After a Korean popular music (aka K-pop) fan took aim at the legendary Ms. Janet Jackson, Twitter rushed to her defense and set the record straight!
#1
The Commentary That Sparked Twitter User's Reactions
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.
https://twitter.com/iwantaxiong/status/1647874055389708289?s=20
https://twitter.com/iwantaxiong/status/1648252922587668480?s=20
#2
Twitter Users Promptly Defended Janet Jackson's Honor
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
— moved check 📌 (@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
— Standing on Rizzness | SHINee Enthusiast | 🧀 (@RavenOnPop) April 17, 2023
#3
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
— ♦️✨ (@iamredwluv) April 18, 2023
#4
Twitter Users Pointed Out That Janet Jackson Has Inspired "Hundreds Of Artists"
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.
https://twitter.com/Twaix21/status/1648063177874198536?s=20
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 (@niggaolas) April 18, 2023
#5
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
https://twitter.com/leebbees_ghost/status/1648320641098035201?s=20
#6
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.
https://twitter.com/VERONASFILMS/status/1648170990717771776?s=20
https://twitter.com/mistergeezy/status/1648071719582613506?s=20
#7
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 Dopamine💞 (@DPR_ALLIEG7) April 18, 2023
#8
Supporters also shared that Janet could “wipe the floor with EASE” with her dance moves compared to K-pop idols’ moves.
https://twitter.com/VERONASFILMS/status/1648304612263305217?s=20
she’s in her 50’s doing more 💀 https://t.co/G6sNuwEp7N pic.twitter.com/vDFYB2k1sp
— Nick | ❤️❤️ (@EnjoyMissJanet) April 18, 2023
#9
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 (@CraftyMissB) 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?
