Just in time for Valentine’s day, Justin Timberlake has given his fans a little gift in the form of a new video for “Suit & Tie” the new single from new album, The 20/20 Experience.
Shot in stark black-and-white by director David Fincher, the video toggles between studio and concert footage of a tuxedoed Timberlake flanked by his band and orchestra and horn section, backup singers, and, of course, Jay Z himself, all dressed to the nines while cooly dancing under the bright lights (and a symmetrical array of lasers!) on stage. It’s a look that Timberlake’s been using in the imagery for his return to music — most recently in his performance during this year’s Grammy Awards — and recalls the sleek fashion and glamor of classic Hollywood (or even Janelle Monáe).
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And while Fincher has not always been known for his stylistic restraint in his films, this simple performance-based video is, at least for him, a masterclass in minimalism that puts the focus on the performance and the song rather than showy pyrotechnics. Ultimately, it’s anevocative video that perfectly illustrates the equally retro and forward-looking production, lush instrumentation and classy crooning that Timberlake showcases in this new song.