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About Jamie from UK: Mariah fan since 1990, favourite album is Music Box, Favourite song is Can't Let Go.

Gucci advert (114,881) by Jamie from UK I enjoyed the advert, she looked beautiful, but the last bit where she mouthed the words to ALWFCIY is terrible. She could have done much better than that and is more than capable. (Tuesday 3 November 2026; 10:43) this is a reply to message 114,870

Gucci advert (114,870) by Zachariah from Croatia Leave the woman alone and enjoy the add. I think she did great. (Monday 2 November 2026; 21:09)

All I Want For Christmas (114,866) by Jamie from UK I've just seen they have released some new vinyls and CD's of AIWFC. I wish she would ditch those awful covers that she released last year. They are not the best pictures of her at all. Whoever commissioned them needs sacking. They are over filtered and not flattering at all, she could have had much nicer pictures than that. (Monday 2 November 2026; 19:47)

Gucci advert (114,862) by Jamie from UK Have you seen the new Gucci advert? She can't even lip sync in that either. (Monday 2 November 2026; 15:33) this is a reply to message 114,860

Reasons and excuses for why Mariah can't sing or move anymore (114,860) by John from USA At this point, I would settle for her at least move normally even when lipsynching. Her punk girl skit was atrocious because she hardly moved. The Type Dangerous video as glossy it might have been, did not move people, partly because she barely moved. (Monday 2 November 2026; 15:09)

Glitter 25 deluxe (114,820) by Jamie from UK I agree, Want You should have been a solo song, the album was already heavy with rappers, this would have been a welcome addition. I would have like Mariah only version of Last Night A DJ Saved My Life or a least a little less Busta and Mariah singing in full vocals. (Friday 30 October 2026; 09:53) this is a reply to message 114,816

Glitter 25 deluxe (114,816) by Bill from the UK I agree, the new bonus tracks are great. I love the demo of Never Too Far. To sing that well, as a raw demo, just showcases what an incredible singer she used to be. To think every song in her catalogue will have a corresponding demo that we’ll likely never get to hear, what a shame. I love Lead the Way 1997, OHOMO alternative, and surprised the Westlife duet was a studio version. And that Glitter medley sounds great even if most of it was studio vocals and not actually live. Think I also prefer the solo Want You, as not sure what Benet actually added to the song. (Friday 30 October 2026; 07:55)

Glitter 25 bonus disc tracklisting (114,819) by Jamie from UK You were right Bill, it's a studio version, happy days. (Friday 30 October 2026; 09:48) this is a reply to message 114,793

Glitter 25 bonus disc tracklisting (114,793) by Bill from the UK Tracks 8 - 15 are all "new" to a degree, and certainly look interesting (writing session, rough demo, alternative takes etc.). It's certainly much better than the Butterfly anniversary edition. Mariah always said her and Westlife were planning to work together again after the success of Against All Odds in Europe, who knew it was a shelved Glitter duet? I just assumed they never bothered. I'm excited. And hey, it's better than nothing. I was hoping she'd put out Loverboy and NTF/Hero EPs as they both had a lot of remixes done for them. (Tuesday 27 October 2026; 18:43)

Lead the Way (114,818) by Jamie from UK Yes I like it too but I definitely prefer the Glitter version. (Friday 30 October 2026; 09:46) this is a reply to message 114,813

Lead the Way (114,813) by Edward from USA Sorry, dahhlings, but I had to use a VPN to place myself in New Zealand, where it's already October 30, to listen to "Lead The Way (1997)". Yesterday, I was going to post about it, but I held off because what I suspected turned out to be true. During the Butterfly era, Mariah mostly used her whistle register as vocal layering or as an embellishment to accentuate certain songs. As I kind of expected, the whistle part is absent in this new version. The song sounds a little unpolished in certain places, more like a demo, but I still like it. I do believe she kept some of these vocals for the Glitter version, though. (Thursday 29 October 2026; 21:02)

