Does Justin Bieber’s “Boyfriend” video pay tribute to ‘Nsync?

There are quite a few similarities between Justin Bieber’s “Boyfriend” video and ‘NSYSC’s “Girlfriend” music video. According to MTV News, both clips contain laid-back parking lot parties filled with fancy cars, good looking girls and hip-hop-influenced dance breaks. After the pop star’s video premiere on MTV First, Sway Calloway asked Bieber whether he had seen the “Girlfriend” video. The pop star replied, "I haven't seen it," but he also admitted that Justin Timberlake has had a great influence on him, adding, "He was young, and he did it, and he was really amazing and had such amazing music. I can't say that I would be upset when someone compares me to him."