Damita Jo
by Janet Jackson
  • Record Label: Virgin
  • Release Date: Mar 30, 2004
User Score
6.3

Generally favorable reviews- based on 120 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 70 out of 120
  2. Mixed: 18 out of 120
  3. Negative: 32 out of 120

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  1. mrdamitajosameasabove
    Apr 20, 2004
    10
    This is by far one of her best albums yet. I have no ideal what you all are listening too, but the album is off the map and that actually means excellent
  2. Yolanda
    May 4, 2004
    10
    This CD is excellent please support our sister Janet. Everybody supported R Kelly, and we all know he was the one who did it. Everybody in this life wants to be forgiven for something they did, hey give Janet a chance guys, please purchase her CD. Thankx!
  3. GaizekaM
    Jun 3, 2004
    10
    Its top of the best. I like it very much. Keep it up lady.
  4. aaliyahj
    Sep 24, 2004
    10
    THIS IS THE BEST CD
  5. JonisH
    Mar 29, 2004
    10
    Those reviews are ridiculous! this is one of Janet's best albums to date. THANK god for Janet's "thin, wispy voice", our ears need a break from those screamers and yellers. The Album is SUPERB!
  6. markyj
    Apr 26, 2004
    10
    This is one of Janet's best efforts yet. Dripping with sexuality and her unique way of telling a story. This is one of the best cd's of the year
  7. KendraN
    Apr 4, 2004
    10
    I love this album! I can listen to the whole thing and love every second! Go Janet!
  8. megant
    Jun 3, 2004
    10
    i love her song all nite (dont stop) everytime it comes on i just have to get up and sing and dance to it
  9. nikki
    Jun 5, 2004
    10
    I love this album, I love every song! This is Janet's best album!
  10. ElleC
    Mar 28, 2004
    10
    An incredible album that puts the likes of Beyonce, Britney and Madonna to shame. Janet proves that she is the Queen of Pop with this one. Buy it now!!!
  11. JamieB
    Mar 29, 2004
    10
    I have to say this album grows on you very quickly. I've had it a week now and love it more and more everyday. Favorite trax are: SloLove (amazingly frothy club number), Thinkin' Bout My Ex (Babyface's best work in years!), Island Life (soulful jam), R&B Junkie (a sure-fire dancefloor hit) and I Want You (great 70's throwback)...Even with Janet's limited vocal I have to say this album grows on you very quickly. I've had it a week now and love it more and more everyday. Favorite trax are: SloLove (amazingly frothy club number), Thinkin' Bout My Ex (Babyface's best work in years!), Island Life (soulful jam), R&B Junkie (a sure-fire dancefloor hit) and I Want You (great 70's throwback)...Even with Janet's limited vocal ability (very pretty voice, not the most powerful on the block), she and her producers know exactly how to squeeze the most bang out of it. She has some of the best vocal arrangements (and unlike Britney and J-Lo, who disguise their severely limited voices by burying them in powerful back up singers), janet sings all her own backgrounds too. The result if pure, sweet magic...Wonderful album. Her best in years...… Expand
  12. rickmartin
    Mar 30, 2004
    10
    THere are so many good songs on this album. Although janet cant hit those high notes, she really doesnt need to. She is a superstar for a reason. She is an all around entertainer that knows how to make a great album. Strawberry Bounce, All NIte and especially My Baby shows Janet was the first to incorporate amazing hooks and choruses. Ashanti, Beyonce cant compete with the creative power THere are so many good songs on this album. Although janet cant hit those high notes, she really doesnt need to. She is a superstar for a reason. She is an all around entertainer that knows how to make a great album. Strawberry Bounce, All NIte and especially My Baby shows Janet was the first to incorporate amazing hooks and choruses. Ashanti, Beyonce cant compete with the creative power of a SUPERSTAR. Slo Love and like you dont love me R&B junkie Truly and spending time are worth a listen aswell… Expand
  13. NseE
    Apr 11, 2004
    10
    This is a fantastic cd, surpassed only by 'Control' and 'The velevt rope'. The retro sounding 'I want you' is excellent. The club anthems 'All night (don't stop)', 'R&B Junkie' and 'Slolove' will get your feet moving. The title track is a hybrid of hip hop and R&B. 'Sexhibition' is a clever Prince style number with This is a fantastic cd, surpassed only by 'Control' and 'The velevt rope'. The retro sounding 'I want you' is excellent. The club anthems 'All night (don't stop)', 'R&B Junkie' and 'Slolove' will get your feet moving. The title track is a hybrid of hip hop and R&B. 'Sexhibition' is a clever Prince style number with faint lashings of rock guitar streaming through. 'Spending time with you' sounds uncanilly like brother Michael's 'Butterflies'. 'Moist' is a beautiful ballad. 'My baby' with Kanye West's rapping flowing seamlessly with Janet's singing is another standout. The rock laced, bouncy 'Just a little while' is highly infectious. Forget what most critics are saying, this is an excellent showcase of Ms Jackson's talent. Another winner.… Expand
  14. GilbertC
    Apr 4, 2004
    10
    This album is a pure 10! Janet is one of the best of our time and the media needs to leave her alone, no one gave Madonna this much flack during her "sex" book times when she was running the streets buck naked. I feel like the critics aren't giving Janet's new album a chance because of the Supper Bowl, but if you listen to the album you will know that it is HOT!! One of the This album is a pure 10! Janet is one of the best of our time and the media needs to leave her alone, no one gave Madonna this much flack during her "sex" book times when she was running the streets buck naked. I feel like the critics aren't giving Janet's new album a chance because of the Supper Bowl, but if you listen to the album you will know that it is HOT!! One of the best!! With hot club songs, sensual songs, bubbly pop hits, and some great ballads. Quit hatting on Janet, her new album ROCKS!!!… Expand