Glitter 25 bonus disc tracklisting (114,805) by Jamie from UK Well hopefully you're right and it's a studio version. Fingers crossed. Yes I'm looking forward to the 1997 version of Lead The Way too (Wednesday 28 October 2026; 13:47) this is a reply to message 114,804

Glitter 25 bonus disc tracklisting (114,804) by Bill from the UK Mariah's a perfectionist and she's even said she's anxious about alternative takes, as there's a reason why it's not been released. We all remember the "drama" around the wrong version of The Art of Letting Go being released on Facebook and her having some meltdown over it even though it sounded exactly the same as the final version. And Jamie yes, it probably is the live Westlife version, I forgot about that. First thing I'm doing is playing Lead the Way 1997 and then Out Here On My Own alternative take. As for the registered songs, they may never have even been recorded for all we know. And the Prince duet is likely at the behest of his estate. I doubt we'll ever hear it, sadly. (Wednesday 28 October 2026; 11:26)

Glitter 25 bonus disc tracklisting (114,803) by Jamie from UK I was thinking the same about Rarities 2. (Wednesday 28 October 2026; 10:16) this is a reply to message 114,794

Glitter 25 bonus disc tracklisting (114,794) by BFF from US I'm disappointed because the track listing reads more like a "Loverboy" or "Never too Far" EP rather than a set of rare/vault tracks like what we got for "Music Box". We can all verify the existence of other original songs that Mariah registered for the "Glitter" project. "Royal Tones", "Lillie's Blues", "Glitter" to name a few. It just seems strange to not have at least one or two unreleased songs from a project she worked on for four years. Even if she didn't include new songs, there could have been more variety of alternate versions. The alternate take of "Twister" you can clearly hear at the end of the movie, the live performance of "Reflections (Care Enough)", an alternate take of "Don't Stop". But perhaps she's saving leftover songs for a "Rarities 2" compilation? I hope we at least get full remix EPs for "Loverboy" and "Never Too Far/Hero" on streaming. (Tuesday 27 October 2026; 19:33)

Glitter 25 bonus disc tracklisting (114,802) by Jamie from UK I just presumed it was the live version she did with Westlife. I went to watch Westlife on Sunday. I kept hoping for Mariah to pop up on the screen as a duet for Against All Odds. (Wednesday 28 October 2026; 10:15) this is a reply to message 114,793

Glitter 25 bonus disc tracklisting (114,793) by Bill from the UK Tracks 8 - 15 are all "new" to a degree, and certainly look interesting (writing session, rough demo, alternative takes etc.). It's certainly much better than the Butterfly anniversary edition. Mariah always said her and Westlife were planning to work together again after the success of Against All Odds in Europe, who knew it was a shelved Glitter duet? I just assumed they never bothered. I'm excited. And hey, it's better than nothing. I was hoping she'd put out Loverboy and NTF/Hero EPs as they both had a lot of remixes done for them. (Tuesday 27 October 2026; 18:43)

Glitter 25 bonus disc tracklisting (114,784) by Jamie from UK I've just been reading online and a lot of people seem disappointed with disc two content. (Monday 26 October 2026; 19:54) this is a reply to message 114,776

Glitter 25 bonus disc tracklisting (114,776) by BFF from US Well, I have to say I'm a little disappointed. Mariah just posted the track listing for disc 2 of the Deluxe Edition a little while ago. 1. Out Here On My Own 2. Never Too Far / Hero (Medley) 3. Loverboy (Firecracker - Original Version) 4. All My Life (Channel Tres Remix) 5. Didn't Mean To Turn You On (with Rochelle Jordan) 6. Loverboy (MJ Cole Remix) 7. Loverboy (Club Of Love Remix) 8. Want You (Mariah Only Version) 9. All My Life (A Cappella) 10. Lead The Way (1997 Version) 11. Out Here On My Own (Alternate Vocal Take) 12. Never Too Far (Writing Session Interlude) 13. Never Too Far (Rough Demo) 14. Never Too Far / Hero (Medley) with Westlife 15. Glitter Medley (Live from the Caution Tour) I just don't quite understand the lack of unreleased vault tracks. She worked on this project from 1997-2001, and we know that there are other songs from that period that were completed for "Glitter". (Monday 26 October 2026; 16:31)

