Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Justin Bieber
How Justin Bieber built a successful career. Explore key moments that defined the journey.
Justin Bieber is a Canadian singer who gained fame in the late 2000s after being discovered on YouTube. His debut EP, My World (2009), achieved international recognition, establishing him as a teen idol and a prominent figure in contemporary pop music.
1963: Youngest Solo Male Act Since Stevie Wonder
In January 2010, With the release of his album "My World 2.0", Justin Bieber became the youngest solo male act to top the US Billboard 200 since Stevie Wonder in 1963.
1964: First Act Since The Beatles
Justin Bieber became the first solo act since the Beatles in 1964 to chart three solo songs in the top five of the US Billboard Hot 100 simultaneously, emphasizing his historical achievement in the music industry.
1965: Elvis Presley's Record Broken
In 2021, Justin Bieber broke Elvis Presley's 1965 record for the youngest solo act to have eight US number-one albums.
1965: Youngest Artist Since Elvis Presley
Justin Bieber became the youngest solo artist since Elvis Presley in 1965 to have eight number-one albums on the Billboard 200, solidifying his place in music history.
2004: Third Artist in History
Justin Bieber became only the third artist in history, after the Beatles in 1964 and Usher in 2004, to hold the top-two positions of the Billboard Year-End Hot 100 Chart, underscoring his place among music legends.
2005: First Artist since Elvis Presley
Following the release of Purpose, Justin Bieber became the first artist since Elvis Presley in 2005 to replace his own song as number one on the UK Singles Chart, showcasing his significant impact on music charts.
2007: Discovered by Scooter Braun
In 2007, Scooter Braun accidentally clicked on one of Justin Bieber's YouTube videos where he was covering Ne-Yo's "So Sick". Impressed, Braun contacted Bieber's mother, Mallette, and eventually convinced her to let Bieber go with him to record demo tapes in Atlanta, Georgia. He later sang for Usher.
2007: Singing Competition and YouTube Beginnings
In early 2007, at age 12, Justin Bieber performed Ne-Yo's "So Sick" for a local singing competition in Stratford, placing second. His mother, Mallette, posted a video of the performance on YouTube, leading to growing popularity on the site through covers of R&B songs.
2007: First Male Artist Since Justin Timberlake
Justin Bieber became the first male artist since Justin Timberlake in 2007 to have three number-one singles from an album in the US, cementing his status as a top male artist.
October 2008: Signed to Island Records
In October 2008, Justin Bieber was signed to Island Records by L.A. Reid, leading to a joint venture between RBMG and Island Records. Chris Hicks was appointed as executive vice-president of Def Jam to manage Bieber's career at the label, and Bieber moved to Atlanta with his mother to work with Braun and Usher.
2008: Voice coaching with Jan Smith
In 2008, Justin Bieber began receiving voice coaching from Jan Smith, indicating early efforts to refine and develop his vocal abilities.
July 2009: "One Time" Released to Radio
In July 2009, Justin Bieber's first single, "One Time", was released to radio, reaching number 12 on the Canadian Hot 100 during its first week and number 17 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the United States.
November 2009: Pre-album YouTube fanbase
Prior to the release of his album 'My World' in November 2009, Justin Bieber's early fanbase was developed on YouTube attracting millions of views.
November 17, 2009: Release of My World
On November 17, 2009, Justin Bieber's first release, an extended play titled My World, was released.
December 20, 2009: Performance at the White House
On December 20, 2009, Justin Bieber performed "Someday at Christmas" for US President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama at the White House for Christmas in Washington.
2009: Appearances on Talk Shows
Following the release of his 2009 singles, "One Time" and "One Less Lonely Girl", Justin Bieber appeared on The Ellen DeGeneres Show, The Wendy Williams Show, and Good Morning America. This increased his popularity, leading to a global fandom.
2009: International Recognition with My World
In 2009, Justin Bieber's debut extended play, My World, gained international recognition, establishing him as a teen idol.
2009: "Bad Romance" Surpassed
In July 2010, Justin Bieber's video for "Baby" surpassed Lady Gaga's "Bad Romance" (2009) as the most viewed, and most disliked, YouTube video at the time.
January 2010: "Baby" Released from My World 2.0
In January 2010, "Baby" featuring Ludacris was released from Justin Bieber's debut album, My World 2.0, becoming an international hit.
January 31, 2010: Presenter at the Grammy Awards
On January 31, 2010, Justin Bieber was a presenter at the 52nd Annual Grammy Awards.
March 12, 2010: "Wavin' Flag" Release for Haiti Benefit
On March 12, 2010, Justin Bieber was featured in a version of K'naan's "Wavin' Flag", recorded by Young Artists for Haiti, performing the closing lines to benefit Haiti after the earthquake.
