"Saturday Night Live" Musical Guest Justin Timberlake Performs Two New Songs from Upcoming Album
Justin Timberlake returned to Saturday Night Live on January 27 as the musical guest and performed two new songs from his upcoming album.
Justin Timberlake's Return to SNL
Justin Timberlake made his return to Saturday Night Live on January 27 as the musical guest. Timberlake, who has previously appeared on SNL as both a host and musical guest, delivered a memorable performance.
During his fifth appearance on the show as a solo artist, Timberlake showcased his soulful vocals and entertained the audience with his musical talent.
Accompanied by host Dakota Johnson, Timberlake sang two new songs from his upcoming album, giving viewers a taste of what to expect from his latest musical project.
First Song: "Selfish"
Timberlake kicked off his performance with his just-released single "Selfish." The R&B song, which is set to appear on his upcoming sixth solo album, Everything I Thought It Was, captivated the audience with its silky-smooth vocals.
The lyrics of "Selfish" delve into themes of jealousy and desire, with Timberlake singing, "So if I get jealous, I can't help it/ I want every bit of you, I guess I'm selfish." The song has already garnered attention since its release earlier this month.
Timberlake previously debuted "Selfish" at a concert in his hometown of Memphis, building anticipation for his upcoming album among his dedicated fanbase.
Second Song: "Sanctified"
For his second song, Timberlake presented the brand new gospel-flavored track "Sanctified." The lively performance featured Houston rapper Tobe Nwigwe as a guest artist, adding an energetic and dynamic element to the stage.
Backed by a full band and backup dancers, Timberlake demonstrated his versatility as an artist with the gospel-infused sound of "Sanctified." The song received a warm reception from the audience and showcased Timberlake's ability to captivate with his musical performances.
The release of "Sanctified" and its collaboration with Tobe Nwigwe further fuels anticipation for Timberlake's upcoming album, scheduled to be released on March 15.
