Born and raised in Tennessee, as a child he appeared on the television shows Star Search and The All-New Mickey Mouse Club. In the late 1990s, Timberlake rose to prominence as one of the two lead vocalists and youngest member of NSYNC, which eventually became one of the best-selling boy bands of all time. Timberlake won two Grammy Awards for his R&B-focused debut solo album Justified (2002) and its single "Cry Me a River". Another single from the album, "Rock Your Body", was also successful.
His critically acclaimed second album FutureSex/LoveSounds (2006), characterized by its diversity in music genres, debuted atop the U.S. Billboard 200 and spawned the Hot 100 consecutive number-one singles with "SexyBack", "My Love" and "What Goes Around... Comes Around". Established as a solo artist worldwide, his first two albums both exceeded sales of 10 million copies, as he continued producing records and collaborating with other artists.
From 2008 through 2012, Timberlake focused on his acting career, effectively putting his music career on hiatus. He held starring roles in the films The Social Network, Bad Teacher, Friends with Benefits, and In Time.
Timberlake resumed his music career in 2013 with his third and fourth albums The 20/20 Experience and The 20/20 Experience - 2 of 2, exploring neo soul styles, partly inspired by the expansive song structures of 1960s and 1970s rock. The former became the best-selling album of the year and spawned the top three singles "Suit & Tie" and "Mirrors". Timberlake voiced Branch in DreamWorks Animation's Trolls (2016), whose soundtrack includes his fifth Billboard Hot 100 chart-topping single, "Can't Stop the Feeling!", which earned him an Academy Award nomination. His fifth studio album Man of the Woods (2018) became his fourth number-one album in the US. Supported by the two top ten singles, "Filthy" and "Say Something", it concluded 2018 as the sixth best-selling album of the year.
Better Place
Justin Timberlake Lyrics
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I'm already up, but you lift me higher
You know I'm not wrong, you know I'm not lyin'
We do it better, we do it better, yeah
And I don't mind if the world spins faster
The music's louder, the waves get stronger
I don't mind if the world spins faster
Just let me take you to a better place
(Let me take you to a better place)
I'm gonna make ya kiss the sky tonight
Yeah, if you let me show the way
I'm so excited to see you excited
I'll take you to a better place
(I'll take you to a better place)
And, baby, you can love me on the way
We're flyin' up to outer space
I'm so excited (I'm so excited)
To see you excited (to see you excited), yeah
I don't mind if the world spins faster
The music's louder, the waves get stronger
I don't mind if the world spins faster
Faster, faster, faster
Just let me take you to a better place
The lyrics of Justin Timberlake's song "Better Place" convey a sense of love, excitement, and the desire to create a special and uplifting experience with someone. The opening lines, "It's some kind of love, it's some kind of fire," suggest that the love shared between the singer and their partner is powerful and intense. It's a love that brings them joy and lifts them to greater heights, as expressed in the line, "I'm already up but you lift me higher."
The chorus of the song reinforces this idea of the transformative power of love, with the singer wanting to take their partner to a "better place" and make them "kiss the sky tonight." The singer is thrilled to see their partner excited and promises to show them a thrilling and extraordinary experience. The mention of flying up to outer space adds a sense of adventure and euphoria to the lyrics.
The verses further emphasize the dynamic and special connection between the singer and their partner. It suggests that they complement each other, as the lyrics say, "When we're together, you know that we do it better." They enjoy being in each other's company, with the desire to dance and have a good time. There is an implicit sense of being free from inhibitions and enjoying the moment to its fullest.
Line by Line Meaning
It's some kind of love, it's some kind of fire
This love is intense and passionate
I'm already up but you lift me higher
You bring me even more happiness and joy
You know I'm not wrong, you know I'm not lyin'
You trust me, you know I speak the truth
We do it better, yeah, we do it better, yeah
We excel at love, we surpass others
I don't mind if the world spins faster
I am so focused on you that everything else doesn't matter
The music's louder, the waves are gettin' stronger
Our connection becomes more intense and powerful
Just let me take you to a better place
Allow me to bring you to a state of pure bliss
I'm gonna make you kiss the sky tonight
I will make you feel ecstatic and euphoric
Yeah, if you let me show the way
If you trust and follow me
I'm so excited to see you excited
Your happiness brings me immense joy
I'll take you to a better place, yoo-hoo-ooh
I will bring you to a state of pure happiness and fulfillment
And, baby, you can love me on the way
We can express our love as we go on this journey
We're flyin' up to outer space
Our love knows no bounds, reaching infinite heights
Yeah, ooh (yeah, yeah)
Expressing excitement and pleasure
You like the base down low, I wanna lose control
You enjoy intense experiences, and I want to surrender to them
I wanna dance all night, you like it nice and slow
We want to enjoy each other's company, immersing in every moment
Don't want it any other way, tell all your friends you're gonna stay
We are committed to each other, and I want you to let others know
When were together, you know that we do it better
Our love and connection are superior when we're together
I like to see you lose control (ain't nobody better, we do it better)
I enjoy seeing you let go and enjoy yourself, and no one can surpass our love
I know a place, say that you'll go with me (ain't nobody better, we do it better)
I know of a special place, and I want you to join me there, where our love shines above all others
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Amy Rose Allen, Johan Karl Schuster, Justin R. Timberlake
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Majopi
NSYNC fans must be over the moon with this. Must be nice to listen to a group again after so many years ❤️
GRACEedits
It’s so surreal🥹🥹🥹
Kristen Behrens
Ooooh I aaaam!
Itsuka Gacha
Yessssss....
Carmen G Puentes
Yesssssss❤❤❤❤❤So surreal❤❤❤
Cindy
I'm 61 yrs old, and I remember when my kids, especially my 36 yr old daughter were CRAZY NSYNC fans, so this brings me back to that wonderful time when both my kids and I were young !!! I too loved NSYNC songs and I love this song too !!!
naely who
can u tell me abt this band more?😅 im new and i just found this song is so GOOD. I would like to know abt their band and why they took a long period to not making song comeback before?
Jacquelyn Landry
JCs runs still send a shiver down my spine, Lance's bass vocals completely MAKE the chorus, and hearing the vocalizations and adlibs just makes my inner 14 year old smile. Thank you for this gift, cannot WAIT to continue to the ride with yall! *NSYNC FOREVER!!!!!
Spider-Man fan
Yes it’s been a very long time sense they song it’s a masterpiece! *NSYNC WELCOME BACK
Allyson Velez
I'm crying reading these comments. I agree entirely that this is a beautiful gift to all NSYNC fans. Hearing you all together is so nostalgic and heartwarming. I can't wait to hear MORE!!! :)