April 2010: "Somebody to Love" Released
In April 2010, "Somebody to Love", the following single from My World 2.0, was released, and a remix featuring Bieber's mentor Usher was subsequently launched.
May 2010: Featured on Soulja Boy's "Rich Girl"
In May 2010, Justin Bieber was featured in rapper Soulja Boy's song "Rich Girl".
September 12, 2010: Performance at MTV Video Music Awards
On September 12, 2010, Justin Bieber performed a medley of his singles "U Smile", "Baby", and "Somebody to Love", and briefly played the drums, at the 2010 MTV Video Music Awards.
September 23, 2010: Guest Starred on CSI: Crime Scene Investigation
On September 23, 2010, Justin Bieber guest-starred in the season premiere of the CBS American crime drama CSI: Crime Scene Investigation.
October 2010: Release of Autobiography: First Step 2 Forever: My Story
In October 2010, Justin Bieber released his first book, Justin Bieber: First Step 2 Forever: My Story, an autobiography featuring text from Bieber and photographs from Robert Caplin.
November 26, 2010: My Worlds Acoustic Album Release
On November 26, 2010, Justin Bieber released an acoustic album called My Worlds Acoustic in the United States, featuring acoustic versions of songs from his previous albums, and a new song titled "Pray".
2010: Debut performance of "Pray"
During the debut performance of "Pray" at the 2010 American Music Awards, Justin Bieber's changing voice became evident, as puberty was considered a potential threat to his career at the time.
2010: Partnership with Proactiv and OPI
In 2010, Justin Bieber signed a deal with Proactiv and partnered with Nicole by OPI to launch the "The One Less Lonely Girl Collection" nail polish line, which sold one million bottles in less than two months.
2010: Trending topic on Twitter
In 2010, Justin Bieber was frequently a trending topic on Twitter and was named the top-trending star on the platform as his fans actively discussed him.
2010: My World 2.0 Topped Billboard 200
In 2010, Justin Bieber's debut album, My World 2.0, topped the US Billboard 200, making him the youngest solo male to achieve this in 47 years. The lead single, "Baby" featuring Ludacris, became a best-selling single.
2010: "Beliebers" as top words
In 2010, Justin Bieber's fanbase, known as "Beliebers," was recognized as among the top words of the year, highlighting his growing influence and popularity.
2010: MTV Award for Best New Artist
Justin Bieber was awarded the MTV Award for Best New Artist in 2010, marking his initial recognition on a major stage and validating his emerging talent.
February 11, 2011: Release of "Justin Bieber: Never Say Never"
On February 11, 2011, "Justin Bieber: Never Say Never", a 3-D part-biopic, part-concert film starring Justin Bieber, was released and topped the box office with an estimated gross of $12.4 million on its opening day.
February 14, 2011: Release of "Never Say Never – The Remixes"
On February 14, 2011, Justin Bieber's second remix album, "Never Say Never – The Remixes", which features remixes of songs from his debut album with guest appearances from Miley Cyrus, Chris Brown, and Kanye West, among others was released.
February 17, 2011: Character's Death on CSI
On February 17, 2011, Justin Bieber appeared in a subsequent episode of CSI: Crime Scene Investigation, in which his character is killed.
February 18, 2011: NBA All-Star Celebrity Game MVP
On February 18, 2011, Justin Bieber participated in the 2011 NBA All-Star Celebrity Game, where he was named the Most Valuable Player (MVP).
March 2011: Hair donation to The Gentle Barn
In March 2011, Justin Bieber donated his hair to Ellen DeGeneres during his appearance in her talkshow The Ellen DeGeneres Show. His hair sold on eBay for more than $40,000 and the proceeds benefited the animal rescue charity, The Gentle Barn.
May 2011: Donation to Japanese Red Cross
In May 2011, following the earthquake and tsunami in Japan in March 2011, Justin Bieber donated proceeds from his concerts in Japan to the Japanese Red Cross.
June 2011: CMT Music Award, Forbes ranking, and new single
In June 2011, Justin Bieber's album track from Never Say Never titled "That Should Be Me" (featuring Rascal Flatts), won him his first award in country music for Collaborative Video of the Year at the CMT Music Awards. Also in June 2011, Time magazine named Bieber one of the 100 most influential people in the world on their annual list. In June 2011, Bieber was ranked No. 2 on the Forbes list of Best-Paid Celebrities under 30. The same month, his collaborative single "Next to You" with American singer Chris Brown was released.
November 1, 2011: Release of 'Under the Mistletoe' album
On November 1, 2011, Justin Bieber released his second studio album, the Christmas-themed "Under the Mistletoe".
December 2011: Donation to Whitney Elementary School
In December 2011, Justin Bieber donated $100,000 to Whitney Elementary School in Las Vegas to provide students from low income families.
