In "Sexy Black Timberlake," Channel Tres explores his experiences as a young Black man on the rise in America, specifically addressing the societal tendency to either vilify Black men or objectify them as "mythical sex objects".
Compton-born artist released "Sexy Black Timberlake" in June 2019 as the lead single for his second EP, Black Moses . The track is a distinctive fusion of deep house, West Coast rap, and G-funk, characterized by his signature deep baritone voice. Meaning and Inspiration
Directed by , who previously worked on Tres' breakout hit "Controller," the music video was filmed in South Central Los Angeles. Channel Tres - Sexy Black Timberlake
Critics praised the song for its "immaculate blend" of genres and its role in redefining Black masculinity in dance music. Sexy Black Timberlake - Channel Tres
: Tres stated the song reflects times he felt objectified for his skin color depending on his actions or attire. In "Sexy Black Timberlake," Channel Tres explores his
: The video includes vintage Mercedes cars and choreography with Tres' dance squad, capturing what reviewers described as "South Central swagger". Critical Reception
: It features vivid colors and intimate close-ups, including shots of multiple hands caressing the artist to visualize the theme of objectification. Meaning and Inspiration Directed by , who previously
: The production blends the "Compton sound" influenced by Dr. Dre’s The Chronic with modern electronic dance music. Music Video