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Learned to survive in your fictitious world 3HO9H1VMMOk 28. You | 7.357 Highest Scores: 10: (Cremey), Lowest Scores: 2: (popchartfreak) 27. Any Time, Any Place | 7.4 Highest Scores: 10: (dandy, Davidson), Lowest Scores: 5: (Bjork, Simon) 26. Throb | 7.433 Highest Scores: 11: (Davidson), Lowest Scores: 2: (popchartfreak) #28 is You, released in September 1998 as the 5th single from Janet's 6th studio album The Velvet Rope and was written and produced by Janet along with her collaborators Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis, with additional writing by René Elizondo Jr, Janet's husband at the time, though this fact was kept secret until the couple filed for divorce in 2000. The song samples "The Cisco Kid" by War, and due to it's sample usage, its composers also received writing credits. The song was chosen by the label for release in the UK market only, however it was ineligible to chart there due to a lack of a commercial release. It was later released in Japan in December 1998. Many critics at the time thought that the song's lyrics were directed at her brother Michael, and even compared her vocals to those of his on the track. The sampling from The War's "Cisco Kid" works wonderfully here and gives it a nice vintage sound with slick basslines. Janet's deep and cutting vocals goes quite well with the song's frenetic trip hop production and hard edged grooves. Great song that could have gotten some great chart action if given a proper chance. #27 is Any Time, Any Place, released in May 1994 as the 5th single from Janet's 5th studio album Janet, and was written and produced by Janet Jackson, along with production duo Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis. Lyrically, the song is based on sexual liberation, similar to the music of Barry White and Marvin Gaye. American singer R Kelly made a remix of the song which would later appear on Janet's 1995 remix album Janet Remixed. Upon release the song reached a #2 peak on the US Billboard charts and became another R&B chart topper for her and held the #1 spot for 10 weeks and became her biggest hit on that chart. Elsewhere it saw limited success by reaching top 20 peaks in UK and New Zealand, as well as top 40 peaks in Canada, Australia and Iceland. Since it's release the song has been sampled by other artists such as Da Deputy in 2012 and Kendrick Lamar & Drake on their hit 'Poetic Justice' also in 2012. A seductive and luxurious slow-jam number with Janet's sensual vocals flows over the gorgeous jazz-flecked beats & sultry R&B grooves giving this a rather cozy and intimate feeling. #26 is Throb, released in June 1994 as the 6th single from Janet's 5th studio album Janet and was written and produced by Janet, Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis and is a house song with a nu jazz influence. Upon release the song was well received by music critics and it was only given a commercial release in the Netherlands where it peaked at #20 on the Tipparade chart. In the USA it wasn't given a physical release, but was sent to Mainstream radio and peaked at #66 on the airplay charts. The song's B-side 'And On and On' went onto to peak at #28 on the same chart. The track also enjoyed success on the Dance and R&B charts. A key cut from Janet's iconic 5th album that may be very light on lyrics, but the fusion of house music and saxophone loops creates a 90's dance classic. The production may seem a little dated now, but at the time this was quite groundbreaking as it manages to make a sex song sound enjoyable thanks to its pulsating beats and Janet's fun vocals.

The next lot will be in 3's, then the top 25 will be in single posts.