2011: Launch of debut fragrance, Someday
In 2011, Justin Bieber launched his debut fragrance, Someday, which grossed over $3 million in sales at Macy's in under three weeks, marking a successful celebrity-led launch.
2011: Honored with a Star in Stratford
In 2011, Justin Bieber was honored with a star in front of Avon Theater in Stratford, Ontario, Canada, where he used to perform as a young busker. This recognition symbolized his roots and early beginnings.
2011: Included on Forbes' list of top ten most powerful celebrities
In 2011, Justin Bieber was included on Forbes' list of the top ten most powerful celebrities.
2011: Under the Mistletoe: First Christmas Album
In 2011, Justin Bieber's second album, Under the Mistletoe, became the first Christmas album by a male artist to debut atop the chart.
February 2012: Featured on Far East Movement's "Live My Life"
In February 2012, Justin Bieber was featured on Far East Movement's song "Live My Life", from their fourth studio album, Dirty Bass.
March 26, 2012: Release of "Boyfriend" single
On March 26, 2012, Justin Bieber released "Boyfriend", the first single from his upcoming third studio album. The song debuted at number two on the US Billboard Hot 100.
May 2012: Production for "Justin Bieber's Believe" entered
In May 2012, the production for the film Justin Bieber's Believe entered.
May 29, 2012: Release of "Die in Your Arms" promotional single
On May 29, 2012, Justin Bieber released "Die in Your Arms" as the first promotional single from his upcoming album.
June 11, 2012: Release of "As Long as You Love Me" single
On June 11, 2012, Justin Bieber released "As Long as You Love Me" (featuring Big Sean) as the second single from his album Believe. The song peaked at number six on the Billboard Hot 100.
June 2012: Launch of Girlfriend fragrance
In June 2012, Justin Bieber launched his second fragrance, Girlfriend, building on the success of his first fragrance.
June 19, 2012: Release of "Believe" Album
On June 19, 2012, Justin Bieber released his third studio album, Believe, through Island Records. The album showcased a departure from his previous teen pop sound, incorporating elements of dance-pop and R&B.
September 2012: Featured on Carly Rae Jepsen's "Beautiful"
In September 2012, Justin Bieber was featured on "Beautiful", a song from Carly Rae Jepsen's second studio album, Kiss.
September 2012: Start of Believe Tour
In September 2012, Justin Bieber's Believe Tour, which further promoted the album, began in Glendale, Arizona.
October 2012: Release of "Beauty and a Beat" single
In October 2012, Justin Bieber released "Beauty and a Beat" (featuring Nicki Minaj), as the third single from the album Believe. The music video broke the record for most views in 24 hours upon release, with 10.6 million views.
November 23, 2012: Presented with Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal
On November 23, 2012, Justin Bieber was presented with the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal by the former Prime Minister of Canada, Stephen Harper. He was among 60,000 Canadians to receive the medal that year.
December 14, 2012: Announcement of Believe Acoustic album
On December 14, 2012, Justin Bieber appeared on The Ellen DeGeneres Show, where he announced plans to release an acoustic album titled Believe Acoustic.
2012: Endorsement deal with Adidas
In 2012, Justin Bieber endorsed Adidas, alongside Derrick Rose and Venus Williams, becoming a face of the brand.
2012: Believe and Acoustic Re-release
In 2012, Justin Bieber explored dance-pop on his third album, Believe; its acoustic re-release made him the first artist in Billboard history to have five US number-one albums by the age of 18.
2012: Included on Forbes list
In 2012, Justin Bieber was included on the Forbes annual list of highest-paid celebrities.
2012: Campaign for Charity: Water
On his birthday in 2012, Justin Bieber launched his campaign to urge his followers to donate on Twitter to Charity: Water which is a nonprofit that brings potable drinking water to people in developing countries.
January 2013: Most-followed person on Twitter
In January 2013, Justin Bieber surpassed Lady Gaga to become the most-followed person on Twitter for the first time, holding the record for 11 months.
January 29, 2013: Release of Believe Acoustic Album
On January 29, 2013, Justin Bieber released Believe Acoustic album. The album debuted at number one on the Billboard 200, making Bieber the first artist in history to have five number-one albums in the US before turning 19.
February 9, 2013: Hosting and Musical Guest Appearance on Saturday Night Live
On February 9, 2013, Justin Bieber returned to Saturday Night Live as the host and musical guest. His appearance was criticized by critics and cast members.
July 2013: Launch of The Key fragrance
In July 2013, Justin Bieber launched his third fragrance, The Key, expanding his fragrance line.
August 2013: Leak of Michael Jackson remix and Lil Twist collaboration
In mid-August 2013, a remixed duet version of Michael Jackson's previously unreleased song "Slave to the Rhythm", featuring Bieber, leaked online, leading to criticism. Later, a song titled "Twerk" by rapper Lil Twist, featuring Bieber as well as Miley Cyrus, also leaked.
