History of Justin Bieber in Timeline
Justin Bieber is a Canadian singer and pop icon recognized for his genre-spanning music. Discovered in 2008 by Scooter Braun and Usher, who jointly signed him to RBMG Records, Bieber gained international fame with his debut EP, My World (2009). The release solidified his status as a prominent teen idol.
1963: Stevie Wonder's Achievement
In January 2010, Justin Bieber debuted at number one on the US Billboard 200 with My World 2.0, making him the youngest solo male act to top the chart since Stevie Wonder in 1963.
1965: Elvis Presley's Record
In 2021, Justin Bieber broke Elvis Presley's 1965 record for the youngest solo act to have eight US number-one albums.
March 1, 1994: Justin Bieber's Birth
On March 1, 1994, Justin Drew Bieber was born. He is a Canadian singer recognized as a pop icon.
1995: Alanis Morissette's Jagged Little Pill
In 2015, the writer compared Bieber's EDM-driven album Purpose (2015), to Alanis Morissette's Jagged Little Pill (1995) album.
1998: Madonna's Ray of Light
In 2015, the writer compared Bieber's EDM-driven album Purpose (2015), to Madonna's Ray of Light (1998) album.
2006: Justin Timberlake's FutureSex/LoveSounds
In 2015, the writer compared Bieber's EDM-driven album Purpose (2015), to Justin Timberlake's FutureSex/LoveSounds (2006) album.
2007: Discovery by Scooter Braun
In 2007, Scooter Braun accidentally discovered Justin Bieber after clicking on one of his YouTube videos covering Ne-Yo's "So Sick". Braun contacted Bieber's mother and convinced her to let Bieber go with him to record demo tapes in Atlanta, Georgia. Bieber began singing for Usher one week later.
2007: Singing Competition and YouTube Uploads
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 increased popularity through covers of R&B songs.
October 2008: Signed to Island Records
In October 2008, L.A. Reid signed Justin Bieber to Island Records after an audition engineered by Chris Hicks. This resulted in a joint venture between RBMG and Island Records. 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: Started voice coaching
In 2008, Justin Bieber began receiving voice coaching from Jan Smith.
2008: Discovered by Scooter Braun
In 2008, Justin Bieber was discovered by Scooter Braun, who brought him to the U.S. Usher and Braun formed RBMG Records that October to sign Bieber.
July 2009: Release of "One Time"
In July 2009, Justin Bieber's first single, "One Time", was released to radio while he was still recording his debut album. The song reached number 12 on the Canadian Hot 100 during its first week of release.
November 2009: Pre-Debut YouTube Fanbase
In November 2009, prior to the release of his debut album My World, Justin Bieber's early fanbase developed significantly 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. The album's second single, "One Less Lonely Girl", and promotional singles, "Love Me" and "Favorite Girl", were released exclusively on the iTunes Store and charted within the top 40 of the US Billboard Hot 100. As a result, he became the first solo artist to have four singles chart in the top 40 of the Hot 100 before the release of a debut album.
December 20, 2009: Performance at the White House
On December 20, 2009, Justin Bieber performed Ron Miller and Bryan Wells's "Someday at Christmas" for US President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama at the White House for Christmas in Washington, which aired on US television broadcaster TNT.
2009: Release of debut EP, My World
In 2009, Justin Bieber's debut EP, My World, was released and achieved international recognition, establishing him as a teen idol.
2009: Release of "One Time" and "One Less Lonely Girl"
In 2009, following the release of his singles "One Time" and "One Less Lonely Girl", Justin Bieber's popularity led to appearances on shows like The Ellen DeGeneres Show, The Wendy Williams Show, and Good Morning America, marking the beginning of "Bieber Fever".
2009: "Baby" surpasses "Bad Romance" as the most viewed video
In July 2010, Justin Bieber's video for "Baby" surpassed Lady Gaga's "Bad Romance" released in 2009 as the most viewed, and most disliked, YouTube video at the time.
January 2010: Release of "Baby"
In January 2010, Justin Bieber released "Baby" from his debut album, My World 2.0. The song featured Ludacris and became an international hit.
