Justin Timberlake's releases 'Everything I Thought It Was' calling it a 'return to home'
He's explained why
Last updated 15th Mar 2024
Justin Timberlake's sixth album 'Everything I Thought It Was' has finally arrived, and the singer has described the album as a "return to home", while opening up in a recent video shared on his Instagram.
The singer, whose latest album features his new song 'No Angels', and a collab with *NSYNC called 'Paradise', explained how as he's been travelling for most of his life, "home is really where the heart is".
He went on to explain: "Sonically, it's kind of taking a lot of the sounds that I've incorporated into my albums and pushing them into the future, into one collective body of work. So, I'm excited for you guys to hear it."
On the album's release day, Justin also shared a series of behind-the-scenes photos, telling his fans: 'My sixth studio album Everything I Thought It Was comes out at midnight (ET). This album is a culmination of where I’ve been and where I’m going - and I’m so grateful and nervous and excited to put it out into the world for you all. Thank you for the love, it truly means so much to me 🫶🏻'.
What do the songs sound like on the new album?
Ahead of the release of his album, Justin shared a number of preview clips from his album. Celebrating his 43rd birthday on 31st January, the singer told fans that because it was his birthday, 'nobody could tell him what to do', so he was going to share this clip.
The clip is an interlude from a song, which Justin calls his 'favorite interlude on my new album EITIW'. (sic)
In response to the clip, Timbaland, who teamed up with JT and Nelly Furtado on 'Keep Going Up' last year, wrote: 'Let’s gooooo' (sic) as well as sharing a Happy Birthday gif.
A fan then wrote: 'The JT Interlude is baccckkkkkkk!', (sic), with another saying: 'If this is just a snippet… I can only imagine how great whole album is going to sound like. 🙌 Happy Birthday Justin! 🙌'.
Then, in early March, Justin also previewed the fourth track called 'Play'.
What is Justin Timberlake's new album called?
JT's new album is called 'Everything I Thought It Was', he announced it earlier this year. Justin performed his song 'Selfish' on stage earlier this year, as well as treating fans to a teaser trailer featuring Benicio Del Toro. Justin captioned the video: 'Justin Timberlake Presents: “EVERYTHING I THOUGHT IT WAS” Preface by Benicio Del Toro'.
The trailer showed a model car being pushed along a model desert scene, featuring a service station. Narrated by actor Benicio Del Toro, he says: "What do we have here? Ooh, that's a nice car! Wait, it's a model. Did that say JT? OK that sunset is definitely not real. Ahh, there is Justin... why won't he turnaround? What the f--k is he staring at?"
The trailer then displays the words: 'Everything I thought It Was'.
Justin's sixth studio album 'Everything I Thought It Was' was released on 15th March.
What does EITIW stand for?
Justin first started teasing the acronym EITIW in January, but without further explanation many fans were speculating on Reddit as to what it could mean.
Although it hadn't been confirmed at the time, many people on Reddit suggested it stood for 'Everything I Thought It Was', which was later confirmed in a post.
The first post where Justin used the caption 'EITIW' was posted in January and showed a series of photos with the cryptic caption.
The first photo showed a missing persons poster, upside down, with Justin's name, along with some details and a black square where his face should be.
What is the tracklist for Justin's new album?
Below is the full tracklist for 'Everything I Thought It Was'
- 'Memphis'
- 'F--kin' Up The Disco'
- 'No Angels'
- 'Play'
- 'Technicolor'
- 'Drown'
- 'Liar'
- 'Infinity Sex'
- 'Love & War'
- 'Sanctified'
- 'My Favorite Drug'
- 'Flame'
- 'Imagination'
- 'What Lovers Do'
- 'Selfish'
- 'Alone'
- 'Paradise' featuring *NSYNC
- 'Conditions'
When is Justin Timberlake releasing new music?
Justin has now released his new song called 'No Angels', which is track three of his album. It was released on the same day as his album, 15th March 2024.
Is Justin doing a collab with *NSYNC on his album?
Justin and NSYNC have recorded a song together on his new album. The singer shared a video on TikTok, in response to a fan. The fan wrote: 'Blink twice if *NSYNC is on a song called Paradise'.
In the video, Justin can be seen pulling his sunglasses down over his nose and blinking twice slowly, before pushing his glasses back up his nose.
The band then performed the song on stage, surprising fans at a JT concert.
You can hear songs by Justin Timberlake on Northsound 1.
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.
'Keep Going Up' - Timbaland, Nelly Furtado and Justin Timberlake
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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