Pop sensation Justin Timberlake has just thrilled fans with a major announcement on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon. Following the recent release of his hit single, “Selfish,” the multi-talented singer-actor shared exciting news about his upcoming global tour.
Responding to Fallon’s prodding about any surprises in store, Timberlake coyly teased, “No, I don’t have anything to announce. We’re announcing it [the album].” However, Fallon persisted, encouraging Timberlake to reveal a little extra for his eager audience. Finally, the big reveal came as Timberlake exclaimed, “Oh, that. … I’m going on tour!” The audience erupted in cheers.
The highly anticipated Forget Tomorrow World Tour is slated to commence on April 29 in Vancouver, Canada, and promises to visit numerous cities, including Seattle, Washington; Phoenix, Arizona; Fort Worth, Texas; Raleigh, North Carolina; and Miami, Florida. Ticket sales for this global musical extravaganza are set to start on February 2.
This major tour announcement closely follows the revelation that Timberlake will be dropping his latest album, “Everything I Thought It Was,” on March 15. This marks his first solo album release in over six years, creating significant anticipation among fans. In a lighthearted exchange with Fallon, Timberlake playfully remarked, “Wow, that’s a lot of dates,” as the host listed off some of the scheduled performances.
Timberlake shared insights into the creative process behind his upcoming album, mentioning that he has spent four years working on it and crafted a total of 100 songs. Eventually narrowing it down to 18 tracks for “Everything I Thought It Was,” Timberlake explained that the album-making experience was unique, given his responsibilities as a parent to two children with his wife Jessica Biel. Juggling family life and studio time, he described a dynamic process involving writing sessions, and collaborations with various songwriters and producers, both familiar and new.
As fans eagerly await the release of “Everything I Thought It Was” and the kickoff of the Forget Tomorrow World Tour, Justin Timberlake continues to captivate audiences with his musical prowess and dynamic stage presence. Stay tuned for more updates on this exciting chapter in the celebrated artist’s career. For additional details and ticket information, visit justintimberlake.com.