Copyright Infringement
Justin Bieber's "Boyfriend" (2012)
Many websites are comparing Justine Bieber's new music
video "Boyfriend" to NSYNC's video from 10-years ago "Girlfriend." Even
the titles and the sound of the songs are similar. For his transition
into adulthood in the music industry, Bieber is being patterned after
Justin Timberlake, who previously dissed him on the television show
"Saturday Night Live." It was ironic, as Timberlake tried to sign Bieber
to a record deal, but Usher beat him to the punch.
NSYNC's "Girlfriend" (2002)
Bieber recently stated he has not seen the NYSNC video for
"Girlfriend" but lightning is going to strike the little booger for
lying. Even I saw a clip of it years ago and I'm not a Timberlake fan
(though I did think NSYNC's music was better than his unoriginal solo
material). This is not the best way for Bieber to start off his
sophomore album, as critics will be brutal over the copying. Trying to
make Justin Bieber the new Justin Timberlake is a bad idea for his
credibility, as critics look for originality.
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