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Originally Posted by Iggy's Forehead
Her third album is her most critically acclaimed, and it brought her money, fame and success in America. Not to mention heavy production by Timberland. It's the only one I'd consider buying.
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Her third album won her more awards and got her more press, no doubt. It's not a bad album if you're into that kind of thing but there was a noticeable shift in her image and PR from Folklore to Loose. I would argue that Folklore was probably her best album so far.
Mariah Carey's career (save for the Glitter low-light) kind of followed a similar trajectory. Early on she was noted for her incredible vocal range and pure singing abilities. Talented and classy. Then she decided she was going to be all sexy and stuff. She still has unparalleled range and the abilities are all still there... it's just now she's hotter and probably has enjoyed more mainstream success than she would have had she continued her more conservative career.
Gawd, I feel like a ###### for debating this.