The 20/20 Experience by Justin Timberlake

The 20/20 Experience

by Justin Timberlake

Released: March 15, 2013

R&B, neo soul

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Why This Album Matters

This album matters because its strongest editorial story is: Breakthrough.

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The Album

"The 20/20 Experience" is the third studio album by American singer-songwriter Justin Timberlake, released on March 15, 2013, through RCA Records. The album marked Timberlake's return to music after a hiatus, following the release of his second studio album "FutureSex/LoveSounds" in 2006. Produced primarily by Timberlake himself, along with Timbaland and Jerome "J-Roc" Harmon, "The 20/20 Experience" explores a variety of musical styles including R&B, pop, and neo-soul, with elements of funk, electronic, and orchestral arrangements.

Stories and details

Interesting Facts

It consists of two parts, each containing ten…

It consists of two parts, each containing ten tracks, for a total of 20 songs.

The album's sound is characterized by its lush…

The album's sound is characterized by its lush production, layered instrumentation, and Timberlake's smooth vocals.

Overall, "The 20/20 Experience" cemented Justin Timberlake's status…

Overall, "The 20/20 Experience" cemented Justin Timberlake's status as a versatile and influential artist in contemporary pop music, showcasing his ability to blend various genres while delivering captivating performances and memorable songs.

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Reception

Commercially, "The 20/20 Experience" was a massive success, debuting at number one on the Billboard 200 chart and topping charts in numerous other countries. It became one of the best-selling albums of 2013, spawning successful singles and earning Timberlake critical acclaim and multiple awards, including Grammy nominations. The lead single, "Suit & Tie" featuring Jay-Z, was released in January 2013, followed by singles like "Mirrors" and "TKO." "The 20/20 Experience" received positive reviews from music critics, who praised its ambitious production, Timberlake's vocal performance, and the album's cohesive sound.

Full background

The Complete Album Story

"The 20/20 Experience" is the third studio album by American singer-songwriter Justin Timberlake, released on March 15, 2013, through RCA Records. The album marked Timberlake's return to music after a hiatus, following the release of his second studio album "FutureSex/LoveSounds" in 2006. It consists of two parts, each containing ten tracks, for a total of 20 songs.

Produced primarily by Timberlake himself, along with Timbaland and Jerome "J-Roc" Harmon, "The 20/20 Experience" explores a variety of musical styles including R&B, pop, and neo-soul, with elements of funk, electronic, and orchestral arrangements. The album's sound is characterized by its lush production, layered instrumentation, and Timberlake's smooth vocals.

The lead single, "Suit & Tie" featuring Jay-Z, was released in January 2013, followed by singles like "Mirrors" and "TKO." "The 20/20 Experience" received positive reviews from music critics, who praised its ambitious production, Timberlake's vocal performance, and the album's cohesive sound.

Commercially, "The 20/20 Experience" was a massive success, debuting at number one on the Billboard 200 chart and topping charts in numerous other countries. It became one of the best-selling albums of 2013, spawning successful singles and earning Timberlake critical acclaim and multiple awards, including Grammy nominations.

Overall, "The 20/20 Experience" cemented Justin Timberlake's status as a versatile and influential artist in contemporary pop music, showcasing his ability to blend various genres while delivering captivating performances and memorable songs.

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