To accommodate Nelly’s inclusion, the original music video was re-edited, splicing in footage of the rapper and Timberlake and removing a drag racing sequence. 📈 Chart & Cultural Impact
Pharrell noted that Timberlake's ability to handle the R&B-infused track was proof he could "sing every part," from smooth soul highs to raspy lows. Girlfriend (The Neptunes Remix)
The song hit #1 in Canada and the Top 10 in the UK, Germany, and Australia. To accommodate Nelly’s inclusion, the original music video
The Neptunes replaced the original production with their signature "lush minimalism". To accommodate Nelly’s inclusion