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Please Explain
May 22, 2025
Will Mariah the Scientist Win the War on Love? "Burning Blue" Explained | PLEASE EXPLAIN
Mariah the Scientist has grown a cult following since the singer/songwriter released music in 2018, and while she’s had a multi-platinum song (“Spread Thin”), “Burning Blue” might be the single that takes her career to the next level. What’s the meaning behind “Burning Blue”? How does she feel when people critique her voice and her romantic decisions? Why does she tour so much? Why was it important for her to own her masters? And what’s the current state of R&B? Mariah the Scientist will explore these questions, and many more, on Please Explain. And host, Aria Hughes, will break down why artists like Mariah the Scientist want to own their masters in the Music Sense segment. "Please Explain Hosted by Aria Hughes" is an explainer show about culture, fashion, and music that brings context, not confusion, to the internet.
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