Justin Bieber
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| Born | March 1, 1994
London, Ontario, Canada |
| Birth name | Justin Drew Bieber |
| Nationality | Canadian |
| Occupation | Singer |
| Years active | 2007–present |
| Genres | Pop, R&B, EDM |
| Labels | RBMG, Island, Def Jam |
| Known for | Baby, Purpose, Sorry, Love Yourself, Peaches |
Justin Drew Bieber (born March 1, 1994) is a Canadian singer. He is a major figure in modern popular music and gained fame in the late 2000s with his debut extended play My World (2009).
His debut album My World 2.0 (2010) reached number one on the US Billboard 200. The single Baby became one of the best-selling songs in the United States. His second album Under the Mistletoe (2011) became the first Christmas album by a male artist to debut at number one. With Believe (2012), he became the youngest artist to earn five US number-one albums.
After a period of controversies, Bieber returned with Purpose (2015). It produced major hits including Love Yourself, Sorry, and What Do You Mean?. In 2017, he appeared on global hits Despacito and I'm the One. His albums Changes (2020) and Justice (2021) also debuted at number one. In 2025, he released Swag and Swag II.[1]
Bieber is one of the best-selling music artists, with over 150 million records sold worldwide. He has won Grammy Awards, American Music Awards, and Billboard Music Awards.
Early life
Justin Bieber was born on March 1, 1994, in London, Ontario, and grew up in Stratford. His parents were young when he was born, and he was raised mainly by his mother.
He learned to play piano, drums, guitar, and trumpet as a child. At age 12, he took part in a local singing competition. His mother uploaded his performance videos online, which helped him gain attention.[2]
Career
2007–2009: Beginning and My World
Bieber was discovered on YouTube by talent manager Scooter Braun. He later worked with singer Usher and signed a record deal.
His first single One Time was released in 2009. His debut EP My World gained commercial success. He became the first artist to have multiple songs from a debut release chart on the Billboard Hot 100.[3]
2010–2012: Breakthrough success
His album My World 2.0 (2010) made him the youngest solo male artist to top the Billboard 200 in decades. The song Baby became a global hit.
He released Under the Mistletoe (2011), which topped charts. His third album Believe (2012) showed a more mature sound and also reached number one.
2013–2014: Transition period
Bieber released the compilation Journals (2013) and experimented with new styles. During this period, he faced public controversies.[4]
2015–2017: Purpose era
Bieber returned with Purpose (2015). The album produced three number-one singles in the US. He became the first artist to hold the top three positions on the UK Singles Chart at the same time.
He also featured on Despacito, which became one of the biggest global hits.
2018–2022: Continued success
He collaborated with many artists and released Changes (2020) and Justice (2021). Songs like Peaches and Stay reached number one.
2023–present
In 2025, Bieber released Swag and Swag II. In 2026, he performed at major music festivals and saw increased streaming numbers.
Artistry
Bieber's music includes pop, R&B, and electronic styles. His early work focused on teen pop, while later music shows a more mature sound.
His voice and style have changed over time, reflecting his growth as an artist.
Personal life
Bieber has lived in both Canada and the United States. He has spoken about his experiences with fame and personal struggles.
He married model Hailey Baldwin in 2018, and they later had a child.
Health
Bieber has discussed mental health issues such as anxiety and depression. He was diagnosed with Lyme disease in 2020.
In 2022, he was diagnosed with Ramsay Hunt syndrome, which affected part of his face. He took a break from touring to recover.
Discography
2009 – My World 2010 – My World 2.0 2011 – Under the Mistletoe 2012 – Believe 2013 – Journals 2015 – Purpose 2020 – Changes 2021 – Justice 2025 – Swag 2025 – Swag II
Awards and nominations
- Grammy Awards – Winner - American Music Awards – Multiple wins - Billboard Music Awards – Multiple wins - MTV Video Music Awards – Winner - Juno Awards – Winner
References
- ↑ https://www.biography.com/musicians/justin-bieber
- ↑ https://www.usmagazine.com/celebrity-news/news/justin-bieber-gushes-over-wife-hailey-as-they-celebrate-his-32nd-birthday/
- ↑ https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/topic/Justin-Bieber
- ↑ https://www.usmagazine.com/celebrity-moms/news/hailey-bieber-details-son-jacks-life-at-home-with-justin-bieber/