JANET JACKSON - THE PLEASURE PRINCIPLE (Official Video Reaction)

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[@cflournoy1529]

A lot of us got in plenty of trouble for trying that chair move😂😂

[@J.Fro90]

I thought I was the only 1 🤣

[@cflournoy1529]

@@J.Fro90 😂😂😂

[@4u2cre8]

I think every Gen-X youth tried that move at least once and almost landed themselves in the hospital 😂😂😂

[@roball711]

If you’ve ever seen the making of this video, she fell on her face twice but she got right back up and on her third try she got it. But she fell on her face directly on her face. This is why I love her so much because she’s dedicated to her craft.

[@cflournoy1529]

@@roball711 I’ve never seen that. I’ll have to check it out.

[@taintedlife2618]

You’re right Johnny. Janet came into this video showing us she was not about to play. She was really competing with her brother here as far as I’m concerned. I love that it is stripped of excess dancers and shows what she can do without any bells and whistles. Love this album and these moves.

[@themirrorsofmymind]

As far as competing with Michael, I tend to think it was less sibling rivalry and more of her recognizing that she had to distance herself from him in a very *BOLD* way because he was making so much history in music and dance. Janet *_HAD to work even harder_* to set herself apart from someone just riding on his successes. We see her doing a spin just like Michael in the music video for _"What Have You Done for Me Lately"_ and using "Hee" on _"Don't Stand Another Chance" and "Control"_ but she stops all of that because she knows she has to be her own distinctive personality and while finding inspiration in his work wouldn't be questioned if she were just another fan, being one of his siblings she didn't want to be pegged as a copycat.

[@RioRav]

@@themirrorsofmymind Also like she stated on control getting out from under her parents, the worst thing would be to then succumb to the other "under" to always being referanced as michaels sister. she knew she had to become strong enough to be janet in her own right and she did that, no small feat. probably only showbiz sibling whos managed to do the same in that caliber of a shadow that comes to mind is solange although she obviously hasnt had the years in yet to have the staying power like janets career.

[@levihayden66]

Janet's albums don't really drop off, she had decent catchy songs after the Super Bowl incident which would have done decently if she wasn't blacklisted. Her latest, Unbreakable album, was really good, would be a good one to listen too:)

[@taintedlife2618]

I think they drop off after the Velvet Rope. But lots of people love later albums. I guess see what people want

[@SScott-nr9vl]

👏👏👏👏 Preach it. It's amazing how many people don't know this and it's factual Janet said so that fat bastard at Viacom banned her from MTV, VH1 and a lot of her songs from radio stations which this company owned all across the United States. She should have sued

[@kiarturpo4712]

Only after Damita Jo her albums started to decline 20 Y.O. wasn't really a good album sad cause she was celebrating her 20 year old career since Control but her label dropped the ball with her and she switch labels her Discipline in my opinion is a good album and it's ahead of it's time as far as sounds go but it gets a bad rep and Unbreakable a masterpiece of album.

[@kathyvaughn5546]

I love how newbies are just discovering Janet. 🙂 Iconic

[@htbald1]

And yes she actually did that backflip!

[@taintedlife2618]

I think Janet’s hair here is timeless and her outfit is badass even to this day. I love a baggy denim jacket.

[@donniehagy5125]

NOBODY could touch Janet when it came to dance! She blistered the floor! I THINK Barry Lather did the choreo.

[@amontaineaurore4700]

Janet has quite a few iconic videos: Rhythm Nation, When I Think of You, Alright, Come Back to Me, That's the Way Love Goes, Nasty, just to name a few. I remember when this video came out. It was the first time we really saw what an amazing dancer she was, as it showcased her dancing in a way that the other videos before it had not. The hair was fresh, her outfit was fresh, very little makeup, she didn't need backup dancers, and she was sexy without having to show skin. It's just badass.

[@mmmmshux]

Barry Lather choreography here. Barry also choreographed Janet's 1987 American Music Awards and Grammy performances.

