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'*NSYNC'
Released in Europe on May 26th 1997
As I start to write these thank yous, I think to myself... There is going to be a real album with my name on it, and all I can say is - WHOA! But, I'll start by thanking my Savior - the Lord Jesus Christ as for blessing me with something I can show to the whole world. Dear Lord, you are the greatest thing that has ever happened to me. My beloved parents for teaching me what 'love' means, and also, for letting me live my dreams, I love you both so much! My grandparents (all of you) for spoiling me rotten! And all my other family members who were there for me without hesitation, to all you who have helped me further myself in my talents, especially Robin 'Wiley Coyote', - you are a brilliant musician and a great inspiration to me. The MMC Crew, my phat kids back home who supported me through the years. Miss Earnest, the other Three Horsemen, my Vegas Dawg Jimmy and sis Chrissy, the Fabulous Sud Cows and the incredible Doo Doo brothers - Y'all too crazy fo' me! Bob Westbrook - Thank you for my solid music foundation and or Lance! Thanx to my tutors - Chuck, Brenda, and to Tony or inspiring me to reach higher goals... like graduating some day! Ha! Ha! To one of my greatest friends in this big whole world, Dante Poo Poo - thanx for always being there for me. To O-Town T, and the gang - You guys are the best, man! Kari (Betty Rubble) - Couldn't have done this without 'cha. To 'La Diva' - Thanx for the moves! To. L.J.P. - You were the first to believe in 'N Sync so I can't thank you enough. J. Wright - Thank you for your guidance and for making sure we do things the 'wright' way, and at the same time, giving us freedom to express ourselves. Hold on to your hat, Johnny, 'cause this ride has just gotten started! BMG - Thomas M. Stein, Jan, Biggi, Andreas, Susi, Charlotte, Holger, and the rest of the family - Thank you for making our dreams come true. Now, last and definitely not least, my brothers - Hey, we got an album! Can't nobody hold us down, oh no, we gotta keep on movin'! I think I covered everybody, but if there was anybody I missed, I'm deeply sorry. But if you aren't on this list, it doesn't mean you aren't in my heart. To the fans of 'N Sync: WE LOVE YOU! I hope you enjoy this album and Stay 'N Sync! Love Always.
'*NSYNC'
Released in America on March 24th 1998
It's always hard to know where to start when I sit down to put my 'thank yous' on paper. There are so many people who have helped me along the way. Well, I'll start by thanking my savior- Jesus Christ for blesing me with a little something that I can show to the whole wide world, and for showing me the way to do that. My parents- for loving me (even when its hard!) And for being so supportive of me. My grandparents for giving me everything (I mean everything) right down to their hearts. Thanx to all my other family members for supporting me. My friends back home especially Trace, Jimmy, Chrissy, Amber, April, and the rest of y'all crazy folk. The MMC crew for a couple of fun years and great experience. All the writers and producers who helped create the album. Veit, Joylon, Gary, Sturken & Rogers, D. Pop, M. Martin, K. Lundin, and Full Force. Robin 'Wiley Coyote' for guidance and inspiration. Mark, Bob for keeping my voice in good shape! I also want to thank Transcon Studios, Transcon Records, particularly Doug ('Dirty D'), Jimbo (what the dealy yo), and Kari (Betty Rubble) for always helping 'N Sync out. Shout outs to all the other Transcon artists (even the non-sensible ones). Thanks to all of BMG Ariola (Jan, Andreas, Susie, etc.) for a fantastic first year in Europe. RCA for takin' a chance on us like Bob Jameson, Vince, Cliff, Kaja, and all the rest. Also, Robert, Mark, Ivan- thanks 4 the moves! Chuck, Brenda, and Tony for helping me out with school, even the more boring classes (like typing!). Miss Earnest for making life that much more interesting, thanks for the brain teasers & sprees! Special thanks to L.J.P. (Papa Bear) because you were the first one to believe in 'N Sync. Also, J. Wright for giving us so many opportunities to further ourselves (within reason ha!ha!). Shout outs to the families of the other guys in the group because we wouldn't be anywhere without you guys' support. I really want to say hello to my lil' buddy- my brother Jonathan, back home who stole my heart... wazzup lil' bro! And my angel in heaven, my sister, Laura Katherine. Wazzup to Dante Poo Poo! A special shout out to my Huckleberry Finn, and also to Lance, Chris, JC and Joey- let's keep it goin' y'all. Thank you to all the media who have supported us. To all of our fans who have stayed with us while we were in Europe, and all of you who have joined us this year- thanx and stay 'N Sync. If there is anyone I forgot to put down on this paper... I apologize, but if you aren't on this paper, it doesn't mean you're not in my heart. Peace y'all.
