Justin Timberlake releases new song 'Selfish'

It's out now!

Justin Timberlake
Author: Anna Sky MagliolaPublished 25th Jan 2024
Last updated 1st Feb 2024

Last week, fans of 'SexyBack' singer Justin Timberlake thought the 42-year-old was teasing new music, and now he's delighted fans by releasing a brilliant new song called 'Selfish'. The singer previously wiped his Instagram account and started to share some cryptic posts, followed by some footage of a one-off gig in his hometown Memphis, where he debuted his new song.

The singer, who hasn't released solo music since 'Man of the Woods' and 'Soulmate' in 2018, dropped his new song on Thursday 25th January at 1pm GMT.

Watch the music video for Justin Timberlake's new song 'Selfish'

Announcing the song's release, Justin shared a video of the track to his Instagram page, along with the caption: 'SELFISH OUT NOW Directed by @bradleyjcalder.'

Justin previously took to his Instagram Stories to announce the exciting news...

Justin Timberlake

The singer, who performed a number of songs at the Orpheum Theatre in Memphis, also premiered his new track 'Selfish'. Justin shared a short clip of the song, along with clips from his stage show at the venue.

When is Justin Timberlake releasing new music?

Justin's new song 'Selfish' is out now, his sixth studio album 'Everything I Thought It Was' will be released on 15th March.

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Take a look through Justin Timberlake's collaborations:

‘Work It’ with Nelly

Released in 2003, this iconic collab saw Justin and Nelly bring us 'Work It', a boppy tune that flew into the UK Top 10 Charts.

‘Signs’ with Snoop Dogg, Charlie Wilson

In 2005, Justin teamed up with Snoop Dogg, Charlie Wilson with 'Signs'. Charting at Number Two in the UK Singles Chart, this tune was a huge hit with fans, and even featured in the film Guess Who, starring Ashton Kutcher and Bernie Mac. In October 2024, the single went Platinum, selling over 600,000 copies.

‘SexyBack’ with Timbaland

2006 saw the beginning of a beautiful and enduring collaborative relationship between Justin and one of his most iconic co-workers to date, with none other than Timbaland on the huge hit 'SexyBack'. The song hit the Number 1 spot in the UK Charts, and became Justin's first Number 1 on the Billboard Hot 100.

‘My Love’ and 'Dead and Gone' with T.I.

That same year, the singer teamed up with American rapper T.I. on 'My Love'. The song peaked at Number Two in the UK Singles Chart, and following such success, the pair joined forces once more in 2009 with 'Dead and Gone'.

‘Until the End of Time’ with Beyoncé

Justin amped up this originally solo song with the gorgeous vocals from Beyoncé. The dreamy song hit high in the UK Charts, gliding into the Billboard Hot 100 as well.

‘Give It to Me’ Nelly Furtado and Timbaland

'Give It to Me' was released back in 2007, thanks to the combined efforts of Justin, Nelly Furtado and Timbaland, who all wrote and featured on the song. The song hit the Number One spot in the UK Singles Chart, as well as the Billboard Hot 100.

‘Ayo Technology’ with 50 Cent

Also in 2007, the star collaborated with 50 Cent on the huge song 'Ayo Technology'. The tune proved a hit with fans, peaking at Number 2 in the UK Singles Chart.

‘Follow My Lead’ with Esmée Denters

Justin collaborated with YouTube superstar Esmée Denters in 2008 with 'Follow My Lead' and again in 2010 with 'Love Dealer'. Esmée has teamed up with other stars in the past, such as Chipmunk and Shaun Reynolds.

‘4 Minutes’ with Madonna and Timbaland

And who can forget the iconic '4 Minutes', featuring vocals from Justin, Madonna and Timbaland. The song flew to the Number 1 spot in the UK Charts, staying there for an impressive four weeks.

‘Hole in my Head’ and ‘Rehab’ with Rihanna

2009 saw the singer pair up with global superstar Rihanna, providing us with the two huge tunes 'Hole in my Head' and 'Rehab'.

‘Love Sex Magic’ and ‘G is for Girl (A-Z)’ with Ciara

These two teamed up for the catchy 'Love Sex Magic' in 2009, as well as the popular 'G is for Girl (A-Z)'. Justin and Ciara peaked at Number 5 in the UK Charts, hitting the Top 10 in the US.

‘Suit & Tie’ and ‘Holy Grail’ with Jay-Z

2009 also welcomed a collaboration between Justin and Jay-Z with 'Suit & Tie' and 'Holy Grail'. Both songs hit the UK Top 10, and have gained the pair several awards.

‘Brand New’ with Pharrell Williams

Justin and Pharrell Williams hit us with the boppy 'Brand New' in 2014. Pharrell has worked with some huge names in his time, including Britney Spears, Robin Thicke and Ariana Grande (to name a few).

‘Say Something’ with Chris Stapleton

This huge tune was gifted to us all in 2018 through a killer collaboration between Justin and Chris Stapleton. The song hit the Top 10 in both UK and US Charts.

‘Morning Light’ with Alicia Keys

In 2018 Justin teamed up with megastar Alicia Keys, with the melodic love song 'Morning Light'. The 'Girl On Fire' singer is known for some other huge collaborations, including 'Empire State of Mind' with Jay-Z and 'My Boo' with Usher.

'Stay With Me' - Calvin Harris featuring Justin Timberlake, Halsey & Pharrell

Justin appeared on Calvin Harris' sixth album 'Funk Wav Bounces Vol. 2' in 2022, lending his vocals and songwriting skills to 'Stay With Me' along with Halsey and Pharrell Williams, which hit the Top 10 in the UK and was certified Silver.


Watch the music video on YouTube.

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Justin Timberlake, Nelly Furtado and Timbaland released their new single 'Keep Going Up' on 1st September. This is the first time the three artists have collaborated since 2007.

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