What is happening to this world we live in utxsSg1n_SQ 30. You Want This (ft MC Lyte) | 7.166 Highest Scores: 9: (Jessie Where, Cremey), Lowest Scores: 6/6.5: (Bjork, Simon, Davidson, vibe, Pandamic Tension) 29. State of the World | 7.2 Highest Scores: 9: (Sour Candy, blacksquare), Lowest Scores: 4: (Bjork, Pandamic Tension) #30 is You Want This, released in October 1994 as the 7th single from Janet Jackson's 5th studio album Janet and was written and produced by Janet and Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis. The single version featured an additional rap verse from MC Lyte. The song is based on samples from Diana Ross & the Supremes' 1968 song "Love Child" and Kool & the Gang's 1973 song "Jungle Boogie", The single contains the then unreleased B-side '70's Love Groove', which also appears on her 1995 Janet Remixed album and in the USA it was listed as a double a-side with this track, starting on its 3rd week, due to it getting a lot of airplay. MC Lyte and Janet were already friends before the collaboration and the rapper was due to go on the U.S. leg of the tour. The label asked MC Lyte to do a song with Janet to perform on the tour, and that's how the collaboration happened. The song would later listed in the book "Rock Song Index: The 7500 Most Important Songs for the Rock and Roll Era" in 2005. In the USA it was released as the album's 6th and final single there and became another success for her by reaching a #8 peak on the US Top 100. and was moderately successful worldwide with top 20 peaks in New Zealand, UK, Canada & Australia. The samples on this number gives the song a wonderful soulful vibe and blends nicely with the house music beats. Even adding the killer B-side '70's Love Groove' was a nice touch to the release and considering that this was single #6 from an already massive selling album, it still managed to have a decent chart performance. #29 is State of the World, released in February 1991 as the 8th and final single from Janet's 4th studio album Rhythm Nation 1814 and was written and produced by Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis, with additional writing from Janet herself. During the recording of the album, Janet and the producers watched television, especially news channels, and this song was inspired by that and lyrically it focuses on homeless people. In fact the entire concept of the album emerged from what was going on in the world. Upon release the song wasn't given a commercial release in the USA, instead it was only released to radio as a promo release to boost album sales, where it managed a #5 peak on the airplay charts. Elsewhere it received a limited worldwide release in June 1991 in Canada and Australia where it peaked at #11 and #94 respectively. Author Fred Bronson noted it likely would have been the album's eighth top ten hit if a commercial product had been distributed. Many artists have tried and failed to create a song with an important message enjoyable, as a lot of the time they come off as too preachy and lacking any sort of accessible hooks. Thankfully Janet manages to overcome this thanks to the sharp production which gives the song an aggressive yet enjoyable edge thanks to the grinding basslines, funky beats and catchy hooks. A firm highlight on Janet's legendary 'Rhythm Nation' album.

2 will drop in the next set of results

I've created a playlist of "7", the complete edition & including the b-sides. So glad we finally got 'Stand By You' & 'Spiritual Love', the album feels complete now on streaming

We're over the half-way mark now and before we head into the top 30 here's a reminder of what's left from each era: Janet Jackson - 0/3 Dream Street - 0/3 Control - 6/7 Rhythm Nation - 6/8 Janet - 6/9 The Velvet Rope - 5/6 All For You - 3/4 Damita Jo - 1/3 20 Y.O. - 0/2 Discipline - 0/2 Unbreakable - 0/4 Greatest Hits - 2/4 Collaborations/Other - 1/7 Another 2 eras gone with 'Discipline' & 'Unbreakable' both out of the running. 'Damita Jo' is hanging on by a thread with just 1 song left (luckily it's a great song) hopefully it can last a little longer. Interestingly enough 'Control', 'Rhythm Nation' & 'Janet' each has 6 songs left with 'The Velvet Rope' holding on strong with 5.

Before we head into the top 30, here's a recap of the results 31-40 31. Whoops Now – 7.1 32. Feedback – 7.1 33. Alright – 7.0 34. Come Back to Me – 6.9 35. Because of Love – 6.866 36. Rock With U – 6.733 37. Son of a Gun (ft Carly Simon & Missy Elliot) – 6.666 38. No Sleeep – 6.6 39. Just a Little While – 6.566 40. BURNITUP (ft Missy Elliot) – 6.366