October 3, 2013: Announcement of Music Mondays series
On October 3, 2013, Justin Bieber announced the release of a new song every Monday for 10 weeks leading up to the release of the film Justin Bieber's Believe.
December 9, 2013: Release of "Confident" and announcement of "Journals" album
On December 9, 2013, Justin Bieber released the final song from his Music Mondays series, "Confident" (featuring Chance the Rapper). It was also announced that all 10 tracks would be featured on the compilation album Journals, along with five additional unreleased songs, a music video for "All That Matters", and a trailer for Believe.
December 23, 2013: Release of "Journals" for limited-time purchase
On December 23, 2013, the compilation album Journals became available for purchase via iTunes for a limited time.
December 25, 2013: Release of "Justin Bieber's Believe" film
On December 25, 2013, the film "Justin Bieber's Believe" was released. It is a follow-up to Bieber's first theatrical film Justin Bieber: Never Say Never.
2013: #GiveBackPhilippines campaign launch
In 2013, Justin Bieber launched his online #GiveBackPhilippines campaign for helping the victims of Typhoon Haiyan and travelled to the Philippines after raising $3 million.
2013: Receives Diamond Award for "Baby"
In 2013, Justin Bieber received a Diamond award from the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) for his single "Baby", which became the highest-certified digital single of all time at that time.
2013: Forbes list inclusion
In 2013, Justin Bieber was included on the Forbes annual list of highest-paid celebrities.
January 9, 2014: End of limited-time purchase period for "Journals"
On January 9, 2014, the limited-time purchase period for the compilation album Journals via iTunes ended.
April 2014: Transfer to Def Jam Recordings
In April 2014, due to the disbanding of Universal Music's division, The Island Def Jam Music Group, Justin Bieber was transferred to Def Jam Recordings, causing him to no longer be signed to Island Records.
November 2014: Release of "Home to Mama" and Forbes ranking
In November 2014, Justin Bieber released a song titled "Home to Mama" (featuring Cody Simpson). In the same month, Bieber topped Forbes magazine's Forbes 30 Under 30 annual ranking, which lists the highest-earning celebrities under 30 for that year.
2014: Launch of Justin Bieber Collector's Edition fragrance
In 2014, Justin Bieber launched his latest fragrance, Justin Bieber Collector's Edition, adding to his line of fragrances.
2014: Forbes list inclusion
In 2014, Justin Bieber was included on the Forbes annual list of highest-paid celebrities.
February 2015: Release of "Where Are Ü Now"
In February 2015, Justin Bieber released "Where Are Ü Now", a collaboration with Jack Ü.
March 2015: Appearance in Carly Rae Jepsen's music video and Comedy Central Roast
In March 2015, Justin Bieber made an appearance in the music video for Carly Rae Jepsen's single "I Really Like You". Also in March 2015, Bieber was the featured roastee in Comedy Central's annual roast special, and was a contestant on the reality competition series Lip Sync Battle.
June 2015: Partnership with StarShop
In June 2015, Justin Bieber teamed up with StarShop, a new shopping app launched by Kevin Harrington, expanding his presence in commerce.
August 28, 2015: Release of "What Do You Mean?"
On August 28, 2015, Justin Bieber released a new single titled "What Do You Mean?" as the lead single from his fourth studio album, Purpose.
September 4, 2015: Featured on Travis Scott's "Maria I'm Drunk"
On September 4, 2015, Justin Bieber was co-featured alongside Young Thug on the album track "Maria I'm Drunk", from Travis Scott's debut studio album, Rodeo.
October 23, 2015: Release of "Sorry"
On October 23, 2015, Justin Bieber released the album's second single, titled "Sorry", which debuted at number two on the Billboard Hot 100.
November 11, 2015: Announcement of Purpose World Tour
On November 11, 2015, Justin Bieber announced the start of his Purpose World Tour.
November 13, 2015: Release of Purpose
On November 13, 2015, Justin Bieber's album "Purpose" was released and debuted at number one on the Billboard 200 chart, marking his sixth album to achieve this milestone. The album became the fourth best-selling album of 2015, selling 3.1 million copies worldwide.
2015: "Where Are Ü Now" and Purpose Album Release
In 2015, Justin Bieber explored EDM with his single "Where Are Ü Now", winning the Grammy Award for Best Dance/Electronic Recording. His fourth album, Purpose, was released featuring singles like "Love Yourself", "Sorry", and "What Do You Mean?".
2015: Release of Purpose album
In 2015, Justin Bieber released his EDM-driven album, Purpose, which reached beyond the trends of the time and was considered a serious creative work.
