About Jamie from UK: Mariah fan since 1990, favourite album is Music Box, Favourite song is Can't Let Go.

Michael Jackson collab (112,188) by Jamie from UK I love MJ but I've never gotten why the [Thriller] album was so successful, even to this day it's the best selling album. It's great but not that great. I prefer Dangerous any day. (Saturday 1 November 2025; 02:21) this is a reply to message 112,179

Michael Jackson collab (112,179) by Libra Lamb from USA I remember the 25th Anniversary of Thriller, I ran to Target the day it come out to buy it. I still have it but haven't played it in a while. It is such a good album. Thriller would've been my first pick too for a collaboration. I think MJ has quite a few songs that would be considered classic, not just one or two. (Friday 31 October 2025; 18:54)

3 albums (112,171) by Jamie from UK Defo Emotions for the soul, Music Box because it's my favourite and Butterfly for the gangster in me. (Friday 31 October 2025; 15:53) this is a reply to message 112,155

3 albums (112,155) by TJ from Norway Let's say that for some reason everyone on earth forgot all of MCs albums except 3 of them. Which 3 albums from her catalogue would you keep for everyone to enjoy? And why? (Friday 31 October 2025; 06:40)

Non-single deep cuts playlist (112,160) by Jamie from UK Sent From Up Above To Be Around You All I've Ever Wanted Melt Away Babydoll After Tonight Lead The Way I Only Wanted To The Floor Migrate More Than Just Friends Make it Look Good Caution My Love (Friday 31 October 2025; 10:46) this is a reply to message 112,157

Non-single deep cuts playlist (112,157) by Lambi from USA A playlist I use as a secret weapon for pulling people deeper into MC's discography. It's a thrill seeing them secretly shazam it. It's made up of non-single deep cuts from each of Mariah's album (excluding holiday): 1. Vanishing (MC) 2. So Blessed (Emotions) 3. Music Box (MB) 4. Underneath The Stars (Daydream) 5. Close My Eyes (Butterfly) 6. Bliss (Rainbow) 7. Reflections (Glitter) 8. The One (Charm) 9. Joy Ride (TEOM) 10. Love Story (E=MC2) 11. Inseparable (MOAIA) 12. Dedicated (MIAMTEC) 13. One Mo' Gen (Caution) 14. Nothing Is Impossible (HFIA) Curious what would yours look like? (Friday 31 October 2025; 09:39)

Angels (The Prelude) (112,159) by Jamie from UK I see this is at number 14 on USA iTunes songs chart and 86 in UK all because of TikTok. (Friday 31 October 2025; 10:33)

HFIA Japan (112,158) by Jamie from UK Yeah this version is on the digital release from Mariah Store. (Friday 31 October 2025; 10:31) this is a reply to message 112,154

HFIA Japan (112,154) by Edward from USA Just got my copy of "HFIA" (Japan Edition). Surprisingly, it has 13 tracks. Track 4 is "Sugar Sweet" (Solo Version), and it's different from the solo version one on YouTube. It seems like Mariah went back to the studio and added an almost lazy-sounding short sort of verse in place of Kehlani's part. Track 12 is "Type Dangerous" (DJ Snake Remix), I love this one. And Track 13 is "Sugar Sweet" ft. Kehlani and Shenseea. (Friday 31 October 2025; 02:55)

Here For It All (111,947) by Jamie from UK I've still got my magazines. I forgot about those, they were great. (Friday 17 October 2025; 13:32) this is a reply to message 111,919

Here For It All (111,919) by Edward from USA If I'm not mistaken, they were called Mariah's 3: MCArchives, MariahDaily, and MariahHero. Eric probably remembers that better. [Webmaster: The third one was MariahConnection.] MariahHero was the first to go, the webmaster got upset because Mariah toured but skipped his country. Back then, that site was a goldmine for MP3s and media. Years later, MariahDaily shut down too. Their news section was amazing great, but their message board never took off because you couldn't speak freely or say anything remotely critical about Mariah, so it turned into a total snooze fest. Then we had this site, which had the best discography archive, singles, international releases, everything. Eric eventually stopped updating once Mariah stop releasing physical singles. I don't remember all the details, but I recall Eric used to release a magazine-style collection of Mariah photos until he got hit with a cease and desist, and that was that. MCArchives outlived them all because this board has always kept it real. Sure, we're a little dysfunctional at times, but there's always been a balance. Plenty of people have tried to turn this place into another "MariahDaily" echo chamber, but thankfully, they never succeeded. If it were for the "yass queens" or the oversensitive ones, we wouldn't be here. What's kept this board great is that we've always been able to have different opinions. Back when fans first started noticing Mariah's voice changing, and many were deep in denial, there were basically two groups here: the UK Gang and the US Gang. Moderation was minimal, so blood was constantly spilled on the board. Some fans were so blinded by devotion that even when Mariah's boobs finally came out of the closet became they were impossible to hide, they still swore they were so big due to her wearing push-up bras. Eventually most of those fans came to their senses when those push up bras didn't seem to work for their own bosoms. Those were the days. (Thursday 16 October 2025; 17:33)