Light skin, dark skin, my Asian persuasion wU0ucfoBcXM 33. Alright | 7.0 Highest Scores: 9: (popchartfreak), Lowest Scores: 3: (Bjork) 32. Feedback | 7.1 Highest Scores: 10: (Jessie Where), Lowest Scores: 1: (popchartfreak) 31. Whoops Now | 7.1 Highest Scores: 10: (Pandamic Tension), Lowest Scores: 5: (Liam, blacksquare) Heading into the 7 averages now at #33 with Alright, released in March 1990 as the 4th single from Janet's 4th studio album Rhythm Nation 1814, while in the UK, it was issued as the album's 5th single in June 1990. Written and produced by Janet and Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis. The song samples Lyn Collins' 1972 song "Think (About It)" and the song's final hook samples B.T. Express' 1974 song "Do You Like It". For it's single release it was recorded again with rapper Heavy D for the music video. Upon release it peaked at #4 on the US Billboard charts, making it the only single out of 7 to not reach the top 2. Elsewhere it managed a top 10 peak in Canada, top 20 peaks in Ireland & UK and top 40 peaks in Belgium, New Zealand and Netherlands. The song earned Janet two Grammy award nominations for Best Female R&B Vocal Performance and Best R&B Song. The music video won a Soul Train Music Award for Best R&B/Soul or Rap Music Video in 1991. In 2001 during MTV first ever 'MTV Icon' series, American singer Usher paid tribute to Janet by re-enacting the routine from the song's music video. A breezy unrelenting bop with dazzling harmonies, funky new jack swing beats and stellar production that employs looped sound effects, pitched vocals and of course the genius uses of samples that brings everything together full circle. A fabulous offering from her legendary 'Rhythm Nation' album. #32 is Feedback, released in December 2007 as the lead single from Janet's 10th studio album Discipline and was written and produced by Rodney "Darkchild" Jerkins and D'Mile, with additional writing from Tasleema Yasin and LaShawn Daniels. This was Janet's first release with new label Island Records after departing from Virgin Records and saw her returning to an experimental dance-pop sound in contrast to the subdued rhythmic feel of prior album "20 Y.O". Originally Janet wanted to go on tour in 2007; in support her previous album, however, Island Records executives asked her to record a new album and would mark the first time where she did not write or co-write any of the songs on the album. Upon release it received acclaim from music critics and became a success on the US Billboard charts by reaching a #19 peak, becoming her 29th top 20 hit and her highest charting hit since 2001. Internationally it would struggle in several countries due to it's rush release and lack of promotion. But would find success with a top 10 peak in Canada & hit top 20 peaks in Norway, New Zealand & Belgium. But in the UK it would become her first lead single to miss the top 75 by peaking at a paltry #114. The song received nominations for various awards, including three International Dance Music Awards. It was nice to see Janet getting a brief late career revival (of sorts) with this slick electropop number with its grinding beats, infectious hooks, pulsating grooves, and stylish production with plenty of that Janet swagger which felt lacking on her previous album. This gives her sound a much needed update, and Janet's on brilliantly filthy form here, but this isn't quite up there with some of her more iconic past hits, it still deserved so much more success than it got. #31 is Whoops Now, released in March 1995 as a double a-side release alongside "What'll I'll Do" as the overall 9th and final single from Janet's 5th studio album Janet and was written and produced by Janet and Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis. The song was added as a hidden track on the regular edition of the album. after the interlude "Sweet Dreams", while the UK and Japanese pressings of the album list the tracks separately. Upon release the dual single was successful by topping the charts in New Zealand, top 10 peaks in Austria, France and UK and hit top 20 peaks in Germany, Switzerland and Ireland. Neither of the songs were given an American release. Cute, fun and playful little bop with a sparkling 60's Motown feel to it. Okay it feels very throwaway, but marked a nice ending to the album cycle and begin with the next chapter of her career.

Ready for some more :yahoo:

