(ThyBlackMan.com) I understand we always feel the need to compare current artist with the previous. There are many that would say, yes, Beyoncé is a lot like Janet Jackson. Anyone looking at these two can see a few comparisons. Janet Jackson is an amazing performer with longevity in the business. Every album gave us something different, and she never neglected to address social issues through her music.
Everything about albums like “Rhythm Nation” set a standard for what we see today. Granted Beyoncé is also a stellar performer in 
every right. Beyonce has been a big proponent for Girl Power, but in this regard, she is following in the footsteps of say a Janet Jackson. Furthermore, we are just beginning to see the addressing of social issues through the music that affect Beyoncé.
Janet Jackson is stand alone, and so is Beyonce, this is the reason I would say we should lay off the comparison. Just we could try to compare the two icons all day, however I think Janet Jackson had a bit more variety in her content (not by much), than Beyonce. Janet Jackson didn’t make albums that seemed to be centered around her husband as of course she wasn’t married. Yes, both have epic concert performances, and choreographer. Janet Jackson and Beyoncé are considered sexy, but I think Janet left more to our imagination on the stage…while Beyoncé may be more sexually conservative on the actual album.
The comparison of icons is tempting. Janet Jackson came first and yes she laid a path that Beyonce, and others, could follow. However, these entertainers are also very different, and the differences set them apart. Some will always argue that maybe Beyoncé is the better singer, but Janet the better performer…who knows.
Then, of course die hard Janet Jackson fans will say Beyonce can never compare to the legend. Lastly, we know the Beyhive eat and sleep Beyoncé and Janet Jackson is the past. I’d prefer they are both iconic entertainers and they should stand in their own light.
Staff Writer; Adonicka Sassy
