The devotees of the 'Criminal' songstress are rallying behind her track, which was released in 2011, after her former boyfriend was arrested for driving while intoxicated.
- June 20, 2024
AceShowbiz - On June 18, Justin Timberlake was arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol. Following the news, Britney Spears' fans took to social media to encourage others to purchase her Femme Fatale hit "Criminal". The song, released in 2011, is currently rising on the iTunes Pop Chart.
This surge in popularity comes amid revelations by Spears in her 2023 memoir, "The Woman in Me," about her relationship with Timberlake. In the book, she alleges that he pressured her to have an abortion and made her look like the harbinger of his heartbreak.
Timberlake has previously faced backlash from Spears' fans, particularly after his arrest in 2018 for smoking marijuana in New York City. In 2023, Spears' fans also championed her song "Selfish" after Timberlake released a single with the same name.
The rise of "Criminal" not only reflects Spears' fans' continued support but also their dissatisfaction with Timberlake's past actions. Spears' revelations about their relationship have further fueled the animosity towards Timberlake, who was once celebrated as America's golden boy.
As Timberlake faces legal consequences for his DWI arrest, Spears' fans are using "Criminal" as a symbol of their support for her and their condemnation of his behavior.
