The tenth and youngest child of the Jackson family, she began her career with the variety television series The Jacksons in 1976 and went on to appear in other television shows throughout the 1970s and early 1980s, including Good Times, Diff'rent Strokes, and Fame. After signing a recording contract with A&M Records in 1982, she became a pop icon following the release of her third and fourth studio albums Control (1986) and Rhythm Nation 1814 (1989). Her collaborations with record producers Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis incorporated elements of rhythm and blues, funk, disco, rap, and industrial beats, which led to crossover success in popular music.
In 1991, Jackson signed the first of two record-breaking multimillion-dollar contracts with Virgin Records, establishing her as one of the highest-paid artists in the industry. Prior to her first studio project with Virgin, she appeared in her first of several lead film roles in Poetic Justice (1993). Her two studio albums which followed, Janet (1993) and The Velvet Rope (1997), saw her develop a public image as a sex symbol. These records, along with their promotional music videos and live performances in concert tours, branded Jackson as one of the world's most erotic performers, garnering both criticism and praise. By the end of the 1990s, she was named by Billboard magazine as the second most successful recording artist of the decade after Mariah Carey. The release of her seventh studio album All for You in 2001 coincided with a celebration of her impact on the recording industry as the subject of the inaugural MTV Icon special.
The backlash from the 2004 Super Bowl XXXVIII halftime show controversy resulted in an industry blacklisting under the direction of Les Moonves, then-CEO of CBS Corporation. Jackson subsequently experienced reduced radio airplay, televised promotion and sales figures from that point forward. After parting ways with Virgin Records, she released her tenth studio album Discipline (2008), her first and only album with Island Records. In 2015, she partnered with BMG Rights Management to launch her own record label, Rhythm Nation and released her eleventh studio album Unbreakable the same year. Since then she has continued to release music as an independent artist.
Having sold over 100 million records, Jackson is one of the world's best-selling music artists. She has amassed an extensive catalog, with singles such as "Nasty", "Rhythm Nation", "That's the Way Love Goes", "Together Again", and "All for You"; she holds the record for the most consecutive top-ten entries on the US Billboard Hot 100 singles chart with 18. She is also the only artist in the history of the chart to have seven commercial singles from one album (Rhythm Nation 1814) peak within the top five positions. In 2008, Billboard placed her number seven on its list of the Hot 100 All-Time Top Artists, and in 2010 ranked her fifth among the "Top 50 R&B/Hip-Hop Artists of the Past 25 Years". In December 2016, the magazine named her the second most successful dance club artist after Madonna. One of the world's most awarded artists, her accolades include five Grammy Awards, eleven Billboard Music Awards, eleven American Music Awards, a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, and eight Guinness World Records entries. In 2019, she was inducted to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Jackson has been cited as an inspiration among numerous performers and credited with elevating a standard of sound, showmanship and sex appeal expected of pop stars.
Lets Wait Awhile
Janet Jackson Lyrics
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There's something I think that you should know
It's not that I shouldn't really love you
Let's take it slow
When we get to know each other
And we're both feeling much stronger
Then let's try to talk it over
Let's wait awhile longer
Let's wait awhile
Before it's too late
Let's wait awhile
Before we go too far
Remember that special night
When all of the stars were shining bright
We made our first endeavor to stay together
We made our very first promise
To love, to share, and be real honest
But on that very first night
It wasn't quite right
Let's wait awhile
Before it's too late
Let's wait awhile
Our love will be great
Let's wait awhile
Before we go too far
I didn't really know not to let all my feelings show
To save some for later so our love can be greater
You said you would always love me
Remember I said the same thing to you
You don't have to be frightened with my love
Because, I'll never give up on you
Let's wait awhile
Ah well before it's too late
You know you can't rush love, love
Let's wait awhile
(Ooh hoo hoo)
Before it's too late
(Let's wait awhile)
Wait awhile
(Our love will be great)
Let's wait awhile
Before we go too far, oh, oh, ooh
Let's wait awhile
(Let's just take our time)
Before it's too late
(Let's wait awhile)
Your love's so good
We shouldn't rush in
(Let's wait awhile)
Slow it down
(Before we go too far)
Ooh
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I promise, I'll be worth the wait
The lyrics to Janet Jackson's song Let's Wait Awhile are about two people who are in the early stages of a romantic relationship, but instead of rushing into things, they decide to take their time and get to know each other better. The singer acknowledges that they have strong feelings for the other person and are not against the idea of loving them, but they want to proceed with caution to make sure that their love can stand the test of time. They remember their first attempt to come together, but it didn't go well, and now they want to take their time so that they can build a stronger foundation for their love. In the end, the singer reassures the other person that they will be worth the wait.
Line by Line Meaning
There's something I want to tell you
I have something important to say to you
There's something I think that you should know
There is some information that would be useful for you to know
It's not that I shouldn't really love you
I do have feelings for you
Let's take it slow
We need to be cautious and not rush into things
When we get to know each other
Once we become more familiar with each other
And we're both feeling much stronger
When we are more secure in our relationship
Then let's try to talk it over
We should communicate about our next steps
Let's wait awhile longer
We need more time to make a decision
Before it's too late
We should act now before something bad happens
Our love will be great
If we wait, our love will be much stronger
Remember that special night
Do you recall that memorable evening
When all of the stars were shining bright
The night when the stars were particularly bright
We made our first endeavor to stay together
We started our commitment to being together
We made our very first promise
Our initial commitment to each other
To love, to share, and be real honest
Our promise to be truthful, love, and support each other
But on that very first night
Unfortunately, the beginning was not perfect
It wasn't quite right
Something was amiss
I didn't really know not to let all my feelings show
I was not sure how much of myself to reveal
To save some for later so our love can be greater
We need to hold back to make our love stronger
You said you would always love me
You promised me your eternal love
Remember I said the same thing to you
I replied with the same promise
You don't have to be frightened with my love
Don't be scared of my love
Because I'll never give up on you
I will keep supporting and loving you
Ah well before it's too late
We need to act proactively
You know you can't rush love, love
Love cannot be hurried
Let's just take our time
We need to slow down
Your love's so good
Your love is exceptional
We shouldn't rush in
We must not be rash in decision-making
Slow it down
We need to be more patient
Ooh
Vocalization
I promise, I'll be worth the wait
The wait will be worthwhile
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., JANET JACKSON DBA BLACK ICE
Written by: JAMES HARRIS III, JAMES SAMUEL III HARRIS, JANET DAMITA JO JACKSON, MELANIE ANDREWS, TERRY LEWIS
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@lordcron
2024 and still rocking this wonderful song! Timeless...
@jamoresworld8233
Me too ❤❤❤❤
@kwangleason3222
Me three
@musawenkosigoba8062
Yes sirrr🎉
@FOXYBROWN21
❤❤❤❤
@misska7535
Still 💯🔥🎶🙌🏻🙌🏻🥰🌹❤️🌹 in 2024. So beautiful.
@janetjackson505
I appreciate all my fan's love and support thank you for always being there for me 💕
@madraas
Come do a show in Jamaica Janet! Nuff love to you! Humble, beautiful and timeless songs.
@codzy3532
you sampled an america song daisy jane did you listen to them growing up i read were prince got purple rain from america song ventura highway wich you sampled too be my lover i hope this is you ive always wanted to ask you this God bless u an family 😊🖤❤💛
@daviddenson6641
Fan since Good Times