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About Giovanni from USA: Big music lover who loves Mimi.

Thank God I found you (111,118) by Giovanni from USA I love TGIFY, it's actually one of my favorites from Rainbow. 98 Degrees did their thing but I would have left Joe as he does nothing for the song. I can understand why some may not like it or call it unforgettable but the song was a hit so it is what it is. (Friday 12 September 2025; 01:28)

Jesus oh what a wonderful child (111,117) by Giovanni from USA I love this song so much, had it on repeat today. (Beyonce could never.) Mariah in her prime was the best, she was meant to sing gospel and it's a shame we never got a full studio gospel album. That's why I'm so excited to hear "Jesus I do". From what I've heard it's very good. I can't wait. (Friday 12 September 2025; 01:23)

MC + Busta Rhymes VMA After Party footage (111,100) by Giovanni from USA I saw it and it's very uncomfortable to look at. Busta is wrong and disrespectful for even asking that. Like don't you have a wife? Second Mariah is looking like Wendy Williams there and looks more medicated than intoxicated and the singing was very painful to hear. (Thursday 11 September 2025; 01:28) this is a reply to message 111,094

MC + Busta Rhymes VMA After Party footage (111,094) by BFF from United States I don't know if anyone watched any of the videos floating around. First of all, Busta *twice* said he wanted to hump Mariah's leg. He would not be anywhere near the top of my list of men for Mariah to hook up with. Secondly, she seemed really out of it when they started singing along to "I Know What You Want". I don't know if it was just alcohol consumption, but she was very glassy-eyed in that footage. Yet another reason why I'm worried about her and worried that she's working too hard. (Wednesday 10 September 2025; 21:10)

Adam (111,099) by Giovanni from USA It's been a while since you posted. Where you at? (Thursday 11 September 2025; 01:17)

Next single (111,097) by Giovanni from USA What do y'all think the next single will be? Will it be MI or "Play this song"? (Thursday 11 September 2025; 00:11) this is a reply to message 111,084

Golden ensemble and boots (111,084) by jaker20 from US I think that's going to be her ensemble throughout the HFIA era. During her UK concerts last month, she wore a similar ensemble, just in different colors. (Wednesday 10 September 2025; 05:06)

Help me there's stairs (111,096) by Giovanni from USA You're one of the first to bring up the shoulder injury. I know when you have a serious injury it can come back to hurt you as you age, I hope that's not the case with Mariah. I really wished she hadn't shot that video. I hope all is well with her. (Thursday 11 September 2025; 00:07) this is a reply to message 111,079

Help me there's stairs (111,079) by Lambi from USA That and I feel like her injury from 2013 where she cracked her rib, broke her arm and damaged her nerves, is actually catching up to her. She said in an interview she may have downplayed the severity of it, I feel like homegirl rushed through it too. I mean she went right back to work, the very next day. (Tuesday 9 September 2025; 21:40)

Golden ensemble and boots (111,095) by Giovanni from USA I hate it lol, it just doesn't look good on her. I think what bothers me is the boots. Not even Beyonce would look good in that. Also the earrings and necklace age her in my opinion. I like the type of dress she wore at the 2005 MTV Movie Awards. I also wouldn't mind a feather type ensemble that gives us Diana Ross. (Thursday 11 September 2025; 00:02) this is a reply to message 111,082

Golden ensemble and boots (111,082) by Lambi from USA To be honest, I liked the short jumpsuit, because I hated the leotard moments from 2017. But I will say this VMA jumpsuit is a little too short. The right length was one she wore at Brighton Pride, purple and blue gradient ensemble. Though, I'm happy no one is roasting her like when Madonna wears something outrageous because Mariah actually looks good. The "give it up" commentaries are nowhere to be found. (Wednesday 10 September 2025; 00:40)

Golden ensemble and boots (111,073) by Giovanni from USA I think most of us can agree that we don't ever wanna see her wear it again. The more I see it the more I hate it haha. I actually think it's the worst ensemble she's worn. Like Mimi L said I too was expecting her to wear something nice and more Mariah. (Tuesday 9 September 2025; 18:56)

Bliss (111,055) by Giovanni from USA I listened to "Bliss" last night and it was so ahead of its time. Mariah really out did herself with this one. It's one of her most underrated and one I feel gets over looked and not enough praise. Her whistles are really something else. The first "All my love is for you" at the end is my favorite part. I actually like the Rainbow album and I love her voice transformation from Rainbow to Charmbracelet. (Tuesday 9 September 2025; 04:44)

VMAs (111,054) by Giovanni from USA I agree I'm so eager to hear it as well. "Fly like a bird" is one of her best songs and I have been waiting for Mariah to write a song that can top it. I'm also excited to hear the song with Anderson. I think most of us are going to like the album. (Tuesday 9 September 2025; 04:24) this is a reply to message 111,045

