American singer and songwriter Janet Jackson has released fifty-two music videos, in addition to eight video albums and two concert tour videos. Upon the debut of Control, she became a dominant figure in entertainment, establishing herself as one of the pioneers of the video era. Her videography is considered among the most influential in popular culture by critics, who have lauded their elaborate sets, intricate dance routines, fashion, and meticulous detail. Her story-telling videos display various concepts, ranging from large production pieces to socially conscious themes and controversial depictions of intimacy. Throughout her work, Jackson was a preeminent influence in establishing the art of performance and choreography within music video. Her videos have been described as the entertainment industry's highest standard, which Rolling Stone observed to create templates for numerous artists. VH1 ranked her among the greatest women in music video, while MTV honored her with the Video Vanguard Award and inaugural Icon tribute for her impact within entertainment. Jackson's music videos have collectively won numerous accolades, such as Grammy Awards for Best Long and Short Form videos, MTV Japan's "Inspiration Award", and Billboard Awards' "Music Video Award for Artistic Achievement". Her early videos, such as "Nasty", "The Pleasure Principle", and "Alright", became iconic for their intense choreography and locale. "Rhythm Nation" has been thought to portray the most influential choreography and setting in a music video by multiple critics, achieving legendary status. "Love Will Never Do (Without You)" unveiled Jackson's physical evolution to adulthood, while "If" showcased its famous dance routine, interracial lust, and futuristic technology. Other notable videos include the spiritual theme of "Together Again" and aquatic scenery in "Every Time". Videos such as "All for You" and "Feedback" have also influenced a diverse array of artists. Jackson has multiple videos ranked among the most expensive of all-time, which include "Doesn't Really Matter" and "Scream", the most expensive in history. Background The video for Jackson's song "What Have You Done For Me Lately" catapulted her into "megastar status", while "Nasty" was declared "a feminist film theorist's programmatic deconstruction of the male gaze". "Control" depicted a stage performance, as she portrayed what would later become her signature moves. "Let's Wait Awhile" marked the directorial debut of Dominic Sena, whose collaborations with Jackson lead him to direct films starring Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie. "Miss You Much" became notorious for its industrial setting and iconic chair routine, which Glenn Gamboa