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OMG, OMG, Z-O-M-G. Mariah Carey's "Fantasy," one of THE BEST songs of our generation, has a "Pop Up Video," and we felt like you guys should know about it! Now is also the time you guys should know that for my 12th birthday, my dear father gifted me with life-size cardboard cutout of Mariah Carey that I still have to this day. #sadbuttrue

Thanks to our pals over at "Pop Up Video" we've learned several juicy tidbits about the filming of this cinematic masterpiece. For example, did you know that Mariah was actually riding that insane roller coaster, and it wasn't just some edit room magic? They mounted the camera to the front of the roller coaster and Mariah did her thang. (Clearly, motion sickness is not an issue for her.) We also find out that the "Fantasy" video was Mariah's directorial debut (great job, gurl!). She drew the storyboard for the video using -- wait for it -- stick figures.

+ Learn more about Mariah Carey's "Pop Up Video" for "Fantasy" after the jump!

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+ Get a glimpse of Madonna, fresh off of her second Golden Globe win, and M.I.A. in the studio recording "Birthday Song," which was featured during Madge's recent interview with Cynthia McFadden. (Idolator)

+ The 5th Annual BET Honors were taped on Sunday and air Feb. 13. Mariah Carey and Stevie Wonder were among the honorees. Performers included Kelly Rowland with Raekwon and Patti LaBelle. (Rap-Up)

+ Lana Del Rey made her live TV performance debut during "Saturday Night Live" this weekend, and it spurred a lot of interwebz chatter. Watch her perform "Video Games" and "Blue Jeans" here. (Idolator)

+ Check out a teenage Kanye West rapping on a Chicago stage in 1996! The 19-year-old pre-Yeezy has a similar cadence, but the swagger apparently grew (and grew) with age. (Stereogum)

+ Will.i.am sounds pretty hyped about the collabo he's working on with Justin Bieber for Believe. "I gotta feeling this song is [gonna] be bigger than huge," he tweeted. (Rap-Up)

+ We mentioned new song "Waiting for Something" by Nada Surf, from the band's upcoming album, The Stars Are Indifferent To Astronomy. The album's out Jan. 24, but you can stream it ahead of its release here. (NPR)

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OMG HI! How was your Christmas? Really? That's so excellent! I'm sure that mock turtleneck will look... just as bad on you as it does in the box! You should've asked for a print of Weird Al Yankovic crossed with a dinosaur. Oh well...

Oh, you're bored? You successfully watched EVERYTHING IN YOUR WHOLE, ENTIRE NETFLIX QUEUE? Damn. Well, thanks for stopping by, even though you're officially the ONE person online today. Most everyone else is out returning stuff. And you really should return that turtleneck, bro. Seriously. But until you change out of your Forever Lazy, here are a few post-holiday stocking stuffers to enjoy. It's some of our favorite Buzzworthy and MTV moments of the year, and some of the greatest hits of 2011 from our friends around the internet. Enjoy! (Also, please shower.)

+ Wait, so, did anyone get a stuffed animal version of Boo The Dog for the holidays? Because we sure didn't.

+ But, more important, did anyone remember to get YOUR DOLLS their own Justin Bieber shirts? I hope so!

+ BuzzFeed tallied up the 50 best celebrity tweets of 2011. Because someone had to. Just not us.

+ They also pulled together a list of the 20 most important cats of 2011.

+  OMG! Cats in SPACE!

+ Man, pop stars went to the airport ALL THE TIME this year!

+ Speaking of pop stars and pets, HOW ADORABLE IS SELENA GOMEZ'S DOG!?!?!? WANT!

+ BRB, STILL bawling over Demi Lovato's Spanish verison of "Skyscraper."

