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Rhythm Nation 1814 | 
 enlarge | Artist: Janet Jackson
Label: A&M
Category: Music
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Rating:  125 reviews
Sales Rank: 7200
Media: Audio CD
Discs: 1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.3
Dimensions (in): 5.6 x 4.7 x 0.6
MPN: 3920
UPC: 075021392021
EAN: 0075021392021
ASIN: B000002GFN
Publication Date: 1989
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| Tracks:
| • | Interlude: Pledge | | • | Rhythm Nation | | • | Interlude: T.V. | | • | State Of The World | | • | Interlude: Race | | • | The Knowledge | | • | Interlude: Let's Dance | | • | Miss You Much | | • | Interlude: Come Back Interlude | | • | Love Will Never Do (Without You) | | • | Livin' in a World (They Didn't Make ) | | • | Alright | | • | Interlude: Hey Baby | | • | Escapade | | • | Interlude: No Acid | | • | Black Cat | | • | Lonely | | • | Come Back to Me | | • | Someday is Tonight | | • | Livin'... In Complete Darkness |
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Amazon.com essential recording
Picking up where the breakthrough funk-pop of Control left off, Janet Jackson and her production team of Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis laced Rhythm Nation with high-minded references to societal ills--seldom the favored province of dance music, but a daring attempt nonetheless. Songs like "State of the World" and "The Knowledge" follow in the tradition of "free your mind and your ass will follow." Still, aside from the title track, it was the pure pop fare and dance music that stormed the charts: "Escapade," "Love Will Never Do (Without You)," "Alright," and "Come Back to Me" concentrate on the politics of personal relationships, not public policy, while "Black Cat" burns the place down with a fierce burst of hard rock. Rhythm Nation 1814 doesn't necessarily hang together thematically, but it's so chock full of hits, you scarcely notice. --Daniel Durchholz
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 Rhythm Nation 1814 March 24, 2008
Product was a great price, i enjoyed the songs cause i love 80's music. CD did not come in a case.
Simply Ageless : 20 Years Later, and Still as Vital March 21, 2008
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
I don't know what Janet Jackson was on in 1989, but I'd suggest she get back on it. I recently purchased this album yet AGAIN on CD about two weeks ago, and while I knew all the tunes, it also really surprised me. Despite being of the same pop-funk genre that Paula Abdul so heartily embraced in the early 1990s, the songs here are just TIMELESS. How could Janet use the same old instruments everyone else did, but still craft songs that could stand the test of time? I don't know, but one things for sure - this album is a flawless masterpiece.
Its also the only Janet album where every interlude actually works, makes sense, and acts as a proper segue for the next track. The most famous one of these is the "Lets Dance" intro that segues into "Miss You Much". An impeccable transition. But the R&B overtones of the album never really harm it. Instead, it serves as a precursor to the Neo-Soul movement - especially realized on the simply breathtaking "Someday is Tonight" that can leave me speechless all these years later. It is a song that defines what songwriting is all about, it is a song that reinvents the world of balladry and the very meaning of R&B. By far, this is the greatest track on the album (and ironically most people don't even know it, as it wasn't released as a single).
The singles of course, are spectacular. "Miss You Much" set the standard that all of todays' third-rate pop stars try to emulate, and the ageless "Love will Never Do Without You" is a crystal slice of pop music glory. "Escapade" (another No. 1 Single for Janet) is a fun romp that has an indescribably catchy melody as its' hookline, and the wondrous "Black Cat" with its electric guitars act as a perfect marriage between R&B and Rock (this hadn't even been attempted at the time, which is why the song was considered groundbreaking).
Albums come and go but "Rhythm Nation" will have a special place in pop music history. Why? Well, there is a theme here. Listen to "The Knowledge". This is an album that focusses on social issues - homelessness, unemployment, racism, homophobia; but it also speaks of other, more pressing issues such as childrens' education ("Livin in a World they Didn't Make"), and world politics and geoeconomics ("State of the World"). And the amazing thing is, Janet actually managed to roll these messages in the most beautiful tunes - tunes that you will never forget once you listen to them.
Its hard to imagine that Janet Jackson was once a social activist and a TRUE MUSICIAN. This album proves that she once was - and what an album this was because of that.
An Essential Purchase.
Ahhhhh! February 19, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
This album is still the best. Still putting a smile on my face making my head bop and my feet tap under my desk. Classic.
"Rhythm Nation 1814"-A State of Perfection February 6, 2008
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
If her 1986 mega hit "Control" wasn't enough to show that Janet Jackson was a great artist, then 1989's "Rhythm Nation 1814" would show that Janet Jackson was an artist beyond her time! One of her strongest and most impressive efforts, "Rhythm Nation 1814" takes the concept of world issues like poverty, prejudice, and homicide and mixes in some of the best pop music ever created to create on of the best albums of all time! I'm serious! "Rhythm Nation 1814" is a very bold album as well as it shows how creative and innovative Janet's music is. Winning countless awards and becoming the first artist in history to score 7 top 5 hits from one album, this remarkable album can be summed up like this:
Pledge-A haunting intro that has Janet chanting and counting down to the title track.
Rhythm Nation-A glorious title track that sees Janet singing strongly about desperately saving a child. With a powerful message, touching lyrics, and a groundbreaking video to match, this is one of the most pivotal songs of Janet's career.-5/5 stars
Interlude: TV-An interlude that sees channels being changed.
