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Janet Jackson’s *Control* (1986) marked a significant shift in her career. Produced by Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis, it showcased her vocal abilities and established her as a leading artist. The album is notable for its fusion of pop, R&B, and the emerging new jack swing sound. *Control* resonated with audiences seeking sophisticated and assertive female voices within the popular music landscape, particularly appealing to young adults and fans of contemporary R&B.
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Janet Jackson - Control ranks #40 of 433 in the Pop Album ranking, behind Taylor Swift - 1989, ahead of Beyoncé - Beyoncé.
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Why was Control a turning point for Janet Jackson?
Control was Jackson's third studio album but the first on which she asserted a strong adult identity and greater creative authority. Released in 1986, it separated her public image from both her earlier teen records and the Jackson family brand.
Who produced the distinctive sound of Control?
Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis produced most of the album and helped combine drum machines, synthesizers, funk and R&B. Their Minneapolis-based approach can be heard especially clearly on "Nasty" and "What Have You Done for Me Lately."
Which major singles came from Control?
The album produced "What Have You Done for Me Lately," "Nasty," "When I Think of You," "Control" and "Let's Wait Awhile." All five reached the top five of the US Billboard Hot 100.
Is Control considered a new jack swing album?
Control is often treated as an important precursor to, or early example of, new jack swing because it combines R&B singing with hard programmed beats and funk. Its 1986 release preceded the genre's late-1980s commercial peak associated with artists such as Guy and Bobby Brown.
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