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That's the Way Love Goes

Janet Jackson · 1993

34 min · 6 tracks · contemporary R&B

Smooth, sultry melodies intertwine with laid-back grooves, embodying the essence of 90s R&B.

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laid-back groove for relaxation smooth melodies for intimate moments steady pacing for easy listening
Context
Released in 1993, 'That's the Way Love Goes' marked Janet Jackson's commercial peak following her acclaimed album 'janet.' in 1993. This single helped solidify her status as a leading figure in contemporary R&B, showcasing her evolution as an artist and her ability to blend pop sensibilities with deeper emotional themes.
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That's the Way Love Goes is a single by Janet Jackson, released in 1993. Smooth, sultry melodies intertwine with laid-back grooves, embodying the essence of 90s R&B. 'That's the Way Love Goes' became a defining hit for Janet Jackson, reaching number one on the Billboard Hot 100 and earning her a Grammy Award for Best R&B Song. Its innovative production and smooth vocal delivery influenced countless artists in the genre and has been recognized as a quintessential track of the 90s R&B movement. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does That's the Way Love Goes sound like?

Smooth, sultry melodies intertwine with laid-back grooves, embodying the essence of 90s R&B. Rooted in contemporary R&B.

What makes That's the Way Love Goes by Janet Jackson notable?

'That's the Way Love Goes' became a defining hit for Janet Jackson, reaching number one on the Billboard Hot 100 and earning her a Grammy Award for Best R&B Song. Its innovative production and smooth vocal delivery influenced countless artists in the genre and has been recognized as a quintessential track of the 90s R&B movement. Released in 1993, 'That's the Way Love Goes' marked Janet Jackson's commercial peak following her acclaimed album 'janet.' in 1993. This single helped solidify her status as a leading figure in contemporary R&B, showcasing her evolution as an artist and her ability to blend pop sensibilities with deeper emotional themes.

Who is That's the Way Love Goes for?

That's the Way Love Goes works well if you're into laid-back groove for relaxation, smooth melodies for intimate moments and steady pacing for easy listening.

How many songs are on That's the Way Love Goes?

That's the Way Love Goes has 6 tracks, running approximately 34 minutes.

Tracklist

6 tracks·34:02

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  • 1 That’s the Way Love Goes (LP version) Standout 4:28
  • 2 That’s the Way Love Goes (CJ R&B 7″ mix) Standout 4:11
  • 3 That’s the Way Love Goes (CJ R&B 12″ mix) 6:19
  • 4 That’s the Way Love Goes (CJ FXTC club mix 12″) Standout 6:25
  • 5 That’s the Way Love Goes (Macapella) 6:24
  • 6 That’s the Way Love Goes (CJ FXTC instrumental) 6:15

Release Date

April 20, 1993

Genre

contemporary R&B

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Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

34 min 2 sec