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Prior to her first studio project with Virgin, she appeared in her first of several lead film roles in Poetic Justice (1993). "[316], Jackson describes Lena Horne as a profound inspiration, for entertainers of several generations as well as herself. 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[83] She provided moral support, defending her brother, and denied abuse allegations regarding her parents made by her sister La Toya. "[343] She is the only female artist in the history of the Hot 100 to have 18 consecutive top ten hit singles, from "Miss You Much" (1989) to "I Get Lonely" (1998). Visit Billboard Pro for music business news, 10 Cool New Pop Songs to Get You Through The Week: Mimi Webb, Gracie Abrams, M83 & More, Jerrod Carmichael Jokes That Spielbergs Movie Changed Kanye Wests Mind During Golden Globes, Rihannas Presence at the Golden Globes Was Too Tempting for Niecy Nash & Jerrod Carmichael to Not Joke About. Upon the debut of Control, she became a dominant figure in entertainment, establishing herself as one of the pioneers of the video era. [69] It sold six million copies worldwide, becoming one of the best-selling singles of all time. (2022) 16 Videos 99+ Photos Janet Damita Jo Jackson was born on May 16, 1966 in Gary, Indiana, to Katherine Jackson (ne Katherine Esther Scruse) and Joe Jackson, a musician. Control received six Billboard Awards, including "Top Pop Singles Artist", and three Grammy nominations, such as Album of the Year. [40] Rolling Stone wrote "[a]s princess of America's black royal family, everything Janet Jackson does is important. [45] [245][246] Refocusing the tour's theme to reflect socially conscious messages from Jackson's entire music catalog, many songs selected for the concert set list along with corresponding imagery depicted on stage address racism, white supremacy, fascism, xenophobia and police brutality. [268] Later that year, the tour was postponed indefinitely due to the COVID-19 pandemic. [21][123] The album was a return to an upbeat dance style, receiving generally positive reception. [11][12] Janet's great-grandfather, July "Jack" Gale, was a US Army scout. In July 2000, Jackson appeared in her second film, Nutty Professor II: The Klumps, as the role of Professor Denise Gaines, opposite Eddie Murphy. "[335] On March 24, 2021, the Library of Congress announced that Janet Jackson's Rhythm Nation 1814 had been added to the National Recording Registry's class of 2020, stating that the album still "resonates today". "She's leading the mainstream dance movement in all facets and truly creates some of the most intricate shapes and movement in her work," she says. Friday (July 26) also marks the reissue of four classic Janet albums on vinyl for the first time: Rhythm Nation 1814, janet., The Velvet Rope and All For You. [271], On December 12, 2022, Jackson announced she was going on tour again starting April 14, 2023, with her Together Again Tour and teased new music. "[313] Michael MacCambridge of the Austin American-Statesman, who reviewed Jackson's Rhythm Nation World Tour, described lip-syncing as a "moot point", stating "Jackson was frequently singing along with her own pre-recorded vocals, to achieve a sound closer to radio versions of singles. By the end of the 1990s, she was named by Billboard magazine as the second most successful recording artist of the decade in the United States after Mariah Carey. The foundation's CEO stated "We are profoundly grateful to Janet Jackson for joining amfAR as a chair of its first event in Milan She brings incomparable grace and a history of dedication to the fight against AIDS. [8] Jackson had initially desired to become a horse racing jockey or entertainment lawyer, with plans to support herself through acting. "[309] [27][28] The album shot to No. Instantly iconic for its chair-based video choreography (later referenced by Britney Spears for 2000's Stronger), this lead single from Rhythm Nation 1814 is Jackson's biggest hit on the US chart. Along with breaking down Jacksons technical skills, the video series also discusses her influence on a next generation of dancers. 1 on Adult R&B Songs", "BET to honor Janet Jackson with new 'Icon' award", "EXCLUSIVE: Janet Jackson Announces a Surprising New Venture", "Janet Jackson Titles New Album, Previews "The Great Forever", "Janet Jackson Teases Upbeat New Song 'The Great Forever,' Confirms Album Title", "6 things we now know about Janet Jackson's new album, thanks to Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis", "Janet Jackson shares powerful new single, 'Unbreakable', "Janet Jackson And Missy Elliott 'BURNITUP!' [16] In March 1969, they signed a record deal with Motown, and soon had their first number-one hit. [226] The song went to number 1 on the Billboard + Twitter Trending 140 immediately following the release. [384] In 1986, Jackson began dating dancer/songwriter/director Ren Elizondo Jr.