January 31, 2010: Presenter at the 52nd Annual Grammy Awards
On January 31, 2010, Justin Bieber was a presenter at the 52nd Annual Grammy Awards.
March 12, 2010: Release of "Wavin' Flag"
On March 12, 2010, a version of K'naan's "Wavin' Flag", recorded by Young Artists for Haiti, was released, featuring Justin Bieber performing the closing lines to benefit Haiti after the earthquake.
April 2010: Release of "Somebody to Love" Remix
In April 2010, Justin Bieber released "Somebody to Love" from My World 2.0, and a remix featuring his mentor Usher was also released.
April 2010: Puberty
In April 2010, Justin Bieber's voice was noted to be deeper than it was in his debut EP, due to puberty. Bieber remarked regarding his vocals: "It cracks. Like every teenage boy, I'm dealing with it and I have the best vocal coach in the world ... Some of the notes I hit on "Baby" I can't hit any more. We have to lower the key when I sing live."
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 the 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 Appearance on CSI
On September 23, 2010, Justin Bieber guest-starred in the season premiere of the CBS American crime drama CSI: Crime Scene Investigation, playing a "troubled teen".
October 2010: Release of Justin Bieber: 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 with text from Bieber and photographs from Robert Caplin.
November 26, 2010: Release of "My Worlds Acoustic"
On November 26, 2010, Justin Bieber released an acoustic album, called My Worlds Acoustic, which featured acoustic versions of songs from his previous albums and a new song titled "Pray".
December 2010: Relationship with Selena Gomez
In December 2010, Justin Bieber began an on-again, off-again relationship with Selena Gomez.
2010: Proactiv Deal and Nail Polish Line
In 2010, Justin Bieber signed a deal with Proactiv and partnered with Nicole by OPI to launch a nail polish line called "The One Less Lonely Girl Collection", which sold exclusively in Walmart.
2010: PETA Campaign Support
In 2010, Justin Bieber supported a campaign for People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA), encouraging fans to adopt abandoned pets from shelters.
2010: MTV Award for Best New Artist
In 2010, Justin Bieber was awarded the MTV Award for Best New Artist, highlighting his early success and impact on pop music.
2010: Trending on Twitter
In 2010, Justin Bieber was frequently a trending topic on Twitter and was named the top-trending star on the platform.
2010: Criticism for youthful appearance
In 2010, Justin Bieber was frequently criticized for looking and sounding younger than his age.
2010: Release of "My World 2.0"
In 2010, Justin Bieber's debut album, My World 2.0, was released and 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" top words
In 2010, Justin Bieber's fanbase, "Beliebers", was among the top words.
2010: Debut performance of "Pray" and voice change
In 2010, during the debut performance of "Pray" at the American Music Awards, Justin Bieber's voice broke, marking the transition from his boy soprano voice due to puberty.
February 11, 2011: Release of "Justin Bieber: Never Say Never"
On February 11, 2011, "Justin Bieber: Never Say Never", a 3-D part-biopic and part-concert film starring Bieber, was released, topping the box office on its opening day with an estimated gross of $12.4 million.
February 14, 2011: Release of "Never Say Never – The Remixes"
On February 14, 2011, Bieber's second remix album, "Never Say Never – The Remixes", was released, featuring remixes of songs from his debut album with guest appearances from Miley Cyrus, Chris Brown, and Kanye West.
February 17, 2011: Second Appearance on CSI
On February 17, 2011, Justin Bieber was in a subsequent episode of CSI: Crime Scene Investigation, in which his character is killed.
February 18, 2011: NBA All-Star Celebrity Game
On February 18, 2011, Bieber participated in the 2011 NBA All-Star Celebrity Game and was named the Most Valuable Player (MVP), scoring eight points.
March 2011: Hair Donation to The Ellen DeGeneres Show
In March 2011, Justin Bieber donated his hair to Ellen DeGeneres on The Ellen DeGeneres Show. The hair was sold on eBay for over $40,000, with proceeds benefiting The Gentle Barn animal rescue charity.
