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theblvcksupreme · 2 months
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CONTROL by JANET JACKSON (1986)
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On February 4th 1986, at just 19 years old Janet Jackson made history. She released her first album where she had full creative CONTROL. After two mildly successful albums full of songs she had no hand in creating Janet took matters into her own hands. With the help of her legendary producers Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis, the trio created a new unconventional sound consisting of a fusion of R&B, Rap Vocals, Funk, disco & synthesized percussion that would lead into pioneering a new genre of music called New Jack Swing.
Janet had recently gone through a public divorce to an abusive husband, severed business ties with her father & family. Janet no longer wanted to have her artistry decided for her she wanted to do it her own way.
The album also helped redefine what it meant to be a Black female superstar, and arguably, a Black superstar period. Unlike the safe(sometimes white washed) images of her mid-80s contemporaries there was something undeniably street and edgy about Janet’s overall presentation. From the hard-hitting beats to the funky choreography and sassy attitude, Janet was very Black and proud. With heavy Black Feminist themes Janet was one of the first Pop Stars to unapologetically include feminism and women empowerment in her music.
Control laid the Blueprint that many Female Popstars would later follow. Artists including Britney Spears, Beyoncè, Ciara, Rihanna, Christina Aguilera, Tinashe, Cassie, Teyana Taylor, Victoria Monèt, Janelle Monaè, SZA, HER, Lil Kim, FKA Twigs, Lady Gaga and so many more. Control is still referenced, copied and studied over 35 years later.
With over 14 Million Copies sold it has also received immense critical acclaim and many accolades. It is on Rolling Stones list of the 500 Greatest albums of all time, It is listed by the National Association of Recording Merchandisers and the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as one of the 200 Definitive Albums of All Time, in addition to being included in several publications "best of" album lists. In 2016, it was selected for exhibition in the NMAAHC.
“This is a story about CONTROL, my control. Control of what I say, control of what I do…. This time I’m gonna do it MY way.”
With this statement alone Control went from just an album to a movement. A young black woman having complete control of her image, her art, her visuals, her presentation, was almost unheard of at the time. Janet changed it all. And with that Janet gave young woman and artists the inspiration to do the same.
Today we Honor Jimmy Jam, Terry Lewis and the Queen of Pop Music: JANET, MS. JACKSON IF YOU’RE NASTY!
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janetjacksonarchive · 1 month
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pleaseeeimjustagirl · 3 months
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Weekly Affirmations
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♡ I am the creator of my own happiness. I’m ready to take responsibility and do what it takes to start living my dream life.
♡ I’m going to only focus on things I can control and let go of worry about the rest.
♡ 2024 is a year of wonderful surprises, good decisions, and creative solutions.
♡ I am creating financial abundance, a healthy body, and positive relationships in 2024.
♡ This year is going to be a great and wonderful year for me.
♡ This year, my dreams are coming true.
♡ I am dedicated to becoming my higher self this year.
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alaynestone · 4 months
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you're an angel, i'm a dog or you're a dog and i'm your man you believe me like a god i destroy you like i am
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paintpanic · 1 month
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Malevolent gods
Are better than none
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artbyace · 1 year
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remus is my favorite bookworm and gryffindor cassanova
also i love the idea that he’s just accidentally hot without even trying (mary knows what’s up)! might reblog with some personal headcanons later :V
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prettieinpink · 4 months
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How do I stop doing something that kinda turned into an addiction ? I try and stay off of it for about two days and then I feel like I have to go back and every time I tell myself it’s the last time
Sorry if my English is not good it’s not my first language 🤎🤎
your english is good.
HEALING FROM AN ADDICTION
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MAKE IT INCONVENIENT. Place any barriers that you can that make you struggle to access your addiction. 
JOIN A SUPPORT GROUP. Either meeting in real life or online can put things in perspective for you that motivate you to quit.
HAVE A GOAL. Do you want to be more faithful to your religion? Do you want to be there for your loved ones, instead of the other way around? Do you want to advance in your career? Tie the decision of quitting to a goal you are motivated to achieve.