2015: Anne Frank House exhibit attendance records
In 2015, the Anne Frank House exhibit held attendance records at the Stratford Perth Museum, which were later broken by Justin Bieber's "Steps to Stardom" exhibit in 2018.
January 8, 2016: UK Chart History
On January 8, 2016, Justin Bieber made UK chart history by becoming the first artist to occupy the entire top three positions on the UK Singles Chart with "Love Yourself", "Sorry", and "What Do You Mean?" simultaneously charting at numbers 1, 2, and 3.
January 23, 2016: "Sorry" Climbs to Number One
On the week charting January 23, 2016, "Sorry" climbed to the top of the Billboard Hot 100 and became Justin Bieber's second number-one single on the Billboard Hot 100.
February 12, 2016: Release of first four albums on vinyl
On February 12, 2016, Justin Bieber's first four albums were released on vinyl for the first time.
March 8, 2016: "Company" announced as fourth single from Purpose
On March 8, 2016, Justin Bieber announced that the album track "Company" from Purpose, would be released as the fourth single from the album.
March 9, 2016: Start of Purpose World Tour
On March 9, 2016, Justin Bieber's Purpose World Tour commenced in Seattle, Washington.
May 13, 2016: Featured on "Juke Jam"
On May 13, 2016, Justin Bieber was featured on the album track "Juke Jam", a collaboration with Towkio, from Chance the Rapper's third mixtape, Coloring Book.
July 22, 2016: Release of "Cold Water"
On July 22, 2016, Justin Bieber released the single "Cold Water" with EDM trio Major Lazer and Danish singer MØ. It debuted at number two on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
August 2016: Featured on "Let Me Love You"
In August 2016, Justin Bieber was featured on French DJ DJ Snake's single, "Let Me Love You." The song peaked at number four on the Billboard Hot 100.
September 2016: Featured on "Deja Vu"
In September 2016, Justin Bieber was featured on American rapper Post Malone's single "Deja Vu", which later appeared as the fourth single from Post Malone's debut studio album, Stoney.
2016: "Love Yourself" Tops Billboard Chart
In 2016, "Love Yourself" topped Billboard's Year-End Hot 100 Chart, followed by "Sorry" at number two, making Justin Bieber only the third artist in history to hold the top-two positions of the Billboard Year-End Hot 100. This highlighted his dominance in the music charts.
2016: Forbes list inclusion
In 2016, Justin Bieber was included on the Forbes annual list of highest-paid celebrities.
2016: Billboard's Greatest Pop Star
Justin Bieber was named the number one artist on Billboard's Social 50 chart for the 2010s and ranked as the magazine's greatest pop star of 2016, acknowledging his impact on social media and popular music.
April 17, 2017: Release of "Despacito" Remix
On April 17, 2017, a remix of the song "Despacito" by Luis Fonsi and Daddy Yankee, featuring Justin Bieber, was released. This was the first song in which Bieber sang in Spanish, and it became a global hit.
April 28, 2017: Release of "I'm the One"
On April 28, 2017, DJ Khaled's single "I'm the One", featuring Justin Bieber along with rappers Quavo, Chance the Rapper, and Lil Wayne, was released. The song debuted at number one on the Billboard Hot 100.
June 9, 2017: Release of "2U"
On June 9, 2017, French DJ David Guetta released the song "2U" featuring Justin Bieber.
July 2017: Chinese Government Bans Justin Bieber
In July 2017, the Chinese government banned Justin Bieber from performing in China due to concerns about maintaining order and purifying the performance environment, citing his controversial behavior.
July 24, 2017: Cancellation of Purpose World Tour Dates
On July 24, 2017, Justin Bieber cancelled the remaining dates of the Purpose World Tour due to "unforeseen circumstances."
August 17, 2017: Release of "Friends"
On August 17, 2017, Justin Bieber released the single "Friends" with American record producer and songwriter BloodPop.
September 2017: Donation to American Red Cross after Hurricane Harvey
In September 2017, Justin Bieber donated $25,000 to the American Red Cross to help people in Texas after the severe destruction caused by Hurricane Harvey.
2017: Guest Appearances on Chart-Topping Hits
In 2017, Justin Bieber had guest appearances on DJ Khaled's "I'm the One" and Luis Fonsi's "Despacito", both peaking atop the Billboard Hot 100, with "Despacito" winning a Latin Grammy Award.
2017: Forbes list inclusion
In 2017, Justin Bieber was included on the Forbes annual list of highest-paid celebrities.
February 2018: Trademarking Drew House name
In February 2018, Justin Bieber trademarked the name for his company, Drew House, setting the stage for his clothing line.
July 2018: Reunion with DJ Khaled in "No Brainer"
In July 2018, Justin Bieber reunited with DJ Khaled on the song "No Brainer", co-featuring Chance the Rapper and Quavo.