May 2011: Donation to Japanese Red Cross
In May 2011, Justin Bieber donated proceeds from his concerts in Japan to the Japanese Red Cross following the earthquake and tsunami.
June 2011: "That Should Be Me" Wins CMT Music Award
In June 2011, the album track "That Should Be Me" (featuring Rascal Flatts) from Never Say Never won Bieber 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. He was also ranked No. 2 on the Forbes list of Best-Paid Celebrities under 30, having earned $53 million in a 12-month period. The collaborative single "Next to You" with Chris Brown was released, with the official video released on June 17, 2011.
November 1, 2011: Release of "Under the Mistletoe"
On November 1, 2011, Bieber released his second studio album, the Christmas-themed "Under the Mistletoe". It debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200, selling 210,000 copies in its first week.
December 2011: Donation to Whitney Elementary School
In December 2011, Justin Bieber donated $100,000 to Whitney Elementary School in Las Vegas to support students from low-income families.
2011: Androgynous Appearance and Media Attention
In 2011, Justin Bieber faced media attention and was noted for an androgynous appearance, including his cover appearance on LOVE magazine's androgyny issue. His signature wings hairstyle also gained significant attention.
2011: Someday Fragrance Launch
In 2011, Justin Bieber launched his debut fragrance, Someday, which grossed over three million US dollars in sales at Macy's in just under three weeks, considered a successful celebrity-led launch.
2011: Opposition to Bill S.978
In 2011, Justin Bieber was among content creators opposing Bill S.978, also known as the Commercial Felony Streaming Act, which would have made unauthorized streaming a felony instead of a misdemeanor.
2011: Honored with a star in Stratford, Ontario
In 2011, Justin Bieber was honored with a star in front of the Avon Theater in Stratford, Ontario, Canada, where he used to busk when he was younger.
2011: Forbes List Inclusion
In 2011, Justin Bieber was included on Forbes' list of the top ten most powerful celebrities.
2011: Release of "Under the Mistletoe"
In 2011, Justin Bieber's second album, Under the Mistletoe, was released and became the first Christmas album by a male artist to debut atop the chart.
2011: Named One of Time's 100 Most Influential People
In 2011, Time named Justin Bieber one of the 100 most influential people in the world.
2011: Cultural Icon Comparison
In a 2011 article, Orlando Sentinel compared Justin Bieber's cultural significance to Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg, highlighting Bieber as one of the most prominent cultural icons influencing and inspiring society.
January 2012: Statement on artistic direction in V magazine
In January 2012, Justin Bieber expressed his desire to develop his artistry at his own pace, avoiding themes like sex, drugs, and swearing, and focusing on love.
February 2012: Featured on "Live My Life" by Far East Movement
In February 2012, Bieber was featured on the song "Live My Life" by Far East Movement, from their fourth studio album, Dirty Bass. The song emerged online five days before its scheduled release date and peaked within the top 30 of the Billboard Hot 100.
March 26, 2012: Release of "Boyfriend"
On March 26, 2012, Bieber released "Boyfriend", the first single from his third studio album, Believe. The song debuted at number two on the US Billboard Hot 100, selling 521,000 digital units, the second-highest-ever debut digital sales week. It also became Bieber's first single to reach the top position on the Canadian Hot 100.
May 2012: Production of "Justin Bieber's Believe" Begins
In May 2012, the film Justin Bieber's Believe entered production.
May 29, 2012: Release of "Die in Your Arms"
On May 29, 2012, the first promotional single from the album Believe, "Die in Your Arms", was released.
June 11, 2012: Release of "As Long as You Love Me"
On June 11, 2012, the second single from Believe, "As Long as You Love Me" (featuring Big Sean), was released, peaking at number six on the Billboard Hot 100.
June 2012: Girlfriend Fragrance Launch
In June 2012, Justin Bieber launched his second fragrance, Girlfriend, following the success of his debut fragrance, Someday.
