Janet Jackson, ‘The Velvet Rope,’ 1997. Photo by Ellen von Unwerth By Okla Jones· Updated October 7, 2022
On October 7, 1997, Janet Jackson released her critically acclaimed The Velvet Rope. In what was a stark contrast to her previous albums, the iconic artist opened herself up for the world to see. She explored themes of heartache, sexuality, past trauma, and more, making this project her most creatively
