'Uncool' Justin Timberlake

Jun 22, 2007, 13:00 GMT

Justin Timberlake sings on stage of the Amsterdam ArenA, the Netherlands, 16 June 2007 as part of his 2007 world tour. EPA/MARCEL ANTONISSE

Justin Timberlake has a lot in common with his 'Shrek' character.

The singer-and-actor could relate to his animated character Artie in 'Shrek the Third' - because they are both "uncool" and hated school.

Justin, 26, told Bliss magazine: "My character in the film is not cool. He's a bright-eyed kid who's been told his whole life he's a loser, but he gets the opportunity to grow.

"When I was a kid, I felt I didn't fit in and didn't enjoy school. That's how I was able to play Artie because he doesn't fit in that much. I was a good student, but school wasn't awesome for me and I felt bored."

'Shrek the Third' is Justin's debut role in an animated movie.

The 'SexyBack' singer recently confessed he enjoyed making films, but has no intention to become a full-time film star.

He said: "I don't aspire to be a movie star - I get enough attention.

"I always wanted to act but I never really had the courage. I thought I wasn't going to get the opportunity to do it the way I wanted to do it."

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