June 19, 2012: Release of "Believe"
On June 19, 2012, Bieber's third studio album, "Believe", was released by Island Records. It marked a musical departure from his previous teen pop sound, incorporating elements of dance-pop and R&B. "Believe" debuted at number one on the Billboard 200, becoming his fourth number-one album.
September 2012: Featured on "Beautiful"
In September 2012, Bieber was featured on "Beautiful", a song from Carly Rae Jepsen's second studio album, Kiss.
September 2012: The Believe Tour Begins
In September 2012, The Believe Tour, which further promoted the album, began in Glendale, Arizona.
October 2012: Release of "Beauty and a Beat"
In October 2012, the third single from Believe, "Beauty and a Beat" (featuring Nicki Minaj), was released. The music video held the record for the most video views in 24 hours upon release, with 10.6 million views.
November 23, 2012: Awarded 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, as one of 60,000 Canadians to receive the medal that year.
December 14, 2012: Announcement of "Believe Acoustic"
On December 14, 2012, Bieber appeared on The Ellen DeGeneres Show and announced plans to release an acoustic album titled Believe Acoustic.
2012: Adidas Endorsement
In 2012, Justin Bieber endorsed Adidas, alongside Derrick Rose and Venus Williams, marking his entry into sports-related endorsements.
2012: Release of Believe
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: Graduation from St. Michael Catholic Secondary School
In 2012, Justin Bieber graduated from Stratford's St. Michael Catholic Secondary School with a 4.0 GPA.
2012: Forbes List Inclusion
In 2012, Justin Bieber was included on the Forbes annual list for the second time and was also included on Forbes' list of the top ten most powerful celebrities.
2012: Charity: Water campaign
On his birthday in 2012, Justin Bieber launched his campaign to urge his followers to donate on Twitter in support of Charity: Water, a nonprofit that brings potable drinking water to people in developing countries.
January 2013: Most Followed on Twitter
In January 2013, Justin Bieber surpassed Lady Gaga as the most-followed person on Twitter for the first time, holding the record for 11 months.
January 29, 2013: Release of "Believe Acoustic"
On January 29, 2013, the album Believe Acoustic was released. It 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: Saturday Night Live Appearance
On February 9, 2013, Bieber returned to Saturday Night Live as the host and musical guest. His appearance was poorly received by critics and cast members.
March 7, 2013: Faints Backstage at London Concert
On March 7, 2013, Bieber fainted backstage at London's O2 Arena after complaining of breathing problems during his concert and was hospitalized.
April 2013: Criticism for Anne Frank House guestbook message
In April 2013, Justin Bieber was criticized for writing a message in the guestbook at the Anne Frank House, which some perceived as insensitive and narcissistic.
July 2013: The Key Fragrance Launch
In July 2013, Justin Bieber launched his third fragrance, The Key, further expanding his presence in the fragrance market.
August 2013: Remix of Michael Jackson's "Slave to the Rhythm" Leaks Online
In August 2013, a remixed duet version of Michael Jackson's "Slave to the Rhythm", featuring Bieber, leaked online, generating criticism. The Michael Jackson Estate stated the release was unauthorized.
October 3, 2013: Announcement of Music Mondays
On October 3, 2013, Bieber announced he would release a new song every Monday for 10 weeks as a lead-up to the film Justin Bieber's Believe.
November 9, 2013: Ordered to appear in Argentina court
On November 9, 2013, Justin Bieber was ordered to appear in Argentina within 60 days by a Buenos Aires court to give testimony on an alleged assault on a photographer.
December 9, 2013: Release of "Confident" and Announcement of "Journals"
On December 9, 2013, "Confident" (featuring Chance the Rapper) was released. That same day, it was announced that all 10 tracks from Music Mondays would be featured on the compilation album Journals, along with additional content.
December 23, 2013: Release of "Journals"
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"
On December 25, 2013, "Justin Bieber's Believe" was released.
2013: Listed Among Forbes' Top Ten Most Powerful Celebrities
From 2011 to 2013, Forbes listed Justin Bieber among the top ten most powerful celebrities.
