
Justin Timberlake Recalls Pitching Beyoncé on ‘Single Ladies’ Male Dancer ‘SNL’ Sketch: ‘She Was Not Having It’
In a recent interview, Justin Timberlake shared an amusing anecdote about trying to pitch Beyoncé on an “SNL” sketch idea that did not go over well. During the conversation, he recalled attempting to persuade Queen Bey to participate in a parody of her hit song “Single Ladies” featuring a male dancer.
Timberlake revealed that he was excited to share his concept with Beyoncé, but she was not impressed. He jokingly stated, “I said, ‘Hey, what if we do a version where the guys are dancing like the girls?’ She was not having it.”
The former NSYNC member went on to explain that his idea may have been ahead of its time or simply didn’t resonate with Beyoncé’s artistic vision. Regardless, Timberlake showed appreciation for their professional relationship and acknowledged her unwavering commitment to her artistry.
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