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As the youngest member of the illustrious Jackson family, Janet Jackson entered the music industry with high expectations. While her first two albums didn't make a splash, it was her third outing, "Control," that transformed her into a musical juggernaut. Working with iconic producers Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis, Janet abandoned the saccharine pop of her early career for a more assertive, funky sound. With hits like "What Have You Done For Me Lately," "Nasty," "When I Think Of You," and "Control," the album was a game-changer, not just for Janet, but for pop and dance music alike.



Her meteoric rise continued with the release of "Rhythm Nation" in 1989. This wasn't just an album; it was a statement. Infused with potent social commentary alongside irresistible dance tracks like "Miss You Much" (Shep’s House Mix) and "Rhythm Nation" (House Nation Mix), Janet was now in an orbit all her own. Her transformation from a "tough little girl" to a confident, sexy icon was complete when she unleashed "Love Will Never Do (Without You)" (U.K. Funky Mix) and later performed "Black Cat" (3 Snaps Up 12') at the MTV Music Awards.




https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xaZoZd4IwgI




The momentum was unstoppable. She inked an $80 million contract with Virgin Records, making her the industry’s highest-paid artist at the time.