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#1 (101,825) by Edward from USA Here's hoping for AIWFCIY to stay at #1 for at least 4 weeks. (Wednesday 14 December 2022; 02:01)

Who was actually there? Toronto shows (101,819) by Edward from USA I couldn't have said better. I've gone to the Christmas shows three times at Beacon Theater, and with the euphoria and excitement, one don't really notice the miming or even the struggle unless it is really bad. At Beacon Theater she was way better than this, but guess what? When I got home, and looked at the videos my friend and I recorded from third row, I could notice everything, the good and the not so good, but at that point, the not so good was very decent. She wasn't sing-shouting or singing as if she was in pain or constipated. It's delusional to think that cellphone recordings are altering anything to make her look bad. Video and sound from camcorders can't compete with the high quality of cellphones recordings nowadays, but if you watch that awful recording of Mariah on the Music Box Tour, you would notice that while the image was bad, Mariah sounded amazing, so there goes that theory. If anything, fan's recordings with cellphones have just come to expose her, that's all. Nobody is expecting her to sound like in the 1990's, but she should have some respect for the people who are paying their hard earned money to go see a decent show and there's nothing wrong about it. Mariah doesn't owe us anything, but we don't owe her anything either. It's only fair to demand a decent performance for a decent amount of money. Being delusional is looking at those recordings and think that the recordings are so distorted that they make her sound as if were struggling or plain flat. (Tuesday 13 December 2022; 17:29) this is a reply to message 101,814

Who was actually there? Toronto shows (101,814) by Bill from the UK The benefit of phone recordings is that they remove the reverb. So it becomes abundantly clear when the lip syncing and pre-records kick in. Usually though we are put on notice as Mariah will fiddle with the malfunctioning ear piece (which I think is actually her cue to the sound technician), and then waggle her head when she mimes the note. If you enjoyed the concert good for you, but any spectator can see it was one of her worst yet. Hardly phenomenal as you put it. That status is reserved for the Daydream Tour stop at London on June 23rd 1996. What an evening that was. Sorry you missed out. (Tuesday 13 December 2022; 14:51)

Toronto shows (101,792) by Edward from USA Who the [censored] are you to tell him to stop following her? Anybody with decent hearing can tell she's struggling, but really struggling. She's struggling even with songs that are not vocally demanding. "Christmas Time Is in the Air" is a prime example of that. (Monday 12 December 2022; 16:15) this is a reply to message 101,784

Toronto shows (101,784) by SM from Citizen of the World Then stop following her. All you people that criticize her, move on with your life. No one cares what you think, your opinion will never matter to anyone. Mariah will not change Mariah. Let go, move on, do whatever it is you gotta do, find peace with yourself because this [censored] is getting old, again Mariah is Mariah and she will never ever change for you or anybody else, get it in your heads. (Monday 12 December 2022; 01:25)

Mariah duet with Monroe (101,772) by Edward from USA Mariah and Monroe had a cute duet on her Christmas Show. I think Monroe can sing. (Saturday 10 December 2022; 17:53)

Colbert (101,760) by Edward from USA Because vaccinated or not Covid-19 is still a thing. Cases are rising and it is not a good time to bargain with one's health. My friend was healthy, vaccinated, double boosted and died at just 32 from it. (Friday 9 December 2022; 01:53) this is a reply to message 101,758

Colbert (101,758) by RL from USA Interview was fine. She did a good job. Just curious why the audience still needs to wear masks. (Thursday 8 December 2022; 21:51)

Moet and Chandon performance (101,743) by Edward from USA Could you please elaborate? (Tuesday 6 December 2022; 12:24) this is a reply to message 101,742

Moet and Chandon performance (101,742) by Bobby A from United States MC's voice is back. I loved her solo version of Big Energy. She really sounded like she will make us proud in 8 days. (Tuesday 6 December 2022; 12:05)

AIWFCIY (101,740) by Edward from USA Well, no this early, but I'm pretty sure she'll be #1 next week. I predict she'll be at the top for at least 5 weeks. (Tuesday 6 December 2022; 02:56)

AIWFCIY (101,704) by Edward from USA It's already #5. She'll hit #1 earlier this year. (Wednesday 30 November 2022; 04:31)

AIWFCIY (101,652) by Edward from USA I thought we were starting Christmas early this year. I haven't heard AIWFCIY playing anywhere here in NY. Hopefully we get another three weeks at #1. (Saturday 19 November 2022; 17:12)

QOC (101,648) by Edward from USA I hope she learns from Kenye and don't go that route. (Thursday 17 November 2022; 21:03) this is a reply to message 101,647