[385] On March 31, 1991, Jackson married Elizondo Jr. and the marriage was kept a secret until the divorce was announced. [112], As the tour concluded, Jackson lent guest vocals to several collaborations, including Shaggy's "Luv Me, Luv Me",[113] used for the film How Stella Got Her Groove Back, as well as "Girlfriend/Boyfriend" with Teddy Riley's group Blackstreet,[114] and "What's It Gonna Be?!" [8] Her debut album, Janet Jackson, was released in 1982. Her most notable accolades include the American Music Award's "Award of . [272], Jackson possesses a mezzo-soprano vocal range. She is an actress and writer, known for White Chicks (2004), Michael Jackson feat. [97] Jackson returned with a dramatic change in image, boasting vibrant red hair, nasal piercings, and tattoos. Tour posters, tickets and recent album all say, quite simply "Janet", and leave it at that. "When I Think of You" became her first No. [65][329] Klein argued that "stardom was not too hard to predict, but few could have foreseen that JanetMiss Jackson, if you're nastywould one day replace Michael as true heir to the Jackson family legacy.". "[92], Jackson renewed her contract with Virgin Records for a reported $80 million the following year. [247] The tour opened to positive critical reception, with several commentators praising Jackson's post-pregnancy physical fitness, showmanship and socially conscious messages. [162] The incident became the most recorded and replayed moment in TiVo history, enticing an estimated 35,000 new subscribers. The initial schedule comprised fourteen shows at the Park Theater at Park MGM resort; three additional shows were announced in May. [333][334] A model of reinvention, author Jessie Carney Smith wrote that "Janet has continued to test the limits of her transformative power", receiving accolades in music, film and concert tours throughout the course of her career. Family lore held that he was also a Native American medicine man. 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"[305] Her music videos have also contributed to a higher degree of sexual freedom among young women, with Jackson "heavily implying male-on-female oral sex in music videos by pushing down on a man's head until he's in exactly the right position. Watch thisbehind-the-scenes clip featuring even more inspired performances. 2023 Billboard Media, LLC. [388][389] From 2002 to 2009, Jackson dated music producer/rapper/songwriter Jermaine Dupri. Trending. Her sound and choreography became a catalyst in the growth of MTV, enabling her to rise to prominence while breaking gender and racial barriers in the process. [224] On June 22, the lead single "No Sleeep" was released from the album. After the album's release, Dupri was condemned for his production and misguidance of the album, and subsequently was removed from his position at Virgin Records. [41] Leon McDermott of the Sunday Herald wrote: "Her million-selling albums in the 1980s helped invent contemporary R&B through Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis's muscular, lean production; the sinuous grooves threaded through 1986's Control and 1989's Rhythm Nation 1814 are the foundation upon which today's hotshot producers and singers rely. It was produced by Angela Winbush, Ren Moore, Bobby Watson of Rufus and Leon Sylvers III, and overseen by her father Joseph. "[173], Jackson was ranked the seventh richest woman in the entertainment industry by Forbes, having amassed a fortune of over $150 million. The Janet-come-lately and her octet of dance-floor acrobats moved with ferocious elegance to tracks like 'Goodies,' but the singer had glaring microphone problems when she spoketediously, about the 'importance' of her upcoming sophomore album. [242] Jackson's music and choreography have inspired numerous performers. [26] Within six weeks, Jackson and the duo crafted her third studio album, Control, released in February 1986. [381] Sociologist Shayne Lee commented that "[a]s Janet enters the twilight of her reign as erotic Queen of Pop, Beyonc emerges as her likely successor. [166], To promote the album, Jackson appeared in various magazines, and performed on the Today Show and at the Billboard Awards. And who could dispute that Janet Jackson now has more credibility than brother Michael? "[306] However, accusations of cosmetic surgery, skin lightening, and increasingly hypersexual imagery have led to her being viewed as conforming to a white, male-dominated view of sexuality, rather than liberating herself or others. She spoke publicly concerning his death at the 2009 BET Awards, stating "I'd just like to say, to you, Michael is an icon, to us, Michael is family. She has amassed an extensive catalog, with singles such as "Nasty", "Rhythm Nation", "That's the Way Love Goes", "Together Again", and "All for You"; she holds the record for the most consecutive top-ten entries on the US Billboard Hot 100 singles chart by a female artist with 18. [206][207] Her performance earned Black Reel Awards nominations in the categories of Outstanding Supporting Actress