VMAs (111,045) by Lambi from USA "Jesus I Do" is one I'm anticipating badly as well. I've been closing my eyes, for 3 hours straight, I open my eyes and it's still September 8. I wake upset and mentally unwell. (Tuesday 9 September 2025; 01:42)

Shezz and Mimi L. (111,053) by Giovanni from USA No Mimi I say bring the gowns back. Also remember those arm coverings/sleeves she wore, I say bring those back too haha. I forgot to mention I liked the ensemble she wore at the IHeartRadio awards. It was simple yet stylist, and the wavy hair was nice she looked beautiful. The gold ensemble last night was a no for me lol. I agree about the necklace and the earrings too, it just makes her look older. (Tuesday 9 September 2025; 04:19) this is a reply to message 111,043

Shezz and Mimi L. (111,043) by Mimi L. from Empower Your Highlighter Giovanni I love you but no to the gown and heels hahah. That's exactly what I want her to stay away from. Show us then billion dollar legs in cute mini dresses but not onesies. (Tuesday 9 September 2025; 01:38)

Shezz and Mimi L. (111,028) by Giovanni from USA Y'all crack me up, I love MC but I didn't like the ensemble either. It was too Beyonce and too sparkly for me. I would have preferred a nice gown with heels. Also I am not a fan of the boots either haha, matter of fact I hate them. I loved both ensembles she wore at the Grammys last year though. (Monday 8 September 2025; 17:41)

Congrats to Mariah (111,027) by Giovanni from USA On her win last night. It was smart and appropriate that Ariana was the one who presented the award. I loved their interaction on stage. Hopefully we get a collaboration soon, even if it's not a single. (Monday 8 September 2025; 17:35)

Mimi L. (110,983) by Giovanni from USA I remember back in the The Breakfast Club interview in 2014 Mariah had someone fixing her hair, I thought it was funny. It must be fun being a diva. I know if I was a male Mariah or another Bruno Mars I would have my stylist fixing my hair, fanning me off and bringing me lots of sweet tea and lemonade during interviews haha (just kidding). I loved her outfit on Kai's interview. She looked professional and like a boss. As grateful as I am she's still with us it makes me sad she's getting older. (Sunday 7 September 2025; 07:41)

VMAs / Grammys (110,978) by Giovanni from USA This might actually be a good show this year going by all the rumored performances that will be taking place. So many artists are going to be there. Mariah was long overdo for the Vanguard award but y'all think the VMAS finally decided to honor her or did Gamma/L.A. Reid make it happen. Reason I ask is because if L.A. Reid pulled some strings do you think he could do the same with the Grammys? I do think Mariah can at least be nominated again if she releases something worthy. (Saturday 6 September 2025; 18:11)

Article: Da Brat recalls almost getting Jermaine Dupri killed (110,977) by Giovanni from USA I like Da Brat but she's always come across as kind of crazy. I did like her commentary on Cribs though haha. I would have liked for her and Mariah to record that song they wrote together. (Saturday 6 September 2025; 17:57) this is a reply to message 110,970

Article: Da Brat recalls almost getting Jermaine Dupri killed (110,970) by MusicfanJ from Germany "I had never witnessed anything like that I'm just being my normal self going to Burger King wild'n out, jumping on all the cars, smoking weed, drinking, having a good time, just talking shit." What Da Brat calls fun, sounds more "anti-social" than fun. Or like a kindergarten. I mean do you jump on cars at the age of 26? For me it's not normal. I just imagine Daydream Mariah with Da Brat at McDonald's. Lol. (Saturday 6 September 2025; 11:17)

Daydream (110,976) by Giovanni from USA I agree with everything on your post. If I'm not mistaken Tommy is also the reason "Can't let go" did not go to number one. I definitely think both "Slipping away" and "One night" could have made the album. "Daydream" is a great album and Mariah deserved at least one Grammy. (Saturday 6 September 2025; 17:51) this is a reply to message 110,971

Daydream (110,971) by Lambi from USA I can see that. Honestly, I'm not a fan of Open Arms, the original, either. Or anyone else who did it. Mariah simply did it the best. In a way, she kind of ruined other artists for me. She gives so much on each song that I simply will not accept that little from anyone. And yes, One Night and Slipping Away are some of her best works, definitely deserving to be on the album. Anyone who says it doesn't fit the "theme" is full of it because Daydream doesn't have a real cohesive theme to begin with. The songs are all over the place in terms of instrumentation, emotional tone and lyrical content. They're all so random: • Fantasy: Romantic escapism • UTS: Nostalgic young love • OSD: Loss and mourning • Open Arms: Longing for reconciliation • ABMB: Lasting emotional connection • I Am Free: Spiritual liberation • When I Saw You: Love at first sight • Long Ago: Painful memories • Melt Away: Sensual romance • Forever: Enduring separation One Night could easily jive with Underneath The Stars because Mariah would be consistent. You should aspire for a UTS kind of love and not give away your goods. They're cut from the same cloth, just different shades. Slipping Away, a pre-break up emotional detachment song, could easily jive with ABMB, the post-break up song. They're part one and part two of the same story. They simply weren't included because they sounded too Urban R&B and Tommy didn't want her that direction. But nobody could stop Mariah anyway and she kind of already hit an R&B stride with ABMB. The sound was already shifting. Leaving them off wasn't about cohesion but limiting Mariah. They should've just included them because they would've made the album even stronger. (Saturday 6 September 2025; 11:25)

