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Although Janet Jackson had released two records in the early 1980s, they were quickly forgotten, and notably shaped by her parents' considerable influence. Janet's landmark third album, 1986's CONTROL, would change all that.
On the opening title track, Jackson vents at her parents, and, with passion and grace, declares her own independence, moving out of the gargantuan shadow of her brother Michael and on to the business of making her own classic pop record. The true genius of CONTROL lies in the marriage of her extremely self-assured vocals with the emphatic beats of R&B production wizards Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis. The duo was already well established in the music industry, but the practically flawless CONTROL showcased Jam and Lewis's true studio mastery. For the better part of two years, Jackson remained on the pop charts, with a full two-thirds of the album's tracks released as singles, including the ever-quotable "Nasty," the assertive "What Have You Done for Me Lately," the frenetically danceable "When I Think of You," and the smooth, message-oriented ballad "Let's Wait Awhile." With CONTROL, Jackson achieved long-awaited superstar status and never looked back.
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Personnel: Janet Jackson (vocals, keyboards, bells, background vocals); Jellybean Johnson (vocals, guitar); Jimmy Jam (vocals, piano, synthesizer, drums, percussion, background vocals); Terry Lewis (vocals, percussion, background vocals); Jerome Benton (vocals); Monte Moir (guitar, synthesizer, drums); Spencer Bernard (guitar, synthesizer); Geoff Bouchieiz (guitar); Nicholas Raths (acoustic guitar, 12-string guitar); Troy Anthony (saxophone); Mark Cardenas (synthesizer); Roger Dumas (drums, programming); Hami Wave, Gwendolyn Traylor, Lisa Keith, Melanie Andrews (background vocals).
Recording information: Flyte Time Productions Studio, Minneapolis, MN.
Rolling Stone - Ranked #28 in Rolling Stone's "100 Best Albums Of The Eighties" survey. (November 1989) Vibe (12/99, p.157) - Included in Vibe's 100 Essential Albums of the 20th Century - "[Janet] demands respect, draws her boundaries, and kicks some nasty butt....bringing a new wealth of range, power, and grace."
Her groundbreaking album This album really introduced a mature Janet to the world - along with Terry Lewis & Jimmy Jam - this became her staple of music. I mean music - lyrically that had an inner meaning - but at the same time - made you want to groove. This album started her rise to fame. It's a must have for every Janet fan. Submitted by a reviewer (El Cajon, CA, USA) Was This Review Helpful? YesNo 1 of 1 found this helpful.
One of the Greatest CDS This is a true classic- and the cd truly sounds better than my old cassette version of this- the music is crystal clear Submitted by phyllisberry4 (Pearl MS) Was This Review Helpful? YesNo
totally awesome album Janet Jackson proved on this album she would be who she wanted to be, and be in CONTROL of her life and destiny, and thats exactly what she did. "Control" was an awesome pop tune, yet it said alot about her life prior ro hitting big. Then came they bad, tougher janet with "Nasty" and "The Pleasure Principal" and also "When I Think of You." She did an excellent job with proving herself. Submitted by dillonc91 (Columbus, Ohio) Was This Review Helpful? YesNo
Tight Album This Is one of my favorite Janet Albums in the early part of her career. Submitted by Pure-Tay (Chicago) Was This Review Helpful? YesNo
Classic! Here is one of Janet's definitive CDs for sure. Nearly every song was a hit for her on this one. My favorite is "Funny How Time Flies (When You're Having Fun". Classic Janet Jackson mood setting material. Surprisingly after that I'm still crazy about "Nasty". Little Penny has come a long way since this one, but she still has it. Submitted by Marcusj_j (Aurora, IL, USA) Was This Review Helpful? YesNo
Her groundbreaking album
One of the Greatest CDS
Tight Album
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