The song's lyrics revolve around themes of confidence and sexual appeal:
Timbaland provides the "interjections" and backing vocals throughout the track, including the famous "Go 'head, be gone with it" lines. Lyrics Highlights Justin Timberlake - SexyBack ft. Timbaland
Electropop and R&B with heavy distortion and synth elements. The song's lyrics revolve around themes of confidence
"I'm bringin' sexy back / Them other boys don't know how to act" including the famous "Go 'head