Someday

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Strobe lights make everything sexier XY7Qc_VMKmk 36. Rock With U | 6.733 Highest Scores: 10: (blacksquare, Math), Lowest Scores: 1: (popchartfreak) 35. Because of Love | 6.866 Highest Scores: 8: (Math), Lowest Scores: 6.5/6: (Liam, Bjork, popchartfreak, Simon, blacksquare) 34. Come Back To Me | 6.9 Highest Scores: 8: (Sour Candy, Simon. Cremey, Liam.k), Lowest Scores: 5: (dandy, Pandamic Tension) #36 is Rock With U, released in February 2008 as the 2nd single from Janet's 10th studio album Discipline and was written by Ne-Yo, Jermaine Dupri, and Eric Stamile, with production by the latter two. The song was recorded with the gay community in mind, as Janet felt the necessity to do something for her gay fans, as well as the wider community members. Despite gaining positive critical reviews the song was met with very minimal success as it only managed to chart on the US Bubbling Under chart peaking at #121. Due to this underperforming the album's next 2 singles 'Luv' & 'Can't B Good' would only receive very limited promo & therefore both of which failed to make any significant impact on any worldwide chart. After the song was released, Janet was awarded the Vanguard Award at the 19th annual GLAAD Media Awards, honoring her contributions in promoting equal rights among the gay community. This was a great follow-up choice to 'Feedback', but sadly it fell under the radar. A shame really as the crisp electronic beats, the sharp laser like synths and sensual vocals makes this a cute little bop, although the autotune in the chorus wasn't really needed, but still a fun track. #35 is Because of Love, released in January 1994 as the 4th single from Janet's fifth studio album Janet and was written and produced by Janet and Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis. Upon release the song peaked at #10 on the US Top 100, her first solo single to miss the top 5 there since 'The Pleasure Principle' in 1987. Elsewhere it was a moderate success by reaching top 10 in Canada, top 20 peaks in UK & Top 40 peaks in New Zealand, Australia & Netherlands. This is a nice playful little pop/funk number with Janet letting loose and just having fun over the catchy melodies. Sure this isn't one of her most memorable hits but its decent enough. #34 is Come Back To Me, released in June 1990 as the 5th single from Janet's 4th studio album Rhythm Nation 1814, while in the UK it was issued as the 3rd single in January 1990. It was written and produced by Janet and Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis. Janet also recorded a Spanish version of the song titled "Vuelve a mí". Upon release it became a commercial success on the charts by reaching top 3 peaks in USA & Canada, while also reaching the top 20 in the UK. This is a stunning silky smooth ballad swathed in elegant instrumentals and cascading strings that goes beautifully with Janet's sombre vocals. Quite surprised that this was the first to fall from the incredible 'Rhythm Nation' album, but something had to drop out first I suppose.

Ready for the next set of results....

In the next lot there will be a 'Rhythm Nation' single & a 'Janet' single Any guesses? Thanks for all your comments so far :heart:

I'd rather keep the trash and throw you out 2_t0ffY3JvE 39. Just A Little While | 6.566 Highest Scores: 11: (Simon), Lowest Scores: 4/4.5: (Davidson, vibe) 38. No Sleeep | 6.6 Highest Scores: 10: (Cremey), Lowest Scores: 1: (popchartfreak) 37. Son of a Gun (I Betcha Think This Song is About You) (ft Carly Simon & Missy Elliot) | 6.666 Highest Scores: 10: (Sour Candy), Lowest Scores: 1: (dandy) #39 is Just A Little While, released in February 2004 as the lead single from Janet's 8th studio album Damita Jo and was written by Janet & Dallas Austin & produced by the latter. The song leaked online ahead of schedule in January 2004, causing several radio stations in the United States to play it illegally, which caused her record label to rush with a music video and promotion. Upon release the song's commercial performance was affected by Janet's Super Bowl XXXVIII halftime show controversy; despite being the most added and played song on radio following its release in the USA. but because of the blacklisting it ended up peaking at #45 on the US Top 100, which would be her lowest charting lead single since 1983. Internationally it was more successful, reaching top 10 peaks in Canada & Spain and top 20 peaks in Australia & UK. This was a very odd choice to lead the album campaign, not that it didn't matter because in hind sight, nothing else would have stood a chance due to the blacklisting. But this pop/rock number doesn't represent the album at all & even its placement on there, being tucked away at the end, simply because it wouldn't have fitted anywhere else. While I do like the carefree vibe of the song, it just feels very lightweight even with the punchy production. Not that it would have mattered but 'All Nite (Don't Stop)' would have been my choice as the lead single. #38 is No Sleeep, released in June 2015 as the lead single from Janet's 11th studio album Unbreakable and was co-written and produced by Janet and her long-time collaborators Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis, it is the first record to be released under Jackson's independent label Rhythm Nation Records, distributed by BMG Rights Management. The album version of the song features additional verses from American rapper J Cole. The song almost didn't make the final cut of the album and due to producer Jimmy Jam was having a sleepless night and came up with the skeleton of the track, before it evolved from there months later and was asked to come up with a melody for it, which Janet loved. Upon release the song debuted at #67 on the US Hot 100, marking her 40th chart entry and when the album version came out featuring J Cole, it attained a new peak of #63, while also topping the US Adult R&B Songs chart. This is a gorgeous quiet storm R&B ballad with warm bass, excellent jazzy production and excellent breathy vocals by Janet who conveys the simplistic message of the song perfectly. Even the addition of J Cole adds a different perspective and adds even more greatness to this solid soulful number. This deserved to rank far higher on here than #38. #37 is Son of a Gun (I Betcha Think This Song is About You), which features Carly Simon and Missy Elliot. Released in November 2001 as the 4th and final single from Janet's 7th studio album All For You and was written and produced by Janet, Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis, with additional lyrics by Carly Simon. The song is built around a sample of Carly Simon's 1972 hit "You're So Vain", who also added some new spoken parts into the song. The track was remixed for its single release to feature Missy Elliot. Janet phoned Carly to ask for her permission to use the 'You're So Vain' sample, she agreed but wanted to re-record her vocals and ended up rapping on the track, which the producers decided to use. Many speculated that the song was about Janet's ex-husband René Elizondo Jr, but she denied these claims. Upon release it was met with weak charting positions due to the label abruptly ending the promotional campaign for All For You due to the company's financial difficulties. In the USA it peaked at #28, her first to miss the top 10 in over a decade. Elsewhere it managed top 20 peaks in UK, Denmark, Australia and Belgium. This isn't one of my fave Janet tracks to be honest and having 3 back to back sampled singles was probably a bit much and considering that there were much better tracks on the album such as 'Come On Get Up', 'Trust A Try' or even 'Feels So Right' that could have made better singles (the former 2 were due to be released but were scrapped). The song is just way too cluttered and unfocused to be called enjoyable, despite a somewhat catchy chours.

