Album: The Velvet Rope by Janet Jackson
Genre: rnb

Description: The Velvet Rope is the sixth studio album by Janet Jackson, released on October 7, 1997, through Virgin Records. Prior to its release, she renegotiated her contract with Virgin for US$80 million, the largest recording contract in history at that time. Upon experiencing an emotional breakdown, Jackson began facing a long-term case of depression. She in turn developed her new record as a concept album, using introspection as its theme. Its title is a metaphor for emotional boundaries, as well as an allusion to an individual's need to feel special. Its lyrics address subject matter such as depression, self-worth, social <a href="https://www.last.fm/music/Janet+Jackson/The+Velvet+Rope">Read more on Last.fm</a>.

Artist Background: Janet Damita Jo Jackson is an American recording artist and actress. Known for a series of sonically innovative, socially conscious and sexually provocative records, as well as elaborate stage shows, television and film roles, she has been a prominent figure in popular culture for over 25 years. The 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 19... Part of the Indiana, USA music scene. Associated with R&B movement. Known for Urban/R&B style.

Related Artists: Mariah Carey, Brandy, Toni Braxton, Aaliyah

Music Scene: Part of the Indiana, USA music scene. Associated with R&B movement. Known for Urban/R&B style.

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The Velvet Rope is the sixth studio album by Janet Jackson, released on October 7, 1997, through Virgin Records. Prior to its release, she renegotiated her contract with Virgin for US$80 million, the largest recording contract in history at that time. Upon experiencing an emotional breakdown, Jackson began facing a long-term case of depression. She in turn developed her new record as a concept album, using introspection as its theme. Its title is a metaphor for emotional boundaries, as well as an allusion to an individual's need to feel special. Its lyrics address subject matter such as depression, self-worth, social…

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