June 14, 2006
They are among pop music's current reigning royal couples. Enjoy 10 essential hits from Jay-Z and Beyonce. The peak position on the pop singles chart for each song is included.
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1. Forever Yours
Sweet ballad from Janet Jackson's first self-titled album in 1982.
2. Funny How Time Flies
One of the few tracks from Control not released as a single. The song includes a portion of the lyrics in French.
3. Livin' In a World (They Didn't Make)
Starkly poignant ballad about children growing up in difficult times from Rhythm Nation: 1814.
4. The Knowledge
Janet Jackson supports education loud and clear from Rhythm Nation: 1814.
5. State of the World
It's still danceable, but this is one of the most stark set of lyrics from Janet Jackson depicting life in crime-ridden, poverty-stricken parts of our society. From Rhythm Nation: 1814.
7. Funky Big Band
Lionel Hampton is sampled on this blending of musical eras from Janet.
8. New Agenda
A plea for unity that features Public Enemy's Chuck D from the album Janet.
9. Tonight's the Night (Gonna Be Alright)
Janet Jackson takes on the sexy Rod Stewart chestnut from The Velvet Rope.


