Review:
Control (1986) By Janet Jackson
overall review score: 4.5
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Control is the third studio album by American singer Janet Jackson, released on February 4, 1986. It marked a departure from her prior bubblegum pop sound and catapulted her to superstar status.
Key Features
- Innovative production by Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis
- Empowering and assertive lyrics
- Hits like 'What Have You Done for Me Lately' and 'Nasty'
Pros
- Groundbreaking album that redefined Janet Jackson's image and sound
- Influential in shaping the sound of R&B music in the late '80s
- Catchy and memorable songs that still resonate with audiences today
Cons
- Some tracks may feel dated to modern listeners
- Limited in diversity compared to later albums by Janet Jackson