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About Bobby A from United States: I have been a Lamb since 1990. I know Mariah. I love her music. I breathe her music.

Going country (108,776) by Bobby A from United States Well, I saw Tucker Wetmore perform on Jimmy Kimmel this month. I am so impressed with his great vocals and rapid singing style especially on his song Brunette that I am making Tucker Wetmore my favorite artist now. This is at least until MC16 is released. MC is just number #2 now. Lol. Tucker is the real deal with his catchy country songs that have made for a brilliant debut and changed country radio in 2025. (Monday 19 May 2025; 23:54)

Biopic (108,759) by Bobby A from United States 31. A 7am GMA or Today show is too early for my voice. (Sunday 18 May 2025; 12:30) this is a reply to message 108,756

Biopic (108,756) by Bill from the UK Those that know me also know lists bring me joy. For completeness, here is the current most up to date download of reasons why Mariah can't or doesn't sing anymore. Let me know if any need adding I've forgotten. 1. Ear monitor malfunction 2. No humidifiers 3. Too cold 4. Too hot 5. Stage fright 6. Corset too tight 7. Heels too high 8. Preserving her voice 9. Scared of Michael Jackson's casket 10. Didn't want to upstage the Queen of Soul 11. Wanted to respect her peers 12. Bronchitis 13. Stressful divorce/break up 14. Arm in a sling 15. Pregnant 16. Not pregnant 17. Nodules 18. Too many splashes 19. Medicated 20. Backing singers missed their cue 21. Backing singers singing her part now baby 22. Foiled by Dick Clarke Productions 23. Late for the sound check 24. Not enough sleep 25. Too much sleep 26. Bipolar 27. Food poisoning 28. Mic wasn't turned up 29. Shit happens 30. Avoiding wrinkles (Sunday 18 May 2025; 11:15)

Biopic (108,753) by Bobby A from United States I saw the post this morning. I had to do a double take to make sure that I did not write that post in my sleep last night. Lol. (Saturday 17 May 2025; 23:33) this is a reply to message 108,749

Biopic (108,749) by Bill from the UK Avoiding wrinkles. That’s a new one for the list. (Saturday 17 May 2025; 20:54)

TEOM announcement (108,743) by Bobby A from United States When I Feel It is going to be finally released on streaming services on May 23rd. Giles aka Cakes on X announced today. He even posted a preview and MC sounds so good. (Friday 16 May 2025; 03:03) this is a reply to message 108,519

TEOM announcement (108,519) by Shezz from Pk Sprung and Secret Love were already released in the Ultra Platinum Edition. When I feel it hasn't gotten an official release though it's been around forever. I hope we get a couple of new tracks at least that she's still saving though they'll mostly be remixes and or live versions I have a feeling. (Sunday 6 April 2025; 06:43)

There is no album, it's all facade (108,741) by Bobby A from United States I miss those studio pics and capitions: Just leaving the studio at 6am. Wrote a smash song with Jermash. Lol. (Thursday 15 May 2025; 20:41) this is a reply to message 108,738

There is no album, it's all facade (108,738) by Mimi L. from Empower Your Highlighter I don't think she's lying about working on music, but I also don't think she's as invested in making an album. What I mean is as a songwriter she must constantly be getting tunes and lyrics in her head and she probably writes it down or does a quick demo but never actually goes full into production. I'm deducing this from her saying she has 10 songs she just needs to add vocals etc. I also think after the flop of her last few projects she's scared of releasing new stuff because no matter what people think numbers are a big deal to her, it's her flex, so she's scared of losing. But what she should know is her last few albums didn't flop because of lack of quality, it was because of wrong single choices and bad videos that no one would rewatch. (Thursday 15 May 2025; 14:25)

Deeply concerned (108,731) by Bobby A from United States MC needs a break from touring and concerts. She needs Marvet Britto back for a total make over. She was the best publicist/strategist in 2005-2006 that MC has ever had. (Wednesday 14 May 2025; 22:21) this is a reply to message 108,725

Deeply concerned (108,725) by Edward from USA Whoever is pushing her to keep tarnishing her impressive legacy like this needs to be fired. There's clearly something off with her, and I just hope she doesn't end up like Michael and Whitney. Beyonce can lip, but at least she dances her ass off and sings her ballads live. Celine was full of energy with a huge production behind her, but Mariah didn't need all that, her voice alone carried the show. Now she just stands there and lips unconvincingly. You would think by now she would at least put on more energetic performances, invest in better production, have more moving parts on stage, or get a new choreographer. It's time to hit the gym without high heels and hit that stage like the star she is. Sadly, her performances are copy-paste jobs. You can see it in the comments on those clips, even the yass queens are starting to notice. (Wednesday 14 May 2025; 16:13)

