Janet Jackson Features BE:FIRST “Doesn’t Really Matter (Remix)”
Japanese boy group, BE:FIRST is featured on global music icon Janet Jackson’s newest single, “Doesn’t Really Matter (Remix)” available now on all major streaming platforms.. The single marks Janet Jackson’s first collaboration with an Asian artist in more than a decade, underscoring her love for Japan and her appreciation for one of the world’s most influential cultural landscapes.
“Doesn’t Really Matter (Remix)” is a collaborative reimagining of the Billboard Hot 100 No. 1 Hit, “Doesn’t Really Matter”. The collaboration originated as an official project proposed by Janet Jackson’s team and was recorded in Japan during Janet Jackson’s visit in April 2026. The single features a bilingual blend of English and Japanese vocals, showing the global appeal of both artists. “Doesn’t Really Matter (Remix)” represents a unique meeting of legacy and innovation, pairing one of the most influential artists in modern music history with one of Japan’s most exciting next-generation acts.
Further celebrating the release, Janet Jackson and BE:FIRST will perform “Doesn’t Really Matter (Remix)” together live for the first time on June 14 at K-Arena Yokohama as part of JANET JACKSON JAPAN 2026. The special collaboration performance, taking place before an audience of approximately 20,000 fans, will serve as an exclusive highlight of the tour and a rare moment of musical history.
As one of pop music’s most enduring and influential figures, Janet Jackson has sold more than 160 million records worldwide and remains a cultural force whose impact continues to shape artists across generations. BE:FIRST, meanwhile, has emerged as one of Japan’s most successful global music exports, earning widespread acclaim for their dynamic fusion of vocal performance, dance, rap, and artistic creativity.
The release of “Doesn’t Really Matter (Remix)” marks a powerful intersection of past and future, celebrating the enduring influence of a global classic while introducing it to a new era of listeners.