As we're now heading into the top 40 here's a reminder of what's left from each Janet Jackson era: Janet Jackson - 0/3 Dream Street - 0/3 Control - 6/7 Rhythm Nation - 8/8 Janet - 8/9 The Velvet Rope - 5/6 All For You - 4/4 Damita Jo - 2/3 20 Y.O. - 0/2 Discipline - 2/2 Unbreakable - 1/4 Greatest Hits - 2/4 Collaborations/Other - 1/7 As you can see we've lost 3 eras already, none of which are surprising though as 'Janet Jackson' & 'Dream Street' were expected to drop out quickly. '20 Y.O.' only had 2 singles & neither of them were very well recieved. 'Rhythm Nation', 'All For You' & 'Discipline' are the only albums not to lose any of their singles yet, but all that could change within' the next lot of results.

Here's a re-cap of the results 40-62 40. BURNITUP (ft Missy Elliot) – 6.366 41. Every Time – 6.3 42. I Want You – 6.266 43. Made for Now (ft Daddy Yankee) – 5.933 44. What’ll I’ll Do – 5.9 45. Funny How Time Flies (When You’re Having Fun) – 5.892 46. Make Me – 5.8 47. What’s It Gonna Be (ft Busta Rhymes) – 5.75 48. So Excited (ft Khia) – 5.566 49. Twenty Foreplay – 5.433 50. Girlfriend/Boyfriend (ft Blackstreet) – 5.142 51. Unbreakable – 5.133 52. Dammn Baby – 5.033 53. Young Love – 5.0 54. Call on Me (ft Nelly) – 4.966 55. Come Give Your Love to Me – 4.954 56. Say You Do – 4.545 57. Luv Me Luv Me (ft Shaggy) – 4.214 58. Nothing – 4.192 59. Feel It Boy (ft Beenie Man) – 4.107 60. Don’t Stand Another Chance – 4.0 61. Fast Girls – 3.181 62. Two to the Power of Love (ft Cliff Richard) – 1.458

