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Janet Jackson

Janet Jackson

contemporary R&B, pop music

United States

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Sound in a sentence: "A rhythmic pulse drives her music forward, layered with rich textures that ebb through moments of tension and release."
Janet Jackson stands as a pivotal figure in reshaping contemporary pop and R&B, carving out a space where personal narrative intertwines with broader cultural dialogues. Her work transcends mere entertainment; it has provoked conversations around identity, sexuality, and social issues, influencing generations of artists and listeners alike.
Janet Jackson stands as a pivotal figure in reshaping contemporary pop and R&B, carving out a space where personal narrative intertwines with broader cultural dialogues. Her work transcends mere entertainment; it has provoked conversations around identity, sexuality, and social issues, influencing generations of artists and listeners alike. By infusing her music with both vulnerability and assertiveness, she has created a platform for others to explore their own complexities. Her approach is characterized by meticulous craft and an innovative use of production techniques that blend rhythm, melody, and emotion. Collaborating with top-tier producers and songwriters, Jackson has consistently pushed the sonic envelope while maintaining an accessible sound. This commitment to artistry reflects not just a desire for commercial success but also an intention to engage listeners on a deeper level, creating a soundscape that feels both immediate and timeless. Lyrically, Jackson often navigates themes of love, empowerment, and self-discovery, balancing irony and sincerity in her storytelling. Her voice oscillates between confessional intimacy and bold proclamations, making her songs resonate with authenticity and emotional depth. This duality allows her to connect with an audience seeking both escapism and reflection.

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Discography

93 releases • 19 studio • 1982–2020
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Singles ()

Made for Now

Made for Now

2018

Dammn Baby

Dammn Baby

2016

Unbreakable

Unbreakable

2015

Nothing

Nothing

2010

Make Me

Make Me

2009

Can't B Good

Can't B Good

2008

LUV

LUV

2008

Rock with U

Rock with U

2008

Feedback

Feedback

2007

With U

With U

2006

Enjoy

Enjoy

2006

Call on Me

Call on Me

2006

So Excited

So Excited

2006

Don't Worry

Don't Worry

2005

All Nite (Don't Stop)

All Nite (Don't Stop)

2004

R&B Junkie

R&B Junkie

2004

Just a Little While

Just a Little While

2004

I Want You

I Want You

2004

Janet Megamix 04

Janet Megamix 04

2003

Feel It Boy

Feel It Boy

2002

Come On Get Up

Come On Get Up

2002

Someone to Call My Lover

Someone to Call My Lover

2001

All for You

All for You

2001

Doesn't Really Matter

Doesn't Really Matter

2000

What's It Gonna Be?!

What's It Gonna Be?!

1999

Girlfriend/Boyfriend

Girlfriend/Boyfriend

1999

Ask for More

Ask for More

1999

Luv Me, Luv Me

Luv Me, Luv Me

1998

Go Deep

Go Deep

1998

You

You

1998

Every Time

Every Time

1998

I Get Lonely

I Get Lonely

1998

Together Again

Together Again

1997

Got 'til It's Gone

Got 'til It's Gone

1997

Twenty Foreplay

Twenty Foreplay

1996

Runaway

Runaway

1995

Scream / Childhood

Scream / Childhood

1995

Whoops Now / What'll I Do

Whoops Now / What'll I Do

1995

Because of Love

Because of Love

1994

Throb

Throb

1994

You Want This

You Want This

1994

Any Time, Any Place

Any Time, Any Place

1994

Again

Again

1993

If

If

1993

That's the Way Love Goes

That's the Way Love Goes

1993

The Best Things in Life Are Free

The Best Things in Life Are Free

1992

State of the World

State of the World

1991

Love Will Never Do (Without You)

Love Will Never Do (Without You)

1990

Black Cat

Black Cat

1990

Come Back to Me

Come Back to Me

1990

Alright

Alright

1990

Escapade

Escapade

1990

Rhythm Nation

Rhythm Nation

1989

Miss You Much

Miss You Much

1989

2300 Jackson Street

2300 Jackson Street

1989

Funny How Time Flies (When You're Having Fun)

Funny How Time Flies (When You're Having Fun)

1987

Making Love in the Rain

Making Love in the Rain

1987

The Pleasure Principle

The Pleasure Principle

1987

Diamonds

Diamonds

1987

Let's Wait Awhile

Let's Wait Awhile

1987

Control

Control

1986

When I Think of You

When I Think of You

1986

Nasty

Nasty

1986

What Have You Done for Me Lately

What Have You Done for Me Lately

1986

Start Anew

Start Anew

1985

Fast Girls

Fast Girls

1984

Two to the Power of Love

Two to the Power of Love

1984

Don't Stand Another Chance

Don't Stand Another Chance

1984

Dream Street

Dream Street

1984

Say You Do

Say You Do

1983

Come Give Your Love to Me

Come Give Your Love to Me

1983

Don't Mess Up This Good Thing

Don't Mess Up This Good Thing

1983

Young Love

Young Love

1982

Burnitup!

Burnitup!

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