'Home For Christmas'
Released in America on November 10th 1998
First off, I would like to recognize and thank the reason for this wonderful holiday... Christ... Happy Birthday! Also, I would like to thank all of my family for their undying love and support, all of my friends for keeping in touch with me- I hope you guys get what you want this year. To all of the writers and producers who helped us lace this album so quick and so phat. Our management team; WEG for your outstanding hard work this year... especially Johnny Wright (the Man), Lou Pearlman and all the team at Transcontinental Records, Entertainment and Studios. All of our fellow artists at Trans Con (second to none), and all the people who have contributed to *NSYNC's success so far- I can't thank you enough. To our fans: I wish all of you a very Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays. Let's not forget the real reason for this celebration. God bless!
'No Strings Attached'
Released in America on March 21st 2000
First and foremost, I want to thank my Lord and Savior Jesus Christ for blessing me with every gift including the gift of music and for the opportunity to share it with the world... Dear Heavenly Father- lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil, for Thine is the kingdom, the power and the glory forever. Amen.
I want to thank my Parents for guiding me in this game of life, and for being compassionate and understanding as I grow as a person. To my Grandparents for spoiling me (peach cobbler) and the rest of my family for being there when I needed you.
I wanna give a shout out to Trace (The Space Cowboy) Ayala, Jimmy (Vegas Pimp Daddy) Tucker, Ryan (Ot's Primetime) G, The MCH Crew (they call be butta...) and the rest of my friends for always thinking of me as just Justin. Renee (Mississippi Woman) Earnest for holding the fort down and keeping me together day after day. Thank you.
Clive, you took a chance on us when everyone else was afraid to, so to you I am very grateful. Also, Barry, Uncle Steve, Janet (Miss Jackson cuz I'm nasty), Sonia (I'm not poochie), and all of the rest of the Jive staff, thank you for weathering the storm with us, here is to a successful future together.
Johnny (bling bling) Wright... thank you for being open to our ideas as artists and helping make them come to life. You are more than just a manager, you are a friend. Doug (Doo Doo) Brown, maybe I will let you beat me in basketball someday... maybe not. To my Chicken (Melinda Bell) for always having my back. and all the rest of WEG for all your support and faith in *NSYNC.
To the writers and producers who helped us make this masterpiece: Max, Kristian, Rami and the rest of the Cheiron Crew, Teddy Riley, She'kspere & Kandi, Veit, Richard Marx, Diane Warren, Riprock, Alex G, K-Toonz, Gary C & Robin Wiley. Thankd for lending your musical expertize.
To all the artists who have influenced and inspired me and also the ones that have kept it 'real' with us, much thanks.
To 'Sexual Chocolate' (Randy, Wes, Todd, Loonie, Dre and Mike) for taking care of me and making sure I do not break anything. Ibe and our Tour Management Staff, especially Fritz and Sisi for getting me those last minute one day flights (y'all know what I am talking about).
To our band- thanks for t making us sound so good night after night, gig after gig.
Tim Miller, Anthony, Dave, Leslie and the rest of our tour crew... we couldn't have had the year we had without each and every one of you. Get ready for 2000.
David Zedeck, Evolution and SFX touring- keep filling up those houses!
Adam, Helene and the rest of our legal team, thanks for pulling us out of the mud. Mark Steverson, get out of the office, go home! (ha ha). Elephant Walk Entertainment for all your help with my extracurricular activities.
A quick shout out to RCA for helping us break the market. I haven't forgotten all you have done for us. Thank you.
To my music, the melody on my mind- Philippians 1:3... for every moment.
To Lance, JC, Joey and Chris: We have been together since this whole thing got started and I hope our friendship never ends. We have come into our own as artists and as individuals, and now we can show that to the world without any strings attached! I love all four of you.
If you do not see your name here, it doesn't mean you are not in my heart. So if I have forgotten any names, I am deeply sorry.
Finally, to our fans. Thank you for your never ending love and support and I hope you enjoy this album as much as we do.
God Bless
'Celebrity'
Released in America on July 24th 2001
If someone were to ask me to use one word to describe my life, It would be 'blessed', so with that in mind, I thank God each and every day for the gift of life and the gift of music. Every path in life I have walked down, He has held my hand and watched over me with guidance and unconditional love. There is no greater power than that of His love. Glory to God in the highest.
