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The Web site listed above, devoted to all things Janet Jackson, is by no means unique. In fact, it lists more than 200 links to similar pages, testifying not only to the popularity of the singer (who performs Friday and Saturday at the Rosemont Horizon) but to the new role played by the Internet in connecting devoted fans. Here are several unedited entries from the site’s “guest book”:
– Janet!!!! Girl, I love you. I have followed you ever since you was on the show, Good Times. I have all of your albums You are so fine, that I am going to name my daughter after you!!!! YOU GO GIRL!!!!!!!!!!!
– Janet keep being yourself. As long as you keep being real to yourself and your fans than your fame will last forever. I adore your music. My mother loves you. God Bless and Keep Livin’. You give me inspiration.
– Janet, I think you’re a beautiful person inside and out and I Just want to commend you on your accomplishments in the past and present. I’m only 16 and every since you came out with Rhythem Nation and Escapade, I instantly fell in love with your voice and I had my mother play your song continuously. In many ways I look up to you as to your beauty and free spirit and I just want you to know that your doing a wonderful job and to keep giving it your all because it’s really paying off!!!
– Dear janet I think your album is wonderful. it has showed me A way though life. When I thought there was no way for me to surive.
– Janet u rock. u r the mother of all people that rock. i have all your CDs. u r my all-time favorite artist.
– Janet i really love your music you are the best i give you mad props
– Janet Jackson, I have admired you since a teen. Mostly because people say I look just like you when you were younger on “Good Times.” You are very encouraging to us Black females in the world, and I commend you for all of your accomplishments. Through your endeavors you have given me strength to know that I too can be a successful black female in this world full of turmoil, racism, discrimination, and hate. Thanks a lot for your attitude and spirit in all situations. You truly are my inspiration.
– Love the Velvet Rope and all of the others before this masterpiece. Congratulations on realizing who you are and what you want. It takes time, but there is a saying that all good things come in time. If you want proof of this rather old cliche, just take a good look into a mirror. I will always be a fan of yours. First of your heart and mind and then, of course, of your music.