Miss Jackson, oh she wear the crown Hce2pQvJ6eA 42. I Want You | 6.266 Highest Scores: 9: (Sour Candy), Lowest Scores: 2: (popchartfreak) 41. Every Time | 6.3 Highest Scores: 8.5/8: (Nina West, Sour Candy, Simon, Math), Lowest Scores: 0: (Jessie Where) 40. Burnitup (ft Missy Elliot) | 6.366 Highest Scores: 10: (Nina West, Liam), Lowest Scores: 1: (popchartfreak) #42 is I Want You, released in February 2004 as the 2nd single from Janet's 8th studio album Damita Jo and was written by Harold Lilly, Kanye West, and John Legend, while it was produced by Kanye, Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis, and Janet. It was originally titled "Have Your Way With Me" during its early stages, and was one of two songs from the album that Janet did not co-write. The song is notable for being among the first singles to have writing and production credits by Kanye West and John Legend, who were both upcoming artists at the time. Upon release the song's performance was largely affected by the blacklisting of her music videos and singles worldwide due to the U.S. Federal Communications Commission, regarding her infamous Superbowl performance, which caused the song to stall at #57 on the US Billboard charts & wasn't given a worldwide release apart from the UK where it was released as a double a-side alongside 'All Nite (Don't Stop)' & peaked at #19 there. The track did receive a Grammy nomination 'Best Female R&B Vocal Performance' in 2005. A nice nostalgic trip back to the Motown era with sweet melodies, sensual vocals and soulful laid back grooves. A nice little number that perhaps felt a little out of place during its time, but due to the backlash, nothing could have saved her career by that point. #41 another Janet ballad drops - Every Time, released in November 1998 as the 6th and final single from Janet's 6th studio album The Velvet Rope and was written by Janet, Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis and Rene Elizondo Jr with production by Janet and Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis. The music videos for Britney's 'Everytime' & Rihanna's 'Stay' have both been compared to this by critics with many noting the similar themes. Upon release the song wasn't quite as successful as the album's previous singles by reaching top 40 peaks in Netherlands & New Zealand as well as top 75 peaks in UK, Australia & Germany. In the USA it failed to chart on the Hot 100 and peaked at #125 on the Bubbling Under chart. This is a lovely tender wistful Janet Jackson ballad with delicate piano lines and gorgeous breathy vocals against the understated percussion. What makes this song so effective is the way that Janet's vocals quivers with such emotion. An underrated beautiful number for sure that deserved far more than the mere chart performance that it got. At the #40 spot is the fabulous Burnitup (stylized as "BURNITUP!") which features on Janet's 11th studio album Unbreakable and features rapper Missy Elliot. It was written and produced by Janet, Dem Jointz, Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis and Missy Elliot. The song marked the 4th time Janet and Missy collaborated and was released as a promotional single in September 2015, while a digital promo single containing the album's version and a radio edit was released in October of that same year. The pair's other duets include the 1998 remixes of 'Go Deep', 'Son of a Gun' in 2001 & 'The 1' back in 2008. Despite not getting a proper single release the song did manage to chart at #16 in Japan and hit a #17 peak on the US R&B songs chart. I know I was cheating a bit by including this, but for the life of me I could have sworn that this was a single. I mean WHY THE HELL wasn't it a single anyway with a kick ass music video full of Janet and Missy's epic dance moves. The chemistry between the both artists is off the wall (literally), and was my instant firm fave from Janet's fantastic comeback album 'Unbreakable'. The song is an epic, electrofunk, dance classic with stabbing synths and awesome vocals. This is one of Janet's most exciting and thrilling songs she's recorded in many years.

Thanks for that, typing error :wub:

The next lot will feature a single from 'The Velvet Rope' & a single from 'Damita Jo' Any guesses? How are you liking these results and commentaries so far?

