Today in news to make you feel old ‘N Sync’s “Bye Bye Bye” came out fifteen years ago. Such a long time ago, important, essential facts about this gem of pop culture might have slipped through your memory. Luckily we have a quick rundown of all the memorable moments and revelations to come out of this Grammy nominated song.
1. In the early 2000s, shirts were sometimes held together with a delicate string.
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None of these wimpy cut-outs, these shirts straight up didn’t have a back.
2. One of the hottest dance moves was “the lean.”
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It’s all about control.
3. Pockets.

Is that a purse from Zenon strapped to Joey Fatone’s leg? No. It’s an only vaguely attached pocket.
4. The guys wielded magic.
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Obviously to fight the recently supernatural Backstreet Boys.
5. Evil laugh of doom from the Ramon Noodle monster!
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6. Evil ex-girlfriends can be identified by their Doberman pincers.
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Just FYI.
7. This happened.
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8. Justin Timberlake is super sassy when you turn him sideways.
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And, little known fact, oddly aloof when upside down.
9. CDs!

Back in my day…
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