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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.

Here for it All (111,910) by Bobby A from United States After listening to HFIA today, I couldn't help but compare it to what Charmbracelet was for MC. Charmbracelet came after a traumatic period in MC's life and the passing of her father, Alfred Roy Carey. Charmbracelet was the precursor album to one of the biggest comeback albums of all time. HFIA is MC's Charmbracelet in 2025. TEOM II is coming in 2027. I just know it will happen. (Thursday 16 October 2025; 06:56) this is a reply to message 111,899

Here for it All (111,899) by Dave from USA I personally loved the album. It's far too quick from start to finish, but she put out a good body of work. I still enjoyed Caution more as I think she stepped outside her box a bit with some of the sounds, but still a good album. The problem is she can't sell it live anymore like before. That means something now for an actual vocalist. Her appearances have most been dismal because she just stands there and seems so uninterested. Obviously, could be a factor of things that contribute to it, but we have seen her at ease with performances in the First Vision up close. We have seen her flawlessly sing Emotions while moving all over the place on MTV. We have seen her confidence singing Fantasy at MSG. Finally, we have seen her usage of choreography with Breakdown and Heartbreaker. She doesn't give off the same vibe now. Of course, the big thing is, she just can't slay vocally like she used to, and it seems like she's getting worse at times. Artists of her age just don't sell like they used to and for all the "Lambs" supposedly out here, they don't seem to show up when they need to during a release. When Cher is moving better now than she did in her prime, people juxtapose that again someone like Mariah who literally looks like she doesn't want to be there. I feel the whole diva thing feeds into it as well, where people feel maybe she's too good now to give it her all during this time in her long career. I'm sure that far from the actual truth, but it think that's part of it. Emotions was playing at work today, people singing or humming along, then one person asked "Have you heard how she sounds by herself? I heard AIWFCIY without a backing track and she sounded terrible... and yet she is still famous. I don't get it." I was shocked that she even questioned her longevity as if she was JLo, acting at singing. It was very eye opening to hear what regular folks think about her now. I'm still happy she put out a decent album, but I'm not sure if she will ever have a bonafide massive hit ever again. Which saddens me. (Wednesday 15 October 2025; 23:05)

Here For It All (111,873) by Bobby A from United States Wow. Caution had the same downward fall on the Billboard 200. My new friend says that downward fall is typical of independent album releases. There is only one explanation to go back to. HFIA didn't have a Top 10 hit on the Billboard 100 at the time of its release. I keep going back to this point. At least one JD or Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis song would have sat nicely on the album for a hit Hot 100 song. (Wednesday 15 October 2025; 01:02) this is a reply to message 111,871

Here For It All (111,871) by Webmaster Eric from the Netherlands In its second week, Here For It All drops 180 spots to number 187 on Billboard's Hot 200. (Wednesday 15 October 2025; 00:16)

2025 (111,872) by Bobby A from United States I don't think we did. (Wednesday 15 October 2025; 00:47) this is a reply to message 111,864

2025 (111,864) by Tevin from USA Did we even have a song of the summer this year? (Tuesday 14 October 2025; 19:41)

LC vs. AIWFCIY (111,870) by Bobby A from United States Do you think the battle will happen this year? (Tuesday 14 October 2025; 23:32)

What’s next? (111,860) by Bobby A from United States In January or February would be perfect for the deluxe version to be released. I suspect the most of the uptempo and midtempo songs will receive a hip hop treatment. I would love for JD to remix IYF with a 90's sample. I am excited to see what happens in 2026. (Tuesday 14 October 2025; 12:43) this is a reply to message 111,856

What’s next? (111,856) by Shezz from Pk Word on the internet is that she's not giving up on HFIA and has some things planned, probably with the deluxe. We're just two weeks until Christmas season - I think she will transition to that soon and focus on getting back her Hot 100 crown (solo this time). She should ride that wave into the new year and then give HFIA another solid push in the new year with a digital deluxe release in January with some high profile collaborations / remixes on it like Paul McCartney and SZA that she was already working on. The album release and Mimi tour dates should have been planned better to give her enough time post release but no use crying over that now. She will give us a few more songs to love I'm sure soon enough. Then she should take the entire year off and relax. (Tuesday 14 October 2025; 05:29)

