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Post by Positive Tension on Apr 10, 2015 22:07:23 GMT -5
Oh, gosh- if the news about Mariah using a rejected song from 2009 as a single to launch this project is true... Then again, it could be good- the label wouldn't let her release a stale song, would they? Since Mariah has increasingly stressed how involved in the songwriting process she is, this would be a very odd move if it's true.
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Post by Deleted on Apr 10, 2015 22:47:50 GMT -5
Since Mariah has increasingly stressed how involved in the songwriting process she is, this would be a very odd move if it's true. I mean she recorded demos by The-Dream for Memoirs, but she changed a lot of the lyrics. Wouldn't be surprised if that's the case here.
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Post by #LisaRinna on Apr 11, 2015 8:05:13 GMT -5
YES for the leg! YES for the return of glam Idolriah! She looks fabulous.
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Post by Deleted on Apr 11, 2015 9:31:13 GMT -5
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Post by Deleted on Apr 11, 2015 9:38:42 GMT -5
Oh, gosh- if the news about Mariah using a rejected song from 2009 as a single to launch this project is true... Then again, it could be good- the label wouldn't let her release a stale song, would they? Since Mariah has increasingly stressed how involved in the songwriting process she is, this would be a very odd move if it's true. I would tend to agree that no way would Sony allow a sub par song be released right before #1's relaunch. Also Mariah wouldn't she has a lot on the line with Vegas! However, LA Reid has had some questionable single choices with Mimi in the past (Say Something as the first single of TEOM, until she recorded ILT. Bye Bye as the 2nd single instead of Migrate. IWKWLI as the 2nd single of Memoirs). I can't believe that it is a left over monica melody and beat, seeing how much Mariah loves to write her own melodies and lyrics. Unless it was too undeniably good... or Mariah is just having major writers block after MIAMTEC
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Post by sundaymorningguy on Apr 11, 2015 9:49:16 GMT -5
Although aside from #1s, when has Mariah ever shown any interest in greatest hits or specialty albums. I am interested to see how much time and energy she will invest in this project. I hope plenty since it is branded to coincide with the Vegas show. I hope the first single is strong and the video for it is equally compelling. It is important to get off on the right foot with the return to Sony. She has a great opportunity to rebrand and build upon her legacy even more.
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Post by Deleted on Apr 11, 2015 9:56:21 GMT -5
I think she will treat it well. It's the first Hits package since #1's in '98 to actually involve her. Plus she's a create of nostagia and this title is very nostagic for her. And then there's the getting it right with Sony from the very first project.
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Post by Deleted on Apr 11, 2015 10:31:58 GMT -5
Granted none of us really know if this is an old Monica demo.. but if it's true and even if she was feeling uninspired and rushed, they still could have hooked her up with another songwriter/producer to come up with something fresher.
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Post by Deleted on Apr 11, 2015 10:47:23 GMT -5
like Adele's people!
We will know within the first ten seconds of listening to it if it's an old rehash of a song.
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Post by Dreams on Apr 11, 2015 11:14:21 GMT -5
Assume, for the sake of argument, that she felt uninspired and whatnot, why would they go with a 2009 (!!!) demo by Monica (!!!!)? That's what I don't get. Why not just go with a cover like she did on the original #1's ("I Still Believe," "Sweetheart")? Not to mention, even if she felt uninspired I'm sure she would still be able to crank out a simple pop song at the very least to lead off this compilation. She's done it time and time again ("Hero," "Through The Rain," "I Pray," "Time of Your Life" etc.) My point is, she's a pro at songwriting, so she'd be able to deliver anything when assigned to. In other news, the countdown on her website is now gone. They fixed it, lol.
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Post by Elusive Chanteuse on Apr 11, 2015 11:14:56 GMT -5
Oh god no. I hope it isn't a Monica rehash. I'd be disappointed. I wanted something fresh and hard-hitting!
In other news, the album cover reveal is in 23 hours!!!!!
