Overview

• On July 5 at Lytham Festival, a sound malfunction interrupted Timberlake’s performance of his 2002 hit “Cry Me a River,” prompting a temporary halt to his set.
• Fan-shot video shows Timberlake raising his voice, shaking his head and making angry gestures at two crew members when informed of the delay.
• The clip has drawn divided responses online, with some viewers labeling his behavior unprofessional and others defending his frustration over technical setbacks.
• Observers note that performing “Cry Me a River,” long linked to his 2002 breakup with Britney Spears, added personal resonance to his reaction.
• Timberlake has not publicly addressed the outburst and is scheduled to finish his Forget Tomorrow World Tour in Turkey on July 30.