Janet Jackson
With 'Control' (1986) Janet Jackson seized her own career and, alongside Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis, helped invent new jack swing. 'Rhythm Nation 1814' turned social commentary into hard-edged dance-pop and produced an unmatched run of hit singles.
Origin: Gary, Indiana, USA · Years active: 1973–present
Get the music
Search Amazon · Find copies on eBay
As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. These are partner links to Amazon and eBay product pages or searches; each link names the store it opens. RADIO 1980 may earn a commission at no extra cost to you. Prices, editions, condition, delivery and availability are shown and checked on the retailer's site before checkout.
Janet Jackson T-shirts
Retailer searches, not verified products. ‘Official licensed’ is a search term, not a licensing guarantee; check seller authenticity, sizing and delivery. US stores.
Search Amazon · Search eBay · Choose a local marketplace in Collect
Biography
With 'Control' (1986) Janet Jackson seized her own career and, alongside Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis, helped invent new jack swing. 'Rhythm Nation 1814' turned social commentary into hard-edged dance-pop and produced an unmatched run of hit singles.
Key 1980s albums
- Dream Street (1984) — Search Amazon · Find copies on eBay — 80s albums
- Control (1986) — Search Amazon · Find copies on eBay — 80s albums
- Rhythm Nation 1814 (1989) — Search Amazon · Find copies on eBay — 80s albums
Essential songs
- Nasty (1986) — 80s songs
- Control (1986) — 80s songs
- What Have You Done for Me Lately (1986) — 80s songs
- Miss You Much (1989) — 80s songs
- Rhythm Nation (1989) — 80s songs
Genres
Upcoming concerts
Check the interactive concert directory for current source listings, dates and status. Artist associations may include tribute shows; read the full event title.
Browse all upcoming 80s concerts.
Janet Jackson — quick answers
- Who are Janet Jackson?
- Janet Jackson — Gary, Indiana, USA, active 1973–present. With 'Control' (1986) Janet Jackson seized her own career and, alongside Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis, helped invent new jack swing. 'Rhythm Nation 1814' turned social commentary into hard-edged dance-pop and produced an un
- What did Janet Jackson release in the 1980s?
- RADIO 1980 lists 3 albums and 5 essential songs for Janet Jackson, covering 1984–1989.
- Where can I check shows associated with Janet Jackson?
- Open the interactive concert directory for current source listings. Check each full event title and provider before booking.
Help me choose my next concert
Compiled and fact-checked by the RADIO 1980 Editorial Team. Spotted something wrong? Send a correction.