QOC (101,647) by Matty from Vancouver Canada Lol Edward. (Thursday 17 November 2022; 20:14)

QOC (101,646) by Edward from USA There's nothing sarcastic about your post and you know it. You're backpedaling because you realized how ridiculous her attempt at monopolizing Christmas was. It's actually arrogant on her part to even think she could sequester Christmas in perpetuity. I hope she doesn't go for Hanukkah next year. (Thursday 17 November 2022; 14:18) this is a reply to message 101,639

QOC (101,639) by Matty from Vancouver Canada She deserves the trade mark, but whatever. Even Queen Dolly confirmed it's her title. Anyone else who calls themselves as the QOC, will be questioned, "Who are you?" (Wednesday 16 November 2022; 05:23)

QOC (101,641) by Edward from USA You took the words out my mouth. It is in fact ridiculous to try to monopolize anything Christmas' related. It's good we have a legal system in place to avoid stuff like that. (Wednesday 16 November 2022; 16:34) this is a reply to message 101,640

QOC (101,640) by Bill from the UK I disagree. It was ridiculous and nothing but a money grab. She can be called it (and will be) but she has no business owning the rights to it. Absolutely abhorrent. (Wednesday 16 November 2022; 16:21)

Chart question (101,618) by Edward from USA Remember that during the 90's they were heavily invested in getting people to buying albums, because singles would usually cannibalize album sales, that's why "Can't Let Go" never made to #1. The rules were also different then. Many songs were #1 on airplay, but since they weren't commercially available as physical singles, they were not allowed to chart. AIWFCIY has benefited from such the rule change for four years now, and it will eventually claim the record as the song with moths weeks at #1 in about three more years if it keeps scoring at least 3 weeks at #1 per year. (Thursday 10 November 2022; 02:15) this is a reply to message 101,617

Chart question (101,617) by Bobby A from United States Does anyone remember Columbia's marketing and chart strategy in 1995-1997 to cause Fantasy, One Sweet Day, and Honey to debut at #1 on Hot 100? It had to be more than radio airplay and physical sales. I think back then that new singles were released to radio and retailers on Tuesday. MC only did it during that time only. Butterfly could have done the same thing, but Tommy must have pulled all Butterfly marketing money to lessen the shine on the song's poignant message and lyrics that made him not too happy about his wife breaking free from him. (Thursday 10 November 2022; 01:35)

Thank you Taylor (101,615) by Edward from USA Thank Taylor's fans. And don't obsess, records are meant to be broken. (Wednesday 9 November 2022; 18:47) this is a reply to message 101,614

Thank you Taylor (101,614) by Victoria from USA I'm happy to see Swift block Rhianna's new single from number one. Keep up the good work. (Wednesday 9 November 2022; 15:12)

Mariah's own big budget Christmas movie (101,599) by Edward from USA Mariah is already working on a movie called: "Soft Focus Christmas". (Sunday 6 November 2022; 00:07) this is a reply to message 101,597

Mariah's own big budget Christmas movie (101,597) by Rashidi Rahim Rick from Malaysia Now that Mariah has cemented her name and brand for Christmas season (#1 song, books, legacy) don't you guys think Mariah should invest in her own big budget blockbuster Christmas movie, the movie where people would tune in to every Christmas, like Home Alone, Love Actually, The Grinch. I'm not talking about that low budget Hallmark movie, Christmas Melody, that Mariah acted and produced, I want a big budget movie where Mariah and A-list actor as romantic interest, maybe Dwayne, Ryan Reynolds etc. (Saturday 5 November 2022; 11:08)

Nick Cannon (101,561) by Edward from USA It's just a competition. He'll stop after baby #20. (Thursday 27 October 2022; 17:16) this is a reply to message 101,559

Nick Cannon (101,559) by Libra Lamb from USA I've never cared for Nick Cannon. I don't even care if he has 100 kids. The moment he showed off his diamond encrusted shoes hosting America's Got Talent I was repulsed. You know he had to pass by a ton of homeless people that day to get to his hosting job. Disgusting and out of touch with reality. Read the room Nick. (Thursday 27 October 2022; 17:02)

Nick Cannon (101,557) by Edward from USA At least Marian is a rich baby mama. She should get him on child support though to [censored] with him. (Thursday 27 October 2022; 01:15) this is a reply to message 101,555

Nick Cannon (101,555) by Bobby A from United States No way. That man needs to stop. No wonder MC has lost her voice. She is probably embarrassed for Roc and Roe. (Thursday 27 October 2022; 00:22)

