What makes Make Me by Janet Jackson notable?

The song received significant attention within dance music circles, charting on Billboard's Dance Club Songs chart. Its various remixes contributed to keeping Jackson relevant in the evolving pop landscape, bridging her classic sound with modern production techniques and influencing subsequent artists in the electronic and R&B genres. Released as a digital single in 2009, 'Make Me' marked Janet Jackson's return to the music scene following her 2006 album '20 Y.O.'. This track came during a period when she was exploring new sounds and targeting dance floors with fresh remix collaborations.

How many songs are on Make Me?

Make Me has 4 tracks, running approximately 13 minutes.

Make Me

Janet Jackson · 2009

13 min · 4 tracks · contemporary R&B

Energetic dance remixes blend pop sensibilities with contemporary R&B grooves, showcasing Janet's signature vocal prowess.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Make Me (Moto Blanco Club Mix) — This version epitomizes the energetic dance vibe of the album, delivering an infectious beat that showcases Janet's vocals while inviting listeners to the dance floor.
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Make Me (Ralphi Rosario Vocal Remix) — This remix highlights the emotional depth of the original track, enhancing its lyrical themes of desire through a more atmospheric production.
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Make Me (Bimbo Jones Club Remix) — Featuring a pulsating rhythm and lush synths, this remix captures the essence of early 2000s dance-pop while retaining Janet's unmistakable style.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

45 /100

Lowland

Higher than 5% of albums we've rated

The remixes highlight Janet's vocal strength while adapting to contemporary dance trends, though they lack a cohesive narrative.

What we noticed

The single features four distinct remixes, each offering a different interpretation of the original track's energetic dance vibe.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 5/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 6/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 4/10

Influence 3/10

Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Deep Cut — A solid single that showcases her sound but doesn't define her career.
Themes: dance floor desire· club culture revival· remix energy
Moods: Energetic· Chill
Career context: Released as a digital single in 2009, 'Make Me' marked Janet Jackson's return to the music scene following her 2006 album '20 Y.O.'. This track came during a period when she was exploring new sounds and targeting dance floors with fresh remix collaborations.
Stylistic neighbors: Tinashe· Aaliyah· Beyoncé

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Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

Make Me (Moto Blanco Club Mix)

The chorus shifts to an assertive tone where the narrator expresses a longing for intimacy and connection amidst club energy.

This shift not only elevates the dance atmosphere but also brings a compelling vulnerability to the otherwise upbeat context.