Dancing with a whole new meaning seh_fZJqB94 46. Make Me | 5.8 Highest Scores: 8: (Liam,k), Lowest Scores: 1: (popchartfreak) 45. Funny How Time Flies (When You're Having Fun) | 5.892 Highest Scores: 8: (Bjork), Lowest Scores: 3: (popchartfreak) 44. What'll I'll Do | 5.9 Highest Scores: 7/7.5: (Nina West, Liam, Sour Candy, Jessie Where, Simon, Davidson), Lowest Scores: 3: (dandy) 43. Made For Now (ft Daddy Yankee) | 5.933 Highest Scores: 10: (Simon), Lowest Scores: 0: (Bjork) #46 is Make Me, released in September 2009 as the lead and only single included on Janet's 2nd greatest hits album Number Ones and was written by Janet, Rodney "Darkchild" Jerkins, Thomas Lumpkins, and Michaela Shiloh. The song was originally presented as an audio stream to those who joined her web site's official mailing list in September 2009, it was released via digital download later that month, then released as a single later that month. There were claims made that the song was a tribute song to her late brother Michael's 'Don't Stop 'Til You Get Enough', Janet later stated in an interview that it is not, despite the lyrical similarities in the outro. Upon release it saw very minor success by only charting on the US component charts and peaking at #71 on the UK singles chart, her first release since her collaboration with Nelly to chart in the UK top 75. This is a nice little disco banger that bounces on a tight electro beats with a nice breezy playful charm to it. Not up there with some of Janet's other pop jams of course, but a nice throwaway number tailor made for a greatest hits album. #45 is Funny How Time Flies (When You're Having Fun), released in November 1987 as the 7th and final single from Janet's 3rd studio album Control and was written and produced by Janet and collaborators Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis. The single was only officially released in the UK & Australia where it attained a minor peak of #59, but fared better in Ireland where it peaked at #24. It wasn't given a full release in the USA, solely for airplay where it became something of a late night staple on some radio stations there. The song has been sampled and covered a few times over the years, Jazz musician Stanley Clarke covered it in 1988 & more recently Tinashe sampled it on her song 'How Many Times' in 2014. 2 years later it was sampled on SWV's 'MCE (Man Crush Everyday)'. The most forgotten single from Janet's iconic breakthrough album 'Control' due to it not having a music video which probably led to its poor chart performance. But that aside it probably was one single too many and by the time it was released the album was nearly 2 years old. A nice soothing quiet storm ballad that demonstrates Janet's ability to command a melody and give the song thw nuanced emotion it deserves. A nice ending to an iconic era, even if it wasn't necessary. #44 is What'll I'll Do, released in March 1995 as a double a-side alongside "Whoops Now" as the final single from Janet's 5th studio album Janet. The song is a cover of Johnny Daye's 1967 song called "What'll I Do for Satisfaction". While it did serve as a double a-side in Europe, Japan & Oceania, this track did get released on its own in certain parts of Europe and on its own in Australia. Upon release the overall chart performances for the single was successful by topping the charts in New Zealand, reaching top 10 peaks in Austria, France & UK, and top 20 peaks in Australia, Germany, Denmark & Switzerland. Another largely forgotten final single from an iconic album, but this time the song was an actual hit, however, it was overshadowed by its counterpart. On its own its a rather decent number with its guitar driven funk beats giving it a nice 70's throwback vibe. Not as memorable as the album's previous singles, its still a nice bop though. #43 is Janet's most recent offering to date - Made For Now, which features Puerto Rican rapper Daddy Yankee. Released in August 2018 as a standalone single was co-written by Janet alongside many others and produced by Harmony Samuels, Janet and Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis. The release marks the first for Jackson's new partnership with independent music publisher and distributor Cinq Music Group to distribute future releases her from her independent label Rhythm Nation Records. The project came about when Janet wanted to record a song about love, unity and "the world coming together" and songwriter Harmony drew upon his own Nigerian heritage and past work with Nigerian recording artists and recorded it with various other. After hearing it Janet made changes so the song would fit her and recorded it with Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis. Upon release the song peaked at #88 on the US Billboard charts, becoming Janet's 41st chart entry on there and Daddy Yankee's 10th. Did hope that this could have done better on here, but oh well. The track is really solid with its infectious beats and cool tropical upbeat rhythms. The mixtures of pop, afrobeats with hints of latin and reggaeton are uplifting and glorious. Nice to see that even at this stage in her career, Janet can still deliver a joyous dancefloor banger.

The next lot of results will include a single from 'Control' & 'Janet' Any guesses?

