One of the most anticipated films of the year, Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman’s Deadpool & Wolverine is finally out in theatres. While the film may have received divisive reviews from fans, there’s unanimous agreement that it boasts one of the best openings in the MCU.
Starring Reynolds’ Deadpool, the opening follows him battling TVA agents while dancing to the classic NSYNC hit Bye Bye Bye, a track released 24 years ago. The latest MCU installment has brought renewed attention to the song, with audiences expressing their gratefulness for the band.
Ryan Reynolds’ Deadpool & Wolverine Opening Shines with NSYNC’s Bye Bye Bye
Ryan Reynolds‘ Deadpool & Wolverine has generated a tremendous response from Marvel fans, who have been eagerly awaiting a standout entry in the MCU after a series of disappointing releases.
With a plethora of cameos and references to the MCU and beyond, Deadpool & Wolverine make a powerful and edgy debut in the cinematic universe, backed by the boy band NSYNC’s music.
The film’s opening features Deadpool grooving to NSYNC’s hit Bye Bye Bye, which spent ten weeks at number one on the charts following its release in 2000. However, it was not the first X-Men film to feature the Grammy-nominated song.
The song was also featured briefly in the 2003 movie X2, much to Hugh Jackman’s Wolverine’s chagrin. And its inclusion in the new Deadpool film has brought renewed attention to the hit single, with fans rediscovering it after enjoying the Merc with a Mouth’s multiversal escapades.
NSYNC’s Bye Bye Bye Makes a Comeback With Deadpool & Wolverine
Over two decades after its initial release, NSYNC’s iconic hit Bye Bye Bye is experiencing a remarkable resurgence, thanks to its prominent feature in Deadpool & Wolverine. Released in 2000, it quickly became synonymous with the boy band comprising Chris Kirkpatrick, Justin Timberlake, Joey Fatone, Lance Bass, and JC Chasez.
The lead single from their third studio album No Strings Attached, made an impressive debut on the Billboard Hot 100 at number 42 and dominated the charts, later spending ten weeks at the top.
The music video of the song, starring Kim Smith alongside the band, was also ranked among the greatest music videos of all time, known for its energetic choreography and memorable visuals.
In a delightful twist, Deadpool & Wolverine features Deadpool himself grooving to the award-winning choreography of the song. The cinematic nod has rekindled interest in the song, now updated with a new title and description as “Official Video from Deadpool and Wolverine” on YouTube.
The music video has seen a significant uptick in views since the film’s release. According to a 2020 Entertainment Weekly report, the video had over 214 million views at the time, and it currently boasts more than 364 million views.
It also has an impressive 562 million streams on Spotify, a testament to its enduring appeal. While the exact impact of the movie on these numbers remains unclear, the song’s renewed popularity is evident in the comment section of the music video.
“Best opening Marvel has done in decades of MCU, thank you NSYNC,” one of the many fans stated in the comment section. Many others also highlighted the song’s role in the film’s standout opening scene, while sharing their gratitude towards the boy band.
NSYNC recently performed Bye Bye Bye in their recent reunion at Justin Timberlake’s One Night Only concert. As Deadpool & Wolverine continues to draw audiences, it’s clear that NSYNC’s Bye Bye Bye is enjoying a well-deserved second wave of acclaim, proving that great music truly stands the test of time.
Deadpool & Wolverine is playing in theatres.
