E=MC2

I bought this album because I liked "Touch My Body" and "Bye Bye", and after listening to it those tracks are not even in my top 3 from the album (I absolutely adore "For The Record" and I think my next 2 would be "Side Effects" - in part for the lyrics - and "I Stay In Love"). Mariah puts so much emotion and inflection in her voice I think I could listen to her sing anything, but this album is a great display of the voice and lyrics I love. I liked Mariah when she was pop but I have enjoyed her transition to R&B (with the exception of the Glitter years... she was still working out some kinks). I think she has gone a bit to the commercial extreme at times but I also think that she's found her niche in soulful R&B that has her distinct flare. In this same genre I also love Keyshia Cole's first two albums. Although E=MC2 does not have any singles as strong as her two knock-outs from Mimi ("We Belong Together" and "Don't Forget About Us") I dare say I may still enjoy this album a wee bit better as a whole.

Well, well, well. From the most successful female recording artist of all time comes an album full of memorable gems that are sure to please even the most critical of critics. Mariah Carey delivers a stunning performance on E=MC2. The first and most emotionally gripping track im going to share my insight on is Bye Bye. This song speaks of lost loved ones and the deep emotion Mariah exhibits is tantalizingly impacting. While listening to this track you cannot help but reminisce about all the loved ones you lost and dont be surprised if you find yourself shedding a tear or two. Furthermore, "I Stay in Love" is another powerful piece of music that is indicitive of Mariah's relaying of true love and its everlasting mark on ones heart and soul. "I Wish You Well" is perhaps the standout track of the album. This gospel-laced track shows that Mariah's vocals, althought not in their prime, are still capable of producing immense soul. This track will bring you back to the days when Mariah's vocals were unmatched (with the exception of Whitney Houston) and will have chills streaming through your body as her voice caresses the words with unmistakeable presence. Another great song is "Last Kiss". This song will fill your heart with joy and happiness and is undoubtedly one of the best songs on the album. A catchy beat coupled with Mariahs sweet supple vocals solidify this songs place on the album. All in all there are only a couple songs on this album that are not at least good. "O.O.C." and "For the Record" are the only songs on the album that did not keep up with the greatness of this album. The songs I reviewed are all ballads. But have no fear if your looking for club tracks. That need is met here fully. That is perhaps the best part about this album. Mariah's ability to give her fans the inspirational tear jerking ballads, and at the same time incorporate the head swaying numbers that keep the balance is superior to her counterparts. Congratulations Mariah your achievements are hard earned, and well deserved.

E=MC2, does she even know what that means? And who wrote these songs? I hope she didn't. Mariah has a beautiful and amazing voice, but the songs on this album IN MY OPINION do not go with her voice at all. I was highly disappointed after listening to this album. I kept thinking maybe I need to give it another chance and listen to it again..and I did..and I am still disappointed.

Out of all the songs on this album I only like two, which are Migrate and For The Record. Her last album was definitely a hit, but this one is a flop. Try again Mariah and to all the people who gave her four and five star reviews did we listen to the SAME album?

Love Mariah and will always listen to her....Just please get over that marriage thing over TOmmy Motolla...enough said!

I'll be honest...I love Mariah Carey! I have been a fan of hers since she came out and have RELUCTANTLY followed her down the R&B path she insists on taking (yes...I am one of those fans who prefers her big ballads). I was really shocked at how well The Emancipation of Mimi did as it was not one of my favorite CD's of hers. In my opinion this CD is much better and has become one of my favorite MIMI CD's (even without any big ballads). Buy it...you'll like it. :)