[@user-le8iz1nm7y]

Janet Jackson is the BLUEPRINT of all the current singers and no one will be like her she’s LEGENDARY, GOAT and an ICON 👑❤❤❤❤❤ More Janet Jackson PLEASE!!! Guys go watch the documentary ASAP

[@dalee72]

The choreographer for this music video was Barry Lather. And yes, she did that backflip.

[@davidbarnes1113]

I don’t believe her albums “dropped off” at all. Its common knowledge that the Super Bowl scandal had a lot to do with her being blacklisted and her albums not being promoted on radio. She has never released a bad record, even her very first two she released as a teenager , although heavily bubblegum pop , she had no creative control with those albums. The t shirt she is wearing is by Jean Paul Gaultier and the design on the front is said to be 1987 written in Russian .

[@taintedlife2618]

True but by then All 4 U was out right? I know people love that album but I find it to be a giant quality drop. That incident for sure affected her and he got off Scott free.

[@jseight279]

Yes , she did the backflip

[@J.Fro90]

OH HELL YES! IN EVERY WAY TO THIS! And yea pay people downing a part of catalog no mind, as a fan of artists with 30-50yr careers, nobody had a career of critical masterpieces every release, the brilliance when she's at her best makes her discography worth going through for the most part, and besides the albums it's the performances & tours & videos to enjoy as well & they've been consistent. And yes to answer your question what makes this video special & unique for its time is how stripped & laid back & natural it looks, it's about the dance & the song, for 1987 & for this to be a Control era video it's like nothing else, where the 80s is known for brightness & costumes, even her decision to opt for this hair vs. The variation of curly hair she had worn throughout the era is different, and then you have the fact that it's no background dancers. The key to the choreography of this video & every video/dance routine, Janet's always been the co-choreographer (it's something she shares with her brother in that regard). This was different too because Paula Abdul had previously choreographed 3 videos & some of her live performances, but Janet really wanted this one to look different, and to this day this along with NASTY are the 2 routines from the era that she still incorporates pieces of the original choreography. The funny thing with mentioning the chair & the hand for 5, this proceeds both Rhythm Nation & Miss You Much where those moves play apart (this was 87 to their 89). And yes truthfully this video has been mutually inspiring & getting things imitated or inspired by it for years. It's truly likely my favorite video of hers, & maybe the 1st that hooked me a certain way that I haven't been unhooked from yet lol.

[@bridgethegapreactions]

Awesome post, thank you!

[@user-le8iz1nm7y]

- Rhythm nation - if - because of love - again - got till it’s gone - love will never do without you - I get lonely - come back to me - funny how time flies - let’s wait awhile ALL JANET JACKSON DISCOVERY 👑❤❤

[@dm3889]

Wait into you see the video to “Alright!” A pure masterpiece and Rhythm Nation!!

[@mr.checkyourself4672]

More Janet Jackson reaction please she has a plethora of hits!

[@Yensid98]

Janet has a lot of fantastic videos, but this is still one of her best. The popularity of the video as far as I can tell has more to do with the laser focus on Janet Jackson alone and her dance talent. The hand and head move you point out was something that I think first came about in the 70s. MJ does it in the "Speed Demon" short film. So excited you're exploring Janet Jackson's catalogue! Things really do begin to fall apart after the epic run of Control, Rhythm Nation, janet., and Velvet Rope, but there are still gems to be found in the remaining albums. Especially her most recent, Unbreakable.

[@gavinwilson7889]

Ahead of her time . This is absolutely Iconic. Pure talent 🙌

[@MikeCheck1814]

Absoluitely brilliant! Janet is incredible.

[@davidchapman2213]

I was in love with Janet in the 80’s. Hell, I still am. Her album Control had a stranglehold on pop music, MTV and the radio in 1986 and didn’t relinquish until Michael’s release of Bad in 1987. This is one of my favorite songs and videos of hers. The best thing about this video is that it showcases her dancing skills in terms we could all relate to. Most of her videos were dance driven with elaborate group choreography. In the early days you can tell the one’s choreographed by Paula Abdul. This video was solo and I’m sure it was choreographed to a point as well. It just doesn’t look like it. That’s the point. She incorporates almost every street hip-hop dance of the day… Cabbage Patch, The Wop, The Fila, etc. She is amazing.

