As much as we us some Janet Jackson, there’s no denying her love for backing tracks. ‘Allowed’ by most because of her high-octane routines, the youngest of the Jackson clan was left red faced recently after her career long practice came back to bite her in her derriere.

For when performing ‘That’s The Way Love Goes’ on the New Jersey stop of  her ‘Number Ones: Up, Close, & Personal Tour’, the whole shabang was thrown off when the 45 year old’s pre-recorded vocal failed to kick in on cue. The result? See for yourself after the jump…

Great to see Ms. Jackson handle the situation like the seasoned pro she is. That said, someone’s clearly getting fired!

For real, though, lipping slower numbers too? Not the business. Janet can actually hold her own vocally (she’s no powerhouse, but her control is solid). It’s high time she let the masses (and herself) know it. For, if a chart comeback is on the agenda, today’s audience aren’t here for wholly lip-synced performances (unless, of course, you’re Britney Spears).