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About Bill from the UK: I love Mariah more than you do. London Daydream Tour Attendee.

Mariah never lied or let anyone on (105,903) by Bill from the UK The debut era is so underrated. Once you get past the production of the album, and focus on the live performances, her voice, and the interviews you realise it was untouchable. Her look and vibe was just everything. I watch The First Vision any chance I can get. (Friday 8 March 2024; 17:52) this is a reply to message 105,899

Mariah never lied or let anyone on (105,899) by MusicfanJ from Germany How I love Mariah on the "First vision". So sweet. For me she was the ultimate American girl. So cool and beautiful. How can someone be so beautiful and sing like in her debut. It's almost too much. She has everything and is really blessed. I just miss a more natural MC. I also do believe inside she's the same. (Friday 8 March 2024; 12:42)

New layout (105,902) by Bill from the UK This new look is beautiful. Thank you. (Friday 8 March 2024; 17:50) this is a reply to message 105,900

New layout (105,900) by Terna from Nigeria Super cool Eric Webmaster. About time too. (Friday 8 March 2024; 16:03)

Yes, And? lyrics (105,539) by Bill from the UK Self-love and empowerment are better found in lyrics like Hero, Through the Rain, My Saving Grace, Fly Like a Bird and so on. It's a shame the woman who wrote lyrics like those found on Outside, Butterfly, My All, Looking In and Petals now sings about riding a D. I'll go back to playing Selfish on repeat all day. (Sunday 18 February 2024; 13:06) this is a reply to message 105,529

Yes, And? lyrics (105,529) by Matty from Vancouver Canada I get some people's objection to the profanities in the song, although this is music for adults, and radio plays clean versions. Profanities are just words, just like every other word. It's art and words are an expression of art. Anyways . What was odd to me is that some don't like the message of this song. it's extremely empowering. "Wear this stuff on your chest, be your own best friend. I'm done with hypocrisy" etc. it's extremely empowering and self assured. Aside for your view on curse words, why isn't this songs lyrics a flex of self love and empowerment? (Sunday 18 February 2024; 01:19)

MV snippet (105,525) by Bill from the UK Was it the instrumental? (Saturday 17 February 2024; 23:53) this is a reply to message 105,515

MV snippet (105,515) by Stacey from USA All is well. I found a clean remix version, lol. (Saturday 17 February 2024; 20:39)

MV snippet (105,506) by Bill from the UK With you on the profanity Stacey, absolutely no need for it. It's in so many songs these days. I'm still not completely over Mariah telling me to "get the [censored] out". In other news, here's my play count: Selfish - 400+ Yes And? remix - 1 (Saturday 17 February 2024; 13:31) this is a reply to message 105,501

MV snippet (105,501) by Stacey from USA I like the song. It's got 90s retro vibe all over it and I am totally on board, minus the cuss words. Ugh, someone find me a clean remix version. Stat. But, I digress. Given her last couple of songs (remember I Don't, Crapfinity, Save the Day), I'd say this is a huge improvement. Hopefully a new album continues in this direction. (Saturday 17 February 2024; 03:03)

Yes, and? (105,467) by Bill from the UK What does it mean when I prefer the AI Selfish over a real Mariah song? (Friday 16 February 2024; 08:49)

Music Box 30 (105,235) by Bill from the UK My CD arrived Friday, the packaging is beautiful. There's a nice paragraph from Mariah about the album and its impact in the fold out digipak, the booklet has some beautiful pictures from the Dreamlover, AYNAF and Never Forget You photoshoots, plus some others from the era. Many pics I've never seen before. The CDs all sound fab, especially Proctor's Theatre. (Saturday 3 February 2024; 17:11)

Look (105,222) by Bill from the UK I agree. That outfit was hideous. (Friday 2 February 2024; 18:23) this is a reply to message 105,212

Look (105,212) by Norman from USA Other than herself, I'm not sure who else to blame for that ensemble moment. To me, it looked like they ran out of time on a Project Runway episode. Oh, well. (Friday 2 February 2024; 10:13)

