“Suit and Tie” Review

By TERESA LEE

Originally published May 2013

World renowned singer, actor, and performer, Justin Timberlake, made his first musical comeback since 2007 with the release of his new single “Suit and Tie” in January 2013.

In recent years, Timberlake concentrated more on his acting career and starred in movies such as, Friends with Benefits and The Social Network. However, his comeback single “Suit and Tie” shows that he never truly left the stage five years ago.

Timberlake isn’t foreign to high praise from the musical community. He has won various Grammy and Emmy awards for his singles, such as “SexyBack” and “Cry Me a River.”

His new single “Suit and Tie” features music mogul Jay-Z. This single already has millions of views on YouTube. Its catchy beat and rhythm are already motivating people to post song or dance covers on YouTube. Timberlake gave his first performance of the single during a pre-Super Bowl event in New Orleans, and he brought along his good friends Jay-Z and Timbaland. Outfitted in a slick tuxedo with a simple black tie, both Jay-Z and Timberlake grabbed the attention of fans. Director David Fincher will be producing the official music video.

The single has a ‘90s flair and old school style mixed with a modern twist. Timberlake’s falsetto charms listeners, while Jay-Z adds a hip-hop feel to broaden the audience.