Janet Jackson Inducted Into GRAMMY Hall of Fame, Declares ‘Rhythm Nation’ Is Still Alive

Janet Jackson has officially been inducted into the GRAMMY Hall of Fame, and she made it loud and clear that the ‘Rhythm Nation’ is still alive and well.

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The Pop icon made a rare appearance as her groundbreaking album ‘Rhythm Nation 1814’ received the prestigious honor.

At that moment, Janet reflected on the album’s lasting impact and why its message still matters today.

She shared:

“I don’t see Rhythm Nation as a phenomenon that lives in the past; I believe it’s alive and well in 2026,” Janet shared. “Rhythm Nation still resonates on a deep and profound level. It’s an ongoing force that fights bigotry and promotes understanding. It cannot be stopped, it’s simply too strong and too positive.”

She continued by calling it “a movement of people of all ages and backgrounds seeking to give and receive love free of judgment.”

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The appearance also marks one of the first times fans have seen Janet out in recent months after she notably skipped events surrounding the ‘Michael’ biopic.

Still, it’s great to see the legend moving on her own terms and being celebrated for an album that continues to shape culture decades later.