New Mariah album (108,730) by Bobby A from United States I didn't read or hear it anywhere. I guess not one media outlet or the world is asking MC where is MC16. Sometimes I want too much to happen for MC that I know is not the case or will never happen. (Wednesday 14 May 2025; 22:15) this is a reply to message 108,719

New Mariah album (108,719) by Webmaster Eric from the Netherlands "The world wants a new Mariah Carey album right now." Why do you think that? I hear or read that nowhere. The world thinks Mariah is only relevant during Christmas. (Wednesday 14 May 2025; 10:08)

Shenzhen concert (108,717) by Bobby A from United States MC should just drop MC16 without a first single. Just drop the album after an announcement 10 minutes before midnight. Let social media drive digital sales for the two weeks and then begin a normal Mariah promotional blitz. It would work because the world wants a new Mariah Carey album right now. (Wednesday 14 May 2025; 05:04) this is a reply to message 108,716

Shenzhen concert (108,716) by Terna from Nigeria I saw those clips too.. The Lambs on X (Twitter) went up in arms also. It was trending for the wrongest reasons. Something is going on with this woman and it's not good. Like something's wrong somewhere. Don't wanna say too much. (Wednesday 14 May 2025; 00:28)

Shenzhen concert (108,715) by Bobby A from United States Do you know how you feel when you walk into a class for a test and you know you didn't study like you should have studied. MC is walking onto that stage without her voice and showmanship. She can't even pretend anymore lip syncing. We long today for performances like her MTV Unplugged concert in 1992. We were all amazed that we finally got to see how a Mariah Carey concert would look and sound like. The Proctor's Theatre concert amazed us again 1993. I just wonder if MC never toured during 1997-2003, if she would still have her 2005-2008 voice. (Tuesday 13 May 2025; 21:12) this is a reply to message 108,713

Shenzhen concert (108,713) by Brandon from USA Mariah looked beautiful in her gowns but I could barely watch the clips. No expression in her face, barely moving, very low energy, looking zoned out for long periods of time. I'm trying to keep hope alive but we keep getting the same thing repeated each show. (Tuesday 13 May 2025; 14:52)

Born this Mimi (108,707) by Bobby A from United States I believe the Elusive Chanteuse tiltle was a jab at Nick for never being at home the last year of their marriage. When MC said that people had started calling her that I was like who has been calling MC that. The title just didn't fit the MC that we have known for having such an incredible work ethic and being frank with people. (Monday 12 May 2025; 10:11) this is a reply to message 108,706

Born this Mimi (108,706) by Stacey from USA Facts. "Me. I Am Mariah" is a decent title, much like The Emancipation of Mimi. Then she added the Elusive Chanteuse... and that's where she lost me. Oh well. (Monday 12 May 2025; 05:26)

Mimi calendar (108,702) by Bobby A from United States I found out on the web through a Google search and AI said that the TEOM vinyl reissue has been pushed back to June 6th. Three weeks later Barbra's new duets album will be released. I am curious how Barbra, Mariah and Ariana will sound together. (Sunday 11 May 2025; 13:44) this is a reply to message 108,699

Mimi calendar (108,699) by Mimi L. from Empower Your Highlighter Has anyone seen the new video upload for the new DFAU remix? The visuals are of the 2025 calendar highlight certain important dates like Fourth of July, Christmas etc, it also has dates like Mariah's, the twins and Kaytranada's birthdays, it also has dates of milestone moments from Mimi but what interests me most is it has dates highlighted that we don't know what's happening. Like May 30th is in gold so we know that's the release of TEOM reissue but then June 6th has a caution/exclamation sign wonder what that is. It also has one where there are high heels not sure what that represents. The calendar also shows she's booked and busy hahah but surprisingly nothing about her holiday shows. Anyone has any guesses what the unknown highlighted dates mean? (Saturday 10 May 2025; 22:01)

Born this Mimi (108,693) by Bobby A from United States It's interesting that Camron was calling MC Mimi during their professional relationship back then. I just wonder if Boy I Need You is really about him. (Friday 9 May 2025; 18:54) this is a reply to message 108,691

Born this Mimi (108,691) by Rashidi Rahim Rick from Malaysia In the music video Boy I Need You released in 2003, Cam'ron said in the intro "Alright Mimi, be good." (Friday 9 May 2025; 15:39)

