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Janet Jackson – Control (used)

Janet Jackson – Control (used)

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Janet Jackson – Control
"Control" is a watershed album in the career of 
Janet Jackson. 
Key details about "Control":
  • Release Date: February 4, 1986
  • Significance: This is her third studio album and is widely considered her breakthrough into mainstream stardom, as well as a declaration of her artistic independence.
  • Production: The album marked a highly successful collaboration with producers Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis, which defined the "Minneapolis sound" and influenced later R&B and pop music. John McClain was the executive producer.
  • Genre: "Control" is a fusion of R&B, funk, pop, disco, and modern synthesized percussion, often described as New Jack Swing.
  • Theme: The album's title and lyrics reflect Janet's desire to take control of her life and career, addressing themes of liberation and personal growth.
  • Hit Singles: The album generated successful singles, including "What Have You Done for Me Lately", "Nasty", "When I Think of You", "Control", and "Let's Wait Awhile".
  • Commercial Success: "Control" became Janet Jackson's first album to top the Billboard 200 chart and has been certified five times platinum, selling over 10 million copies worldwide. It also set a record for the longest continuous run of charting singles on the Hot 100.
  • Critical Acclaim: It received critical acclaim and numerous awards and nominations, including a Grammy Award nomination for Album of the Year.
  • Cultural Impact: The album and its music videos, which showcased Jackson's dancing ability, helped influence the direction of pop music and the prominence of Black artists on MTV. 
In essence, "Control" was a pivotal moment in Janet Jackson's career, establishing her as a powerful and independent artist and making a lasting impact on pop and R&B music. 
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