I would like to take this opportunity to recognize one of my favorite people in the world, my grandfather, my buddy, William S. Bomar. Poppa- You're a man's man and I will never forget your smile as long as I live. To all the rest of my grandparents- It makes me proud to see you all smile at my accomplishments. Y'all are the best. To my Momma- No one would ask for a better woman to call mother. You are the most compassionate person I have ever know and I love you from the bottom of my heart. Dad- When I was asked who I wanted to be when I grew up, a vivid picture of you immediately popped into my mind. Not many sons can say that about their fathers and I'll always say that about you. Daddy- I don't laugh with anyone quite like I do with you and when I watch you and the boys together, I remember you and me and it makes me smile. Lisa, you are a great mother. Jonathan, Stephen and I will love you forever. Jonathan- Not a day goes by when I don't think about you, and even though I watch you grow from so far away, I will always be there for you. Stephen- Whaaaaaaatzaaah! Your big bubba loves you soooo much. To the rest of my family- I love all of you and I am nothing without you and your prayers. Renee- Thanks for keeping me in line and cheering me up every time I was down. You love me the mostest! Trace- I can't think of anyone I would rather get into trouble with. You're a midget, but I still love you man.
Clive- We are still here because of you. You have given us so many things but the best thing have ever given me is your honesty. Thank you for your guidance. To Barry 'Motor Mouth' Weiss, Sonia 'Bring It Down Productions' Muckle, Janet 'My Other Girlfreind' Klienbaum, Uncle Steve Lunt, 'Crystal' Claudine, Benny and the rest of the Jive staff: you are the best record company in the world. Thanks for giving us a home away from home.
Johnny- Manager, friend and now husband... if I didn't know you any better, I would think you had split personalities. You are a great manager and an even better friend. I can't comment on the husband part. (I wish y'all all the happiness in the world.) Chicken- Thanks for watching our backs 24/7 and dealing with all the nonsense so we don't have to. Cluck, cluck. Dave 'Triple Check' Brown- Thanks for keeping us in line and on schedule (HA HA). You are definitely part of the family. Joe 'Mulvius 6' Mulvihill- Thanks for always cheering me up, you are one funny-ass dude and you do your job well. LB- Thanks for all your help with Challenge For The Children and the tour. Theresa- Thanks for always coordinating the 'package' delivery and pick up.
A special special thank you to Stevie Wonder. Stevie: I've admired you from afar, most of my whole life. You don't know it, but you taught me to sing. It was such an honor to have you play on a song that I worked on. I will never forget this. Thank you for fulfilling a small town boy's dream.
To all the producers who contributed their expertise, I appreciate all your creativity. To the ones I had the pleasure of writing and producing with:
Pharell and Chad- I had a blast writing with you guys and I would do it again in a heartbeat. I am proud to be an honorary Neptune. Robin- We came up with a beautiful tune even if, in most places, it wasn't grammatically correct (ha ha ha). BT- Even though you were a little slow on the computer, you have weird dreaded friends with Latino names and everyone who lives in your house likes the dog more than you, you're nothing short of a genius and I will be forever indebted to you. Thanks for making our song a hit. Brad and Alex- You guys are too cool for school and now America will know two-step. Where's my robot's roast? Rodney- You put the funk in 'Celebrity'. Thanks for everything. Brian- Next time you sing on our record! Wade- My Dog! Never in my life have I clicked with someone creatively like I do with you. I hope I inspire people like you have inspired me.
All the studios that liet us come on and trash your confines, we owe you not just momentarily (ha ha). Big Dog, Todd, Dre, Lonnie, Big E, Tiny, Big Mike, Mo, and Roger (Sexual Chocolate)- It doesn't seem like this ride has slowed down since it started and you are the ones who have made sure we've been safe the whole trip. I am honored to call you my big brothers.
Tim Miller- Thanks for taking care of us on the road. We are cool with each other as long as you don't belly flop on me. Anthony- I don't care what everyone says about you I think you are OK. Dave "the little guy" Brooks- Thanks for banging on my eardrums every night. Johanna- You are my mom away from home. Thanks for taking care of me. To all the rest fo the crew, you guys have worked so hard for us and we won't forget it.
To Kevin Antunes and the best band in the world- When the show sounds as good as you guys play it, it makes it easy to give 110% on stage. Thank you.
A special thank you to Bruce Kapp, Brad Wavra and David Zedeck... now do I get paid for that?
Adam and Helene- Thanks for putting the fires out. Mark S- I love the way you think, thanks for your great ideas. Barry, Helen and Ron- Keep making those deposits.
To everyone at The Giving Back Fund (Marc Pollack, Nina Biggar) and Challenge For The Children staff (Darlene, Ethiopia)- You efforts do not go unnoticed. Keep up the great work.
Pinky- I love you more and more each day and if all this stopped tomorrow, I would be OK knowing that you would be by my side no matter what. I can't breath without you. Don't ever forget that.
JC, Lance, Joey and Chris- I love the way we work together, but most of all I love our friendship and no one will ever be able to take that away.
To everyone who bought this record- Thank you for believing in us still. I hope that after you read this, you listen to this record and realize how much fun we had making it. We owe everything to you. God bless.