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Post by JamaicaFunkยฒ on Apr 11, 2015 11:54:24 GMT -5
Oh god no. I hope it isn't a Monica rehash. I'd be disappointed. I wanted something fresh and hard-hitting! In other news, the album cover reveal is in 23 hours!!!!! Is that what's being revealed? Did she mention that somewhere? Surely she should know not to create anticipation for such a thing after the backlash that the MIAM cover(s) received.
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Post by PopLuva on Apr 11, 2015 11:55:33 GMT -5
i remember that song infinity there used to be a clip from the show of the song. i think i liked that one too. its probly the same one lol.
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Post by sundaymorningguy on Apr 11, 2015 13:26:54 GMT -5
Well I am sure we will be hearing the new single soon, so no point in worrying until we hear it. I don't even know why we are worrying. Mariah puts out solid work pretty much. It isn't like radio is going to jump on whatever she is offering anyway at least not immediately. I just want to be able to say the promo leading up to everything was on point.
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Post by Deleted on Apr 11, 2015 16:17:44 GMT -5
It is definitely not that song. That was a mid-tempo ballad-ish song, this one has been described as a banger.
Also, I'm not seeing botox or fillers. That is always what Mariah's face has looked like when she puts on weight. Knowing how quickly she typically loses weight, I'm sure she'll look great in no time.
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Post by Deleted on Apr 11, 2015 17:49:51 GMT -5
There's been absolutely no word on what the song actually sounds like from anyone reputable though. The only info we've gotten from reputable sources is about the song itself and when it's supposed to be out.
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Post by #LisaRinna on Apr 12, 2015 6:06:49 GMT -5
Even if it were the Monica demo, we don't know how much of it she'll have changed.
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Post by #LisaRinna on Apr 12, 2015 7:37:21 GMT -5
It's a special occasion! Mimi's emancipation! #10years
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Post by JamaicaFunkยฒ on Apr 12, 2015 7:42:43 GMT -5
Interesting that her "reveal" is on this date.
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Post by Dreams on Apr 12, 2015 7:46:17 GMT -5
It's a special occasion! Mimi's emancipation! #10years Still a big favorite of mine. Such a POWERFUL album. Happy anniversary!
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Post by Jay D83 on Apr 12, 2015 7:48:24 GMT -5
The album that changed everything...AGAIN. I remember riding the bus at 8:30 in the morning right before work and arguing with the woman at K-Mart. Heffa gon' tell me CDs aint being put out yet. I had to tell the bitch, I'm NOT going to be late for work, AND I'm not leaving until I'm EMANCIPATED! She found me the damn CD. lol.
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Post by Deleted on Apr 12, 2015 9:05:54 GMT -5
The album cover will gradually reveal as people collectively share the page on their Facebook and Twitter: www.mariahcarey.com/
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Post by MFM29 on Apr 12, 2015 9:08:52 GMT -5
Mariah always disappointing with her dumbass announcements ยฌยฌ
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Post by Jay D83 on Apr 12, 2015 9:10:27 GMT -5
Mariah always disappointing with her dumbass announcements ยฌยฌ I KNOW! I'm literally counting down with the counter and now have to wait AGAIN!?! Straight ridiculous.
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Post by Deleted on Apr 12, 2015 9:14:58 GMT -5
#RevealMariah is already trending on Twitter worldwide.
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Post by Caution on Apr 12, 2015 9:15:32 GMT -5
6% progress...I need a hacker right now
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Post by Jay D83 on Apr 12, 2015 9:17:06 GMT -5
Well, at least the classic Columbia font is back...
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Post by Musicguy on Apr 12, 2015 9:20:28 GMT -5
OMG the excitement!
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Post by Caution on Apr 12, 2015 9:29:29 GMT -5
only nudes would be worth all this time lol
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Post by Tea-why on Apr 12, 2015 9:29:37 GMT -5
So I'll check again in 3 days when it actually gets to 100%.
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