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Right now it's no doubt that you're either knee-deep in Christmas tunes or burying your face in a gallon of adult eggnog -- or you're burying your face in a gallon of adult eggnog because of said Christmas tunes. But we're not total Scrooges up in here! Below is a list of some of Buzzworthy's favorite Christmas classics along with newer, Noel-time tunes. We also threw a few carols in there that make us feel like this cat -- being forced to pose for a photo wearing an uncomfortable reindeer headband to the point where you feel like it's now your life forever and ever. Enjoy! Oh, and Happy Holidays!

Before You Exit, "O' Silent Night": Orlando pop-punk foursome Before You Exit tug at our heartstrings with their version of "O' Silent Night," with exactly the kind of harmonics and haircuts we need to warm the cuckolds of our hearts this holiday season. Wait, what are cuckolds anyway? + Listen to Before You Exit, "O' Silent Night."

Forever The Sickest Kids, "Mistletoe Is For Quitters": A new edition to the pop-punk Christmas song canon, if you will. Forever The Sickest Kids' new single, "Mistletoe Is For Quitters," has little to do with rehab and a lot to do with crying on Christmas. + Listen to Forever The Sickest Kids, "Mistletoe Is For Quitters."

Britney Spears, "My Only Wish": The absolute holy grail of 1990s pop Christmas songs. + Listen to Britney Spears, "My Only Wish."

Run-D.M.C., "Christmas In Hollis": These pioneers of early hip-hop took a little time out in 1987 to let us in on what Christmas is like in Queens. Spoiler alert: average amount of holiday cheer, way more gold chains. + Listen to Run-D.M.C., "Christmas In Hollis."

Lady Gaga, "Christmas Tree": You have to hand it to Lady Gaga -- she released this song and STILL became one of the richest women on the planet. It's no "Bad Romance," but it's still worth listening to due to the fact that she had the cojones to compare her... muffin... to a... delicious Christmas tree? + Listen to Lady Gaga, "Christmas Tree."

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If you had any doubts that Justin Bieber was the King Of Christmas, then let his tricked out, all-things-holiday video for "All I Want For Christmas Is You" seal the deal.

We recently brought you a still from Justin's classy "All I Want" video shoot and now we get to see the whole Christmas explosion come to life. The video, which premiered on last night's "Christmas In Rockefeller Center" tree lighting, was filmed at Macy's and depicts Justin and some pals braving the crowds for a rigorous day of Christmas shopping. (Stars, they're just like us! Except not really since the store was totally empty and sealed off for Justin's private shopping extravaganza.)

Decked in his Christmas-chic jacket, (Christmas-chic seems to be Justin's style lately!), The Biebs grabs a shopping cart and peruses the aisles. He passes the ties, the button-down shirts and the loafers before stumbling on something he'd like to take home with him immediately: Mariah Carey. (And a well-placed Nintendo DS! HOW'D THAT GET THERE?!?!) Showing off her post-baby body in a revealing, red and white snow bunny chic ensemble, Justin gawks as Mariah acts like an experienced cougar dances only semi-appropriately for him (FYI, shaking your booty for a minor is totally legal, guys).

Justin and Mariah continue to shop until they're bombarded by throngs of fans who have burst through Macy's doors. Mariah and Justin hand out Christmas gifts to all their pals, which collectively seals their fate as co-bosses of all things holiday, forever and ever. (And a partridge in a pear tree).

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Justin Bieber is the boss of Christmas. That's just the way it is. His holiday album, Under The Mistletoe, has already completely discouraged other artists from putting out any holiday-themed albums this year dominated the charts, he's collabo-ed with the original Christmas diva, Mariah Carey, on their remake of "All I Want For Christmas Is You," and now he's posted what I believe to be the most perfect, impeccably styled Christmas photo EVAR!

Justin posted a still from his "All I Want For Christmas Is You" video shoot to Facebook and reminded fans to check out the upcoming vid, debuting Wednesday, Nov. 30. Check out the overload of Christmas paraphernalia going on here: You've got the quintessential red sleigh, the fluffy white snow, the chipper Frosty The Snowman, the ready-to-ride reindeer, the glistening twinkle lights, the fragrant evergreen wreaths, the sparkling gold ornaments, the bountiful pile of presents... Uhh, Bieber's Christmas is TRICKED THE EFF OUT.