Glitter 25 bonus disc tracklisting (114,779) by Jamie from UK Wow that looks more like a Never Too Far EP. Yes must say I'm a little disappointed there isn't more new unreleased tracks. (Monday 26 October 2026; 17:29) this is a reply to message 114,776

Glitter 25 bonus disc tracklisting (114,776) by BFF from US Well, I have to say I'm a little disappointed. Mariah just posted the track listing for disc 2 of the Deluxe Edition a little while ago. 1. Out Here On My Own 2. Never Too Far / Hero (Medley) 3. Loverboy (Firecracker - Original Version) 4. All My Life (Channel Tres Remix) 5. Didn't Mean To Turn You On (with Rochelle Jordan) 6. Loverboy (MJ Cole Remix) 7. Loverboy (Club Of Love Remix) 8. Want You (Mariah Only Version) 9. All My Life (A Cappella) 10. Lead The Way (1997 Version) 11. Out Here On My Own (Alternate Vocal Take) 12. Never Too Far (Writing Session Interlude) 13. Never Too Far (Rough Demo) 14. Never Too Far / Hero (Medley) with Westlife 15. Glitter Medley (Live from the Caution Tour) I just don't quite understand the lack of unreleased vault tracks. She worked on this project from 1997-2001, and we know that there are other songs from that period that were completed for "Glitter". (Monday 26 October 2026; 16:31)

The girl we fell in love with, the woman she became (114,778) by Jamie from UK Haha now I get it. (Monday 26 October 2026; 17:26) this is a reply to message 114,773

The girl we fell in love with, the woman she became (114,773) by Edward from USA Jamie, stop being so touchy. That was intended to be read in a dual monitor, with intermissions. (Monday 26 October 2026; 15:26)

The girl we fell in love with, the woman she became (114,777) by Jamie from UK Haha it's ok, I'm just joking with you. (Monday 26 October 2026; 17:25) this is a reply to message 114,772

The girl we fell in love with, the woman she became (114,772) by D from United States Sorry. I was on vacation and had too much free time on my hands. (Monday 26 October 2026; 13:30)

The girl we fell in love with, the woman she became (114,771) by Jamie from UK I don't think I've ever seen such a long post. I had to scroll that far down my battery went... (Monday 26 October 2026; 12:12) this is a reply to message 114,766