Article: Anderson .Paak confirms Mariah Carey collaboration (108,684) by Bobby A from United States No, I still have my faculties. Lol. I believe anything is possible. I just want MC to be back on top with one more album. (Thursday 8 May 2025; 13:33) this is a reply to message 108,681

Article: Anderson .Paak confirms Mariah Carey collaboration (108,681) by Edward from USA Bobby A, are you out of your mind? Nobody's selling records like that anymore. What Mariah should focus on is crafting mature lyrics and unforgettable melodies. She'll be starting the defrosting process soon. I doubt we'll get new music anytime soon. She needs three weeks at #1 this year to reclaim the throne, so you can bet she'll be going all out for that. Then next year, she'll be inducted on the "Rock & Roll Hall of Fame", it's well deserved and long overdue. (Thursday 8 May 2025; 02:30)

Article: Anderson .Paak confirms Mariah Carey collaboration (108,679) by Bobby A from United States I guess MC really did scrap those ten songs from 2023. Do you think their collaboration will enable MC to have sales numbers like TEOM's first week and year-end sales numbers? I believe MC and .Paak can do it. I am feeling good about their collaboration. What if MC16 is the type of music that MC has never done before? Songs that make people say hmmmmm. Did Mariah just say what I have been thinking for years? (Thursday 8 May 2025; 01:07)

Tommy book (108,674) by Bobby A from United States Jamie, thank you for sharing with us. I am enjoying your storytelling this week. We can only hope that Tommy's discovery of MC through 1996 will be told on film one day. I would say 1989-1996 are MC's glory years. (Monday 5 May 2025; 20:27) this is a reply to message 108,672

Tommy book (108,672) by Jamie from UK So today I've read the Daydream era from him. He knew which direction she wanted to go and gave her the tools to do. He initially said he was reluctant to put ODB on the [Fantasy] remix but then after hearing it he knew it was a hit. He says Daydream gave her the all round genre approach and finally she got the hip hop audience she so wanted. He says he was happy with this and it had been a complete success. The only problem then came with [Fantasy] remix success was that Mariah was now saying this is the only direction she wanted to go in. Sony and himself were concerned and tried to tell her that she can be all genres she could have everything and have every demographic unlike anyone that's come before her. They were concerned that going strictly down this path would isolate some of her fans and ultimately reduce sales. But Mariah was adamant and this is where the cracks began. I have to agree with him here, whilst I love hip hop Mariah, she has so many layers to her that she can and did appeal to a wider audience. I think she ultimately became too hip hop for her fanbase and ultimately sales did decline. Whilst we as fans know that her late albums still contain some ballads, I think to the general public because she was heavily hip hop and this was the image she was portraying, a far cry from who they thought she was, they turned their backs and didn't know that there were still some ballads on their at least post Butterfly. Whilst Emancipation brought a whole new audience, I think from her early fans and audience the damage was done. Had she not been so focused on the hip hop side and kept her image appealing to everyone I think her sales and reputation would have been more favourable. Who knows? That's just my opinion, I just think it was too much of a fast transition for most. He ultimately says they respect artists intentions but also that there's a team behind them that it's their jobs to allow creativity but also to try and nurture them into a path that they think would be right for the artist and their public image. (Monday 5 May 2025; 17:46)

Vacation (108,668) by Bobby A from United States Thank you, Zachariah. Have fun in Bali. I hear it is gorgueous there. I love Tenneseee in the summertime. There's nothing like sweet tea with a deli sandwich lunch or pasta entree at dinner. At restaurants, the waitresses call you honey and sugarplum. That just makes me feel right home when I visit Nashville. (Sunday 4 May 2025; 00:36) this is a reply to message 108,665

Vacation (108,665) by Zachariah from Croatia Sounds like a great trip. I am visiting Bali this year, all alone. Finally. I hate traveling with others. (Saturday 3 May 2025; 11:43)

Vacation (108,659) by Bobby A from United States Thank you, Shezz. I am headed to Nashville, Tennessee. I haven't been since I moved to Austin, Texas. It looks like I will have to stay an additional 2 years here in Austin to save some moving money. I am so excited to get back to Nashville because they have the best CD/vinyl record shops and restaurants. Do you have any vacations plans? (Friday 2 May 2025; 18:57) this is a reply to message 108,656

Vacation (108,656) by Shezz from Pk Have a great vacation Bobby A. Where are you going? I can't wait for the re-energized Bobby. (Friday 2 May 2025; 06:26)

Article: What else does the Hall of Fame want from Mariah? (108,650) by Bobby A from United States Things will get better soon. I just know it. I am going on my first summer vacation in two years. (Thursday 1 May 2025; 23:32) this is a reply to message 108,647