In Your Feelings (111,785) by Jamie from UK Why does it need saving? The album is fantastic, a mature body of work that we have been waiting for, for a long time. Good quality songs that touch the heart. Who exactly does the era need saving from? From what I've read on here most fans are happy and are enjoying the music. Isn't that what it's about? Like many have said to chart top 10 after 35 years is amazing. Nothing needs saving in my eyes. Thank you Mariah for giving us this gem. (Friday 10 October 2025; 09:36) this is a reply to message 111,777

In Your Feelings (111,777) by T from USA I think IYF is the only shot she could have at saving this era with a song. But it needs a duet, it needs Bruno Mars. It's the only song on the album that is fresh in a way that it doesn't sound exactly like something she's done before but it at the same time it slightly harkens back to her glory 2005 days. The diamonds throughout the album artwork is cool, she's a rich bitch and she knows it. (Thursday 9 October 2025; 17:20)

Dallas Austin (111,765) by Jamie from UK Could just be Mariah doesn't like his work or him. I'm sure if she had wanted too she would have. Or it could be that they both had other commitments. (Wednesday 8 October 2025; 09:19) this is a reply to message 111,748

Dallas Austin (111,748) by T from USA I would've loved a twelfth track produced and co-written by Atlanta's best Dallas Austin. I wonder why Mariah has never worked with him. He has a long history with LA Reid and is good friends with JD. Strange they never sent Mariah his way. (Tuesday 7 October 2025; 02:38)

Article: Mariah Carey debuts in Billboard's top 10 (111,753) by Jamie from UK Very valid point there Bill, 7 is fantastic considering no hit single. I love this album, at this point in her career the music rather than the charts is more important. (Tuesday 7 October 2025; 11:19) this is a reply to message 111,752

Article: Mariah Carey debuts in Billboard's top 10 (111,752) by Bill from the UK So Mariah, and nobody else for that matter, is not going to sell 10 million copies of an album in 2025. With these "pathetic" numbers she charted at number 7 on the Billboard 200. The album was also not proceeded by any sort of hit single (let's be real here), so to my mind it's done pretty well. I don't see any other legacy artists from her prime time doing similar numbers or, indeed, still putting out new music. Remember Janet Jackson? Whatever happened to her? 10 years since her last album. (Tuesday 7 October 2025; 10:24)

HFIA sales etc (111,724) by Jamie from UK Exactly this. (Sunday 5 October 2025; 14:51) this is a reply to message 111,722

HFIA sales etc (111,722) by TheWind from England HFIA is Mariah's best album in years. I never expected her to chart like she did in the 90s, and I think people should lay off the blame game. Mariah has locked in and worked her ass off. She produced a cohesive album, a mature and excellently produced album. Blame Mariah, blame gamma, blame the industry. Do whatever you want, but I'm gonna stay over here and enjoy the best music she has produced in years. I'm proud of Mariah and whether she charts at 1, 4 or 7, that won't change. We know she has done something special, and should basque in that. (Sunday 5 October 2025; 10:55)

UK charts (111,701) by Jamie from UK Mariah has charted at number 31 on the official UK album chart. She charted at number 1 on the RnB chart though. I still wish they would have released an actual single for both SS and PTS. If you go on Wikipedia there is a cover for PTS on the singles information. I'm still loving the album and can't stop listening too it, shame it didn't chart higher here but it doesn't take away the fact that it's a great album. (Saturday 4 October 2025; 10:23)

Meanings of songs (111,638) by Jamie from UK Do we know which songs are about Taneka? Do we really know the true meaning of their split? I've read some articles about it being about wanting kids. Also I read an article in NY Times about him just costing Mariah too much as he wasn't bringing anything to the table. Some of the lyrics "bouncing off the walls", "withdrawals" lean more towards drug use, is this about him or Nick? (Wednesday 1 October 2025; 09:05)

Sugar Sweet Solo Version (111,637) by Jamie from UK Finally I got round to downloading my Mariah Shop version of HFIA with SW solo version on, mainly due to the fact my laptop I never use is slower than a snail. Wow much better with the Mariah second verse. This should have been the single for sure. I can’t stop listening to the album. (Wednesday 1 October 2025; 08:18)

Play That Song (111,624) by Jamie from UK I wish they would release an actual digital single download of Play That Song with a B-side and some remixes. Doesn't seem like the last two singles have actually been singles as no separate digital download. I guess it's to draw more people to the album. (Tuesday 30 September 2025; 16:42)

Hey Gamma (111,623) by Jamie from UK Oh I thought it was a great balance between that and HFIA. It's just great to see her so relaxed and involved on the Jimmy Fallon interview. She looks great, she's confident, she's very much present and she's coming across fantastically. It's not the usual questions so I'm definitely here for it. (Tuesday 30 September 2025; 16:27) this is a reply to message 111,621

