About the Song
"Can't Stop the Feeling!" is a song by American singer Justin Timberlake. It was released on May 6, 2016, as the lead single of the soundtrack to the film Trolls (2016), in which Timberlake voiced the character "Branch" and served as the executive music producer. It was written and produced by Timberlake, Max Martin, and Karl Schuster. Musically, "Can't Stop the Feeling!" is an uptempo disco-pop and soul-pop number with funk influences.
Meaning Behind the Lyrics
The lyrics of "Can't Stop the Feeling!" can be read as a celebration of joy and unrestrained happiness. For many listeners, the song evokes a sense of freedom and upliftment, encouraging them to embrace positive emotions. With its catchy melody and upbeat rhythm, it resonates with themes of dancing and letting go of inhibitions, making it an anthem for moments of pure enjoyment. The vibrant energy reflects the character it represents in the film, suggesting that feeling good and connecting with others can be both empowering and liberating.
Did You Know?
- Dubbed the "Prince of Pop", he is one of the best-selling music artists of all time.
- Billboard named him one of the greatest pop stars of the 21st century.
Music Details
These details come from the iTunes song listing used for the artwork and metadata match.
- Album/collection: TROLLS (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack)
- Genre: Soundtrack
- iTunes release date: May 6, 2016
- Track runtime: 3:58
Video Snapshot
- Video title: CAN'T STOP THE FEELING! (from DreamWorks Animation's "TROLLS")
- YouTube channel: Justin Timberlake
Quick Facts
- Artist: JUSTIN TIMBERLAKE
- Song: CAN'T STOP THE FEELING
- Album/collection: TROLLS (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack)
- Genre: Soundtrack
- Reference page: Can't Stop the Feeling!
