NSYNC’s Chris Kirkpatrick is opening up about the group’s early days and their experiences with manager Lou Pearlman. In a recent interview, Kirkpatrick recalled how Pearlman would often ask him and his bandmates to share their personal lives and secrets, including what he referred to as ‘dirty pop.’ According to Kirkpatrick, Pearlman believed that by gaining insight into the boys’ personal lives, he could better manage them and help them achieve success. However, Kirkpatrick claims that this approach ultimately led to burnout and stress among the group members. The ‘Bye Bye Bye’ singer also expressed frustration with Pearlman’s handling of their finances, stating that they were not adequately compensated for their work. Despite these challenges, NSYNC went on to become one of the most successful boy bands in history, with hits like ‘It’s Gonna Be Me’ and ‘Pop.’