My single choices (111,829) by Bobby A from United States MC said today leaving Thailand that she thinks "In Your Feelings" will be the next single. It makes sense since Urban AC radio is playing it already. (Monday 13 October 2025; 00:45) this is a reply to message 111,822

My single choices (111,822) by T from USA I think Type Dangerous was a great way to launch the era, but as soon as it hit #95 on Billboard I think they should've pivoted to song #2 with Anderson. That way he could've performed with her on the VMA's. With an exciting music video it would've been a nice summer moment. Once you have all eyes on her you release the third song a week before the album comes out which would be IYF. And the forth and last single would've been HFIA in early November along with "it's time". (Sunday 12 October 2025; 14:18)

Madonna's Bed Time Stories new song (111,827) by Bobby A from United States I really was trying to say how expansive Bedtime Stories anniversary celebration is just like MC did for TEOM. I forgot to mention that part. It is a part of her deal with Warner Bros to bring all of her post-2008 albums under one label. I wonder, would Sony Legacy be willing to do that for MC for her four Def Jam albums, release Right To Dream on vinyl and her one Epic album under one label. It would also probably help her secure a deal with Sony Legacy to release Somebody's Ugly Daughter sooner rather than later. I kind of feel like Sony Legacy is not willing to release SUG. It just seems like they are not on board with the idea. It would be the perfect Record Store Day release. (Sunday 12 October 2025; 21:58) this is a reply to message 111,821

Madonna's Bed Time Stories new song (111,821) by Lighty from China Mariah was not the first one to release anniversary albums like that though. Everyone was doing that. (Sunday 12 October 2025; 14:15)

Madonna's Bed Time Stories new song (111,819) by Bobby A from United States November 28th is the day the Untold Chapter EP with demos, alternate mixes and remixes will be released along with the original album on a 2CD set and other vinyl variants. Why do I think Madonna is following how MC is releasing her anniversary albums? This is the Madonna album to have in your vinyl collection. (Sunday 12 October 2025; 12:35) this is a reply to message 111,813

Madonna's Bed Time Stories new song (111,813) by T from USA Madge just put out an unreleased song from the Bed Time Stories era that was funnily enough produced by Dallas Austin. She must be reading this board. So I went on his Instagram and he's busy producing for a lot of new up and comers and the music sounds good. (Saturday 11 October 2025; 13:53)

Play This Song (111,814) by Bobby A from United States It is interesting that Play This Song didn't take off on Urban AC radio. I wonder is it because the sound is too retro and similar to Leave The Door Open by Silk Sonic and a boring video. We have been there and done that already in the past five years. Anyone, NBC will repeat MC's and Anderson's Tonight Show performance this coming Thursday. (Saturday 11 October 2025; 22:10)

Thoughts (111,809) by Bobby A from United States I guess now all we have to look forward to is her annual "It's time" video. HFIA is probably done on the charts. HFIA just had too much of a waste hype period (AI term from an answer about why labels frown about social media song drops by artists) from two weeks after SS was released to the album released date. The waste hype period was too long without a Top 10 single like Obsessed. A third single like Obsessed ft. Bruno Mars is what HFIA needed after SS was released. Oh well, I feel MC17 won't take seven years to be released since MC knows now that her music still intrigues people. (Saturday 11 October 2025; 09:59) this is a reply to message 111,805