October 2018: "Steps to Stardom" exhibit extended
In October 2018, the "Steps to Stardom" exhibit on Justin Bieber's early career at the Stratford Perth Museum was extended due to breaking attendance records.
2018: Change in public image after marriage
In 2018, after his marriage, Justin Bieber's persona began to change, transitioning away from his teenage heartthrob image toward a more mature personality.
January 2019: Launch of clothing line, Drew House
In January 2019, Justin Bieber launched his own clothing line called "Drew House", featuring a yellow smiley-face logo.
February 2019: Bieber reflects on his past self
In February 2019, Justin Bieber stated in an interview with Vogue that he would "laugh at his past self,", marking a shift in his perspective and public image.
April 21, 2019: Surprise Performance at Coachella
On April 21, 2019, Justin Bieber made a surprise performance at the Coachella music festival, marking his first live performance in two years, and teased his return to music with a new album.
May 10, 2019: Release of "I Don't Care"
On May 10, 2019, British singer Ed Sheeran and Justin Bieber released the single "I Don't Care", from Sheeran's album No.6 Collaborations Project. The song became a worldwide hit.
September 2019: Release of "Here + Now" deodorant line
In September 2019, Justin Bieber released his deodorant line, "Here + Now", designed for sensitive skin, after collaborating with Schmidt's Naturals CEO.
October 4, 2019: Release of "10,000 Hours"
On October 4, 2019, Justin Bieber and country music duo Dan + Shay released the song "10,000 Hours", which peaked at number four on the US Billboard Hot 100.
October 14, 2019: 200 Weeks in Billboard Hot 100 Top 10
On October 14, 2019, Justin Bieber became the youngest solo male artist to spend 200 cumulative weeks in the top 10 of the Billboard Hot 100.
December 24, 2019: Announcement of Fifth Studio Album and Tour
On December 24, 2019, Justin Bieber announced that he would be releasing his fifth studio album and embarking on his fourth concert tour in 2020.
December 31, 2019: Release of "Justin Bieber: Seasons" Trailer
On December 31, 2019, Justin Bieber released a trailer announcing his 10-part YouTube Originals docu-series Justin Bieber: Seasons, which focused on his life post-hiatus from music, marriage, preparation for new music, and battle against Lyme disease.
January 3, 2020: Release of "Yummy"
On January 3, 2020, Justin Bieber released "Yummy", the first single from his upcoming fifth studio album. It debuted at number two on the Billboard Hot 100.
January 28, 2020: Album Release Date Confirmation
On January 28, 2020, while appearing on The Ellen DeGeneres Show, Justin Bieber confirmed that his fifth studio album, Changes, would be released on February 14 and he released a promotional single for the album, "Get Me" featuring Kehlani.
February 7, 2020: Release of "Intentions"
On February 7, 2020, Justin Bieber released "Intentions", featuring Quavo, as the second single from the album Changes. The song peaked at number five on the Billboard Hot 100.
February 2020: Donation to Beijing Chunmiao Children Aid Foundation
In February 2020, Justin Bieber made a donation to Beijing Chunmiao Children Aid Foundation in China to support COVID-19 relief.
May 8, 2020: Release of "Stuck with U"
On May 8, 2020, American singer Ariana Grande and Justin Bieber released the single "Stuck with U", to help raise funds for the first responders of the COVID-19 pandemic. The song debuted atop the Billboard Hot 100.
May 2020: Release of "Stuck With U" with Ariana Grande
In May 2020, Justin Bieber and Ariana Grande collaborated on the single "Stuck With U", released to support the COVID-19 pandemic. All net proceeds from the song went to the First Responders Children's Foundation.
September 4, 2020: Starring role in "Popstar" music video
On September 4, 2020, Justin Bieber played a starring role in the music video for DJ Khaled's single "Popstar".
September 2020: Partnership with Cash App for COVID-19 relief
In September 2020, Justin Bieber and Chance the Rapper announced that they've partnered with Cash App and will donate $250,000 to fans who are struggling during the pandemic.
September 18, 2020: Release of "Holy"
On September 18, 2020, Justin Bieber released "Holy" featuring Chance the Rapper as the first single from his upcoming sixth studio album. The song peaked at number three on the Billboard Hot 100.
October 15, 2020: Release of "Lonely"
On October 15, 2020, Justin Bieber released the album's second single "Lonely" in collaboration with Benny Blanco, which peaked at number 12 on the Billboard Hot 100.
October 2020: Collaboration with Crocs
In October 2020, Justin Bieber collaborated with Crocs on a limited edition of the brand's renowned clogs called "Crocs x Justin Bieber".
November 6, 2020: Featured on "Mood" Remix
On November 6, 2020, Justin Bieber and J Balvin were featured on a remix of 24kGoldn's single "Mood".
