'It's Gonna Be May' ... on Friday. Cue the Justin Timberlake memes
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By John Beifuss
Published on April 29, 2026.
The lyrics of "It's Gonna Be May" by Al Jolson, which has been part of the Great American Songbook since 1921, have sparked internet memes, with the song's lyrics suggesting that April showers bring flowers that bloom in May. The song's origins lie in the 2000 hit single "It'm Gonna Me Me" from NSYNC's second album, "No Strings Attached," which was accompanied by a popular video showing Timberlake and his associates as living dolls. The phrase "It’s Gonna be May" quickly became a popular meme, usually posted on April 30, the last day of the month before May actually arrives. However, this meme seems to be losing some of its meaning.
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