In celebration of Janet Jackson’s “Number Ones” compilation, we hit the streets of New York City to ask real people what their favorite JJ song is and why.
Reported By: Jenisha Watts
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‘Scream’
“I like that song because Michael is on it. I think they should have made more music together.”
—Gillian Holland, 24
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03
‘Alright’
“It’s one of those songs where you can’t get stressed, the title speaks for itself. It’s also very therapeutic.”
—Greg St. Plice, 33
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04
‘Rhythm Nation’
“It talks about different cultures coming together. The song is very joyful.”
—Avianna Johnson, 18
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05
‘Control’
“The way it starts off, you know, being that teenager, you want to gain control in life, to regain control over everything.”
—Josie Edouard, 35
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06
‘Doesn’t Really Matter’
“I like the beat and her freedom on the soundtrack.”
—Veronica Evans, 19
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07
‘So Excited’
“I like the choreography in the video because they were dancing on another level. It was different and out there.”
—Arinze Lasbrey, 20
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08
‘Any Time, Any Place’
“It’s just ultra sexy. It’s bold and affirmative. She’s letting you know any time, any place, and I am for it!”
—Kys Swinny, 25
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‘Lonely’
“The beat, also it’s so straight forward. You can’t help but relate to what she is saying on the track.”
—Maudisa Nooitmeek, 23
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10
‘That’s The Way Love Goes’
“The dancing, the video, the connection makes it a wonderful song. I just love the chemistry in the video!”