Conversation so far:
What was the relation between Janet and Control?
They set out to achieve crossover pop appeal, while also creating a strong foundation within the urban market.
Which other names were worth mentioning in this movement?
The album shot to No.
1 on the Billboard 200, and was certified fivefold platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA).

Question: What was the control about?
Self-contained rewrite: What was the Janet Jackson album Control about?