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.
Midnight Summer Jam
Justin Timberlake Lyrics
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Y'all can't do better than this
Y'all can't do better than this
Act like the south ain't the shit
Act like the south ain't the shit
Act like the south ain't the shit
Y'all can't do better than this
Y'all can't do better than this
It's just a midnight summer's jam
The air's so thin, but we don't give a damn
The starry sky across the night
Where we pretend it's our last chance to dance
It starts at midnight, midnight, midnight
It starts at midnight, midnight, midnight
It starts at midnight, midnight, midnight
It starts at midnight, midnight, midnight
It's in the air, hospitality
Anything you want, what's mine is yours
But, don't you worry about the way I talk, woo
It's where I'm from, come and get you some, uh
Hey, all of the locals are happy to get out and meet a new face
We dance in circles, on and on, dosey-do and then we sway
Even the old folks'll come out and rock
And we just hopin' the music don't stop 'til the next day
It's just a midnight summer's jam
The air's so thin, but we don't give a damn
The starry sky across the night
Where we pretend it's our last chance to dance
It starts at midnight, midnight, midnight
It starts at midnight, midnight, midnight
It starts at midnight, midnight, midnight
It starts at midnight, midnight, midnight
Y'all can't do better than this
Y'all can't do better than this
Y'all can't do better than this
Act like the south ain't the shit
Act like the south ain't the shit
Act like the south ain't the shit
Y'all can't do better than this
Y'all can't do better than this
Act like the south ain't the shit
Act like the south ain't the shit
Act like the south ain't the, south ain't the shit
Summer nights, I love those
Summer nights, I love those
Summer nights, I love those
Summer nights, it's sweaty out here, baby
Go hard
I glow, I glow, I glow, I glow
I glow, I glow, I glow, I glow
Go, go hard
I glow, I glow, I glow, I glow
I glow, I glow, I glow, I glow
Brother E, hit me with somethin'
I glow, I glow, I glow, I glow
I glow, I glow, I glow, I glow
Ugh, come on
I glow, I glow, I glow, I glow
I glow, I glow, I glow, I glow
I don't like it, I love it, ugh
I glow, I glow, I glow, I glow
I glow, I glow, I glow, I glow
Ugh, come on, move somethin'
I glow, I glow, I glow, I glow
I glow, I glow, I glow, I glow
Wait, it's just a midnight summer's jam
The air's so thin, but we don't give a damn
The starry sky across the night
Where we pretend it's our last chance to dance
It starts at midnight, midnight, midnight
It starts at midnight, midnight, midnight
It starts at midnight, midnight, midnight
It starts at midnight, midnight, midnight
Start it over (I glow, I glow, I glow, I glow)
I glow, I glow, I glow, I glow
I glow, I glow, I glow, I glow
After midnight
Please don't stop the music
I glow, I glow, I glow, I glow
Move somethin'
After midnight
Please don't stop the music
I glow, I glow, I glow, I glow
Shake somethin'
After midnight, please don't stop the music
I glow, I glow, I glow, I glow
Feels good
I glow, I glow, I glow, I glow
After midnight, please don't stop the music
The lyrics of Justin Timberlake's song, Midnight Summer Jam, celebrate the lively and exciting atmosphere of a Southern summer party. The chorus emphasizes that no one can do it better than the South and that despite what others may think, this is where the real fun and good times are. The song captures the freedom and release that people feel when they let loose and dance in the hot, humid Southern nights. There are no worries or concerns, just the joy of being with friends, listening to music, and dancing with abandon.
The verses of the song describe the welcoming and warm hospitality of the South, which is highlighted by the line, "Anything you want, what's mine is yours." It is a place where both old and young can come together to enjoy the music and dance together. The song describes the night as a chance to let go and dance like it's the last time, capturing the idea that these parties are the stuff of memories and legends.
Overall, the song is a tribute to the carefree and happy nature of summer parties in the South, capturing the very essence of what makes the region unique.
Line by Line Meaning
Y'all can't do better than this
No one can surpass this level of enjoyment and celebration.
Act like the south ain't the shit
Disregard the south's exceptional qualities and uniqueness.
