janet.1814 Posted September 21, 2016 Share Posted September 21, 2016 Ever since Unbreakable, I've had a new appreciation for all of the other albums. It's like Unbreakable is the link to all of her previous albums, while providing a glimpse into the future of Janet. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hotboy06 Posted September 21, 2016 Share Posted September 21, 2016 Good point. "Unbreakable" is a masterpiece in itself..and for her to create an album after classics like "Control" and "RN" gives me a glimmer of hope that she'll continue to push herself creatively. I mean, the lyrics to "Black Eagle" should be in the Library of Congress. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ontologicalummah Posted September 21, 2016 Share Posted September 21, 2016 Definitely it's made revisit albums like Damita Jo, 20 Y0, Discipline that I didn't care for at the time.I think overall the new album rejuvenated my interest in her entire discography and sort of rediscover my love. But pretty soon it's going to wear off and the thirst for the new project will begin. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bailey Posted September 21, 2016 Share Posted September 21, 2016 I love how the album isn't like any "Janet" album and I still play it regularly driving to and from work Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rock & Roll Hall of Game Posted September 21, 2016 Share Posted September 21, 2016 It's very much like Classic Janet.. and it's a great follow up to AFY I appreciate Janet more for this album. The last three were shit in comparison 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
janet.1814 Posted September 22, 2016 Author Share Posted September 22, 2016 It's very much like Classic Janet.. and it's a great follow up to AFY I appreciate Janet more for this album. The last three were shit in comparison this album is actually classsic Janet with a modern twist ? Idk why she didn't use that phrase this time around the last few albums kinda make more sense now 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rock & Roll Hall of Game Posted September 22, 2016 Share Posted September 22, 2016 this album is actually classsic Janet with a modern twist ? Idk why she didn't use that phrase this time around the last few albums kinda make more sense now Made more sense as in Jimmy was right all along? Too many cooks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vibeology Posted September 22, 2016 Share Posted September 22, 2016 Well i have been listening to Damita Jo recently and im also inspired to get a new copy of the Janet album Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unbreakable. Posted September 24, 2016 Share Posted September 24, 2016 "Unbreakable" is my favorite Janet album. It's helping me through so much at this point in my life. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bu. Posted September 24, 2016 Share Posted September 24, 2016 this album is actually classsic Janet with a modern twist ? Idk why she didn't use that phrase this time around the last few albums kinda make more sense now She didn't use any phrase this time around Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
janet.1814 Posted September 24, 2016 Author Share Posted September 24, 2016 "Unbreakable" is my favorite Janet album. It's helping me through so much at this point in my life.umm hell yeahthe great foreverdammn baby nightblack eagletake me away lessons learned 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hotboy06 Posted September 26, 2016 Share Posted September 26, 2016 She didn't use any phrase this time around She let the music speak for itself. And it was glorious. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bu. Posted September 26, 2016 Share Posted September 26, 2016 She let the music speak for itself. And it was glorious. Apart from Broken Hearts Heal (the song, not the lyrics), yes it was glorious. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hotboy06 Posted September 26, 2016 Share Posted September 26, 2016 Apart from Broken Hearts Heal (the song, not the lyrics), yes it was glorious. I don't get the hate/dislike from that song. The way the beat builds and when Janet sings "Till the next life Inshallah" at the end.. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bu. Posted September 26, 2016 Share Posted September 26, 2016 (edited) I don't get the hate/dislike from that song. The way the beat builds and when Janet sings "Till the next life Inshallah" at the end..It's just very...boring. I like the harmonies though. Edited September 26, 2016 by Dammn Bu Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hotboy06 Posted September 26, 2016 Share Posted September 26, 2016 It's just very...boring. I like the harmonies though. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. Wonder Posted September 27, 2016 Share Posted September 27, 2016 She let the music speak for itself. And it was glorious. Janet Chopin. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wayneashleymusic Posted September 27, 2016 Share Posted September 27, 2016 Couldn't agree more! From listening through the songs, this seems totally intentional. She basically takes us on a Janet JACKSON tour. The "Jackson" is in all caps, because this really feels like the closest she has come musically to the rest of her family, via Unbreakable, Dream Maker/ Euphoria and Gon' B Alright. But then you also have the different lanes that Unbreakable travels down... Burn It Up!-- the classic 'get down and dance' lane (think AFY)Dammn Baby-- the 'get down and dance, but with a message' lane (Control, RN and TVR)The Great Forever-- reflecting brother Michael's message. Shoulda Known Better-- a look back on her RN legacyAfter You Fall-- kinda new territory, especially how exposed the vocals are. I guess you could equate it to circa Janet era, aka Again, but it goes deeper. Broken Hearts Heal-- a dedication to brother Michael, and to the strength of the family. Night-- a classic, CRUCIAL Janet, Jimmy and Terry get down jam session. MINNEAPOLIS!! No Sleeep-- the essential "Quiet Storm" lane that has ruled on Every. Single. Album. From Funny How Time Flies, to Lonely, to Anytime Anyplace, these songs are ageless. This is why even a year later, I can't get enough of this album. For a true Janet Jackson fan, Unbreakable is like the DNA of her whole career. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wayneashleymusic Posted September 27, 2016 Share Posted September 27, 2016 Apart from Broken Hearts Heal (the song, not the lyrics), yes it was glorious. For most Millennials (like myself), it's tough to understand BHH, mostly because we don't have 40 years worth of Jackson family context. That "slow build" development isn't just a disco feel, it's a particular song-- Don't Stop Till You Get Enough from Michael Jackson's Off the Wall. What people forget is that Janet helped to create this song with her big brother Michael. She played percussion on the demo that Michael sent in to Quincy Jones. That's why it's so special to her, and (I assume) why should choose it in particular to construct BHH. It's a way of reminding the world that Michael's legacy lives on through the whole Jackson family. Check out that Demo tape, then listen to BHH. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R2IzJihXPEM Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bu. Posted September 28, 2016 Share Posted September 28, 2016 For most Millennials (like myself), it's tough to understand BHH, mostly because we don't have 40 years worth of Jackson family context. That "slow build" development isn't just a disco feel, it's a particular song-- Don't Stop Till You Get Enough from Michael Jackson's Off the Wall. What people forget is that Janet helped to create this song with her big brother Michael. She played percussion on the demo that Michael sent in to Quincy Jones. That's why it's so special to her, and (I assume) why should choose it in particular to construct BHH. It's a way of reminding the world that Michael's legacy lives on through the whole Jackson family. Check out that Demo tape, then listen to BHH. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R2IzJihXPEM I'm a huge Jackson fan and I know a lot of their catalogue but I still don't like the song. Sorry Whilst I commend the message and I love that she gave us such a personal glimpse into how she felt/feels about MJ's death, I just think the song is a snoozefest. But it's artistically good in terms of harmonies - I'll praise that. Janet's harmonies always slay, even on her mixtape Discipline. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hotboy06 Posted September 28, 2016 Share Posted September 28, 2016 Janet Chopin. Janet Bach. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. Wonder Posted September 28, 2016 Share Posted September 28, 2016 Janet Bach. Janet Spielberg. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unbreakable. Posted September 30, 2016 Share Posted September 30, 2016 (edited) umm hell yeahthe great foreverdammn baby nightblack eagletake me away lessons learned I'm listening right now. These fucking lyrics. This bitch is a poet. Edited September 30, 2016 by Unbreakable. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hotboy06 Posted September 30, 2016 Share Posted September 30, 2016 Janet Spielberg. Janet Woolf. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unbreakable. Posted September 30, 2016 Share Posted September 30, 2016 Now bring that beat back Mr. DJ!Let it burn! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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