The girl we fell in love with, the woman she became (114,766) by D from United States I’ve been thinking about the girl-next-door Mariah from her debut until about Glitter. Glitter must have been a much harder time for her than we can imagine because she went through a major death and rebirth. She was in her early 30s around the time of Glitter and Charmbracelet, so it makes sense that she would outgrow that girl anyway. But the ego death she experienced around that time made it even more intense. After that experience, she had to reinvent herself and Phoenix even harder than she would have had to otherwise. At the beginning, she was curated into the pop princess the machine knew we wanted. Everything about her was manicured and perfect. It worked because we loved it. We ate it up. . We’re still in love with that girl we fell in love with back then, almost 40 years later. But that wasn’t entirely who she was. It was the surface of who she was, so it wasn’t fake, but it wasn’t everything. If you look at old pictures of her before she was famous, she always liked to dress sexy. Like you said, she’s one of those people who don’t need to try because it’s in their aura. Her sensual vibe was always going to shine through, no matter what she wore. But she likes to dress sexy. I mean, she loves Marilyn Monroe, the ultimate sex symbol/goddess. And why is that wrong? Why do we make it wrong? None of us are the same person we were when we were 20, 32, 41, 55, 73, or 90. Our life experiences change us. It makes sense that she would adopt the Ginger persona. When she was little, she used to watch reruns of Gilligan’s Island like the rest of us. As a little girl, I wanted to be Ginger too, so I can relate. Ginger was like a living Barbie doll. She had the most beautiful clothes, and all the men swooned over her. She was mesmerizing. After feeling controlled and managed by her career for so long, Mariah went through a period of trying to find herself again. She wanted to be young, free, and sexy, and in hindsight, I love that for her. At the time, it was a little jarring and confusing for me that the media turned against her because she had always been their sweetheart. If we felt that way, imagine how she felt? Probably like the plane was going down fast. I look back at the publicity and songs and music videos Jennifer Lopez was getting back then. It made me see how having all the support and talented people on your side really does help a ton. When I see Jennifer Lopez in her Fly Girl days, I don’t think she was extraordinarily special. They made her extraordinarily special. When you have an above-average physical package and then get the best makeup people, hair extensions, videographers, designers, publicists, label plugs with connections who want to make you the next big thing, and talented people writing your songs and singing them for you, that helps. That matters. Jennifer was wearing revealing clothes too, but the marketing was on her side. So it was okay for her, but Mariah was labeled “slutty” and “crazy. ” Mariah was blessed with beauty, so we do admire that about her. But when we look at Mariah’s actual art, her voice and her music, it’s always been great. Mariah’s music has never disappointed me. It has evolved, but art is supposed to. I didn’t understand Butterfly when it first came out. I wanted something that was more easily digestible. I was young. But then I grew up, and when I finally got it, I REALLY got it. I love that she’s the Queen of Christmas. I love Mariah memes. I love memes in general. I don’t love tabloids, but it’s not like she’s going after them, asking them to write scandalous stories about her. The tabloid thing can’t be blamed on her. Famous people will always be targeted by the tabloids, and it’s up to the public to choose whether to pay attention to that or not. Also, another thought I just had: Why are men (and some women) so threatened by women who wear sexy clothes? In my opinion, it’s mostly men who want to control women and shame us into submission. It’s a different thing when it’s young women whose bodies are being exploited by older men. I’m not okay with that. But if it’s a 30-year-old woman wearing short shorts and a tube top in the summertime because it’s hot outside and she wants to feel unrestricted and comfortable, and it’s her own choice, I don’t think that judgment is warranted. Take Tate McRae, for example. She’s always scantily clad, but she’s a trained dancer, so that’s the kind of stuff she’s used to wearing. She looks comfortable, and it seems like it’s her own choice. So I don’t have a problem with her nakedness. (On a side note, I really love her and her personality, and I hope she has a long and prosperous career. ) Shakira has always seemed comfortable in her sexiness and her body too. But there are some artists where it doesn’t look comfortable or natural. It looks like they’re doing it because someone else told them to or suggested it. I don’t like that. The Loverboy remix and the abundance of guest artists: I think it works. If you didn’t like it, it’s probably because you don’t like rap music, and that’s okay. That’s why she has a version without the rappers. This just occurred to me: I think that’s why she makes the joke in Glitter about getting rid of the “superfluous shit. ” She knew what some people would say. Ha ha. Honestly, I’m not super into rap music either. I mostly only know the huge hits and what Mariah has shared with the world. The emphasis on attitude and the argument that the music became more disposable and less emotionally meaningful than her earlier work: She has deep, emotional tracks on all her albums, so I’m not sure why you say this. Historically, she’s had fun songs that are usually the main single. Fantasy, Dreamlover, and Heartbreaker weren’t deep or emotional either. They’re on the same level as Loverboy, Obsessed, and #Beautiful. On that note, I wanted to share something. I was watching Mariah Carey interview videos on YouTube while I was cleaning my house. A video came up where these guys were comparing Mary J. Blige, Janet, Whitney, and Mariah. One of the men had the nerve to put Mariah Carey at the bottom. . He said Mariah Carey is a singles/hit artist and doesn’t have any albums that are good as a whole. Tell me you’ve never listened to an entire Mariah Carey album without telling me you’ve never listened to an entire Mariah Carey album. . And a lot of people think this. . I was talking to a girl at my old job, and we were talking about our favorite artists. I said Mariah Carey. She made a face and said, “Oh no, not her. ” WTF. I was so shocked because this girl, my ex-coworker, is the coolest, most nonjudgmental person ever. It got me thinking that this narrative against Mariah runs deep, and it’s going to continue if something isn’t done. If you watch old interviews, she was so happy, confident, and free, and now she’s like a puppy that’s been abused. The media has been abusive to Mariah, so I understand it. She always has to be careful about what she says because everything can be twisted to fit a narrative. She probably wonders if it’s even worth it and checks out. I’m sure she only goes through with it partly because she knows there are some of us who still love her. And I feel like she still has hope that things will turn around and people will appreciate her creations again. On that YouTube clip I watched, one of the other guys told the naysayer that Mariah has a lot of good songs that have never been heard and that she wasn’t at the bottom. The older guy told him he really didn’t believe that. He wouldn’t even let him have his own opinion. Oh, and the guy just got up to go to the bathroom in the middle of the conversation and told everyone. It was a short clip, like 10 minutes, and I can’t find it now, but I wish I could so I could share it with you guys. To the guy who defended Mariah: I wish all the good things for you, sir. May both sides of your pillow always stay cool, and I pray you have more abundance and good fortune than you could ever imagine. The only thing I remember is that it was four Black men, and one was called Joe Budden. (I remember because it sounds like Joe Biden.) Anyway, Mariah has lots of good songs that are unheard of by anyone but fans. While I’ve been responding to this post, I’ve had a Mariah playlist of all her songs playing in the background, and every song has been a banger. Impossible. So Blessed. Yours. You Need Me. Where I Belong. Bringing Me Life. I am Free, I Wish You Well, You Don’t Know What to Do. My point is, she’s still great. She needs better marketing. (Monday 26 October 2026; 02:47)

