Twitter Gives Janet Jackson Her Flowers After K-Pop Stan Disses Her Performance Style

The conversation was sparked after one user complained about how “Western artists” simply don’t bring the heat while performing.

From proclaiming that Janet “dances like a chicken” to claiming that “even the biggest names waddle on the stage,” the Twitter user came in HOT with their commentary.

The person also noted that Janet would go “straight into cardiac arrest” if she were to try and pull off other moves.

this looks so funny she dances like a chicken https://t.co/8I3xpHKNon

— acid yOuwei frOm asia (@iwantaxiong) April 17, 2023

janet jackson would've gotten straight into cardiac arrest if she attempted this choreo btwpic.twitter.com/6hUV1PBQjd

— acid yOuwei frOm asia (@iwantaxiong) April 18, 2023

However, others promptly began to defend Jackson’s honor by clapping back and letting it be known that the “All For You” singer is NOT to be played with.

mind you they’re talking about janet jackson 😭 JANET JACKSON https://t.co/kbirMXa0MV pic.twitter.com/ObO7uJnZrb

— livy is SEEING BEYONCE (@karinayonce) April 17, 2023

Janet Jackson's CAREER is twice as old as kpop's whole entire EXISTENCE and you're speaking on her?!!??!?!?? https://t.co/JxOyeKKfhX pic.twitter.com/KQNqhxfeoB

— Rae | Taemin is BACK!!! ✨ | SHINee Enthusiast 🧀🦊 (@RavenOnPop) April 17, 2023

Indeed, people were totally shocked that Janet’s performance artistry was being called into question, as she’s definitely made a more-than-solid name for herself with her stage presence.

And just so we’re clear, you’re talking about THIS Janet Jackson? https://t.co/3HRE7cDyGh pic.twitter.com/1dwfBZhtje

— Denzel Williams (@TheeRnBSmooth) April 18, 2023

99.89% OF THEM KPOP GIRLIES CAN'T EVEN BEND RIGHT BUT YOU WANNA TAKE DABS AT JANET JACKSON?!!! https://t.co/Hm97MggQJw pic.twitter.com/fviznYZMhT

— CHANEL (@iamredwluv) April 18, 2023

People defending Jackson also spoke on how, contrary to the initial tweet, she has inspired “hundreds of artists” with her performances, including various K-pop stars.

Now why would you come for Janet Jackson? She has inspired hundreds of artists, including Kpop stars (like Yuri from Girls' Generation who covered this song). She's still dancing to this track almost 30 years later. Kpop idols dream to have the lengthy career she has. https://t.co/PRdqzuD6qn

— Twaix2 (@Twaix21) April 17, 2023

Mind you Janet Jackson has influenced kpop artists like BoA and many other kpop artists for you to say random sht like this pic.twitter.com/0fqHnGlABA https://t.co/42DAtlOO3m

— Nicolas is happy (loading) (@niggaolas) April 18, 2023

In fact, some people went as far as to proclaim, “Without Janet Jackson, there would be no K-pop.” Oop!

without janet jackson there would be no kpop… https://t.co/yEVetH84eT pic.twitter.com/H1JfYb7VpV

— •🎀• (@haeningli) April 17, 2023

your favorite kpop groups would not exist without Janet Jackson and probably won't exist within the next 18 months. do not speak of her.

— kiki's anxiety service (@kdc) April 17, 2023

Your silly little groups wouldn't even exist without Janet Jackson influence https://t.co/8vYcDOdkMn

— 🌈🖤radical rainbow mafioso✊🏿🏳️‍🌈 (@leebbees_ghost) April 18, 2023

Similarly, it was acknowledged that “K-pop was invented off the backs of Black culture.” Additionally, Michael Jackson was also name-dropped as another performer who influenced the genre.

kpop was invented off the backs of black culture — which janet jackson is a part of. there wouldn’t even be no kpop without the influences of michael, janet & many others. kpop Idols can only wish. stop the madness! pic.twitter.com/RMGjZ0zLD3 https://t.co/zhV7ueU3ti

— khalia. | classic hollywood princess🩰🪞 (@VERONASFILMS) April 18, 2023

Janet Jackson is that artist that your faves try so desperately to be. pic.twitter.com/Lyyup3Kh7p https://t.co/5hTBvdeDV3

— greg. (@mistergeezy) April 17, 2023

This stance was supported by a video of Janet Jackson being honored at a K-pop award show in 2018, which signified that she was “recognized as a legend” by some big names within the genre.

THE SAME JANET JACKSON WHO WAS GIVEN THE 2018 MAMA AWARDS INSPIRATION AWARD AT A KPOP AWARD SHOW & RECOGNIZED AS A LEGEND BY YOUR FAVES💅 https://t.co/XNgw7PfhGz pic.twitter.com/zS1bTLLnxW

— JACKSON’S DIRTY SECRET (@Alondra_kpop7) April 18, 2023

Supporters also shared that Janet could “wipe the floor with EASE” with her dance moves compared to K-pop idols’ moves.

she went harder with her brother with scream. that’s level one choreography you’re displaying that janet could wipe the floor with EASE. pic.twitter.com/PYXHXcqSQh https://t.co/13tZfHcGR3

— khalia. | classic hollywood princess🩰🪞 (@VERONASFILMS) April 18, 2023

she’s in her 50’s doing more 💀 https://t.co/G6sNuwEp7N pic.twitter.com/vDFYB2k1sp

— Nick | ❤️❤️ (@EnjoyMissJanet) April 18, 2023

As Janet Jackson continued to trend, fans continued to express their support and push back against the K-pop stan’s negative commentary.

Janet Jackson is trending because a K-pop fan was insulting her moves. Janet is 56 years old, still performing and in her earlier career was an incredible dancer & singer. I loved the Control album, still have the tape.

Her name is "Janet, Miss Jackson if you're nasty". pic.twitter.com/f8m6OuyDjo

— Crafty Miss (@did_40) April 18, 2023

I see my fave is trending again. The fact is Janet Jackson is the blueprint for a reason. No matter how much the youngins and the uninformed try to negate that fact. She is the standard.🤷🏽‍♀️ pic.twitter.com/pAIexEQ2Ln

— LadyTrai (@LadyTrai) April 18, 2023

Seeing why Janet Jackson is trending. Imagine tweeting that with your whole chest and NOT deleting it.

Imagine openly admitting your ignorance to the entire world. Couldn't be me. 😬

— Jasmine (@thewonderladie) April 18, 2023

Roommates, what are your favorite Janet Jackson moments and performances?