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Control and Confidence: The Story Behind Janet Jackson’s “Nasty”

Control and Confidence: The Story Behind Janet Jackson’s “Nasty”

What comes to mind when you think of the word “nasty?” For many, it evokes images of Janet Jackson’s iconic music video, where she confidently declares, “No, my first name ain’t baby, it’s Janet… Ms. Jackson if you’re nasty.” This powerful anthem, released in 1986, wasn’t just a catchy pop song; it was a cultural […]