Glitter (114,750) by Jamie from UK So the first 6 tracks from disc 2 have been revealed. 1. Out Here On My Own 2. Never Too Far / Hero (Medley) 3. Loverboy (Firecracker - Original Version) 4. All My Life (Channel Tres Remix) 5. Didn't Mean To Turn You On (with Rochelle Jordan) 6. Loverboy (MJ Cole Remix) I hope there are more unknown tracks apart from the new mixes. I already had all those songs so I'm hoping for some surprises. I don't get why they don't just release all the track list at once (Saturday 24 October 2026; 20:47)

Gliiter cd (114,723) by Jamie from UK I just got myself a new blue ray player, I have so many DVDS I'm enjoying watching them again. I need to get a CD player now. (Tuesday 20 October 2026; 10:19) this is a reply to message 114,720

Gliiter cd (114,720) by Bill from the UK 100%. Like many, I have "subscription fatigue", so I cancelled everything and now just listen to my CDs and watch my DVDs. I never felt better. (Tuesday 20 October 2026; 09:40)

Gliiter cd (114,722) by Jamie from UK This makes me happy. Things have been changing for the worst in so many aspects of life, it's nice to hear people wanting to go back to the old ways of living. (Tuesday 20 October 2026; 10:16) this is a reply to message 114,718

Gliiter cd (114,718) by Bobby A from United States Well, it was reported in September that consumers are buying CDs again. I can tell that they are because records labels are making sure CDs are available just like vinyl records. I feel the 15 extra tracks will be available on CD for Black Friday sales. I would email Tower Records to ask them to check Alliance Entertaiment's website (wholesale distributor) to see if it shows up available to order in the future, but UMG won't allow Alliance to add it to their website for retailers to order probably until two weeks after 10/30. Let's keep our fingers crossed that it is released as on CD. (Tuesday 20 October 2026; 02:02)

