Janet Jackson has humorously requested a radio host to stop asking her questions during a recent interview. The conversation took place on Heart Evenings with Dev Griffin, which aired on Wednesday, and the pop legend candidly expressed her discomfort with interviews.
Janet Jackson’s Candid Response
When asked if she was weary of answering repetitive questions, Janet Jackson responded honestly, saying, “I don’t mean to be rude, but I have to be honest with you. Please stop asking me questions… I’ve never thought I give a good interview. I really don’t like speaking, so I’d rather stay quiet and listen to other people talk, and that’s always been me.” She concluded the interview with a playful remark, “Don’t ask me questions…. Are we finished?”
Despite her reluctance to engage in interviews, Janet Jackson did share insights into her inspiration and motivations for pursuing a career in music.
Inspiration Behind Janet Jackson’s Music Career
During the interview, Janet revealed how her family and iconic artists influenced her decision to enter the music industry. “I have to exclude family because obviously that spoke to me first, seeing my brothers, my sisters, my cousin Stevie (Wonder) – seeing him perform was a huge inspiration,” the 58-year-old singer explained.
She continued, “My brothers would often take me with them when they would go to concerts, and I remember seeing Earth, Wind & Fire as a kid – just unforgettable. I’ll never forget that. Really blew me away, the musicianship, and then the body of work. I absolutely loved it.”
Janet also recalled seeing Prince perform in her early twenties, noting, “He did some songs that I wasn’t that familiar with and didn’t do songs that I was familiar with, and I thought, ‘If I ever perform on this level, I don’t want to do that. I want to at least do songs that people are familiar with, for sure.'”
Janet Jackson’s Together Again Tour
Janet Jackson is currently on her Together Again tour, which continues across North America. Despite her aversion to interviews, she remains a prominent figure in the music industry, captivating audiences with her performances.
Tour Dates and Tickets:
- July 21, 2024: Orlando, Amway Center – Buy Tickets
- July 22, 2024: Atlanta, State Farm Arena – Buy Tickets
- July 24, 2024: New Orleans, Smoothie King Center – Buy Tickets
- July 26, 2024: Fort Worth, Dickies Arena – Buy Tickets
- July 27, 2024: Oklahoma City, Chesapeake Energy Arena – Buy Tickets
- July 28, 2024: Austin, Moody Center ATX – Buy Tickets
- July 31, 2024: Phoenix, Talking Stick Resort Arena – Buy Tickets
- September 27, 2024: Birmingham, Arena Birmingham – Buy Tickets
- September 28, 2024: London, The O2 – Buy Tickets
- September 29, 2024: London, The O2 – Buy Tickets
- September 30, 2024: Glasgow, The SSE Hydro – Buy Tickets
- October 1, 2024: Manchester, Co-op Live – Buy Tickets
FAQ
Q: Why did Janet Jackson request to stop being asked questions during the interview?
A: Janet Jackson expressed that she does not enjoy speaking and prefers to stay quiet rather than participate in interviews, stating, “I’ve never thought I give a good interview.”
Q: What inspired Janet Jackson to pursue a music career?
A: Janet Jackson was inspired by her family members, such as her brothers, sisters, and cousin Stevie Wonder, as well as by iconic artists like Earth, Wind & Fire and Prince.
Q: What is the focus of Janet Jackson’s current tour?
A: Janet Jackson is currently on her Together Again tour, performing across North America and the UK.
Q: When will Janet Jackson’s tour stop in the UK?
A: Janet Jackson’s tour will visit the UK from September 27 to October 1, 2024, with performances in Birmingham, London, Glasgow, and Manchester.
For more details on Janet Jackson’s tour and ticket information, check her official website and authorized ticket vendors.
