Backstreet Boys to Sponsor NASCAR Driver; dale Earnhardt Jr. reveals Love for the Band
The Backstreet Boys are taking their act to the NASCAR track, sponsoring John hunter Nemechek’s No. 42 Legacy Motor Club Toyota Camry Cup Series car at Las Vegas Motor Speedway this weekend. The collaboration coincides with the group’s upcoming “into The Millennium” residency at Sphere in las Vegas, starting July 11. This announcement also sparked a surprising revelation from NASCAR legend Dale Earnhardt jr., who confessed his love for the Backstreet Boys, particularly their hit song, “Show Me the Meaning of Being Lonely.”
Backstreet Boys Partnership Brings New Livery to No. 42 Car
The partnership between Legacy motor Club and the iconic boy band has resulted in a brand-new livery for nemecheks car. The design promotes the Backstreet Boys’ “Into The Millennium” residency at the Sphere in Las Vegas. This isn’t the first time Legacy Motor Club has partnered with a musical act. Past collaborations include Guns N’ Roses and Creed.
“We had successful campaigns with Guns N’ Roses and Creed in the past, and Backstreet Boys will be just as fun,” said Jimmie Johnson of Legacy Motor Club. “the No.42 Toyota Camry looks really cool, and we can’t wait for fans to see the Backstreet Boys represented on track.”
Dale Earnhardt Jr.’s Backstreet Boys Confession
adding an unexpected twist to the announcement, Dale Earnhardt Jr. publicly shared his recognition for the Backstreet Boys. He specifically called out the song “Show Me the Meaning of Being Lonely” as a personal favorite.
“A long time ago,I was riding down the street; back when you tweeted pretty much every thought in your brain,” Earnhardt Jr. said. “I was driving down the road, that song came on, and I was like, ’Oh hell, I gotta tell everybody that I love this song. Show Me the Meaning of being Lonely’ is a jam. If that comes on, I’m singing it!'”
Race details
The race will take place at the 1.5-mile tri-oval intermediate speedway in Las Vegas, Nevada. Fans can catch the action live on Fox Sports 1, or listen via MRN and SiriusXM NASCAR Radio, starting at 3:30 p.m.ET. Kyle Larson is the defending winner of the 267-lap event.
dale Jr.Reflects on a Rocky Start With Wife Amy
In a lighter moment, Dale Earnhardt Jr. and his wife Amy reminisced about their first date, revealing that Dale Jr. wasn’t exactly a charmer at first.
Amy recalled, ”First date, we sat across from each other, [he] had hardly anything to say, but he ate half of my food and got up and was like, ‘Alright, it’s time to go, because I’m done.’ I’d rather him sit next to me so I can hold his hand, at least have some intimacy!”
Earnhardt jr. himself admitted, “I was terrible… I was a terrible date for a while.” Despite the initial awkwardness,the couple has been married for eight years,celebrating their wedding on New Year’s Eve in 2016. Dale Jr. retired from full-time Cup Series racing the following year.
What specific aspects of the Backstreet Boys’ music or brand are being incorporated into the NASCAR car’s design?
Backstreet Boys & NASCAR: Your Burning Questions Answered!
The Backstreet Boys are hitting the NASCAR track, and it’s bringing a whole new level of excitement! Here’s a breakdown of the buzz, with answers to your top questions:
Q&A: Unpacking the Backstreet Boys & NASCAR Partnership
- Q: What’s the deal with the Backstreet Boys sponsoring a NASCAR car?
- A: The iconic boy band is sponsoring John Hunter Nemechek’s No. 42 Legacy Motor Club Toyota Camry Cup Series car at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway. This collaboration is timed to coincide with their “into The Millennium” residency at the Sphere in Las Vegas, starting July 11th.
- Q: What does the car look like?
- A: The car features a brand-new livery promoting the Backstreet Boys’ Las Vegas residency. think vibrant colors and bold graphics! (Check out the race to see the design!)
- Q: Who is Dale Earnhardt Jr., and why is he talking about the Backstreet Boys?
- A: Dale Earnhardt Jr. is a NASCAR legend and Hall of Famer. He surprised everyone by publicly declaring his love for the Backstreet Boys,especially their hit ”Show Me the Meaning of Being Lonely.” He even admitted to tweeting his love for the song years ago.
- Q: Has Legacy Motor Club partnered with musicians before?
- A: Yes! They have a track record of prosperous collaborations with musical acts, including Guns N’ Roses and Creed.Legacy Motor Club is known for integrating music into their NASCAR program.
- Q: When and were can I watch the race?
- A: The race takes place at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway this weekend. Tune in to Fox Sports 1, or listen via MRN and SiriusXM NASCAR Radio, starting at 3:30 p.m. ET.Remember, Kyle Larson is the defending winner, so the competition will be fierce!
- Q: What’s the deal with Dale Jr.’s first date with his wife, Amy?
- A: In a lighthearted interlude, they reminisced about their first date, revealing Dale Jr.wasn’t exactly a smooth operator initially. He ate half of Amy’s food and then abruptly left! Don’t worry, the couple has been married for eight years, celebrating their wedding on New Year’s Eve in 2016. Dale Jr.retired from full-time Cup Series racing the following year.
- Q: Any fun trivia?
- A: The Backstreet Boys are one of the best-selling music acts of all time,with over 100 million records sold worldwide! (Maybe Dale Jr. has a few Backstreet Boys albums in his collection…)
Ready to see the Backstreet Boys’ car in action? Don’t miss the race for a unique blend of music and motorsports excitement!