November 20, 2020: Release of "Monster"
On November 20, 2020, Shawn Mendes and Justin Bieber released "Monster"; it peaked at number eight on the Billboard Hot 100.
2020: Changes album release and promotion in China
In 2020, Justin Bieber's album 'Changes' was officially released in China, and he was seen promoting it on Chinese music platforms.
2020: Changes Album Release
In 2020, Justin Bieber's fifth album, Changes, topped the Billboard 200.
January 1, 2021: Release of "Anyone"
On January 1, 2021, Justin Bieber released the third single "Anyone", which peaked at number six on the Billboard Hot 100.
February 14, 2021: "Journals Live" Performance on TikTok
On February 14, 2021, Justin Bieber performed "Journals Live" in collaboration with TikTok, marking the first live performance of his 2013 album Journals; it was the first long-form concert event on the platform and broke the record for the most-viewed single-artist livestream in the platform's history.
February 26, 2021: Announcement of "Justice" Album
On February 26, 2021, Justin Bieber announced that his sixth studio album would be titled Justice.
March 5, 2021: Release of "Hold On"
On March 5, 2021, Justin Bieber released the album's fourth single, "Hold On", which peaked at number 20 on the Billboard Hot 100.
March 2021: Visit to California State Prison
In March 2021, Justin Bieber visited the California State Prison in Los Angeles County with his wife Hailey and pastor Judah Smith, meeting with inmates and committing to provide buses for relatives unable to visit due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
March 19, 2021: Release of "Justice" and "Peaches"
On March 19, 2021, Justin Bieber released his sixth studio album, Justice, and its fifth single, "Peaches". The album debuted at number one on the Billboard 200, and "Peaches" debuted atop the Billboard Hot 100.
May 10, 2021: Featured on "Let It Go"
On May 10, 2021, Justin Bieber was featured on the single "Let It Go" by DJ Khaled and starred in the accompanying music video.
July 9, 2021: Release of "Stay"
On July 9, 2021, Justin Bieber released a collaboration with the Kid Laroi titled "Stay". The song reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100 in its fourth week, becoming his eighth number-one single in the US.
July 24, 2021: "Freedom Experience" Show
On July 24, 2021, Justin Bieber headlined the "Freedom Experience" show at the SoFi Stadium.
August 13, 2021: Release of "Essence" Remix
On August 13, 2021, Justin Bieber released a remix to Nigerian singer Wizkid's song "Essence", which peaked at number nine on the Billboard Hot 100.
August 2021: "Stuck With U" raises over $3,500,000
By August 2021, the single "Stuck With U" by Justin Bieber and Ariana Grande had raised over $3,500,000 for the First Responders Children's Foundation.
September 4, 2021: Headlined Made in America Festival
On September 4, 2021, Justin Bieber headlined the 2021 Made in America Festival at the Benjamin Franklin Parkway.
October 8, 2021: Release of "Justin Bieber: Our World" Documentary
On October 8, 2021, Justin Bieber released the documentary film Justin Bieber: Our World, showcasing his preparation for his 2020 "New Year's Eve Live" performance.
October 29, 2021: Release of "Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree" Cover
On October 29, 2021, Justin Bieber released "Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree", a cover of Brenda Lee's holiday classic.
November 15, 2021: Announcement of Justice World Tour International Dates
On November 15, 2021, Justin Bieber announced the international dates of his upcoming fourth concert tour, the Justice World Tour.
December 5, 2021: Headlining Performance at Saudi Arabian Grand Prix
On December 5, 2021, Justin Bieber was the headlining performer at the 2021 Saudi Arabian Grand Prix.
2021: Billboard Ranks Bieber Among Greatest Artists
In 2021, Billboard ranked Justin Bieber as the 55th greatest artist of all time and the 38th greatest Hot 100 artist of all time, recognizing his contributions to music and his impact on the charts.
2021: Bieber's Scenes Removed from 'Friends: The Reunion' in China
In 2021, Chinese streaming platforms Youku, iQIYI, and Tencent Video removed Justin Bieber's scenes from 'Friends: The Reunion', where he was wearing Ross Geller's "Spudnik" costume.
2021: Collaboration with Tim Hortons
In 2021, Justin Bieber collaborated with Tim Hortons to launch a specialty version of Timbits known as "Timbiebs", contributing to a sales increase for Tim Hortons.
2021: Justice Album and Single Releases
In 2021, Justin Bieber's sixth album, Justice, topped the Billboard 200 and included his seventh US-number one single "Peaches". He also released his eighth US number-one single, "Stay" with the Kid Laroi.
2021: Review of "Justice"
In a review of Justin Bieber's 2021 album, Justice, Pitchfork praised his compelling vocal delivery, highlighting his smooth voice and dynamic range.
