Janet Jackson Kicks Off the New Decade on Top in 1990 With the ‘Rhythm Nation’ Era: Greatest Pop Stars Podcast

Our Janet Jackson Vintage Pop Stardom Week continues in 1990, with the pop legend zooming past her 'Control' era and the rest of the pop pack.

Janet Jackson poses for a portrait in Los Angeles, California, circa 1990.

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