FutureSex / LoveSounds
by Justin Timberlake
  • Record Label: Jive
  • Release Date: Sep 12, 2006
User Score
8.2

Universal acclaim- based on 501 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 417 out of 501
  2. Mixed: 22 out of 501
  3. Negative: 62 out of 501

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  1. JayBeeN
    Sep 11, 2006
    10
    Definitly a hot Pop album.. If Michael Is the King.. Justin is The Prince !
  2. Marcie
    Sep 11, 2006
    10
    It hooks you and grabs you and pulls you through to the end. It's a new sounds for JT and while people like to focus on Timbaland's influence, they don't realize that he and Tim are equals on this album. JT is the genuine thing and with this as the successor to Justified, I'm excited to see where he leads us next. Excellent sophomore entry!
  3. KrissyS
    Sep 10, 2006
    10
    Justin Timberlake is a rarity in today's pop world. He's a bona-fide star that isn't satisfied by just recycling his past success, but wants to push himself to try new things. He somehow knows what will sound good to the listener before they even know it themselves. An honest-to-god album that actually flows together, instead of just being one disjointed single after Justin Timberlake is a rarity in today's pop world. He's a bona-fide star that isn't satisfied by just recycling his past success, but wants to push himself to try new things. He somehow knows what will sound good to the listener before they even know it themselves. An honest-to-god album that actually flows together, instead of just being one disjointed single after another? It's a refreshing change of pace, and one that bodes well for Timberlake's career longevity. He's a genuine talent, not a flash in the pan. If he continues to make records like this in the years to come, we'll all be looking back on this as the beginning of a new golden era in popular music.… Expand
  4. NameWitheld
    Sep 10, 2006
    10
    Easily the best pop album of the year. If Rolling Stone dubs him the new King of Pop, I have to respectively agree. This album is brilliant, especially for a "former boybander". He has a long career ahead of him.
  5. GinnyW
    Sep 10, 2006
    10
    I am very impressed with the musical growth Justin has shown on his new album. I love all his songs but my favorites are probably Love Stoned and What Goes Around. Justin co-wrote every single song and co-produced all but one. It's an amazing album.
  6. MichelleM
    Sep 10, 2006
    10
    It is refreshing to hear a "pop star" actually try and create something new with their music. This album is leaps and bounds above nearly all of the less-than-stellar music on the radio today. While he may not be Shakespeare when it comes to lyrics, Timberlake's ear for great melodies, his gift for arranging vocals and his soulful falsetto make for some great listening. I definitely It is refreshing to hear a "pop star" actually try and create something new with their music. This album is leaps and bounds above nearly all of the less-than-stellar music on the radio today. While he may not be Shakespeare when it comes to lyrics, Timberlake's ear for great melodies, his gift for arranging vocals and his soulful falsetto make for some great listening. I definitely recommend this album to everyone. Those who loved Justified and new fans alike.… Expand
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#17 Most Discussed Album of 2006
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#15 Most Shared Album of 2006

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Metascore
70

Generally favorable reviews - based on 25 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 16 out of 25
  2. Mixed: 9 out of 25
  3. Negative: 0 out of 25
  1. Slant Magazine
    70
    It's a lot like Justified in that it's a solid collection of expertly produced pop songs whose flaws will be devoured by its almost guaranteed string of hits.
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  2. Entertainment Weekly
    67
    The enjoyable, forgettable FutureSex/LoveSounds may be a just-okay Timberlake album, but it's a great Timbaland demo reel.
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  3. The Guardian
    60
    By its closer... FutureSex/LoveSounds feels like an entirely different and far less interesting album than the one you started listening to.
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