[@amalhussein6731]

Janet Jackson come back to me is her best RnB ballad

[@josecolon871]

SHE IS MY FAVORITE SINGER STAR ALL MY LIFE!*

[@kristianberg4264]

Not sure if you’re aware, that Paula Abdul was her choreographer for her Control album, not sure how much of the album, but I know for sure the Control video. I hope you’ll react to her video “When I think of You”, such a great song and also perfect Janet videos from the 80’s. That body her you did when she kicked the mic stand up was so adorable, it is pretty damn cool. ;)

[@dvus1977]

The Fact that Michael was her brother , I truly think was the catalyst for her 10000% Commitment to stepping up her chops , all around. Her dancing skills, choreography, dedication to fitness, creative control and vocal control (she knew how to stay in her lane & not try outlandish Vocal gymnastics) Along with a Fanbase from her acting days , Then just add the fact that She's a JACKSON. All these parts sum up the Magic that is Janet, Or better yet MS. JACKSON ( U know Why 😉🤭) Her Discography doesn't really fall off but she had pursued other acting projects as well as The whole Superbowl Fiasco with Justin Timberlake got her (unfairly) Blackballed in the entertainment industry . Ultimately she stepped away to focus on her Marriage (now divorced)and moved to the middle east and had her Son. P.S. Whomever Says Bjork's albums slide down in quality are BLASPHEMERS & shouldn't be trusted to Water a Cactus 🤣🤣🤣🤭.

[@bridgethegapreactions]

Great post, thank you!

[@seanboulderformerlymel3000]

This was the 6th single from the album. The record company wasn’t planning to film a video for this song, but it started blowing up on radio stations and fans demanded a video. The song was out for a while before the video was hastily put together. This explains the simplicity of the video and why this song didn’t chart as high as other singles released from the album. Check out Deniece Williams if you haven’t heard of her. Her songs Free, Silly, it’s gonna take a miracle, and let’s hear it for the boy are good places to start.

[@tbarret320]

Her catalog does not drop off at all.

[@Mshighyellow]

I love Janet Jackson ❤️

[@billyjohn7846]

That hand movement Janet did it first, Michael next. In contrary to popular belief, Michael was a huge fan of Janet to the point he'd sometimes use her material or ideas. Same way she did his. He'd say they we're like twins.

[@xhy20x]

This was the video that inspired Jennifer Lopez to pursue a dancing career.

[@PeteBaylis-pe2lw]

BABY SIS DID HER "DAMN THING" IN THIS VID BRUH!😎😍🌹 IT FELT LIKE HER "DON'T STOP UNTIL YOU GET ENOUGH" VOCAL/DANCE COLLABORATIVE EXPRESSION. AWESOME. ORIGINAL. A JACKSON. UNIQUELY A JACKSON.

[@sxybbwms]

I used to obsess over this video when I was younger.😀😀😀

[@CLos22]

Yo, so much backstory up to this video release. She set a fashion and hair trend with this video. Not to speak of the new dance moves , sound, alllll of it! Power house of an artist! OG Influencer !

[@KevinLong-jr1zv]

Janet's career was fire 🔥 The new IT girl for sure

[@TheRealKymiPoo]

🔥 One of my fav videos from Janet. It's the simplicity for me! TFS!

[@ehuffnsd]

This song was written by Monte Moir. He was a band mate of Jimmy Jam and Terry in The Time which was one of Prince's side projects. One of the greatest dance videos and I think she's a better dance than her brother

[@miltoncarl5405]

This was out before remember the time. Mike got it from icon Janet.

[@Jh1847]

This video is a favorite because it was the first time she dances alone.

[@HipsterBlood]

That song is such a mood!