Thoughts (111,805) by Dove from United States Oof. Maybe I'm just in a negative mood right now. I try to see the bright side of things but right now I can only see the negative. Every time we saw Mariah these past few months she looked like she was not fully present. She looks tired and stiff. Like she's suffering with a medical condition. If she is, and she was transparent about it, maybe people who have more compassion. (Not everyone, some people are just assholes no matter the circumstance.) To me the best song on HFIA is HFIA. That's the one I would have chosen for the radio. (I know I said before I wanted an upbeat song but I hadn't heard HFIA yet.) If Sugar Sweet was chosen because it is easier to sing, she could still sing that one for promotional performances. It's still a new song. She could say she can only sing HFIA when she's having a good voice day. We would all understand that. Music videos need to be more not boring. Glamour shots are nice but for 3 minutes? Plus, Mariah doesn't look real in her music videos. It's like getting a Barbie on a stand and shooting her from different angles. We all know you're hot Mariah. Might as well make AI ones with a video game version of her. It would probably be more fun to watch. There are good songs on HFIA but I don't think any performance or appearances are going to help right now. Not even videos if they're boring. She's not the best promotional vehicle right now. The people who were going to buy the album already did. What I think she should do is go to Jamaica (or somewhere humid and tropical where the climate will help her sound her best) with her friends for a few months, eat some cosmic brownies, and record a bunch of cover songs. Maybe that will inspire her to write some new songs. They can take a bunch of videos and use that footage to make videos. When she's relaxed. I don't use drugs and usually I don't endorse them but Mariah in Jamaica in 2015 was the most relaxed and vocally free I've ever seen her. (Saturday 11 October 2025; 03:27)

Here For It All (111,803) by Bobby A from United States This is not good. Gamma may consider canceling the deluxe version. Deluxe versions became popular in the late 2000s when a 2nd or 3rd single was still strong on the radio and a label wanted to increase album sales by releasing the album again with 3-4 new songs or remixes. TEOM was a prime example of this type of marketing strategy. (Saturday 11 October 2025; 01:54) this is a reply to message 111,801

Here For It All (111,801) by Webmaster Eric from the Netherlands According to HitsDailyDouble, the album is out of the top 50 in its second week. (Saturday 11 October 2025; 01:26)

It will be a hit (111,802) by Bobby A from United States You can send your ideas to @Mariahalerts, @TheGamma, and @LA_Reid on X. I sent a request to all three and MC asking them to get MC and The Clark Sisters on Good Morning America and Today Show next month for a performance of Jesus I Do. (Saturday 11 October 2025; 01:43) this is a reply to message 111,799

It will be a hit (111,799) by Tevin from USA Whether a hit comes from HFIA or not, I'm happy with the body of work that Mariah has produced. I will say however that her best chance on getting a hit would be to release Nothing is Impossible as a single. Perform 3 or 4 stripped back performances on popular shows, simple outfit, piano, guitar and or string instruments, (she can even cut out most of the last set of belts and go right into the descending whistle, to make it easier on her voice). Then she can do a few interviews about the meaning of the song and how she hopes it will inspire and relate to others. That's what people want, especially the younger generation, they want relatability. I've noticed that it may have not been everyone's number one song, but every reaction video or person that I spoke with in person, all said that NII hit them right in the heart and spoke to them. This is also the time of year where most people are thinking about family, friends and goals, so a song like that would be perfect. Her team can even pair it with AIWFC, where after that song plays, it starts playing NII. That would connect millions of people to that song that may not have heard it. Also, for any doubters, this is possible to do. With the fallout from Drake and Kendrick beef, it's been shown that Spotify and Apple and other platforms would play there songs back to back to boost streams. I don't know if it would take Gamma a bunch of money to set that up, but with the millions of streams AIWFC gets every year, even if half of them tune in a couple times to NII, Mariah would definitely have a hit on her hands, and rightfully so. Bobby A, anyone know how to get this idea to Mariah's team? Lol. (Friday 10 October 2025; 20:58)

In Your Feelings (111,787) by Bobby A from United States In Your Feelings sits at #43 on the Mediabase Urban AC chart with 46 plays this week without being officially released as a single. (Friday 10 October 2025; 11:29) this is a reply to message 111,785

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)

Jesus I Do (111,782) by Bobby A from United States I predict Jesus I Do will be #1on the Billboard Gospel chart in 3 weeks. Also, I predict MC and The Clark Sisters will perform Jesus I Do at one of her Christmastime Las Vegas shows in December. The song is about to take off this month. (Thursday 9 October 2025; 23:42)