Kiss and caress me, make love to my mind hUxN0K1ykNo 50. Girlfriend/Boyfriend (ft Blackstreet) | 5.142 Highest Scores: 7: (Sour Candy, blacksquare), Lowest Scores: 2: (Liam.k) 49. Twenty Foreplay | 5.433 Highest Scores: 7: (popchartfreak, Sour Candy, vibe), Lowest Scores: 3: (dandy) 48. So Excited (ft Khia) | 5.566 Highest Scores: 8.5/8: (Sour Candy, Math), Lowest Scores: 2: (popchartfreak) 47. What's It Gonna Be (ft Busta Rhymes) | 5.75 Highest Scores: 9: (Sour Candy), Lowest Scores: 2: (popchartfreak) #50 is Girlfriend/Boyfriend by American R&B group Blackstreet and features Janet Jackson as well as rappers Ja Rule & Eve. Released in May 1999 as the 2nd and final single from Blackstreet's 3rd studio album Finally and was co-written by the group themselves and Cynthia "Lil' Mo" Loving. Originally the collaboration was meant to feature the Spice Girls, but for whatever reasons their version of the song was never released, and the song was re-recorded to feature Janet instead. Upon release the song was a minor hit in the USA by reaching a #47 peak and achieved moderate success elsewhere with top 20 peaks in UK, New Zealand, Canada & Australia. The song is an okay slice of 90's R&B with funky hip-hop grooves, but ultimately very forgettable and doesn't quite stand out amongst Janet's far better collaborations. #49 is Twenty Foreplay, released in December 1995 as the 3rd and final single from Janet's first Greatest Hits album, Design of a Decade: 1986-1996. Written and produced by Janet & Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis as one of the two new songs on the album. The song is a play on the word "foreplay" and "24 hours a day", and has an unusual musical structure, containing "over-the-top" lyrics which find Jackson singing to a boyfriend. Upon release the song was a moderate success by reaching top 40 peaks Australia, Canada, UK and New Zealand. In the USA it was unable to enter the charts due to a lack of a commercial release. The blending of 24 hours with foreplay reminds us all of how brilliant Janet had become at delivering sensuous and smouldering mid-tempo r&b gems. However this was one single too many from her 'Greatest Hits' album and wasn't really needed as a single release. #48 is So Excited, released in August 2006 as the 2nd and final single from Janet's 9th studio album 20 Y.O. and features guest vocals from rapper Khia. The song samples Herbie Hancock's 1983 song 'Rockit' and was written by Janet, Jermaine Dupri, James Phillips, Johntá Austin, James Harris III, Terry Lewis and Khia Chambers, with production by Dupri, LRoc, Jam, Lewis and Janet. Upon release the song gained mixed reviews and performed poorly on the US Billboard charts, peaking at #90 and due to the other planned singles 'With U' & 'Enjoy' were both scrapped and promotion for the album ended. After Khia was given a diminished role in the music video, she went to her MySpace account to say she was not pleased with her scenes being displayed in a TV during the music video, and criticized Jackson. This is definitely the best cut from her lacklustre '20 Y.O.' album with its clever use of the pulsating Herbie Hancock sample and the choppy synths adds a nice touch to this fun R&B jam, but Khia's rap while good felt very choppy and severly edited. The song is okay but Janet is capable of far better and like the album itself it lacks any progression. #47 is What's It Gonna Be by American rapper and featuring Janet Jackson. Released in March 1999 as the 4th and final single from Busta Rhyme's 3rd studio album Extinction Level Event: The Final World Front and was written by Rhymes, Antoinette Roberson and its producer Darrell "Delite" Allamby. Upon release the song was a commercial and critical success, reaching a #3 peak on the US Billboard charts and hitting top 10 peaks in UK & New Zealand. The song was also nominated for a Grammy award for 'Best Rap Performance by a duo or group' and the music video, directed by Rhymes & Hype Williams, was critically lauded, and received four MTV Video Music Awards nominations at the 1999 MTV Video Music Awards. It is one of the most expensive music videos ever made. This is a solid offering from both artists with its slick futuristic sounds with Busta's cool rap flows and Janet's sensual vocals make for a great time and gives this a very nostalgic feel that really takes you back to the late 90's.

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