[@SBonaventureReacts]

Loved this! Would love to see you react to “Come Back to Me”, “Rhythm Nation” and “Scream” with Michael

[@SScott-nr9vl]

This debate has been going on for decades but I think Janet Jackson is the queen of pop. Janet is prettier, sings better is a hell of a lot better to answer and I think artistically is smarter she never resorted to parlor tricks, sex or marketing ploys. Janet Jackson is everything and I think she surpassed her brother.

[@imalwaysright]

She is the GREATEST. Nobody comes close. Janet did it first. Michael Jackson did the head/hand thing in Speed Demon (1988, Bad album). The Pleasure Principle video is iconic!

[@taintedlife2618]

I think the 80s gets a bad rap for being corny. But the fact is it that the 80s were very sophisticated and that’s why so much of the music videos fashions so much of what we had back then is so modern and badass to this day. Pick any Depeche Mode song or album for instance and try to hold up a modern selection to that.

[@Kickinthescience]

It was definitely alot of cheese in the 80s

[@km6509]

This video is like a warm blanket to me unlike any other music video. This might've been the first music video I saw as a child IDK. But it takes me right back to that time and I love it!

[@solracshooter4769]

I think you’ll enjoy trust n try by Janet , there isn’t a vid but there are concert clips of the song

[@mikeywebster]

I recall Tiffany utilising the repeated hand to the side of the face then under the chin "move" from this video in her studio performance of 'I Think We're Alone Now' on Top of the Pops back in January 1988. I knew immediately where it came from - Janet. Loved your reaction to this and also the 'Miss You Much' video.

[@bridgethegapreactions]

Thank you! I need to do more Janet..

[@jimmydaves]

"Feedback" was an incredible song of hers from 2008. Great song and video but because of her being blacklisted, it didn't go anywhere. It was a totally different sound from Janet. It would have been #1 if released before the scandal. Sad.

[@rivelinosellier2229]

Check out ‘Got til it’s gone’ from The Velvet Rope. Her last album is magnificent ‘Unbreakable ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Jackson, Jam&Lewis Production

[@earljohnson2613]

You are witnessing real dancing

[@KevinLong-jr1zv]

ICONIC video

[@CLos22]

A very exciting time !

[@deesee3622]

her shirt says 1987 PF backwards - i always thought it was PP for pleasure principle but its not lol she says she doesnt remember what it stands for ugh! i am dying to know for years now. This shirt is being sold now

[@jseight279]

This is an amazing video

[@glenw3979]

Janet's 'Nasty" video is my favorite from Control..please react to that one..but I Love ALL of Janet music videos she doesn't miss a beat

[@bridgethegapreactions]

I'll definitely do all the Control videos

[@gavinwilson7889]

Her best albums are Control,Rhythm Nation, Janet, Designs of a Decade( greatest hits with a few new songs def worth checking out), The Velvet Rope and All For You. Her decline actually begins after her Super Bowl Performance with Damita Jo- has some good moments, 20 YO is deemed as her worst but also has good moments as well as Discipline. Her last album " Unbreakable is great and def worth a listen.

[@deesee3622]

loved I want you from the damita jo album - i love kanye's production on that one

[@MrPoolboytoronto]

It's funny you say those moves remind you of Michael's remember the time videos. This video came out in the 80s way before those videos from Michael. Give Janet the credit she deserves

[@bridgethegapreactions]

Yeah, that was my point - that she did these things first, and I've seen the things she influenced

[@murahsingleton3105]

Just discovered ur channel and when u said that u love choreography I jumped down the rabbit hole. I have loved Janet my whole life. But have u dived into Chris Brown? His choreography is INSANE! Check out Party by him. U will NOT BE LET DOWN! I love that u embrace r&b. Hope I can give u some gems. Ok, been down the rabbit hole. I see women in R&B. I’ve been dancing since I can remember as well as my daughter. Not sure how u feel about Chris brown so the best Janet video is All For You. I’ve had all of her albums including her first 2 that rarely people even know about. I am 52 and I’ve loved her my whole life. So with that I hope ur open to suggestions.