Gliiter cd (114,709) by Jamie from UK Yes, I got it on CD in my collection. I have it on my iTunes from the CD so I've been listening too. Oh I might watch the DVD too in anticipation of the release. I did a dancing with the stars Mariah playlist too the other day, it's a nice mix of songs. (Monday 19 October 2026; 09:59) this is a reply to message 114,707

Gliiter cd (114,707) by Bobby A from United States How many of you actually have Glitter on CD? Have you been listening to it this month? I have found another used copy today at a store which is a rare find. This stuff is starting now. Lol. What other Glitter celebrations will you doing during these last 12 days? I am going to watch Glitter next Saturday. (Monday 19 October 2026; 00:27)

Glitter (114,699) by Jamie from UK Haha that would be so funny, her freestyling slating Tommy and Jennifer over tune of Loverboy, I'd pay for that. (Saturday 17 October 2026; 14:41) this is a reply to message 114,698

Glitter (114,698) by Bobby A from United States I wish she would release the recording session of Loverboy singing on top of the Candy sample. I am sure she was not happy about having to rearrange the lyrics and melody again after the Firecracker sample. (Saturday 17 October 2026; 12:14)

Article: Mariah Carey announces "Loverboy" remix return (114,695) by Jamie from UK It's the original remix from the original album and also the video version. (Friday 16 October 2026; 13:22) this is a reply to message 114,692

Article: Mariah Carey announces "Loverboy" remix return (114,692) by Lainsky from Philippines I hope she releases a remix of the original Firecracker sampled "Loverboy". That would be great. This remix is just an extended version, according to the article, but perhaps with additional vocals or something. (Friday 16 October 2026; 05:05)

Glitter (114,693) by Jamie from UK As if by magic Loverboy has appeared on my iTunes this morning. (Friday 16 October 2026; 09:11) this is a reply to message 114,689

Glitter (114,689) by Jamie from UK When are we getting the confirmed track list for Glitter anniversary? The release is 2 weeks away, I wonder if we will get another song release before then. (Thursday 15 October 2026; 09:41)

Glitter (114,689) by Jamie from UK When are we getting the confirmed track list for Glitter anniversary? The release is 2 weeks away, I wonder if we will get another song release before then. (Thursday 15 October 2026; 09:41)

Here For It All (114,654) by Jamie from UK Thank you Rose, still early days but definitely better than I was and heading in the right direction. (Wednesday 7 October 2026; 10:09) this is a reply to message 114,652

Here For It All (114,652) by D from United States I'm really glad to hear the clouds are starting to lift for you. It sounds like you've been through a lot. I hope this is the beginning of a brighter chapter. Sending you lots of love and hoping you're back on your feet and feeling like yourself again soon. (Wednesday 7 October 2026; 08:57)

Here For It All (114,648) by Jamie from UK Thank you Xavier, I really appreciate your message. A butterfly landed on my window today, I like to think it was a symbol from all you guys to make me smile. (Sunday 4 October 2026; 17:10) this is a reply to message 114,645

Here For It All (114,645) by Xavier mariohmix from Spain Jamie, I understand what you're going through perfectly. The worst mental health crisis in my life was in 2022 from May to November. It took a long while to recover and get back to normal after so many little steps. I can see that you're almost there. You can feel that the rainbow is just around the corner. Be patient with yourself. And you know that you can count on Mariah's music and all of us here. \When we deal with this throughout our lives, we have to resort to previous experiences so that we can help ourselves. "You're gonna make it through the rain". (Sunday 4 October 2026; 14:11)

Here For It All (114,647) by Jamie from UK Thanks Bobby, I love you guys too. (Sunday 4 October 2026; 17:08) this is a reply to message 114,644

Here For It All (114,644) by Bobby A from United States Jamie, I am glad you are feeling better. We love you here on the board. Take one day at a time. 28 days until the Glitter reveal. (Sunday 4 October 2026; 12:16)

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