"Mirrors", the second single from J.T.'s newest album, The 20/20 Experience, is much more in the same vein of FutureSex/LoveSounds than the first single, "Suit & Tie (feat. Jay-Z). The signature beat-box percussion sound is featured, along with a more pop/hip-hop style instrumental. J.T.'s vocals are as fantastic as always, and are also much more along the lines of his previous pop work. The backing string section is well done also, adding emphasis to certain beats and the overall pop tone. Now, while the song has the same sound as his previous albums, it also reveals a maturity that has occurred over the last 7 years since his last album, which is expected. It is a more grown up love song, and is filled with lots of lines that make me smile. I'm a romantic at heart, so this may not ring true for everyone.
Another aspect that is similar to FutureSex/LoveSounds is the outro, which almost all the songs on that album had either an outro or an intro. It features a stripped down hip-hop beat with a great bass drum, and J.T. serenading the listener while his backing vocals repeat "You are, you are, the love, of my life".
Overall, this is a spectacular song, and a perfect choice as another single for his upcoming album. I am even more excited for the release, which is expected on March 19th. Great job Justin! 5/5
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