[@kellielewis4490]

Janet is a female version of her Big Brother Michael ❤🇦🇺🙏👍

[@MrLouis2865]

I love Janet Jackson. She and Madonna, Whitney, Mariah, and on and on….all of it made us Spoiled! We have higher standards than Kpop. just facts.

[@ini-obongudoh9382]

You should react to Ciara's " Ride" it is a great replica of this video! Just dancing from the beginning to the end!

[@tommycrawford6277]

You should out the video for "Black Cat".

[@taintedlife2618]

One of my favorites!😊

[@helloalexa5035]

That hand under chin/side of face move was done by MJ in his Speed Demon video and some of her other moves are MJ-esque but somehow at the same time, very Janet-esque. It’s like they BOTH pioneered the same moves. I know that’s not a very definitive answer, but that’s all I got lol 😅Hopefully some knowledgeable fans can give more insight. At any rate, great reaction to one of my favorite songs! ❤

[@bridgethegapreactions]

Great comment, thank you!

[@taintedlife2618]

The Pleasure Principle was like two years earlier.

[@mr.checkyourself4672]

Wrong Janet dance is always original her choreography inspired Michael some of his choreography like he said multiple times and Michael did Janet choreography in few of his videos and Pleasure Principle came way before Speed Demon he took that hand move from Janet.

[@helloalexa5035]

@@mr.checkyourself4672 thank you for this insight.

[@mr.checkyourself4672]

@@helloalexa5035 Welcome

[@Aiukli1385]

Who are this guy saying Janet Jackson fell off, MAN a pick on Tyler Dane🖕🏾

[@foxesamu]

Her 2004-2008 albums are her weakest, mostly the latter 2, but it’s still very much worth going through at least the singles and their videos, and her 2015 album Unbreakable is a wonderful full listen. Still waiting for the follow up!

[@Busterburn]

Hi I am in Ireland, you in England. Do you ever remember Janet being a superstar? I don’t. Just kinda always there. I mean superstar like Madonna?

[@jeremyallennossette6426]

Her catalog does everything but drop off, she had some awesome stuff that should have been Hits but her blacklisting in America was real she is still turned out #1 Albums on the Billboard charts but they're not giving her the radio play she deserves. She's a Living Legend, The Empress of Pop and The Blueprint, she commands alot more respect on her name. Beyonce, RiRi, Ciara wouldn't be here if it weren't Janet's shoulders that sit upon. That's just reality, so point being her newer recordings are everything that all those other girls have on the radio and hers are still better.

[@pxlmvr7]

Was Paula Abdul her choreographer for this?

[@cptbusstop92]

I don’t think so. Paula worked with Janet on the Control album. This was Rhythm Nation album and by then Paula was so well known because of working with Janet that more artists started hiring her to do choreography. But Janet is forever known for giving her a big break. She was featured in Janet’s bio-documentary a few years ago.

[@lizbrown6943]

Her first album is not worth time. Her father was producer. Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis made her recording artist. Pleasure Principle is her breaking away and deserves a listen.

[@dtaylor939]

Janet Jackson is a great dancer.. so is Britney Spears, but you're not going to see them dance in a variety of styles... they are good at what they do. The most well rounded dancer of the big pop stars is Madonna. You will see Madonna dance in just about every style you can imagine, and she does it well.

[@deshaunx776]

I challenge that… Remember that Janet has been dancing on TV since she was a child. If she could dance jazz, tap, ballroom, and swing on TV by age 9… doesn’t that count?

[@taintedlife2618]

@@deshaunx776 it does but by sheer volume of albums videos tours, Madonna has a lot more to offer than Janet but Janet is a hard dancer also. I think Johnny should get into Janet tours as that’s what I’m behind on myself and maybe I’ll have a different opinion after

[@justchill6765]

Janet would master any style of dance known to history and Madonna not on Janet level of dancing or at in dancing period yeah she use to do few steps and choreograph here and there but rare when it comes to female wise in dance Janet comes to mind never Madonna.