and Outstanding Ensemble. Explore details about them in their biographies, which include trivia, interesting facts, timeline and life history. Jackson's Us Weekly cover, revealing her slim figure after heavy media focus was placed on her fluctuations in weight, became the magazine's best-selling issue in history. For promotion, she performed a medley of hits at the American Music Awards, Capital FM's Jingle Bell Ball at London's O2 arena, and The X-Factor. Her choreography and style cemented her as the powerful female pop icon we know today. "[28], In retrospect of her influence on the channel, Kyle Anderson of Entertainment Weekly commented: "The videos from Control were all over MTV, and Janet established herself as an instantly dominant pop figure talked about in the same sentences as Madonna and her older brother Michael. "[302] Beretta E. Smith-Shomade wrote that "Jackson's impact on the music video sphere came largely through music sales successes, which afforded her more visual liberties and control. "[289] Much of her success has been attributed to "a series of powerful, metallic grooves; her chirpy, multi-tracked vocals; and a lyrical philosophy built on pride and self-knowledge. When looking back on Janet Jackson's trailblazing career, it's clear her indelible dance moves are as tightly woven into culture as the timeless material that boosted her into the Rock and Roll Hall. "[290] Ritz also stated, "The mystery is the low flame that burns around the perimeters of Janet Jackson's soul. "[294] During the promotion for Janet, she stated "I love feeling deeply sexualand don't mind letting the world know. "[166] Ben Hogwood of MusicOMH applauded the "huge influence she has become on younger pretenders to her throne," most notably Britney Spears, Jennifer Lopez and Christina Aguilera. [217] With the program, she donated ten million dollars in meals to the hungry. Shayne Lee wrote that her music over the following decade "brand[ed] her as one of the most sexually stimulating vocalists of the 1990s. In June 2009, Jackson's brother Michael died at age fifty. Jackson later elaborated on her time on the show in an interview with Anderson Cooper, revealing that the cast would occasionally play pranks on her, but she spoke fondly of them. It peaked at number three on the Billboard 200. [52][53][54] The long-form "Rhythm Nation" music video won a Grammy Award. Referring to artists who have asked her to give them Janet-like moves, Landon deadpans, They have no idea how hard it is to do what she does.. Joel Selvin of the San Francisco Chronicle wrote "the 23-year-old has been making smash hit records for four years, becoming a fixture on MTV and a major role model to teenage girls across the country", and William Allen, then-executive vice president of the United Negro College Fund, told the Los Angeles Times, "Jackson is a role model for all young people to emulate and the message she has gotten to the young people of this country through the lyrics of 'Rhythm Nation 1814' is having positive effects. [200] Jackson recorded the film's theme, "Nothing", released as a promotional single. She's obviously aiming for a sexy, sultry effect, and on one level that works nicely. Want to know what everyone in the music business is talking about. Later that month, Jackson chaired the inaugural benefit of amfAR, The Foundation for AIDS Research, held in Milan in conjunction with fashion week. [151][152] The blacklist was placed into effect preceding the release of Damita Jo and continued throughout the course of Jackson's following two albums. "[42] MTV's Meaghan Garvey asserted "it's hard to overstate the significance of Control, whether in terms of the pop landscape, the evolution of the music video as a vessel for promotion and expression, or Top 40 feminist anthems." Control spawned a whopping six videosgreat ones, at thatwhich played an immeasurable role in the shift toward visible black pop. [108] A portion of the proceeds from "Together Again" were donated to the American Foundation for AIDS Research. 9", "Janet Jackson Leads Trending 140, Pentatonix's Michael Jackson Medley Hits Top Five", "Hot 100 Chart Moves: Charlie Puth & Meghan Trainor's 'Marvin Gaye' Hits Top 40", "Janet Jackson's 'No Sleeep' Becomes Her Longest-Running No. [304] The group dynamic visually embodies gender-neutral equality, with Jackson "performing asexually and anonymously in front of, but as one of the members of the group. Personally, Tina doesn't seem to have a beginning or an end in my life. "[99][100] The album debuted at number one on the Billboard200 and was certified triple Platinum, selling over ten million worldwide. The album was also made available for pre-order on iTunes the same day. So when you're thinking of asking Miss Jackson, 'What have you done for me lately?' [29][68], Janet spawned five singles and four promotional singles, receiving various certifications worldwide. The incident was referred to as "nipple gate" by the media. [318], Jackson has declared herself "a very big Joni Mitchell fan", explaining: "As a kid I was drawn to Joni Mitchell records [] Joni's songs spoke to me in an intimate, personal way. Required fields are marked *. The album's title was a reference to the two decades since the release of her breakthrough album Control, representing the album's "celebration of the joyful liberation and history-making musical style". "[43], Jackson released her fourth album, Rhythm Nation 1814, in September 1989. 