Dallas Austin (111,761) by Bobby A from United States Believe me I think MC and Dallas could have given the R&B world another Don't Take It Personal by Monica. However, MC and Madonna began exchanging disparinging remarks towards each other in late 1995. Dallas Austin's greatest chance to work with MC was 1996-1999. MC probably didn't consider Dallas Austin for Butterfly or Rainbow because she didn't want to feed the media more reasons to pit the two up against each other in some competition or comparison. Dallas Austin, Babyface, Dave Hall, and Nellee Hopper kind of helped Madonna reinvent herself with Bedtime Stories and regain her fans back. What club hopping gay man didn't love her song Secret. (Wednesday 8 October 2025; 01:30) this is a reply to message 111,758

Dallas Austin (111,758) by T from USA I'm not really sure what you mean. She collaborated with Timbaland in 2009 and again in 2018, after he produced a whole Madonna album in 2008. Also Babyface was part of Madonna's [Bedtime Stories] and Mariah's worked with him after that. Dallas Austin is the only big Atlanta hitmaker, who is in the [Songwriters Hall of Fame], that came up at the same time as her that she hasn't worked with. Curios. (Tuesday 7 October 2025; 16:30)

Dallas Austin (111,754) by Bobby A from United States He collaborated with Madonna on one of her best albums, Bedtime Stories. We know how MC feels about Madonna. (Tuesday 7 October 2025; 11:57) 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)

How can I get a message to Mariah? (111,749) by Bobby A from United States I think MC is not going allow another man to play her again. It is sad though that so many men have broken her heart. Fathers are the best teachers for showing daughters how to be treated and loved by a man. MC missed out on those formative years with Alfred Roy for sure. I want to see MC happy again. (Tuesday 7 October 2025; 03:44) this is a reply to message 111,742

How can I get a message to Mariah? (111,742) by Mimi from UK Same. I almost cried feeling sorry for Mariah. I wish I could message Kristoffer Buckle or someone close to her who could give her a heads up. It shouldn't be this hard to get in touch with her people. Anyway, I hope she finds out soon before wasting anymore time with him. I believe he's mostly using her clout and everything that comes with being with someone like Mariah. Poor Mariah. It's not easy to find love for someone who's as famous and successful like her, especially being a woman. A lot men are insecure about being with women who are more successful, so the men become jealous and resentful even though they're usually the ones approaching these women who are already successful. The same way Nick had a crush on Mariah, but started getting insecure, jealous and resentful of Mariah. (Tuesday 7 October 2025; 00:58)

How can I get a message to Mariah? (111,731) by Bobby A from United States Maybe MC knows that he could be playing her. I hope one day MC can find a man who will be devoted to her. This video shows MC was so in love with Nick. She hadn't looked that happy in a long long time. (Monday 6 October 2025; 02:13) this is a reply to message 111,729

How can I get a message to Mariah? (111,729) by Mimi from UK Anderson .Paak. He is a serial cheater and he cheated on his ex wife. One of his sidechicks confirmed Mariah and him were together before they made it official and said he has cheated on Mariah several times. Poor Mariah. This man is a total ho and even admits in his music he's a cheater. I wish could give Mariah a heads up, because he's using her. (Sunday 5 October 2025; 23:29)

The numbers are not matching up (111,723) by Bobby A from United States Lambi, I had high hopes for 150k-200k. I guess I need to realize that those type of album sales numbers what happen for MC as a legacy artist. (Sunday 5 October 2025; 13:43) this is a reply to message 111,719

The numbers are not matching up (111,719) by Lambi from USA Is this the post Edward is talking about? "Seems like a powerful entity has its hand in keeping HFIA's true numbers hidden and distorted." Bobby A. What was your estimate on the HFIA debut number? (Sunday 5 October 2025; 03:56)

Mariah needs to be part of a major label #7 51,000 (111,712) by Bobby A from United States Well, I was hoping for some huge numbers. AIWFCIY and Merry Christmas may break some streaming records this holiday season. People are looking forward to some joy that the holiday season gives to families across the world. Anyway, I am looking foward to playing holiday music this year. I found Loretta Lynn's very first Christmas album on vinyl today in very good condition. It was released in 1966. (Saturday 4 October 2025; 23:38) this is a reply to message 111,710

