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Justified

Justin Timberlake · 2002

67 min · 14 tracks · contemporary R&B · electropop · neo soul

A sultry blend of contemporary R&B and electropop that showcases Timberlake's smooth vocals and innovative production.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • sultry evening vibes
  • smooth background ambiance
  • dynamic emotional journeys
  • long, immersive listening sessions

Where this album fits

Themes
post-boy band identity· betrayal and heartbreak· flirtatious encounters
Career context
Released on November 5, 2002, 'Justified' was Justin Timberlake's debut solo album after leaving *NSYNC, transitioning him into a successful solo artist. The album marked a significant shift in his career, moving from boy band fame to establishing his own identity in the music industry.
Stylistic neighbors
Usher· Bruno Mars· The Weeknd
Sounds like this from elsewhere
Confessions by Usher — Shares themes of heartbreak and personal growth with a similarly smooth R&B production style.
In My Own Words by Ne-Yo — Features sleek electropop and R&B vibes, exploring relationships and emotional vulnerability.
Songs About Jane by Maroon 5 — Combines pop and R&B influences with lyrics about love and heartache, creating a similar sonic atmosphere.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Señorita 4:54
  • 2 Like I Love You 4:43
  • 3 (Oh No) What You Got 4:31
  • 4 Take It From Here 6:14
  • 5 Cry Me a River 4:48
  • 6 Rock Your Body 4:27
  • 7 Nothin’ Else 4:58
  • 8 Last Night 4:47
  • 9 Still on My Brain 4:35
  • 10 (And She Said) Take Me Now 5:31
  • 11 Right for Me 4:29
  • 12 Let’s Take a Ride 4:44
  • 13 Never Again 4:34
  • 14 Worthy Of 4:09

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