The song is apparently a response to Justin's song 'Cry Me a River' which was inspired by his former relationship with the '...Baby One More Time' hitmaker 14 years ago.
- August 27, 2016
AceShowbiz -
One of Britney Spears' "Glory" tracks is reportedly about her ex-boyfriend Justin Timberlake. Fans are speculating that "Liar" is a response to Justin's song "Cry Me a River", which was inspired by his former relationship with the "...Baby One More Time" hitmaker in 2002.
The beginning notes of "Liar" have a very similar vibe to the low bass humming in "Cry Me a River". A fan points out on Tumblr some similarities between the two songs' lyrics. In "Cry Me a River", Justin croons, "Your bridges were burned and now it's your turn to cry." In "Liar", Britney sings, "I'm left in the ash from the bridges you burned."
The lyrics of "Liar" also seemingly refer to two other Justin songs including "What Goes Around...Comes Around" and "Holy Grail".
Britney ended her three-year relationship with Justin in 2002. The music video for "Cry Me a River" gained considerable media attention due to implications that the "Toxic" hitmaker cheated on the former NSYNC singer.
Britney's ninth album "Glory", featuring 17 tracks including "Make Me..." featuring G-Eazy, "Private Show", "Clumsy", "Just Luv Me", "Do You Wanna Come Over?" and "Coupure Electrique", is now available on iTunes, Spotify and Amazon.
My new album is now available in all its Glory. #GloryOutNow https://t.co/GyJGkc2ppt
— Britney Spears (@britneyspears) August 26, 2016