Mariah needs to be part of a major label #7 51,000 (111,710) by Edward from USA It's perfectly fine that Mariah's not selling like she used to. That's just the reality of a long career in today's music industry. Labels are only part of the picture, and we can't be delusional in thinking Mariah is suddenly going to start selling millions again. That's not being negative, it's just being realistic. I'm pretty sure Mariah had to put some of her own coins into making "HFIA". And based on the numbers so far, Gamma will likely just break even on what they invested. And that's okay too. This album feels more like a passion project than a commercial play. At the end of the day, Mariah and Gamma delivered a solid album. Now it's really up to the fans and listeners. No label, no matter how big and powerful, can force people to connect with an album or an artist. It has to happen organically. (Saturday 4 October 2025; 20:13)

Mariah needs to be part of a major label #7 51,000 (111,703) by Bobby A from United States Yes. I wouldn't be surprised if MC and Gamma part ways after the HFIA deluxe version is released. Gamma is too small for a legacy artist like Mariah Carey. She needs a major label like Atlantic under Craig Kallman. Craig Kallman could create a business plan to increase MC's streaming sales with a duets album as her first Atlantic release. A Mariah Carey and Teddy Swims original duet would be a #1 streaming hit. (Saturday 4 October 2025; 13:04) this is a reply to message 111,702

Mariah needs to be part of a major label #7 51,000 (111,702) by jaker20 from US Caution had tour bundles, and HFIA didn't. So overall these are good numbers for her. Although these numbers are literally identical with Caution which was 51K overall, and 43 pure sales, which makes me wonder if they are Caution numbers and there's a mistake. Lets wait for the official numbers. She can't book all these shows that you were suggesting with the schedule she's put together. Have you seen her schedule? It is insane. Someone posted her schedule on twitter a couple of weeks ago which shows her being full up to the end of the year. So all these bookings you are suggesting probably won't make a difference other than just exhaust her. But hey, HFIA will be number 1 in album sales this week, so lets just celebrate that. (Saturday 4 October 2025; 10:31)

The numbers are not matching up (111,692) by Bobby A from United States HFIA is projected to sell 51,000 copies for its first week and debut at number #7 on the Billboard 200. Caution sold 51,000 and had a #5 debut with less promotion and no hit singles before its release. Seems like an powerful entity has its hand in keeping HFIA's true numbers hidden and distorted. (Saturday 4 October 2025; 02:32)

I Won't Allow It (111,652) by Bobby A from United States MC is really having fun in this song. I can see Post Malone or Jack Harlow rapping a few bars on this bop. Nick didn't know what he wanted to do towards the end of their marriage. Now MC won't allow his narcissistic ways. IWAI will be the next single in January. Gamma probably will wait and drop it in January for ice skating season. (Thursday 2 October 2025; 02:59)

Here For It All lyrics (111,650) by Bobby A from United States I think MC wrote HFIA while taking care of Patricia. They reconnected and caused MC to reflect on her during her last months. The glory was how Patricia supported MC early on during her career. The shakes were how MC felt about her mother during the her breakdown. The withdrawals are how MC felt when she disconnected herself from her mother. (Thursday 2 October 2025; 02:24) this is a reply to message 111,648

Here For It All lyrics (111,648) by Dav from Ireland Is Here For It All about her mother? Being with her and reconnecting as she was dying? Or am I way off? (Thursday 2 October 2025; 00:06)

Decipher the ad lib in HFIA (111,632) by Bobby A from United States It is probably Daniel talking to MC on the booth mic. Maybe the vocal was so good that they decided to leave the talking on there. Daydream Mariah would have done that line again. (Wednesday 1 October 2025; 02:23) this is a reply to message 111,630

Decipher the ad lib in HFIA (111,630) by Lambi from USA There are subtle talking noises after she sings "Someone said that that's tough". I'm hearing "Oh (pause) that's deep" (or oh, MC). It sounded like a guy's voice. What do you hear? Anybody else hearing it too? (Wednesday 1 October 2025; 01:53)

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