Article: What else does the Hall of Fame want from Mariah? (108,647) by Libra Lamb from USA Don't forget to stretch when reaching so high, don't wanna pull a muscle. I hope your 401 K wasn't flushed down the toilet with this new admin. (Thursday 1 May 2025; 16:56)

Article: What else does the Hall of Fame want from Mariah? (108,642) by Bobby A from United States I believe that is the reason why MC felt she couldn't work with Walter A. anymore after Butterfly. (Thursday 1 May 2025; 01:27) this is a reply to message 108,641

Article: What else does the Hall of Fame want from Mariah? (108,641) by Stacey from USA I can't help but wonder if Tommy played a role in getting MC shutout at the Grammys. She was pushing further into R&B, something TM despised. Daydream was a commercial success but maybe Tommy orchestrated the shutout at such a high profile event to "shut up" Mariah and push her back to pop/adult contemporary. (Thursday 1 May 2025; 01:16)

One Heart, One Voice (108,640) by Bobby A from United States I am praying it leads to a Walter A. and MC collaboration. I truly believe they have forgiven each other and have moved on. It would be the 360 circle needed for MC's career. Walter A. knows MC's voice and how to make her shine on a song. We can't deny that about him. Baby from Dreamville, what are your thoughts about the new collaboration and Walter A. producing it. The title, One Heart One Voice reminds me of the letter you penned to MC some months ago. (Thursday 1 May 2025; 01:11) this is a reply to message 108,638

One Heart, One Voice (108,638) by Brad from USA Interesting to see that Walter A. produced this album for Babs. Perhaps very interesting. We will see. (Wednesday 30 April 2025; 21:28)

Article: What else does the Hall of Fame want from Mariah? (108,631) by Bobby A from United States I have never thought MC's diva persona could be the reason, but it could be. I would love to know what is being said in some these board rooms where the nominees were discussed and chosen. (Tuesday 29 April 2025; 21:01) this is a reply to message 108,628

Article: What else does the Hall of Fame want from Mariah? (108,628) by TJ from Norway That was a really good article. I also believe that Randy is correct about all the diva act keep her and rest of the world separate. People doesn't take her serious. Another perspective is that her voice was so good, that I guess people did think of her as a product, made by the record company. (Tuesday 29 April 2025; 15:01)

Snubbed again (108,625) by Bobby A from United States I think that I have figured out why MC's contribution to the music industry is slighted and so marginalized. When MC came onto the music scene, she came right at the height of Whitney's success. In fact, her arrival on the music stage was much bigger than Whitney's arrival. MC wasn't suppose to be bigger and sell more records than Whitney. It is like she is being punished for writing her songs, having her own singing style, and resonating so much with her fans and the pop music world more than Whitney did. I typed the following in as a Google search. "Is Mariah Carey's no Rock and Roll Hall of Fame nominee marginalized?" The AI answer that came back was shocking, but so true as to why MC was snubbed a second time. (Tuesday 29 April 2025; 03:59) this is a reply to message 108,624

Snubbed again (108,624) by Lee from USA If they could hold a grudge, so can Mariah. Maybe she could get a measure of revenge on this hypocritical industry. She could beat The Beatles finally with her last album. Or, she could work with more controversial artists. (Tuesday 29 April 2025; 02:28)

Snubbed again (108,622) by Bobby A from United States Do you think a group of label executives have not forgotten that their pop princess went into the R&B and hip hop genres too much in 1995. Ol Dirty Bastard? Grammy snub? (Monday 28 April 2025; 23:38) this is a reply to message 108,618

Snubbed again (108,618) by Lee from USA Salt n Pepa and Outkast were inducted, and yet they haven't done much in the last 20 years. MJ wasn't professional when his last album flopped. Aretha looked down on tons of artists over the years. But Mariah has to be humble, consistent, and professional. Double standards, anyone? (Monday 28 April 2025; 11:34)

Article: Rock and Roll Hall of Fame's 2025 nominees revealed (108,616) by Bobby A from United States MC will not be inducted again this year. I guess the only way she will ever be nominated is to anmounce her final album or last world tour. Cyndi Lauper beat MC this year. (Monday 28 April 2025; 08:13)

MC16 (108,613) by Bobby A from United States Those songs are locked away in her huge shoe closet. Maybe 2027 now? (Saturday 26 April 2025; 21:48) this is a reply to message 108,611

MC16 (108,611) by Edward from USA Just be patient. She has ten songs ready since 2019. New music will drop very soon. (Saturday 26 April 2025; 02:39)

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