What does Work It sound like?

Funky beats and playful lyrics create a vibrant, danceable atmosphere that captures the early 2000s pop and R&B fusion. Rooted in contemporary R&B and electropop. Start with "Work It (album version Explicit)".

Is Work It a good place to start with Justin Timberlake?

Yes, Work It is recommended as a starting point for new Justin Timberlake listeners. Funky beats and playful lyrics create a vibrant, danceable atmosphere that captures the early 2000s pop and R&B fusion. When 'Work It' was released in March 2003, Justin Timberlake was establishing himself as a solo artist following his departure from NSYNC. This album marked his transition from boy band fame to a successful solo career, building on the momentum of his debut album, 'Justified', which had come out a few months prior.

Work It works well if you're into fragmented listening for quick bursts, party-friendly remixes to energize and dance floor anthems for fun.

How many songs are on Work It?

Work It has 5 tracks, running approximately 24 minutes.

Work It

Justin Timberlake · 2003

24 min · 5 tracks · contemporary R&B

Funky beats and playful lyrics create a vibrant, danceable atmosphere that captures the early 2000s pop and R&B fusion.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Work It (album version Explicit) Start here — This track showcases Timberlake's signature blend of catchy hooks and smooth R&B vocals, setting the tone for the album's playful energy.
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Air Force Ones (album version Explicit) — Featuring a collaboration with prominent rappers, this track exemplifies the era's hip-hop crossover influences in pop music while highlighting Timberlake's versatility.
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Work It (DJ Swamp remix) — The remix adds an experimental edge to the original track, demonstrating Timberlake's willingness to explore different sounds and styles within his work.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

fragmented listening for quick bursts
party-friendly remixes to energize
dance floor anthems for fun
varied interpretations of one track

Maybe skip if you

seeking long, cohesive experiences
prefer single tracks over remixes

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Breakthrough — Established Timberlake's solo career after NSYNC, gaining wider recognition.
Themes: early 2000s pop· dance floor flirtation· R&B crossover appeal
Career context: When 'Work It' was released in March 2003, Justin Timberlake was establishing himself as a solo artist following his departure from NSYNC. This album marked his transition from boy band fame to a successful solo career, building on the momentum of his debut album, 'Justified', which had come out a few months prior.
Stylistic neighbors: Usher· Bruno Mars· The Weeknd