Janet Jackson: Discipline – Exploring Rhythm and Soul in Contemporary R&B | CD Album

Product Information

catalog Number: N/A
UPC: 602517613553
Product Type: CD Album (Super Jewel Box)
Genre: Contemporary R&B, Dance-Pop, House, Downtempo
Style: Experimental Fusion of Hip Hop, Funk, and Electronic Elements
Language: English
Format: CD (Album)
Released: 2008
Publisher: Island Records & JDJ Entertainment
Country of Origin: Europe

Overview

Janet Jackson’s Discipline* is her tenth studio album, showcasing her signature innovation in blending soulful vocals with modern beats. This 22-track opus, released in 2008, features collaborations with top producers like Rodney “Darkchild” Jerkins and Jermaine Dupri, while experimenting with introspective themes and genre-defying sounds. From the sultry "Rollercoaster" to the collaborative track "The 1" featuring Missy Elliott, the album balances intimacy and dancefloor energy, solidifying Jackson’s legacy as a musical trailblazer.

Product Features

• Format & Dimensions: CD (Super Jewel Box)
• Track Count: 22 songs
• Duration: Total runtime approximately 60 minutes (exact timing varies by track).
• Collaborations: Features production from Rodney Jerkins, Ne-Yo, Stargate, and Jermaine Dupri.
• Genre Fusion: Seamlessly combines Contemporary R&B, Dance-Pop, and experimental electronic elements.
• Special Edition: Includes exclusive vocal arrangements and intros/outros (e.g., "I.D.", "Feedback").

Interesting Facts

10th Studio Masterpiece:

• Discipline was Janet Jackson’s first album under Island Records and marked her departure from Virgin Records after a landmark five-album deal.

Collaborative Brilliance:

• Track "The 1" unites Jackson with Missy Elliott, showcasing a bold, high-energy fusion of R&B and hip-hop.
• "Greatest X" includes production by The-Dream and Tricky Stewart, highlighting Jackson’s versatility.

Cultural Milestones:

• The album debuted at No. 3 on the US Billboard 200 and No. 1 on the Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums chart.
• Tracks like "Rollercoaster" and "Truth Or Dare" remain fan favorites, celebrated for their lyrical depth and genre-blurring sound.

Track Listing

1. I.D. (0:47)
2. Feedback (3:38)
3. Luv (3:10)
4. Spinnin (0:08)
5. Rollercoaster (3:50)
6. Bathroom Break (0:41)
7. Rock With U (3:51)
8. 2nite (4:09)
9. Can’t B Good (4:13)
10. 4 Words (0:11)
11. Never Letchu Go (4:07)
12. Truth Or Dare (0:24)
13. Greatest X (4:23)
14. Good Morning Janet (0:44)
15. So Much Betta (2:52)
16. Play Selection (0:17)
17. The 1 (3:41)
18. What’s Ur Name (2:34)
19. The Meaning (1:16)
20. Discipline (5:00)
21. Back (0:18)
22. Curtains (3:51)

Publishers

Published by Island Records and JDJ Entertainment. Mastered by Bernie Grundman Mastering. Includes over 40 publishing credits from labels like EMI, Sony/ATV, and Universal Music.

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