Justin Timberlake's Electric Castle Performance Sparks Controversy: Fans Claim Lip-Syncing After Rainy Wait

CLUJ-NAPOCA, Romania – International pop sensation Justin Timberlake's highly anticipated performance at Romania's Electric Castle festival on July 23, 2025, left many fans disappointed. Attendees, who had braved hours of rain, reported that Timberlake took the stage 45 minutes later than scheduled. Concerns were further raised by concert-goers regarding the authenticity of his vocal delivery. "The issue wasn’t the rain or even his outfit, it was that he didn’t actually sing," stated Alexandra Andora, an attendee who shared footage from the event. The performance, which drew a massive crowd, has sparked debate among fans and critics alike regarding live music authenticity at major festivals.

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Justin Timberlake Is Catching Serious Heat for “Not Singing” During His Own Con…

“The damage is done, so I guess I’ll be leaving.” — People in the audience, probably.