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Justin Timberlake Delivers a Spectacular Kickoff to the Forget Tomorrow World Tour in Vancouver

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In a blaze of charisma and musical mastery, Justin Timberlake ignited Rogers Arena in Vancouver, BC, marking the exhilarating debut of his Forget Tomorrow World Tour on April 30th. Backed by his 11-piece powerhouse band, the Tennessee Kids, and a troupe of sensational dancers, Timberlake delivered a performance that was nothing short of electrifying.

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For Timberlake, returning to Rogers Arena after six years was a triumphant homecoming. Having spent three weeks in Vancouver for rigorous rehearsals, the anticipation for this night was palpable. As he took the stage, Timberlake was visibly moved by the sea of adoring fans, expressing his heartfelt gratitude multiple times throughout the show.

Justin Timberlake

The energy reached its zenith during “Cry Me A River,” eliciting thunderous screams and an outpouring of fan cheers. Transitioning to a secondary stage nestled amongst the crowd, Timberlake fostered intimate moments for several songs, serenading fans with an acoustic rendition of “Selfish” that sparked a beautiful sing-along.

But it was the finale 4 tracks that truly captured the essence of Timberlake‘s prowess as a performer. With hits like “Can’t Stop The Feeling!,” “Rock Your Body,” “Sexy Back,” and “Mirrors,” Timberlake commanded the stage with unparalleled finesse, even standing on top of a giant screen platform to immerse the audience in a visual feast.

Justin Timberlake

The setlist, comprising 28 songs spanning his illustrious solo career, including tracks from his latest album Everything I Thought It Was, ensured a journey through Timberlake‘s musical evolution. Throughout the two-hour extravaganza, Timberlake effortlessly glided from one end of the stage to the other, captivating the audience with his seamless dance transitions and boundless energy.

Justin Timberlake

As the curtains fell on this unforgettable night, it was evident that Justin Timberlake‘s Forget Tomorrow World Tour had set the bar sky-high for live performances. With his innate ability to connect with fans old and new, Timberlake‘s star continues to shine brighter than ever before, leaving Vancouver in awe and eagerly anticipating his next encore.

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Setlist:

A-Stage
Memphis
No Angels
LoveStoned
Like I Love You
My Love
Technicolor (live debut)
Sanctified
Infinity Sex (live debut)
FutureSex/LoveSound (first time since 2017)
Imagination (live debut)
Drown (live debut)
Cry Me a River
Let the Groove Get In (first time since 2017)
My Favorite Drug (live debut)
Señorita
Summer Love
F**kin’ Up the Disco (live debut)

B-Stage
Play (live debut)
Suit & Tie
Flame (live debut)
Say Something (first time since 2019)
Pusher Love Girl
Until the End of Time
Selfish (acoustic)
What Goes Around… Comes Around (acoustic)

A-Stage
CAN’T STOP THE FEELING!
Rock Your Body
SexyBack

Floating Stage
Mirrors

All Photo Credit: Caroline Charruyer – Shot from the crowd with a point&shoot camera