Janet Jackson is the self-titled debut album by American recording artist Janet Jackson, released on September 21, 1982 by A&M Records. Jackson's career as a recording artist was established by her father and manager Joseph Jackson, who arranged her recording contract with A&M Records.
Janet Jackson debuted at number 6 on the Billboard Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums and #63 on the Billboard 200.
The albums' lead single "Young Love" peaked at number six on the Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart and #64 on the...