Tacking on two Memoirs songs to MIAMTEC (105,194) by Bill from the UK I would have added Triumphant and Almost Home personally. (Wednesday 31 January 2024; 14:07) this is a reply to message 105,193

Tacking on two Memoirs songs to MIAMTEC (105,193) by Mimi L. from Empower Your Highlighter I always thought it was because it fit the theme of the album of heartbreak and cheating etc. I wonder why she didn't just have 2 extra songs if she knew she was going to do a Target special or put the 2 Beautiful remixes there (the one that was released and the unreleased dance remix). (Wednesday 31 January 2024; 13:36)

Next Friday (105,156) by Bill from the UK The tracklisting for the CD and vinyl is the same as the digital versions. I am excited though to see what is in the liner notes/booklet and if there are any photographs from the era previously unreleased. (Sunday 28 January 2024; 15:03) this is a reply to message 105,154

Next Friday (105,154) by Bobby A from United States I don't know the answer to that question. Bill, can give you an definitive answer. I think that there are some special video features of Music Box: Then and Now and Dreamlover in 4K. I need to come over to the streaming side since FYE's Mix and Burn closed their website in September. (Sunday 28 January 2024; 14:02)

If you think (105,138) by Bill from the UK The extreme end of the T+ community want children in kindergarten to be on puberty blockers and have their genitalia mutilated if they wake up one day and say they are the opposite sex. They can't smoke, drink, vote, marry, drive or have sex, but they can remove their appendages? You've exposed yourself as.someone else turning a blind eye to this problem under the guise of inclusivity. Are you sure you want to be posting in support of this radical, dangerous, mentally ill community? Again, wrong side of history Matty. But yes, back to Mariah. (Saturday 27 January 2024; 22:34) this is a reply to message 105,132

If you think (105,132) by Matty from Vancouver Canada If you think trans issues are equated to castration. Get educated. Castration has nothing to do with trans issues and if you think that somehow effects your "masculinity", say like putting on "colleague" vs. "perfume"; you need a long, deep view in the mirror (which will be hard and sad for you). Penises vs. vulva don't define a soul. If you choose to believe it does... ok. It's a discussion about social norms. It's not about genitals. Let's get back to Mariah. (Saturday 27 January 2024; 22:10)

Article: Mariah shows off physique in sparkling "swimwear" (105,127) by Bill from the UK Lol, when did I put words in your mouth? I never said you said those things, I was talking in general about the extremities of the T+ movement. Anyone who adopts a "live and let live" approach, when they don't extend anyone the same courtesy. Your exact words were "I just think that, like you, they just want to live their lives and be respected as human beings and be members of the community." No human being I know advocates for the castration of children, those types are monsters. Anyone that supports that and believes that is how human beings behave is seriously not right in the head or soul. You're on the wrong side of history here. But yes, scroll past. (Saturday 27 January 2024; 18:44) this is a reply to message 105,123

Article: Mariah shows off physique in sparkling "swimwear" (105,123) by Libra Lamb from USA You're absolutely right about one thing. I don't know you and you don't know me. I don't want that either or you'd already know my name and face. I'm a very private person in my life and choose my friends carefully. I prefer to be called nameless and faceless than to get to know you. And there won't be a next time since I'll be scrolling right past your posts, Bill's who likes to put words in my mouth and Edward's and we all know why. At least stand by your words you post and not gaslight people. I'm just repeating what you guys post. You're welcomed. Muah. (Saturday 27 January 2024; 14:40)

Article: Mariah shows off physique in sparkling "swimwear" (105,110) by Bill from the UK "Just let people live their own lives and mind your own business." Everyone's on board with that, but the "T+" that got annexed on and now tars the "LGB" with the same brush, won't do that. Let's campaign to castrate children instead, and speak to 5 year olds about sex. It's wrong. Wake up to yourself. (Friday 26 January 2024; 17:00) this is a reply to message 105,109

