With the upcoming single “Selfish,” Justin Timberlake teases his first new music in six years

Justin Timberlake, the 42-year-old singer, has made a long-awaited return to the music scene by teasing his upcoming single “Selfish,” which is set to be his first new music as a solo artist in six years.

The single was unveiled during a performance at the Orpheum Theater in his hometown of Memphis on January 19, where he also shared a trailer for what appears to be his sixth studio album, titled “Everything I Thought It Was.” The song and the album trailer have sparked excitement among fans, hinting at a new musical era for the pop star.

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The Return of Justin Timberlake

Timberlake’s last album, “Man of the Woods,” was released in 2018, making this upcoming release a highly anticipated event for his fans. The announcement of the new single and album has come after a period of speculation, with the artist’s social media activity and cryptic posts fueling anticipation for his return to the music scene.

Debut of “Selfish” and Album Teaser

During his performance in Memphis, Timberlake surprised the audience by performing “Selfish,” a song that seems to touch on the theme of jealousy in a relationship. The release of the single was accompanied by a trailer for the album, “Everything I Thought It Was,” featuring narration from actor Benicio Del Toro. This has set the stage for what promises to be an exciting new chapter in Timberlake’s musical career.

With the upcoming single "Selfish," Justin Timberlake teases his first new music in six years

Collaborators and Production

Timberlake’s frequent collaborator and producer, Timbaland, had previously hinted at the singer’s plans to release a new album in 2024. With the debut of “Selfish” and the teaser for “Everything I Thought It Was,” it seems that the artist is ready to make his mark on the music industry once again, much to the delight of his dedicated fan base.

The release of “Selfish” and the teaser for “Everything I Thought It Was” have generated significant buzz, and fans are eagerly awaiting further details about the new single and the upcoming album. Timberlake’s return to the music scene is shaping up to be a major event, and it will be interesting to see the direction his music takes with this highly anticipated new release.

Justin Timberlake teases his first new music in six years

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