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Jackson has sold over 100 million records,[3][4][5] making her one of the world's best-selling music artists. [345], In November 2010, Billboard released its "Top 50 R&B / Hip-Hop Artists of the Past 25 Years" list and ranked her at number five. [23], Jackson's second album, Dream Street, was released two years later. But the voice is not the star. [63][64] The recording contract also established her reputation as the "Queen of Pop". [167] 20 Y.O. "[331] The Routledge International Encyclopedia of Women: Global Women's Issues and Knowledge documented that Jackson, along with other prominent African-American women, had achieved financial breakthroughs in mainstream popular music, receiving "superstar status" in the process. And when she announces her sexual maturity, as she does on her new album, Janet., it's a cultural moment. "Together Again", a "post-Aids pop song", and "Free Xone", considered "a paean to homosexuality" and an "anti-homophobia track", were praised for their lyrical context, in addition to Jackson's lesbian reinterpretation of Rod Stewart's "Tonight's the Night". Over the next few years, a significant proportion of music industry revenues were generated by a handful of superstar artists; in addition to her brother Michael, there were. She has sold over 100 million records. [8] Jackson also played the role of Cleo Hewitt during the fourth season of Fame, but expressed indifference towards the series, largely due to the emotional stress of her secret marriage to R&B singer James DeBarge. [172] Slant Magazine stated, "After promising a return to Janet's dance-pop origins, [Dupri] opted to aim for urban audiences, a colossal mistake that cost Dupri his job and, probably, Janet her deal with Virgin. [292], Musicologist Richard J. Ripani identified Jackson as a leader in the development of contemporary R&B, as her music created a unique blend of genre and sound effects which ushered in the use of rap vocals into mainstream R&B. [71] Jackson took a larger role in songwriting and production than she did on her previous albums, explaining she found it necessary "to write all the lyrics and half of the melodies" while also speaking candidly about incorporating her sexuality into the album's content. [70], The album experimented with a diverse number of genres, including contemporary R&B, deep house, swing jazz, hip hop, rock, and pop, with Billboard describing each as being "delivered with consummate skill and passion". Her art, also like Marvin's, floated over a reservoir of secret pain. [174] In 2007, she starred opposite Tyler Perry as a psychotherapist in the film Why Did I Get Married?. [55], Jackson's Rhythm Nation World Tour 1990 became the most successful debut tour in history and set a record for the fastest sell-out of Japan's Tokyo Dome. "[45] The album's central theme of unity was developed in response to various crimes and tragedies reported in the media. [17][18][19], When Jackson was sixteen, her father and manager Joseph Jackson arranged a contract for her with A&M Records. Sarah Rodman of the Boston Herald remarked: "For every hand-fluttering, overwrought, melisma addict out there aping Mariah's dog calls, there's an equal number trying to match Jackson's bubbling grooves and fancy footwork, including Britney Spears, Aaliyah and Destiny's Child. When looking back on Janet Jacksons trailblazing career, its clear her indelible dance moves are as tightly woven into culture as the timeless musical material that boosted her into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame this year. It debuted at number two on the Billboard 200. [327] Joshua Klein wrote, "[f]or the first half of her recording career, Janet Jackson sounded like an artist with something to prove. Entertainment conglomerate Viacom owns MTV, VH1, and many radio formats, and a senior executive commented that they were "absolutely bailing on the record. [104], Several other singles were released, including "Go Deep" and the ballad "Every Time", which was controversial for the nudity displayed in its music video. She is noted for her innovative, socially conscious and sexually provocative records, as well as elaborate stage shows. [216], In 2012, Jackson endorsed Nutrisystem, sponsoring their weight-loss program after struggling with weight fluctuations in the past. "[310] Chris Willman of the Los Angeles Times stated the "enthralling" choreography of Jackson's Rhythm Nation 1814 Tour "represents the pinnacle of what can be done