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FutureSex/LoveSounds

Justin Timberlake · 2006

66 min · 12 tracks · contemporary R&B · electropop · neo soul

A daring fusion of R&B grooves and electronic textures that redefined pop music's boundaries.

Why listen to this

Best for
dynamic emotional journeys long, immersive listening sessions gradual builds and payoffs
Context
Released on September 12, 2006, 'FutureSex/LoveSounds' was Justin Timberlake's second solo album, following his successful debut 'Justified' in 2002. At this point, Timberlake had transitioned from a boy band star with NSYNC to a serious solo artist, leveraging his collaboration with Timbaland to push creative boundaries and solidify his status in contemporary pop.
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contemporary R&B, electropop, neo soul

FutureSex/LoveSounds is an album by Justin Timberlake, released in 2006. A daring fusion of R&B grooves and electronic textures that redefined pop music's boundaries. 'FutureSex/LoveSounds' debuted at number one on the Billboard 200 and produced multiple chart-topping singles, including 'SexyBack,' which reignited interest in R&B and dance-pop. The album received critical acclaim for its innovative production and marked a shift in mainstream music towards a more adult sound, influencing countless artists in the years that followed. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does FutureSex/LoveSounds sound like?

A daring fusion of R&B grooves and electronic textures that redefined pop music's boundaries. Rooted in contemporary R&B and electropop.

What makes FutureSex/LoveSounds by Justin Timberlake notable?

'FutureSex/LoveSounds' debuted at number one on the Billboard 200 and produced multiple chart-topping singles, including 'SexyBack,' which reignited interest in R&B and dance-pop. The album received critical acclaim for its innovative production and marked a shift in mainstream music towards a more adult sound, influencing countless artists in the years that followed. Released on September 12, 2006, 'FutureSex/LoveSounds' was Justin Timberlake's second solo album, following his successful debut 'Justified' in 2002. At this point, Timberlake had transitioned from a boy band star with NSYNC to a serious solo artist, leveraging his collaboration with Timbaland to push creative boundaries and solidify his status in contemporary pop.

Who is FutureSex/LoveSounds for?

FutureSex/LoveSounds works well if you're into dynamic emotional journeys, long, immersive listening sessions and gradual builds and payoffs.

How many songs are on FutureSex/LoveSounds?

FutureSex/LoveSounds has 12 tracks, running approximately 66 minutes.

Tracklist

12 tracks·66:16

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

  • 1 FutureSex/LoveSound 4:01
  • 2 SexyBack Standout 4:02
  • 3 Sexy Ladies / Let Me Talk to You (prelude) 5:32
  • 4 My Love Standout 4:36
  • 5 LoveStoned/I Think She Knows (interlude) 7:24
  • 6 What Goes Around…/…Comes Around (interlude) 7:28
  • 7 Chop Me Up 5:04
  • 8 Damn Girl 5:12
  • 9 Summer Love / Set the Mood (prelude) 6:24
  • 10 Until the End of Time 5:22
  • 11 Losing My Way 5:22
  • 12 (Another Song) All Over Again 5:45

Release Date

September 12, 2006

Genre

contemporary R&B, electropop, neo soul

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Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

66 min 16 sec