Nick Cannon (101,556) by Edward from USA I'm cracking up. So, Nick is like another nodule on her vocal cords. (Thursday 27 October 2022; 01:11) this is a reply to message 101,555

Nick Cannon (101,555) by Bobby A from United States No way. That man needs to stop. No wonder MC has lost her voice. She is probably embarrassed for Roc and Roe. (Thursday 27 October 2022; 00:22)

Concert in Saudi Arabia (101,538) by Edward from USA You GTFO. It's fans like you who say "yass queen" to shitty performances, so we keep getting shitty performances. (Monday 24 October 2022; 20:51) this is a reply to message 101,535

Concert in Saudi Arabia (101,535) by The Real Deal from USA Are you suggesting that it is the fans fault for the loss of her voice?Please GTFO. (Monday 24 October 2022; 17:48)

Concert in Saudi Arabia (101,526) by Edward from USA Well, just like they pushed poor Whitney into embarrassment by encouraging her into touring when she wasn't ready, Marian also has her "yass queen" sycophants and some delusional fans that wouldn't give to fs about her as long as they get a glimpse of her. The thing is now with cellphones it is impossible to keep any concert/performance isolated. (Monday 24 October 2022; 06:14) this is a reply to message 101,523

Concert in Saudi Arabia (101,523) by Bill from the UK I've seen most of the clips. My All was particularly bad as she lipped the chorus and, of course, carried on miming when they playback stopped and had to awkwardly start singing. It was an embarrassment, and a disaster. None of Mariah's peers or anyone of her status would have done such a performance. Frankly I don't really know why she bothers. She has her money, she has her legacy, she has her records. Why put herself, and us, through these dreadful performances time and time again. (Monday 24 October 2022; 00:20)

Concert in Saudi Arabia (101,520) by Edward from USA She should just stop putting herself through this. The whistles are so overused at this point that they're losing the effect they used to have on people. (Sunday 23 October 2022; 17:55) this is a reply to message 101,518

Concert in Saudi Arabia (101,518) by Randy from USA Because I'm an MC fan a lot of things come across my social media. She is struggling through this performance. She needs to give Vision of Love a rest. (Sunday 23 October 2022; 14:05)

Heartbreakers video (101,502) by Edward from USA No, the remix is as cheap as most of her other videos. (Friday 21 October 2022; 15:40) this is a reply to message 101,501

Heartbreakers video (101,501) by Rashidi Rahim Rick from Malaysia I always thought that the 2.5 million budget for Heartbreaker's video is including the Heartbreaker Remix video. That’s why it was expensive because it involves two productions (original and remix). I could be wrong though. (Friday 21 October 2022; 03:20)

Heartbreakers video (101,500) by Edward from USA 2.5 millions to be exact. (Friday 21 October 2022; 01:23) this is a reply to message 101,498

Heartbreakers video (101,498) by AgentM from UK I think because it was the most expensive at the time, a few million from memory. You don't get budgets of that size for music videos anymore. (Thursday 20 October 2022; 18:53)

Re: Full of grace (101,460) (101,462) by Edward from USA She just shouldn't rely on them as much, just use them to adorn the songs. She won't give up on the whistles because that's the only part of her voice that's still in good shape. (Sunday 16 October 2022; 17:30) this is a reply to message 101,460

Re: Full of grace (101,459) (101,460) by Bobby A from United States I felt that she was trying very hard to emulate Patti all way with this performance. I think that MC captured Patti's vocal performance and inflections 100%. I really feel that MC's voice now is always best when she is relaxed and singing in her mid-range. I just want her to sing and leave the whistle notes out. (Sunday 16 October 2022; 00:58)

Re: Full of grace (101,447) (101,450) by Edward from USA Why you mad? Your post shows you were definitely in grade school when this happened. Many artists keep everything he mentioned far into their careers. One could speculate that the more successful you get, the more confident too. Mariah is not 80, she's just 53. This performance wasn't only about the voice, but about the soul, the confidence, the humble demeanor, the grace. Age doesn't have anything to do with it. Back then the diva act hadn't been put into effect yet. (Friday 14 October 2022; 01:14) this is a reply to message 101,447

Re: Full of grace (101,446) (101,447) by jaker20 from US That was also more than 20 years ago. "Where did this Mariah go?" Some here were a fetus back then. Me, I was in grade school, where was that kid who had booger hanging out my nose walking around the school. I was so adorable. You should post where you were no? Just to illustration how mind-boggling your expectations are? (Thursday 13 October 2022; 22:04)

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