ASK YOURSELF WHY? What does this addiction provide with me in life that I am so inclined to go back to despite it not aligning with what I want? Is there anything else that can replicate the same feeling but not as self-destructive?
REMOVE TEMPTATIONS. Anything in your environment that gives you easy access to that addiction, or motivates you to be inclined to it, you need to extract it without looking back. 
SLOWLY CEASE IT. Do not just randomly go cold turkey on an addiction, because you are going to go back to it every time. I know this sounds weird, but just slowly decrease the use of it or set certain dates when you allow yourself to, and just keep decreasing it until you’ve built up the discipline. 
DISTRACT YOURSELF. Fill up your timetable and schedules to the absolute brim. This doesn’t have to be going out activities, but rather tasks that you need or want to do at home.
COPING STRATEGIES FOR CRAVINGS. This can be similar to the feeling that addiction gives you, a reminder as to why you want to quit or take preventative measures so you do not want to give in. 
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emotional-emotion · 1 year
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PENN BADGLEY at Thom Browne Fashion Show in New York, February 14 2023
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stealingpotatoes · 3 months
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Does Ben eventually join the school? Would Merrin be able to stop snoke from messing with his mind with like a space excorism or something?
yeah when he's like. nearer age 10!! and it's ok Leia got to him before Snoke could
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Nico and the Niners | Overcompensate
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cametotheshowinsd · 5 months
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I was born in 1989, reinvented for the first time in 2014, and a part of me was reclaimed in 2023 with the re-release of this album I love so dearly… It's been waiting for you. 1989 (Taylor's Version) | Oct. 27, 2023
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dipplinduo · 3 months
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I remember someone requesting Pecharunt giving up and being Kieran's wingman only to fail miserably, which like i have 2 ideas as to what type of advice Pecharunt could have been giving Kieran and it stems from two things
1) Pecharunt's a pokemon
2) Pecharunt's old
So they'll be giving him advice from the way pokemon mate that it wit essed over the years, or tell him the most outdated swooning methods ever, like Pecharunt's older than Kieran's ancestor, dudes giving a 14 year old Jesus era dating advice
LMAO
Kieran, barging down Juliana's door: My fine lady. O, wilt thou leave me so unsatisfied?
Juliana: WHA-KIERAN?
Kieran, grabbing the back of Juliana's hand and kissing it: One half of me is yours, the other half yours-
Juliana: Wait what-
Kieran: Mine own, I would say. But if mine, then yours,
Juliana, becoming unsteady and confused: What are you talking about?
Kieran: Lady, shall I lie in your lap?
Juliana, starting to panic because she doesn't know what's happening and she's half convinced Kieran is having a stroke: Kieran did I give you my fever? Are you okay?
Kieran, getting visibly frustrated that Juliana isn't swooning: Goddess, nymph, perfect, divine!
Juliana: Should I call the nurse?!
Kieran: I WILL LIVE IN THY HEART, DIE IN THY LAP, AND BE BURIED IN THY BEADY EYES, MY DEAR RIBOMBEE
Juliana, internally: OH ARCEUS, HE THINKS IM A POKEMON!?
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janetjacksonarchive · 1 month
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pleaseeeimjustagirl · 2 months
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Weekly Affirmations
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♡ My life is just beginning.
♡ I give myself the care and attention that I deserve.
♡ I put my energy into things that matter to me.
♡ I am going to make myself proud.
♡ I have courage and confidence.
♡ I choose to smile and enjoy life to the fullest.
♡ I am becoming closer to my true self every day.
♡ I abandon my old habits and take up new, more positive ones.
♡ I am not afraid to keep going, and I believe in myself.
♡ My confidence grows when I step outside of my comfort zone.
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theworldatwar · 7 months
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The cockpit of a German Bf109. Although cramped it was well designed with all the controls in easy reach of the pilot - Germany, date unknown
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oxydiane · 2 years
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mcgonagall: mr potter, is that a snake?
harry: this is herbert, professor. he’s here for emotional support
mcgonagall: in what way?
harry: when he talks shit about professor snape and malfoy in a way only i can understand i feel positive emotions
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