Justin Timberlake is a singer-songwriter who has gained a lot of success and recognition in the music industry. In addition to being known as an energetic entertainer, Justin has appeared and also hosted many TV shows, movies, and music videos, appropriately silencing critics that his career is best left in one swoop. He will forever be known as one of the lead singers of the popular boy group ‘N Sync. In fact, most people who recognize him today still see him as the young performer who leads the famous vocal harmony group. Though it wouldn’t be too embarrassing to see fans asking for his autograph on the back of CD covers from his ‘N Sync days. Seeing Justin Timberlake shirtless always sparks memories in the minds of avid fans of his boy band days.
Actually, her first attempts at a singing career were on the rising star search reality show, Star Search. Justin sang like Justin Randall and used country songs as material. Even at a tender age, you can already see the potential in the young singer. Justin Timberlake was also in the cast of The Mickey Mouse Club in 1993. In the same cast were a few people who would eventually play a part in his life: pop superstar Britney Spears, future tour partner Christina Aguilera, and future partner JC Chasez band. Although the show ended in 1994, Justin got JC to be part of an all-male vocal group that was put together by manager Lou Pearlman. This group eventually became what we know as ‘N Sync.
Problems with the current direction and management of the band caused Timberlake to pursue a solo career. He released his debut solo album in 2002 titled “Justified” which sold around 7 million copies worldwide. Fans were now able to see Justin sing and perform with the familiar accompaniment provided by his former bandmates. By 2006, he had already released a second album with the hit singles “My Love” and “Sexyback” in the US. By early 2008, Timberlake’s second release “FutureSex/LoveSounds” had already sold over 8, 6 million copies worldwide. .
Justin garnered a lot of attention, especially the Superbowl incident where Justin, in part of his performance with Janet Jackson, ripped off part of Janet’s costume as a cue for a line in the song. In the process, however, he showed off part of Jackson’s breast, exposing her part to millions of viewers both in attendance and at home. Surely, it wouldn’t garner the same attention if all viewers saw was Justin Timberlake shirtless. However, the two artists were banned from appearing to apologize for their actions. Justin Timberlake apologized moments before accepting the 2004 Grammy Awards for Best Pop Vocal Album for Justified and Best Male Pop Vocal Performance for “Cry Me a River,” along with Best Rap Collaboration/Song for “Where is the Love” with The Black. Eyed Peas.
With the current flow of his life and career, Justin Timberlake has a lot going on. Even with movie appearances, Timberlake says he will focus more on his singing career. After all, his career is stable as a singer, songwriter and performer, the other things like hosting and cameos are nice additions but they can’t be compared to singing.