But the pièce de résistance? Justin somehow manages to look completely festive yet completely badass AT THE SAME TIME. Even while wearing a jacket with sleeves that can only be described as "Christmas stocking chic," Justin still rocks some totally baller kicks. Also, are those leather knee pads?!

What have we learned today, folks? Justin Bieber is (and will forever be) Father Christmas -- position filled. (I do happen to know there's an opening for the King Of Hanukkah, if anyone's interested.)

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1.) If you've ever wondered how many facial expressions Nicki Minaj can pull off in 45 seconds, Britney Spears' Femme Fatale concert footage of the rapper dropping verses for the "Till The World Ends (Remix)" offers a thorough study. Fact: We lost count after the first few seconds. (Rap Radar)

2.) As if Jay-Z didn't have enough to be proud of this year (hello, new baby on the way!), the rapper was also recently named "Man of Year" by GQ Magazine. (Entertainment Weekly)

3.) We weren't sure if Nick Jonas was the kind of hubby that lifts a finger in the kitchen, but bro's gone schooled us with his mad culinary skills on TV -- dude's not just hot, he sizzles! (Just Jared Jr.)

4.) MTV's Posted artist Kelly Clarkson performed a duet with Carrie Underwood on Clarkson's "Unplugged" special -- or what we'd like to call "the ultimate 'American Idol' face-off!" JK! (PopCrush)

5.) Have 6K burning a hole in your pocket? How 'bout picking up replicas of both Michael Jackson's "Beat It" and "Thriller" leather jackets? Side note: If you're looking to get rid of giant amounts of money, we'd be willing to help. (MTV Style)

6.) Selena Gomez and Justin Bieber had their first "parenting" scare when their pup Baylor swallowed a few rocks. The pooch is A-OK, and now the threesome have happily continued with their most-adorbz-family-EVER reign. (CeleBuzz)

7.) Dudes may be growing some hairy 'staches in honor of "Movember," but Kelly Rowland's sporting a milk mustache in celebration of healthy kids. (That Grape Juice)

8.) The holiday season's already peeking its head out of drugstore aisles everywhere, and now stills from Mariah Carey and John Legend's new music video "When Christmas Comes" made just as early of an arrival. (TheYBF)

9.) Rihanna's been generously dropping new songs over the last few weeks, but girl gave fans the ultimate gift at her recent concert in London: a live, first-time performance of "We Found Love"! (MTV News)

10.) Justin Timberlake, James Franco, Ryan Gosling and Pharrell Williams have been named our generations' "Modern Day Renaissance Men." Who knew being so multitalented also included being so damn hot? (BuzzFeed)

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Mariah Carey before and after her weight loss. Credit: Jenny

Dear Mariah Carey,

Girl, you made it HAPPEN! Congrats on your amazing weight loss of 70 POUNDS after giving birth to twins Moroccan and Monroe just six months ago. Just as you weren't shy showing off your baby bump (heck, sometimes you even decorated it for us) now, you've breezily blown into "The Rosie Show" on OWN rocking a tight black mini-mini, revealing a new body you put in WERQUE for.

Clearly, sweet destiny carried you through desperation. We think you look great at any weight, but YOU had a vision of love AND a slimmer you, and you've proven that with a little willpower, a girl can be back in her skinny jeans after birthing not one but TWO humans, in just a few months. (Please. No Mom Jeans for Mariah.) What's more, you've launched a successful side-hustle as a Jenny Craig diet plan spokesperson. (Side note: did you know it's just "Jenny," now? No Craig! Who knew?)