in the popping 'n' locking stylea rapid-fire mixture of rigidly jerky and gracefully fluid movements. [284] She is described by music critic Greg Kot as "an artist who has reshaped the sound and image of rhythm and blues" within the first decade of her career. "[297], Jackson drew inspiration for her music videos and performances from musicals she watched in her youth, and was heavily influenced by the choreography of Fred Astaire and Michael Kidd, among others. That was truly not my intention MTV, CBS, the NFL had no knowledge of this whatsoever, and unfortunately, the whole thing went wrong in the end. Janet Jackson: All for You (Music Video 2001) cast and crew credits, including actors, actresses, directors, writers and more. It was described as erasing the line between "stadium-size pop music concerts and full-scale theatrical extravaganzas". [253] In an interview for Billboard magazine, Jackson revealed that she was then working on new music. [235] "Burnitup!" [217] She was honored by amfAR for her contributions to AIDS research when chairing the Cinema Against AIDS gala during the Cannes Film Festival. [14] The Jacksons were devout Jehovah's Witnesses, although Janet would later refrain from organized religion. [303], Jackson received the MTV Video Vanguard Award for her contributions to the art form, and she became the first recipient of the MTV Icon tribute, celebrating her impact on the music industry as a whole. The high-ups are still pissed at her, and this is a punitive measure. [69]:118 "Again" reached number one for two weeks, while "If" and "Any Time, Any Place" peaked in the top four. [13] Janet grew up with two sisters (Rebbie and La Toya) and six brothers (Jackie, Tito, Jermaine, Marlon, Randy and Michael). "[283], Jackson continued her musical development by blending pop and urban music with elements of hip-hop in the nineties. [387] Elizondo filed a lawsuit against her, estimated to have been between $1025million, which did not reach a settlement until that year. The flame feeds off the most highly combustible elements: survival and ambition, caution and creativity, supreme confidence and dark fear. Aside from encompassing lyrics relating to social issues such as same-sex relationships, homophobia and domestic violence, it also contains themes of sadomasochism and is considered far more sexually explicit in nature than her previous release, Janet. [315] Chris Richards of The Washington Post stated "even at its breathiest, that delicate voice hasn't lost the laserlike precision. On Friday (July 26), several of her albums are beingreissued on vinyl, and Billboard can announce that Janet, her team andUMe are celebrating #DanceToJanet as well. In 2008, Billboard placed her number seven on its list of the Hot 100 All-Time Top Artists, and in 2010 ranked her fifth among the "Top 50 R&B/Hip-Hop Artists of the Past 25 Years". "[296] Stephen Thomas Erlewine has found Jackson's consistent inclusion of sex in her music lacking ingenuity, especially in comparisons to other artists such as Prince, stating "while sex indisputably fuels much great pop music, it isn't an inherently fascinating topic for pop musicas with anything, it all depends on the artist. Since then she has continued to release music as an independent artist. [349] In October 2015, she received her first nomination for induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and four years later was inducted to the Hall. "[319][320] She holds reverence for Tina Turner, stating "Tina has become a heroic figure for many people, especially women, because of her tremendous strength. [181] Jackson was awarded the Vanguard Award at the 19th annual GLAAD Media Awards, honoring her contributions in promoting equal rights among the gay community. [63], With her recording contract under A&M Records fulfilled in 1991, she signed a multimillion-dollar deal with Virgin Recordsestimated between thirty-two to fifty million dollarsmaking her the highest paid recording artist at the time. [130] The tour traveled throughout the United States and Japan, although European and Asian dates were required to be canceled following the September 11 terrorist attacks. The family then moved to the Encino neighborhood of Los Angeles. Led by Anthony Bam Bam Thomas who choreographed Jacksons iconic Rhythm Nation music video, and the original If choreographer, Tina Landon, the masterclass breaks down Jacksons signature choreography for a new generation of young dancers. I felt her music was always there, and I feel like it always will be. [209] The tour, entitled Number Ones, Up Close and Personal, held concerts in thirty-five global cities, selected by fans who submitted suggestions on her official website. list of janet jackson choreographerscreekside middle school athletics. [298] Throughout her career, she has worked with and brought numerous professional choreographers to prominence, such as Tina Landon, Paula Abdul, and Michael Kidd. 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