Bells are ringing, it’s time to scream and shout (scream and shout) — but everybody’s crying on Twitter ’cause the new line of NSYNC merchandise is sold out.
Fifteen years after they split up in 2002, the record-breaking boy band back with a new line of holiday merch that’s sent fans into a frenzy.
The line of Christmas-themed sweaters, ornaments, and more was announced on social media to much excitement earlier this month, and almost immediately sold out when it hit the online store late last week.
It’s his merch in a box! NSYNC has released a new line of holiday merchandise
Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays! The collection was released in celebration of the band’s 20th anniversary
We’ve been waiting all year for this night… It included items like this sweater featuring the band as marionettes
‘Cause everybody knows… it’s Christmastime! The band’s holiday single is still a favorite around this time of year
Justin Timberlake, Lance Bass, Joey Fatone, JC Chasez, and Chris Kirkpatrick haven’t made music together since their last album, Celebrity, came out in 2001. After touring for the CD, Justin left to embark on a solo career — but fans have never given up on them.
Their holiday album — and its lead single, Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays — is still a favorite, and love for the song seems to have inspired the band to put out some new goodies this year.
‘The band is thrilled to create an exciting new line of merch with Epic Rights in celebration of our 20th Anniversary,’ Lance Bass said in a statement.
On November 16, The limited-edition collection went on sale on NSYNC’s website, with this announcement on the official Twitter account: We may have been “Gone”, but were “Thinking of You” & since “It’s Christmas” here’s an ugly sweater, a stocking & some other things too.’
Bye, bye, bye! All of the merchandise sold out in under 24 hours
Feel the love in the room from the floor to the ceiling! Fans were thrilled when the announcement was made
It’s the best time of the year for the family! The shirts, shoes, and ornaments went quickly
I want you back (in stock)! A message on the website indicates that they underestimated demand and may restock
Just-in time for the holidays! There are also two pins in Christmas colors
‘I. AM. DYING. BRAND. NEW. *NSYNC. MERCH. I am suddenly a giddy screaming crying 16 year old again,’ one thrilled fan wrote.
‘In case anyone needs Christmas ideas I will gladly accept *NSYNC merch like it’s the year 2000 all over again,’ said another.
The collection was comprised of three sweaters for $45 to $80, including one that featured the marionette-like versions of the singers from their It’s Gonna Be Me video.
There was a T-shirt, a mug, and slip-on shoes with a cartoon of the band and the words ‘It’s Gonna Be Sleigh,’ as well as a tree ornament, two pins, and a beanie (hilariously called the ‘Tearin’ Up My Hat’).
Here we go! Fans took to Twitter to share their excitement
Gotta have it! Lots of fans couldn’t believe they were going to spend money on NSYNC stuff in 2017
Digital get down: Many seemed ready to click as soon as it all went on sale
Just got paid: A few remarked on the differences in their finances between now and when NSYNC was popular
For the girl who has everything… Fans were laughing at the fun puns
Unfortunately, the band seems to have underestimated the demand for NSYNC Christmas merch, and everything sold out in under 24 hours.
‘We will talk to Santa ASAP!’ the site reads, indicating there might be another run available soon.
Fans who didn’t manage to get their hands on anything have taken to Twitter to express their disappointment — especially since, as a few pointed out, they can actually afford to buy it themselves these days, instead of asking their parents for money.
‘It’s all sold out … are you bringing it back?!’ wrote one, using crying emojis.
Others who managed to snag some were happy to brag about their hauls.
They’re back! NSYNC stopped making music in 2002 when Justin went solo
You’ve seen them all come and go, oh… People were very upset when everything sold out
Gone! ll of the pieces were gone in less than a day
‘I just bought some @NSYNC merch for the first time without asking my parents for their credit card! Happy Holidays to me!’ wrote one.
‘Who would have thought I’d be buying *NSYNC merch in my 30s?! Merry Christmas to meeeee!’ wrote another.
The band has also released its Christmas album on vinyl for the first time ever, and it is still available to purchase for $29.98 from Urban Outfitters.