Who would have thought that we’d be listening to a new Justin Timberlake leak on his birthday? Happy JT’s B-Day to you: I give you “Better Not Together.”

Actually, all props go to Big Mike and DJ Neptune and their Kings of R&B Part 2 mixtape which also wields a new Rihanna track. Is this song new? It’s hard to say. The JT fan in me tells me that “Better Not Together” sounds like something out of the Justified outtakes. Yet, Big Mike and DJ Neptune claim this is a “world premiere.” But hey — it can always be a world premiere of an old demo right? I’ll let you decide for yourselves.

What I do know is that “Better Not Together” has a lovely R&B throwback feel to it, that we sometimes enjoy from JT. This new leak has nothing on the previous one, “Bigger Than The World,” which I have hardcore love for. However, I don’t think either song accurately depicts the JT album that we will be hearing later this year. But you should still listen to it below: Continue reading →

That Rihanna leak wasn’t impressive, but this sure is. Justin Timberlake has always been a shining beacon for pop music salvation, and “Bigger Than The World” is as beautiful as pop music can get. The all-too-familiar production (some kind of “Lovestoned” and “Until The End of Time” mesh) and Justin’s sweet, sweet melodies make for a warm welcome and hopeful 2009 for Justin as true pop royalty.

I’m excited about this one and I’m hoping to God this cut get’s a sexy revamp (and a proper lyrics change — take this great song JT! don’t sell it!) and makes it to his upcoming album. Here’s to one of the best entertainers in the world. Continue reading →