It's just a midnight summer's jam
This is simply a fun and celebratory event in the middle of summer.
The air's so thin, but we don't give a damn
The high altitude does not affect our ability to have a good time or celebrate.
Where we pretend it's our last chance to dance
We act as if this is our final opportunity to dance and have fun, making the most of the moment.
It starts at midnight, midnight, midnight
The celebration officially begins at midnight, emphasized by repeating the time.
It's in the air, hospitality
The atmosphere is filled with a welcoming and hospitable spirit.
Anything you want, what's mine is yours
Whatever you desire, you are welcome to it. We share freely and generously.
But, don't you worry about the way I talk, woo
Do not concern yourself with my accent or way of speaking, it is representative of my roots and heritage.
It's where I'm from, come and get you some, uh
This is the place I'm from, feel free to immerse yourself in the culture and have a good time.
Hey, all of the locals are happy to get out and meet a new face
The community members enjoy meeting new individuals and welcoming them in.
We dance in circles, on and on, dosey-do and then we sway
We partake in various dances, including the dosey-do, and continue to dance in circles and sway to the music.
Even the old folks'll come out and rock
Even the older generation comes out to dance and celebrate.
And we just hopin' the music don't stop 'til the next day
We are having so much fun that we hope the music doesn't end until the following day.
Summer nights, I love those
I thoroughly enjoy summer evenings like these.
Go hard
Let's party and celebrate all night long.
I glow, I glow, I glow, I glow
An expression of how the artist is shining or radiant with excitement and energy.
After midnight, please don't stop the music
We want the music to continue playing well into the night.
Move somethin'
Dance and enjoy yourself.
Shake somethin'
Move your body and dance to the beat of the music.
Feels good
The experience of celebration and enjoyment is extremely satisfying and positive.
Start it over (I glow, I glow, I glow, I glow)
Let's experience the celebration and excitement all over again.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: CHAD HUGO, JUSTIN TIMBERLAKE, PHARRELL WILLIAMS
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Sound's a calm, when we become the animals that we're made in the jungle
Why you staying so far away?
Running men is looking on, why
Why don't you come out to play
And get closer to your animal, inside
Baby I act like the gentleman that your mother would love, ooh get to me
Baby you act like a lady, don't have to cover it up, things you wanna show me
Make me remember the reason why I wanted to love, please be slowly
I think you're ready to try, walk a little closer and
Now take me to your jungle, I'm not afraid
And if you're looking for your animal, hop in my cage
Fall in a terror of height, don't talk
Come in, come in, baby what I don't know, I want
Come in, come in, baby what I don't know, I want
Come in, come in, baby what I don't know, I want
Come in, come in, baby what I don't know, don't know, I want
Come in, come in, baby what I don't know, I want
Show me your t-shirt, and sweat your sling
Down and dirty, you're loving me so loud
Play it breeze, but you wild as a strain
Side show in front of the whole crowd
Baby I act like the gentleman that your mother would love, ooh get to me
Baby you act like a lady, don't have to cover it up, things you wanna show me
Make me remember the reason why I wanted to love, please be slowly
I think you're ready to try, walk a little closer and
Now take me to your jungle, I'm not afraid
And if you're looking for your animal, hop in my cage
Fall in a terror of height, don't talk
Come in, come in, baby what I don't know, I want
Come in, come in, baby what I don't know, I want
Come in, come in, baby what I don't know, I want
Come in, come in, baby what I don't know, don't know, I want
Come in, come in, baby what I don't know, I want
Sound's a calm, when we become the animals that we're made in the jungle
Now take me to your jungle, I'm not afraid
And if you're looking for your animal, hop in my cage
Fall in a terror of height, don't talk
Come in, come in, baby what I don't know, I want
Come in, come in, baby what I don't know, I want
Come in, come in, baby what I don't know, I want
Come in, come in, baby what I don't know, don't know, I want
Come in, come in, baby what I don't know, I want
Sound's a calm, when we become the animals that we're made in the jungle
Come in, come in, baby what I don't know, I want
Come in, come in, baby what I don't know, I want
Come in, come in, baby what I don't know, I want
Come in, come in, baby what I don't know, don't know, I want
Come in, come in, baby what I don't know, I want
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