2021: MTV Award for Artist of the Year
Justin Bieber was awarded the MTV Award for Artist of the Year in 2021, acknowledging his sustained impact and contributions to the music industry over a decade.
January 1, 2022: Bieber sets Spotify record
On January 1, 2022, Justin Bieber set a record of 94.7 million monthly listeners on Spotify, before being surpassed by The Weeknd. This marked a significant milestone in his streaming success.
February 7, 2022: Starred in Balenciaga's campaign
On February 7, 2022, Justin Bieber starred in Balenciaga's first 2022 campaign alongside Kim Kardashian and Isabelle Huppert.
March 28, 2022: "Ghost" peaks at number five
On March 28, 2022, Justin Bieber's sixth single "Ghost" from the album Justice peaked at number five on the Billboard Hot 100, marking his 20th top-five hit. The single also reached number one on Billboard's Pop Songs chart, making Bieber the first solo male artist to attain 10 number-one singles in the chart's history.
March 30, 2022: Featured on "Up at Night"
On March 30, 2022, Justin Bieber was featured on Kehlani's single "Up at Night", adding to his collaborative works and further showcasing his versatility.
April 15, 2022: Surprise performance at Coachella
On April 15, 2022, Justin Bieber made a surprise appearance at the 2022 Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival, performing with Daniel Caesar. This spontaneous performance added to the festival's excitement and showcased Bieber's continued presence in the music scene.
April 2022: Collaboration with Vespa
In April 2022, the Italian brand Vespa revealed its collaboration with Justin Bieber on a new limited edition of its famed scooter, "JUSTIN BIEBER X VESPA".
April 29, 2022: Release of "Honest"
On April 29, 2022, Justin Bieber released "Honest" featuring Don Toliver, accompanied by a music video directed by Cole Bennett. This release added another single to his discography and highlighted his ongoing collaborations with other artists.
May 2022: New collaboration with Tim Hortons
In May 2022, Justin Bieber and Tim Hortons partnered again in a new collaboration called the "Biebs Brew", a French vanilla cold brew.
June 6, 2022: "Biebs Brew" available in North American stores
Beginning on June 6, 2022, the "Biebs Brew", a French vanilla cold brew collaboration between Justin Bieber and Tim Hortons, was made available in North American stores.
August 27, 2022: Release of "Beautiful Love" for Garena Free Fire
On August 27, 2022, Justin Bieber released "Beautiful Love" as an exclusive single for the battle royale game Garena Free Fire, expanding his music into the gaming world and reaching a new audience.
December 2022: Launch of Generosity water company
In December 2022, Justin Bieber launched "Generosity", a clean water technology company aimed at providing sustainable drinking water.
January 2023: Sells Music Publishing Rights
In January 2023, Justin Bieber sold his music publishing rights and recording catalog shares, up to the end of 2021, to Hipgnosis Songs Fund for over $200 million. This marked a significant financial transaction in his career.
February 24, 2023: Featured on "Private Landing"
On February 24, 2023, Justin Bieber was featured alongside Future on Don Toliver's single "Private Landing". He later joined Toliver on stage at the 2023 Rolling Loud festival for a surprise performance of the song.
September 15, 2023: Stars in "Snooze" Music Video
On September 15, 2023, Justin Bieber released an acoustic version of SZA's single "Snooze" and starred in its music video as her love interest. This marked a venture into acting and supporting other artists.
2023: Generosity fountains commercially available
In 2023, Generosity water fountains, created by Justin Bieber's company, are expected to be commercially available at major venues and homes.
2024: 35 Guinness World Records
As of 2024, Justin Bieber has set 35 Guinness World Records in his career, with eight achieved from the success of his album Purpose, acknowledging his numerous achievements in the music industry.
2024: Fourth-most-followed user on Twitter
As of 2024, Justin Bieber is the fourth-most-followed user on Twitter and the most-followed musician, with over 110.3 million followers.
2024: Studio Projects Certified Platinum or Higher
As of 2024, all of Justin Bieber's studio projects have been certified Platinum or higher by the RIAA, solidifying his commercial success and critical acclaim.
April 2025: Most Streamed Artist on NetEase Cloud Music
In April 2025, NetEase Cloud Music named Justin Bieber the most streamed European/American artist in the platform's 12-year history with more than 11.9 billion streams. This highlights his global popularity and streaming success.
July 10, 2025: Release of "Swag" Album
On July 10, 2025, Justin Bieber released his seventh studio album titled Swag, which debuted at number two on the Billboard 200 with 163,000 equivalent album units earned in the US during its opening week. The album's lead single "Daisies" debuted at number two on the Billboard Hot 100 and became his 27th top ten single in the US.
2025: Release of Swag and Swag II
In 2025, Justin Bieber released his seventh and eighth albums, Swag and Swag II.
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