Article: Mariah shows off physique in sparkling "swimwear" (105,109) by Libra Lamb from USA So it's okay to go around spreading hate? I see you are like minded too. It's one extreme versus another. Why can't we just meet in the middle? I'm not saying I agree with the woke movement but there's something to be said about basic human decency lacking. Just let people live their own lives and mind your own business, not you Stacey, but in general. I don't expect everyone here to agree or even understand. One might have to be persecuted for just being different and I don't know anyone here or their background. I will say it's usually Republicans that do the same stuff in hiding that they complain about. Then they get caught and it's all over the news. Go on, deny it. I'll wait. (Friday 26 January 2024; 14:37)

Article: Mariah shows off physique in sparkling "swimwear" (105,056) by Bill from the UK Mariah is not at a weight that would cause her to be winded whilst walking. Come on. Even at her biggest, Mariah would never be considered overweight by any stretch of the imagination. Certainly not to the extent that she would be unable to breathe. I've been thinking more and more about what Mariah's actual ailment is. I genuinely believe she perhaps has some form of auto immune disease, like Lupus or MS, but hasn't divulged it. It may be that it is being managed fine with specialist care, or not severe enough to warrant any public announcement, or she simply may not want to advertise it. Purely speculating of course, but I do wonder. It's also something she, I think, has probably been dealing with for years. (Tuesday 23 January 2024; 22:11) this is a reply to message 105,054

Article: Mariah shows off physique in sparkling "swimwear" (105,054) by Zachariah from Croatia Indeed. I wrote last year that she is winded when she even tries to walk on stage and it is affecting her singing. Losing weight would help. As it did. (Tuesday 23 January 2024; 15:28)

Duet with Michael Bolton (104,938) by Bill from the UK Thanks for posting, great performance and her voice is just gorgeous. I love the debut era voice so much. It never sounded any better. It's interesting that Michael refers to her as "Mariah" and not "Mariah Carey". I remember MC said in the beginning she wanted to be known as "Mariah", but that they felt it was too similar to Madonna, so she added her surname. I'm speculating, but maybe this was done before she added the "Carey". This was I think one of her first public performances. (Sunday 14 January 2024; 17:07) this is a reply to message 104,922

Duet with Michael Bolton (104,922) by Chicago Lamb from USA Your weekend treat. Webmaster please hyper link. (Saturday 13 January 2024; 15:34)

Album ideas (104,901) by Bill from the UK As it's been over half a decade since Mariah's last album, here are some ideas to help wile away the time. *They Call the Wind Mariah* A collection of jazz standards or jazz influenced numbers. The Wind from Emotions and studio versions of Lullaby of Birdland and Don't Explain could also feature. It would also have some Mariah-penned jazz numbers and some of the old torch songs of old. It'd suit her current voice well. *Mariah Carey Presents... The Butterfly Lounge* Her hits and some fan favourites re-worked a la the Late Night Valentine's version of We Belong Together. Also include The Roof with Brandy. *Reckless* Caution's sequel or counterpart. A companion piece to Caution, with a lighter, brighter, more airy and free feel than the concise, precise, measured delivery of Caution. *I Am Free* (Mariah Carey and the Clark Sisters) Her long awaited gospel album. Much as The Price Sisters and Melanie should have got a credit on the Merry Christmas album for all they brought to the project, this would be a double-billed album as the Clark Sisters will feature on every song, on background and sharing the leads and working with MC on the vocal arrangements. Some new material and some of Mariah's gospel classics, like the title track, re-worked. *And You Don't Remember* Mariah's hidden gems from her old albums in a compilation. No hit singles allowed. This is the space for Vanishing, the title track, Till the End of Time, All I've Ever Wanted, Melt Away, Outside etc. to get their day in the sun. Plus a couple of new vault tracks because why not. *Songs In the Key of MC* As Andrew said, a new vibrant record with a party/E=MC2 vibe. (Friday 12 January 2024; 14:14)

Missy Elliot (104,899) by Bill from the UK Hmmm. Babydoll was a bit of snoozefest to be honest, with Mariah mumbling all the way through and the dated production. I'd rather she ditch the collabs and focus on constructing melodic, captivating songs like she did in the glory days. (Friday 12 January 2024; 12:11) this is a reply to message 104,895