'Justified'
Released in America on November 5th 2002
First and foremost, I'd like to give praise to God for watching over me and reminding me every day how blessed I am to wake up and do something that I love to do. Music elicits a multitude of emotions from my soul and makes me who I am. Music is my atlast. I am often asked, "What would you be doing if you weren't doing this?" The truth is, if I weren't making music, I'd be lost.
There are many people involved in the making of this album I'd like to thank.
Clive Calder - even though we weren't in contact as much as we have been in the past, I want you to know I understand your role in my career and appreciate everything you've done for me in the past, present and future. Barry Weiss - I feel like you've put about as much heart and soul into this project as I have and I thank you so much for understanding my vision and supporting me with the freedom to spread my wings creatively. Peter Thea - none of this would be possible without you. You made the calls that needed to be made and set me up with a dream team of producers. You got the record, now stop calling me. Ha. Thanks 'Uncle' Steve Lunt, Sonio (One Toe Nail) Muckle, Janet (My Mistress) Kleinbaum and all the rest of Jive Records for supporting me.
Good management and a good team make a good artist great. I'd like to thank the WEG staff for always supporting *NSYNC and myself. Johnny - the last time I wrote one of these, you were just becoming a husband. Now you're a father. No matter how busy your life is, you always make time for me. You're still a great manager and an even greater friend. Call me if you need a babysitter, I'll send someone right over. Ha. Theresa - thanks for always lookin' out for me. Thanks also to the Tennman and the Just-In Time Entertainment staffs.
Mark Steverson - direction is everything & you have it down. Aloha Don! Gary Stiffelman and my legal team - thanks for working so hard for me. I'd also like to thank the money squad, Barry Klarberg & Holent Burnett. Ken Sunshine - Have you heard what they're saying about me now? Thanks for the support. Shani Rosenzweig - Maydew at UTA, The Justin Timberlake Foundation and Nancy Resenblatt - No more holy hotels. Thank you so much to David Lipman, Steven Klein and Diane Martel.
Special thanks to all the producers who helped me create my own sound. Pharrell - you were essential in making this album. Thanks for being my friend. The world is ours. A special shout out to Chad 'Hip-Hop' Hugo, my favorite Philippino. Timbaland - you helped me take some chances on this album that I know I couldn't have done with anyone else. I can't wait 'til the next one. Brian McKnight - we came up with something timeless. Thanks for letting me work with one of my idols, now pass the ball dawg. Harvey and Damon - If y'all keep producing songs like you have been you won't be underdogs anymore. Special thanks to P. Diddy and Mario Winans, Dre and Vidal, Carvin and Ivan, Alicia Keys, Anthony Nance and Antonio Dixon, and Hod David.
To all the artists that worked with me on this album, thanks for being part of my first project. Bubba Sparxxx - Your album is crazy. Janet Jackson - You are a beautiful person inside and out. I can't wait to work with you again. Thank you for being my friend. The Clipse - y'all helped me break into this new sound and I wish y'all much success. Vanessa Marquez - You have a beautiful voice and it is time the world gets to hear it. I can't wait to see what you're gonna do. Big E - You've taken care of me and watched my back while I was making this album. You're one of my best friends. Thanks to Big Dog, Todd, Dre, Lonnie, Big Mike, Tiny, Roger, Big Mo and Big Rob and to the rest of my road crew - Mark, Jason, Anthony T. and Ray. Silas - You're probably the biggest part of this album and it getting done. I'll never forget this whole experience. Thank you from the bottom of my heart. Renee Earnest - You still keep me in line. I love you kid, but you're not going to win any board games playing against me!
Chris, JC, Joey and Lance - it makes me proud to be your friend and watch you shine in all of your endeavors. I can't wait for the new *NSYNC album.
I wouldn't be the man I am if it weren't for my family and friends, so I'd like to thank my biggest fan, my momma - I learned how to love growing up in your house, under your wing. Thank you for being my best friend. Dad - more and more each day I understand what being a 'man' is all about because of you. Thanks Daddy, Lisa, Jonathan, Stephen and my grandparents and all my family. Your prayers, love and compassion have kept me grounded through all of the madness.
Trace - I am proud of the person you are and you'll always be my best friend in the whole world. It's me and you to the end. A very special thank you to Luna's mommy - You've already taught me so much and I'll never forget the true gift you've given me.
There are so many people that are special in my life, but I only get one page to do this. If you're not on this paper, know that you're in my heart.
Finally, my fans and anyone who bought this album and took time out to read this - I hope you've listened to this album already and enjoyed it as much as I enjoyed making it. As always, thanks for your support. The world is yours.
God Bless,
Justin
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