Britney Spears Praises Justin Timberlake's 'Selfish,' Offers Apology for Book Remarks

Just days after Justin Timberlake released his new single “Selfish,” Britney Spears expressed her admiration on Instagram. On Monday, Britney posted a recent video featuring her ex-boyfriend performing “Selfish” and other songs alongside American TV show host Jimmy Fallon and The Roots on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon. Addressing her 2023 memoir, “The Woman in Me,” Britney took the opportunity to ‘apologize’ for certain aspects mentioned in the book. The memoir had gained widespread attention for the revelations it made about Britney’s life and her past relationship with Justin. The singer shared her sentiments about the book, acknowledging the need for an apology and offering it in her post, creating a buzz among fans and media alike.

Britney Spears ‘loves’ Justin Timberlake’s Selfish

In an Instagram Reels caption, Britney Spears extended an apology for certain content in her book, stating, “I wanna apologize for some of the things I wrote about. If I offended anyone I genuinely care about, I am deeply sorry.” Expressing admiration for Justin Timberlake’s new song “Selfish,” Britney praised its quality and humorously noted her laughter whenever she sees Justin and Jimmy together. She also acknowledged the impressive nature of Justin’s recent debut, “Sanctified.” Interestingly, Britney’s 2011 track “Selfish” gained momentum on iTunes, surpassing Justin’s new lead single with the same name, thanks to the support from her fans, who rallied behind the 13-year-old song. The dynamic interaction between the two artists and the unexpected resurgence of Britney’s track added a compelling twist to the narrative.

What did Britney Spears say in her book?

In her memoir, a highly discussed book released last year, Britney Spears unveiled numerous revelations about her life and career, including the challenges within her relationship with former boyfriend Justin Timberlake. Dated from 1999 to 2002, Britney shared insights into various aspects of their relationship, notably revealing the emotional turmoil surrounding an abortion she underwent during that time.

In an excerpt initially published by People in October 2023, Britney described the pregnancy as a ‘surprise,’ even though she had always ‘expected’ to start a family with Justin Timberlake. Detailing the difficult situation, she wrote, “But Justin definitely wasn’t happy about the pregnancy. He said we weren’t ready to have a baby in our lives, that we were way too young.” The experience remained one of the most agonizing moments in Britney’s life. She further revealed that Justin attempted to console her after the abortion by playing the guitar. The disclosure added a poignant layer to their past relationship, inviting reflection and discussion.