Missy Elliot (104,895) by Zachariah from Croatia That would be great. Missy is such an amazing producer and it will be very cool if they collaborate again. I would like if Mariah could have Britney as a guest on one song. Like a fun clubbing song. (Friday 12 January 2024; 10:05)

They Call the Wind Mariah (104,887) by Bill from the UK A jazz album has long been on my wants list. It should be a mixture of the old classic torch songs, plus some Mariah-penned originals. I'd also include studio versions of Don't Explain, Lullaby of Birdland, Nevertheless, and the original The Wind from Emotions. And on that note, I'd propose the title to be "They Call the Wind Mariah". (Thursday 11 January 2024; 11:27)

MC30 (104,812) by Bill from the UK Great picture Bobby. I said it before, but Mariah should self-finance and release her next album. Do away with a label, no one needs them anymore, especially an artist like Mariah. That way it can be her vision, her plan, her single choices etc. without any interference to her creativeness. (Saturday 6 January 2024; 01:16) this is a reply to message 104,811

MC30 (104,811) by Bobby A from United States Wasn't there some type of label turmoil during the recording and rollout of MIAM? MC wanted a Beyonce type of digital release while IDJ wanted a traditional release with pre-orders. IDJ executives were unhappy with the performance of Memoirs and MC's delayed completion of MIAM. They were just ready to be done with MC knowing that MIAM would fulfill her contractual obligations to the label. The executives now are probably concerned that MC30 doesn't have fan interest for any IDJ MC30 releases. I am surprised that It's A Wrap got a vinyl release last year. MC probably financed the release herself. She only had one hit album during her time with IDJ. Charmbraclet, E=MC2, and MIAM were all commercial disappointments. RCA will probably not allow Yours ft. Justin Timberlake to be released. Angels Advocate and Jumpsmokers Remix albums have been leaked online. MIAM leftover tracks are probably nonexistent. The question in 2024 is what label is going to sign MC to release MC16. (Friday 5 January 2024; 17:15)

Bill (104,783) by Bill from the UK Thank you Jamie. (Wednesday 3 January 2024; 09:50) this is a reply to message 104,770

Bill (104,770) by Jamie from UK Looking great in the new pic Bill. (Tuesday 2 January 2024; 20:17)

Top posters 2023 (104,755) by Bill from the UK I still talk too much, sorry. (Tuesday 2 January 2024; 12:56) this is a reply to message 104,743

Top posters 2023 (104,743) by Webmaster Eric from the Netherlands Top posters in 2023 1. Robert-Anthony from United States: 472 messages 2. Edward from USA: 278 messages 3. Andrew from the UK: 239 messages 4. MusicfanJ from Germany: 149 messages 5. Jamie from UK: 131 messages 6. Bill from the UK: 117 messages 7. jaker20 from US: 97 messages 8. Terna from Nigeria: 90 messages 9. Stacey from USA: 70 messages 10. Randy from USA: 65 messages 11. Libra Lamb from USA: 51 messages 12. Lady B from USA: 49 messages 13. Matty from Vancouver Canada: 48 messages 14. Zachariah from Croatia: 46 messages 15. BFF from United States: 46 messages 16. Tevin from USA: 45 messages 17. TJ from Norway: 42 messages 18. "MariahHater" from Hell: 35 messages 19. Mimi L. from Empower Your Highlighter: 34 messages 20. Brandon from USA: 32 messages 21. Norman from USA: 30 messages 22. Brad from USA: 28 messages 23. T from USA : 27 messages 24. Joachim Agerup Løkkevik from Norway: 26 messages 25. Mariahsbaby from usa: 25 messages Top posters all time 1. B from USA: 3595 messages 2. Mimi L. from Empower Your Highlighter: 3579 messages 3. RibbonB from USA: 2793 messages 4. Bill from the UK: 2387 messages 5. Licia from USA: 2267 messages 6. Edward from USA: 1924 messages 7. Robert-Anthony from United States: 1843 messages 8. MusicfanJ from Germany: 1481 messages 9. Andrew from UK: 1384 messages 10. this_is_qhm from the Philippines: 1171 messages 11. RJJ12 from USA: 1037 messages 12. Stacey from USA: 960 messages 13. Terna from Nigeria: 826 messages 14. Deedre aka MiTodoChop @HBF from Canada: 795 messages 15. Billy from Greece: 740 messages 16. Gee from U.S.A. (New York City): 715 messages 17. enwar00 from usa: 709 messages 18. Andrew from the United Kingdom: 640 messages 19. Randy from USA: 584 messages 20. Marissa from USA: 574 messages 21. Lee TS from USA: 572 messages 22. TJ from Norway: 559 messages 23. Darren from .: 557 messages 24. T from USA : 553 messages 25. Mara from United States: 536 messages (Monday 1 January 2024; 16:35)

