Throwback Thursday: Janet Jackson – “Alright” (featuring Heavy D)
If I did a tally, I’m sure Janet Jackson would be the most frequently selected artist for my TBT posts. I know I just had her on here two weeks ago, but with the news breaking earlier today that she will be inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, it is only right that we run Janet back.
I’ve already posted my absolute favorite Janet songs before, but because she has such a prolific catalog of classics, there are always solid options to choose from.
“Alright” was the fourth single from Janet Jackson’s Rhythm Nation 1814 and one of the album’s seven top 5 hits (peaking at No. 4). The song, written by Janet, Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis, samples Lyn Collins’ “Think (About It)” and BT Express’ “Do You Like It.” The writers of both sampled songs — James Brown for “Think (About It)” and Carlos Ward for “Do You Like IT” — both receive songwriting credit.
The video pays homage to iconic dancers of the ’50s and ’60s, and features appearances by Cyd Charisse, the Nicholas Brothers and Cab Calloway. Watch below.
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