What makes That's the Way Love Goes by Janet Jackson notable?

'That's the Way Love Goes' became a defining hit for Janet Jackson, reaching number one on the Billboard Hot 100 and earning her a Grammy Award for Best R&B Song. Its innovative production and smooth vocal delivery influenced countless artists in the genre and has been recognized as a quintessential track of the 90s R&B movement. Released in 1993, 'That's the Way Love Goes' marked Janet Jackson's commercial peak following her acclaimed album 'janet.' in 1993. This single helped solidify her status as a leading figure in contemporary R&B, showcasing her evolution as an artist and her ability to blend pop sensibilities with deeper emotional themes.

Who is That's the Way Love Goes for?

That's the Way Love Goes works well if you're into laid-back groove for relaxation, smooth melodies for intimate moments and steady pacing for easy listening.

How many songs are on That's the Way Love Goes?

That's the Way Love Goes has 6 tracks, running approximately 34 minutes.

That's the Way Love Goes

Janet Jackson · 1993

34 min · 6 tracks · contemporary R&B

Smooth, sultry melodies intertwine with laid-back grooves, embodying the essence of 90s R&B.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

laid-back groove for relaxation
smooth melodies for intimate moments
steady pacing for easy listening
exploration of love themes
for late-night vibes

Maybe skip if you want

seeking high-energy tracks
prefer shorter standalone songs

Where this album fits

Career context: Released in 1993, 'That's the Way Love Goes' marked Janet Jackson's commercial peak following her acclaimed album 'janet.' in 1993. This single helped solidify her status as a leading figure in contemporary R&B, showcasing her evolution as an artist and her ability to blend pop sensibilities with deeper emotional themes.
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