Best Love Takes Time performance (104,618) by Bill from the UK Her voice was magical during the debut era. It never sounded as good. Even her "ropey" performances sound superb. The NARM performance of Love Takes Time is beautifully sung. No dubbing, no lip syncing, no play back. Just the girl who wrote her songs in a woodshop singing her song straight through. Wonderful. (Friday 22 December 2023; 19:36) this is a reply to message 104,615

Best Love Takes Time performance (104,615) by 123 from USA I disagree. Even with the lack of resonant belts and some imperfections, she really went there vocally and took some risks. She started to dive into the other parts of her voice to sing the song. I love all the passion she poured into this performance. One of my favorites. Shakiness and all. Here is the full Love Takes Time performance that night. (Friday 22 December 2023; 15:12)

Anytime You Need a Friend (104,556) by Bill from the UK So I was driving back from a friend's this afternoon and Anytime You Need a Friend was played on the radio. Let me repeat that. Anytime You Need a Friend was played on the radio. I just about crashed my car when those opening notes began and Mariah started cooing softly. There is something about hearing her on the radio. Whatever magic it adds to the music shines through. Her songs sound brighter and more alive somehow. What a treat to hear this song, in December no less when only one Mariah song is ever played. It was played the whole way through and the DJ said "she is some singer isn't she" which I thought was a great comment. Mariah on UK radio consists of AIWFCIY in December, and then some pepperings of Hero, Without You, Endless Love and maybe I'll Be There. That's all I've ever heard. Oh and We Belong Together for a bit when that was a thing. I honestly haven't heard AYNAF on the radio since 1994. Wow. (Friday 15 December 2023; 23:20)

MC, Ariana and JHud (104,537) by Bill from the UK Thank you for this. I unplugged my router, gave it a little kick, plugged it in and turned it on again and watched a collection of Mariah performances from the last ten years. She was like a lightning bolt zipping up and down the stage, belting pleasant sounding, in-tune glorious notes that rivalled the studio takes. All this time it was my WiFi connection, what a fool I've been. (Thursday 14 December 2023; 09:12) this is a reply to message 104,532

MC, Ariana and JHud (104,532) by Matty from Vancouver Canada I agree, I don't know what performance some people were watching. You might want I to check with your wifi supplier and your speed connection. All the vids I've seen on social from people that were there is so cute, dynamic and fun. She was engaged with everyone from Ariana and JHud, to the musicians. We can finally put to rest the rumour that Ariana and Mariah haven't been in the same room. (Wednesday 13 December 2023; 04:21)

Appreciation (104,483) by Bill from the UK Great post. (Saturday 9 December 2023; 14:26) this is a reply to message 104,474

Appreciation (104,474) by Edward from USA Merry Christmas to our MCArchives dysfunctional family. We agree, we disagree, we sometimes fight, get delusional and paranoid, but we are the MCArchives family. From the ones who post regularly to those who only post to remind us how Andrew should be banned, we love everybody. When MCArchives came online, back when Mariah was still huge, things weren't any different than they are now. We even had the UK gang against the US gang, but here we are 25 years later fighting, lol. Thank you Eric for keeping the site running all these years and thank all of you for keeping the conversation going. (Friday 8 December 2023; 23:43)

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