Let's Wait Awhile
Janet Jackson · Best: International Edition [2009]
There's something I think that you should know
It's not that I shouldn't really love you
Let's take it slow
When we get to know each other
And we're both feeling much stronger
Then let's try to talk it over
Let's wait awhile longer
Let's wait awhile before it's too late
Let's wait awhile before we go too far
Remember that special night
When all of the stars where shining bright
We made our first endeavor
To stay together
Remember our very first promise
To love, to share, and be real honest
But on that very first night
It wasn't quite right
Let's wait awhile before it's too late
Let's wait awhile, our love will be there
Let's wait awhile before we go too far
I didn't really know not to let all my feelings show
To save some for later so our love can be greater
You said you would always love me
Remember I said the same thing too
You don't have to be frightened with my love
Because I'll never give up on you
Let's wait awhile, awhile before it's too late
You know you can't rush love
Let's just take our time
With love so good, we shouldn't rush it
We need to slow it down
Let's Wait Awhile
Janet Jackson's "Let's Wait Awhile" stands as a defining anthem of the mid-1990s R&B and pop landscape, originally released on her landmark album Control. The track showcases her signature vocal prowess, blending soulful delivery with a rhythmic, dance-oriented production that became a staple of the era's club and radio formats. As a centerpiece of her discography, the song exemplifies her ability to merge personal vulnerability with high-energy performance, influencing a generation of artists who sought to redefine the boundaries of female pop expression. Its enduring popularity underscores its status as a cultural touchstone, frequently revisited in compilations and celebrated for its timeless appeal within the broader context of Jackson's artistic evolution.

