In Control: How Janet Jackson Shaped Her Destiny, Her Way

In Control: How Janet Jackson Shaped Her Destiny, Her Way

Source: Bonnie Schiffman Photography / Getty “This is a story about control. My control. Control of what I say. Control of what I do. And this time, I’m gonna do it my way.” The opening monologue of Janet Jackson’s 1986 hit “Control” was more than just a lyric. It was a mission statement. Before this point, the public mostly regarded her as the baby sister of the Jackson 5. Even as she was already gaining notoriety with TV roles and her first tw…

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Source: Bonnie Schiffman Photography / Getty “This is a story about control. My control. Control of what I say. Control of what I do. And this time, I’m gonna do it my way.” The opening monologue of Janet Jackson’s 1986 hit “Control” was more than just a lyric. It was a mission statement. Before this point, the public mostly regarded her as the baby sister of the Jackson 5. Even as she was already gaining notoriety with TV roles and her first tw…

5 Surprising Facts About Janet Jackson's 'Rhythm Nation 1814' - That Eric Alper

In 1989, Janet Jackson stood at the height of her power — and chose a path paved not only with hooks and heat, but with hope. Rhythm Nation 1814 arrived like a declaration: militant style, industrial sounds, socially conscious lyrics, and choreography sharp enough to cut through apathy. With Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis at […] The post 5 Surprising Facts About Janet Jackson’s ‘Rhythm Nation 1814’ appeared first on That Eric Alper.