  15. brunellk
    Jun 17, 2004
    10
    dont hate. just a little while, sexabition, and spending time is worth the money alone
  16. Renee
    Jul 19, 2004
    10
    How does she do it? Janet has done it again with Damita Jo. Janet has once again released an album that you can listen to from beginning to end
  17. Biggs
    Sep 14, 2004
    10
    Well crafted CD. Janet, Jam, and Lewis have done it again with help from a few others. Janet is a pleasure to listen to. You can feel her energy and space that she is in, LOVE.
  18. janetmariahwhitneymadonnadiva
    Mar 28, 2004
    10
    perfect 10 album! superbowl aside, ms. jackson created the perfect summer cd! go ms. janet
  19. JayV
    Mar 28, 2004
    10
    those critics that have bashed this cd are not evebn paying attention to the music. The superbowl is irrelevant to thw music. THIS IS JANETS BEST CD TO DATE. A true masterpiece.
  20. ZaneH
    Mar 28, 2004
    10
    AMAZING
  21. algiet
    Mar 28, 2004
    10
    this cd is hot man.janet is straight r & b and i love it.america overreacted about the halftime show to begin with.janet shows on this cd that she is on top of her game.take a seat britney,ashanti and beyonce because the queen of pop is back with grooves to keep your head bobbing whenever you pop the cd in your cd player
  22. CurtisB
    Mar 31, 2004
    10
    I would love to give it a 20. I've been a Janet fan for a long time, and I have to say that this is her best cd to date. This is also the most mellow cd, that she has made. It has a late 80's early 90's feel to it. The kind of music that makes you feel good, and if you you want to get close to your special person, she has that to. I can listen to this cd over and over I would love to give it a 20. I've been a Janet fan for a long time, and I have to say that this is her best cd to date. This is also the most mellow cd, that she has made. It has a late 80's early 90's feel to it. The kind of music that makes you feel good, and if you you want to get close to your special person, she has that to. I can listen to this cd over and over again. (and I have). Do your thing GIRL!!! … Expand
  23. PhillipW
    Mar 31, 2004
    10
    DAMN, Janet did it again. This album reminds me of the more soulful and sentual Janet that I remember for the 1993 album Janet. Keep doing you thing Ms. Jackson
  24. NISHNISHF
    May 13, 2004
    10
    Point Blank This CD is tyte!
  25. ChonteJ
    Apr 19, 2005
    10
    this is the cd of the year
  26. JayB
    Aug 14, 2005
    10
    Janet continues to do what she does best. Damita Jo showcases Janets ever increasing self awareness, while also containing the many sweet R&B tracks that has made her such a success. One of 2004's best R&B albums!
  27. ParadiseReviews
    Jul 25, 2017
    10
    Janet Jackson shows herself confident enough to present her entire sensual soul on this incredible album. One of the best productions of R&B. Would have been acclaimed were it not for critical hypocrisy at a critical time in Jackson's career.
  28. daebu_char
    Oct 10, 2020
    10
    A fascinating insight into the psyche of one of the most intriguing and enigmatic Pop stars in history; "Damita Jo" explores the multifacetedness of human beings, and more specifically--the complexity and emotional depth of a woman. To me, this record is feminism 101 done masterfully well, and the journey Miss Jackson takes you on in the sixteen songs that comprise this record (twenty-twoA fascinating insight into the psyche of one of the most intriguing and enigmatic Pop stars in history; "Damita Jo" explores the multifacetedness of human beings, and more specifically--the complexity and emotional depth of a woman. To me, this record is feminism 101 done masterfully well, and the journey Miss Jackson takes you on in the sixteen songs that comprise this record (twenty-two with interludes and twenty-four if you count the Japanese bonus tracks) as she progressively guides you through the many different personalities that make up Janet 'Damita Jo' Jackson' is one of the most memorable and life-changing I've ever witnessed. What I love the most about this record besides the music (obviously) is the way Janet sets up a unique and intimate connection with the listener using the many interludes... this is not a new thing as any Janet fan would know, but she's more open and confidential this time around which I thought was refreshing for someone so notoriously guarded & private. And yet, the little tidbits she shares with us are delivered in a somewhat cryptic, but beautifully poetic manner. This album is the type of record you can always put on and let it play from start to finish. There's every mood, every color, every personality trait. Damita Jo is a masterpiece. A very obvious 10/10.… Expand
  29. coolmattsinegar
    May 3, 2023
    10
    Matthew Alexander "Matt" Sinegar [SIN-NA-GAR] (An EXTREMELY Mature & EXTREMELY Heterosexual (Straight) African-American/Black Man): Damita Jo (2004) Is Literally Always One Of My All-Time Favorite R&B Albums.
  30. AshleyS
    Mar 29, 2004
    9
    This would be a very good come back for Janet Jackson.
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Metascore
53

Mixed or average reviews - based on 13 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 5 out of 13
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 13
  3. Negative: 2 out of 13
  1. E! Online
    83
    Strong and sensual.
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  2. AllMusic
    40
    Without strong rhythmic or melodic hooks, the album's slow grooves blend together and Jackson disappears into the productions.
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  3. Billboard
    60
    At 22 tracks, "Damita Jo" has its fair share of hits and misses.
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