State of the World-A wonderful track that sees Janet singing about the poor children of the world with no place to go. Janet sings with conviction as this profound song never stops touching your heart.-5/5 stars
Interlude: Race-Janet makes a bold statement what race we are in.
The Knowledge-A increible song about the importance of education and how it can change the world. The lyrics are clever and Janet conveys the message of the song beautifully.-5/5 stars
Interlude: Let's Dance-"Get the point? Good...let's dance!" Nicely said.
Miss You Much- A fun and catchy pop smash that scored Janet her second #1 hit. The lyrics are great and Janet is at her finest when it comes to dance funk!-5/5 stars
Interlude: Come Back-A great preview of the upcoming ballad "Come Back To Me".
Love Will Never Do (Without You)-One of Janet's popular records that sees the superstar showing some wonderful vocals. She starts off in a low-ish singing voice only to come back hard with her high and sweet sounding vocals. With her fellow producers and then unknown husband singing back up, this is a class act of song which of course went to #1.-5/5 stars
Livin' In A World (They Didn't Make)-A haunting and moving ballad about the 1989 elementary school shootings. Janet sings with such emotion and the last few moments where we hear the shootings followed by a newscaster is truly an overwhelming ending.-5/5 stars
Alright-An upbeat and irresistible r&b tune that captures freshness of old school jams from MGM days. A sometimes underrated single that should get more praise by fans.-5/5 stars
Interlude: Hey Baby-Janet giggling and fooling around.
Escapade-A fantastic pop tune that became one of Janet's most well known hits. It's fun, care-free and Janet is as sweet as ever.-5/5 stars
Interlude: No Acid-Some scary music, a window smashes and "Ain't acid in this house."
Black Cat-Indicating that Janet is a much more capable artist than just pop and r&b, this rock thriller written by Janet herself is truly amazing with the flawless guitar solo and Janet's edgy vocals.-5/5 stars
Lonely-A dreary ballad with depressing lyrics yet Janet captures the mood of the song perfectly with her vocals it's incredible!-5/5 stars
Come Back To Me-A soulful and sultry ballad where Janet shows such vulnerability. The lyrics are touching and the arrangements are so beautiful.-5/5 stars
Someday Is Tonight-A prequel of sorts to the sexy "janet." album, Janet expresses ecstasy as she and her lover finally get to act on their lustful yearning on a steamy night. With a very jazzy yet sexual arrangement with an excellent saxophone solo toward the ending, not to mention, Janet's heavy breathing, this will definitely catch your ear!-4.5/5 stars
Interlude: Livin'...In Complete Darkness-Janet concludes the album with one of the most powerful quotes I've ever heard on an album.
"Rhythm Nation 1814" was one of the most defining moments of Janet's career. Not only did it go on to sell 15 million copies worldwide, but the Rhythm Nation Tour became the most successful debut tour of all time opening to audience of 2 million! But the album was also Janet's most influential album as its world changing concept inspired a variety of people including college students, pushing them to finally graduate by not taking their education for granted as well as creating a larger fan base for Janet. An undeniable classic and an album that still sounds as fresh today!
A phenom January 14, 2008
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
"We teach our kids rules that we don't adhere
to."-Janet Jackson
1989 was a pivotal juncture in Janet Damita Jo
Jackson's career. Why? Because one of her most
important albums (and one of the most important and
thought provoking albums of all time) was released
that year. "Rhythm Nation 1814" is an album filled
with songs about society, injustice, love, loss of
love and sexual innuendos. Nowadays, musicians rarely
speak of the world's injustices, killing children and
racial equality; Janet was a catalyst for doing that.
So what does the "1814" symbolize? 1814 was the year
that Francis Scott Key composed "Star Spangled Banner"
and it was also the year women were granted education
beyond the eighth grade. Less important is the fact
that "R" is the 14th letter of the alphabet and "N" is
the 18th. Also worth pointing out, the theme for this
album was black and white. If you notice, the album
cover is black and white and so are most of the
album's videos. Janet chose to do this because she
wanted to help convey her point of "a world rid of
color lines (which means the absence of prejudice)."
This album is mostly comprised of up-tempo tracks.
Although some of this album sounds dated, the material
is of much quality. Janet has a reputation for
under-singing and mumbling. However, on this album,
she gave her all vocally and the results are
impressive. The opening track, "Rhythm Nation" serves
as a prime example. This up-tempo track has great
production and bold lyrics. Following this song are
"State of the World" and the "The Knowledge."
Production-wise, these songs are very much akin, but
the lyrical content is amazing. "The Knowledge"
informs listeners that it is imperative that everyone
receive as much education as possible because success
is much more obtainable with it. "Miss You Much" was
the first song released to radio from this album.
This song had to grow on me, but now that it has, it's
a pleasure to listen to. One of my all-time favorite
tracks is "Escapade." The production is top notch and
the lyrics are simple yet very meaningful. The topic
of this track is just enjoying yourself, even if it
means breaking monotonous rules. "Someday is Tonight"
and "Lonely" are definitely album highlights because
Janet is giving her listener plenty of sensuality, and
we love every minute. The lyrics and production on
"Lonely" are nothing short of sensational.
I highly recommend this album to fans of all genres
of music. Janet Jackson is one of the most successful
musicians of all-time and this album is one of the
most groundbreaking of her extended career. 5 stars
and that will never change. Timeless music!
Mikeisha's Top 5
1."Escapade"
2."The Knowledge"
3."Livin' in a World (They Didn't Make)
4."Rhythm Nation"
5."Love Will Never Do (Without You)"
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