Hey Gamma (111,621) by Rashidi Rahim Rick from Malaysia Can you please make sure Mariah is talking about Here For It All the album that mad us wait for 7 years, and not talking about that grunge album that is not officially released and does not need airtime during her interviews. All I see on social media is her snippets talking about that grunge album on Jimmy Fallon and other interviews and not Here For It All. Let's focus on Here For It All and have it shine, that grunge album can have its spotlights when it's time to release. (Tuesday 30 September 2025; 14:23)

Lamb emergency (111,617) by Jamie from UK She sounds immense. (Tuesday 30 September 2025; 12:44) this is a reply to message 111,608

Lamb emergency (111,608) by Tevin from USA Everyone this is not a drill, I repeat this is not a drill. Mariah is singing live again and sounding amazing. Here's the link to her Fallon performance tonight. She sounds great. (Tuesday 30 September 2025; 07:05)

Connection (111,598) by Jamie from UK I really feel like I've reconnected with Mariah with this album. The artistry in this album reminds me of who I fell in love with all those years ago. (Monday 29 September 2025; 11:54)

My Love (111,588) by Jamie from UK I have to agree Bill. I've just landed into Orlando and was listening to the album on my break, My Love is beautiful and the vocals too, I love your feelings too, the vocals are not as strong in the part when she says "picture" but otherwise I love it. She must have recorded different songs over a long period. I'm really loving the album vibe, it's very early Mariah and I also didn't think we would hear this sound again from her again. I would love another project with a similar vibe too, it has a [Music Box] and Daydream feel to it. (Sunday 28 September 2025; 22:46) this is a reply to message 111,575

My Love (111,575) by Bill from the UK I must have played My Love about 20 times yesterday. There was a certain magic about Mariah's early remakes - I'll Be There, Without You, Open Arms, the recently unearthed My Prayer - I didn't think that would be present or captured ever again, as it seemed to disappear over time. But wow, this has got to be one of her best ever. It's sung so beautifully, and the music, the background vocals, I can't believe something so wonderful is here at my disposal to enjoy whenever I want. If this is her last ever remake she does, she ended on an amazing high with this. I bet Paul is so proud and pleased with her interpretation. First class Mariah, I love you. (Sunday 28 September 2025; 10:09)

HFIA (111,562) by Jamie from UK Yes I'm loving it, this is Mariah, I just wish she hadn't waited so long to record songs like this again. The songs are quality, I'm used to the new vocals now but imagine these songs with Daydream locals. My Love I feel the vocals are most strongest on that song. (Saturday 27 September 2025; 19:02) this is a reply to message 111,559

HFIA (111,559) by ADAM from USA This is making me teary eyed now that you said that - HFIA is a mashup of The Wind, Looking In, Outside, Portrait, and something fresh. This is her last full album, I suspect she's fighting a private medical issue that she's keeping close to the vest. I think she's a real class act creating this masterpiece of a final album for her fans and children to keep. (Saturday 27 September 2025; 17:46)

Head scratcher (111,545) by Jamie from UK I feel the same. I don't even feel they match the rest of the album. (Saturday 27 September 2025; 11:49) this is a reply to message 111,541

Head scratcher (111,541) by Bill from the UK I don't understand why Type Dangerous and Sugar Sweet were chosen to launch the album when you had compositions like In Your Feelings, Nothing Is Impossible, and I Won't Allow It that are so much better, different to any other launch she's done before, and better represent the album's sound. It's to the point they sound somewhat out of place and I find myself skipping them so I stay in that 70s lane. I can't stop playing this album, it's so good. (Saturday 27 September 2025; 10:14)

Here For It Is (111,521) by Jamie from UK Probably her breakdown in 2001. (Friday 26 September 2025; 19:00) this is a reply to message 111,513

Here For It Is (111,513) by Nicole from US I love the album but the deep lyrics make me worry. What gruesome fall did she survive? And that lyric "Laugh through the tears till I'm gone" made me cry? Something seemed to have happened without us knowing and I'm so happy that she's still around with us. (Friday 26 September 2025; 15:52)

iTunes (111,508) by Jamie from UK She's number one here. (Friday 26 September 2025; 14:42) this is a reply to message 111,505

iTunes (111,505) by Webmaster Eric from the Netherlands According to Kworb, Mariah's new album is at number 1 in Brazil, Denmark, India, Netherlands, Singapore, Spain, Taiwan, and South-Africa. In the USA, she's at number 3 and in the UK at number 4. (Friday 26 September 2025; 12:58)

iTunes UK (111,504) by Jamie from UK Mariah is sitting at number 1 on UK iTunes. (Friday 26 September 2025; 12:46)

Article: Album review: Mariah Carey is Here For It All (111,495) by Jamie from UK I like Heavenly too. (Friday 26 September 2025; 09:47) this is a reply to message 111,479

Article: Album review: Mariah Carey is Here For It All (111,479) by Dove from United States Heavenly is one of my favorite songs. Ha ha ha. Beauty is in the ear of the listener. (Friday 26 September 2025; 03:12)

Love It (111,493) by Jamie from UK The album is great on first listen, feels like old Mariah at times. My only wish was that she had done more of these type of songs on previous later albums with her stronger voice as this is Mariah. (Friday 26 September 2025; 09:26)

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