Vanguard award (110,965) by Giovanni from USA I heard Ariana Grande will be attending the VMAs and was thinking she should be the one to present Mariah with the award. I heard it was going to be LL but it was just a rumor. It definitely should be Ariana and it would be appropriate. I'm so glad Mariah acknowledged her and worked with her. You don't shade someone who looks up to you and calls you the greatest vocalist. Not to mention someone who covered one of your songs. I like Ariana and some of her songs. I've been playing "The Way" non stop and it's probably my favorite from her. (Friday 5 September 2025; 23:58)

Daydream (110,964) by Giovanni from USA Haha I'm glad you found my post "interesting". I didn't mean to knock Mariah's cover of "Open arms" because she definitely did a great job. I just don't like the song. However I actually do like "One night" even though so many think it's horrible. Mariah really gives some great singing on the song and I love the intro. I can hear Christina Aguilera singing this song for first album but I don't know if I would scrap any songs on "Daydream" for it. "Slipping away" is much better and has a great beat. My favorite tracks from Daydream are "Underneath the stars", "One sweet day", "Melt away" and "Forever". (Friday 5 September 2025; 23:44) this is a reply to message 110,957

Daydream (110,957) by Lambi from USA Interesting take. I would let Open Arms stay. It's simply well done. Mariah tastefully made it hers without veering off too far away from the original melody. Long Ago and Daydream Interlude can go though and I'd swap them with One Night and Slipping Away. They would've gone well with all the mid-tempos. Slipping Away is truly that song that was unjustly scrapped. One Night has the most beautiful intro. She exuded Stevie Wonder's influence on this record. It's just straight up fire. A perfect ode to your baby sisters and nieces. I also feel like she had Alison in mind when she wrote it. She honestly kind of over recorded in Daydream and truly mastered the art of album making, because even the scrapped tracks are phenomenal. When the hell do "throwaways" sound this freaking great? Daydream Mariah was simply a cut above everyone. She is God's favorite. (Friday 5 September 2025; 12:30)

Kai Cenat interview (110,963) by Giovanni from USA I agree and I loved the outfit so much. I'm so glad she hasn't gotten any plastic surgery like Madonna or other celebrities because I believe in aging naturally. Even with a little botox it's a lot better than rearranging your face and end up looking a mess like Simon Cowell and yes that was shade. I'm ready for "Here for it all". (Friday 5 September 2025; 23:27) this is a reply to message 110,940

Kai Cenat interview (110,940) by jaker20 from US It's crazy how great she looks now. She looks even better than 10 years ago. Hollywood is also having a moment right now with all the emerging technologies but Mariah always had a great base beauty anyway. She also seems more comfortable and playful here. (Thursday 4 September 2025; 18:00)

"Here for it all" album cover (110,945) by Giovanni from USA I'm so glad we finally got a decent album cover. "MIAM" is probably her worst, it's absolutely horrible. I hope her next is even better. Album covers matter. (Thursday 4 September 2025; 22:34)

Daydream (110,944) by Giovanni from USA Is definitely one of her best and what would have made it better is if "Slipping away" had made the album. I would have swapped out "Open arms" for "Slipping away" and I know Tommy was the reason why it didn't make the album. I love Journey but "Open arms" is the one song I don't care for. I also believe Daydream Mariah would have covered "At your best (you are love)" perfectly. "Fantasy" is one of her biggest hits but one I never play, I prefer playing "One sweet day" and "Always be my baby". I prefer Butterfly Mariah because of her raspy tone, also the "Butterfly" album cover is her best album cover in my opinion. I also loved what would have been "The art of letting go" album cover but Mariah changed it which was disappointing because it's a very nice album cover. I'm happy with the "Here for it all" album cover. She looks happy and like the legend she is. Mariah has such a nice smile. (Thursday 4 September 2025; 22:27)

Dove (110,943) by Giovanni from USA Sometimes your posts crack me up. Like what you said about the "#Beautiful" video. You need to go watch it again Dove. (Thursday 4 September 2025; 22:14)

SZA (110,931) by Giovanni from USA There are rumors that Mariah did a collaboration with SZA and that she likes the song. I don't listen to SZA but I know she's popular and likes Mariah. (Thursday 4 September 2025; 02:28)

Kai Cenat interview (110,930) by Giovanni from USA Mariah looked so fresh, beautiful and relaxed. Her outfit was on point too. I can't believe this woman is 56, she looks so much younger. (Thursday 4 September 2025; 02:26)

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