"BYE BYE BYE" MUSIC VIDEO & "DEADPOOL" DANCE SCENE BELOW ARTICLE:
For those women old enough to remember 25 years ago (who either at time were dancing at raves with glowsticks while dating guys who frosted their tips and wore yellow sunglasses), NSYNC helped set off the boyband war with Backstreet Boys.
Released on January 17, 2000, “Bye Bye Bye” marked a pivotal moment in NSYNC’s career. Behind the catchy beat and iconic choreography lay a deeper story: the band’s legal battle with former manager Lou Pearlman and RCA Records. After filing a lawsuit accusing Pearlman of fraud, the group faced countersuits that threatened their very existence. Would they even be able to continue as NSYNC?
The group—Justin Timberlake, JC Chasez, Joey Fatone, Lance Bass, and Chris Kirkpatrick—eventually settled out of court and found a fresh start with Jive Records. It was then that “Bye Bye Bye” became more than just a song about romantic breakup—it became a symbol of emancipation. As former Jive Records president Barry Weiss put it, “It was the emancipation of a boy band.”
The track was the lead single for their groundbreaking album No Strings Attached, whose title reinforced the theme of independence. The album shattered records upon its release, selling over 2.4 million copies in its first week—an achievement unmatched at the time.
The success of “Bye Bye Bye” wasn’t just about timing; it was also about the perfect fusion of R&B, pop, and hip-hop influences. Co-written by Andreas Carlsson, Kristian Lundin, and Jake Schulze, the song was first offered to another boy band, Five, who turned it down. Lucky for *NSYNC, the song landed in their hands—and history was made.
With its defiant lyrics and instantly recognizable chorus, “Bye Bye Bye” resonated with fans across the globe. Its iconic music video, featuring the band as marionettes cutting their strings, reinforced the narrative of freedom and self-empowerment.
Fast-forward 25 years, and the song’s impact is still felt. From Grammy nods to being featured in blockbuster films like Deadpool & Wolverine in 2024, “Bye Bye Bye” continues to inspire new generations. For Joey Fatone, it’s a nostalgic reminder of saying goodbye to childhood and learning to navigate adulthood.
Ultimately, “Bye Bye Bye” wasn’t just *NSYNC’s farewell to their tumultuous beginnings—it was their triumphant hello to a new chapter of stardom.
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Source: Chuck Arnold/NY Post
Photo Credit: NSYNC
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