So kudos (or, in the parlance of Ramona Singer, "kudooze") to you, MC. We think you look so phenomenal, we sort of DO want to cry tears of jealousy and joy over how fabulous you look. We think the world will take you up on that invitation to Touch [Your] Body. You've effectively proven that all you wanted for Christmas this year was a svelte bod and an Us Weekly cover story.

Mission accomplished.

Love,

Us

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Christmas is still like, two months away, but my apartment is obviously already decorated in preparation for the arrival of Under The Mistletoe, Justin Bieber's Christmas album that's out Nov. 1. We've already been treated to Justin's "Mistletoe" video in addition to his totally GORG duet "The Christmas Song" with his BFF/mentor Usher. But the duet we've truly been dying to hear is Justin and Mariah Carey's new spin on her classic "All I Want For Christmas Is You."

Mariah's been super excited about this duet for weeks, and now we can totally see why. While the pair didn't stray too far from the original, the new tune does begin with some seriously dope scatting from both Bieber and Mariah until Carey's booming vocals sing us through the first verse of her iconic hit. Justin tackles the second verse like a pro until the two join forces for a beauteous duet on the bridge. And the real-life sleigh bell sounds are still in tact! (Thank God).

Also, WE'VE HEARD ANOTHER MISTLETOE SONG! BONUS! Justin's collabo with Busta Rhymes is perhaps the most brilliantly unexpected take on a Christmas classic EVER! Justin and Busta legit turned "Little Drummer Boy" into a straight-up club banger rife with synths and Busta's signature superfast verses. Justin raps too (!!!), which basically takes this entire situation to a whole other level -- Justin himself is even obsessed with it. "If you really think about it," said Justin, "It's genius, because it's rapping on a Christmas album." Well, we thought about it too, JB --  yep, GE-NI-US.

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1.) Forget "sultry nurse" or "naughty kitten" -- be THE definition of sexy for Halloween: Dress up like Beyoncé! This music video wardrobe breakdown guarantees winning any contest, or at least the eye of a zombie dude. (MTV Style)

2.) While some reminisce about the days of getting detention with old high school pals, Justin Timberlake fondly recollects causing mayhem with Ryan Gosling during their "Mickey Mouse Club" days. Just more proof that bad boys grow up to be hunks. (PopSugar)

3.) Katy Perry's recent birthday reminds us not only to celebrate her musical successes but also her tresses. The head turner's locks have changed so much over the years that we're betting peeps can't guess her natural color. Hint: It's not pink. (TheFABlife)

4.) If all the goodies from Kelly Clarkson's recently released album, Stronger, just isn't enough to hold over devoted fans, here are some of her greatest live performances. If that's not enough, you might be addicted. (Idolator)

5.) Taylor Swift doesn't just sing (and glisten) like an angel, she lives the part. The adorable do-gooder donated 6,000 books to a struggling library near her hometown. Bookworms are officially cool all over again. (ONTD)

6.) Jessie J likes how Britney Spears smells! The singer adores Brit's "Fantasy" perfume and sprays it for good luck before every performance.That's putting pheromones to good use.(Monsters And Critics)

7.) JoJo gets inspiration from the likes of Taylor Swift, Selena Gomez and Justin Bieber and joins the cover-your-favorite-contemporary-musician trend with an acoustic version of Rihanna's "What's My Name?" Heads up: Girl does it justice. (Pop Dust)

8.) Justin Bieber may have duets with Mariah Carey and Usher, but he's not the only holiday crooner this season. The "Glee" kids are back with their second Christmas album, and it's promising the voices of the winners from this past season's "The Glee Project." (PopCrush)

9.) While most parent date nights involve splitting dessert at Applebee's, Pink leaves the kid with a babysitter and hits a jazz club stage for an impromptu performance. Watch Pink seriously KILL jazz standard "Summertime." (BuzzFeed)

10.) Those looking to relive the early millennium can thank Britney Spears. The pop princess is recruiting Backstreet Boy Howie Dorough to open for a few of her South American tour dates. (MTV News)

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