2013: Influence by black culture
In 2013, Bieber stated that he was "very influenced by black culture" and that he neither thought "of it as black or white" nor tried to "act or pose in a certain way".
2013: #GiveBackPhilippines campaign launch
In 2013, Justin Bieber launched his online #GiveBackPhilippines campaign to help victims of Typhoon Haiyan, traveling 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 at the time became the highest-certified digital single of all time.
2013: Forbes List Inclusion
In 2013, Justin Bieber was included on the Forbes annual list for the third time and also included on Forbes' list of the top ten most powerful celebrities.
2013: Controversial Events
In 2013, Justin Bieber's image was affected by several controversial events, including abandoning a pet monkey, urinating in a bucket, cursing at a photo of Bill Clinton, and wearing a gas mask in public.
January 9, 2014: Availability of "Journals" Ends
On January 9, 2014, the compilation album Journals was no longer available for purchase via iTunes.
January 23, 2014: Arrest in Miami Beach
On January 23, 2014, Justin Bieber was arrested in Miami Beach, Florida, along with singer Khalil, on suspicion of driving under the influence, driving with an expired license, and resisting arrest. He admitted to consuming alcohol, marijuana, and prescription drugs and was later released on a $2,500 bond. A toxicology report showed THC and Xanax in his system.
March 2014: Jeremy Bieber's Role
In March 2014, Rolling Stone characterized Justin Bieber's father Jeremy as having "split with Justin's mom when Justin was a toddler, and wasn't always around afterward. But he has, as of late, accepted a place of honor in his superstar son's entourage".
March 2014: Rolling Stone "Bad Boy" Cover
In March 2014, Rolling Stone featured Bieber on its cover with the title "Bad Boy", reflecting the controversies surrounding him at the time. The same year, Bieber adopted the pseudonym "Bizzle".
April 2014: Transferred to Def Jam Recordings
In April 2014, due to the disbanding of The Island Def Jam Music Group, Bieber was transferred to Def Jam Recordings, causing Bieber to no longer be signed to Island Records.
June 2014: Videos with racial slurs emerge
In June 2014, two videos surfaced showing a 15-year-old Justin Bieber telling a joke containing a racial slur and singing a parody of his song with the same slur. He apologized on the day the latter video was released, acknowledging his past mistakes.
July 9, 2014: Charged with Vandalism
On July 9, 2014, Justin Bieber was charged with one misdemeanour count of vandalism in California for throwing eggs at his Calabasas neighbor's home in January. He pled no contest to the charge and then permanently moved to Beverly Hills, California.
August 13, 2014: Settlement of DUI Case
On August 13, 2014, Justin Bieber's January DUI case was settled with a plea bargain. He pleaded guilty to resisting an officer and driving without due care, paid a US$500 fine, and was sentenced to anger management and a program on the impact of drunken driving. He also made a US$50,000 contribution to Our Kids, a children's charity.
September 1, 2014: Arrested for Assault and Dangerous Driving
On September 1, 2014, near his hometown of Stratford, Ontario, Justin Bieber was arrested and charged with assault and dangerous driving after a collision between a minivan and his all-terrain vehicle on August 29. He allegedly engaged in a physical altercation with an occupant of the minivan. He was released shortly, and his lawyer blamed the incident on paparazzi.
November 2014: Topped Forbes 30 Under 30
In November 2014, Bieber topped Forbes magazine's Forbes 30 Under 30 annual ranking, which lists the highest-earning celebrities under 30 for that year.
2014: Jeremy Bieber's Breakup
In 2014, Jeremy Bieber and his ex-girlfriend, Erin Wagner, broke up after seven years together. They have two children, Jazmyn and Jaxon.
2014: Justin Bieber Collector's Edition Fragrance Launch
In 2014, Justin Bieber launched his latest fragrance, Justin Bieber Collector's Edition, continuing his line of fragrances.
2014: Forbes List Inclusion
In 2014, Justin Bieber was included on the Forbes annual list for the fourth time.
February 2015: Release of "Where Are Ü Now"
In February 2015, Bieber released "Where Are Ü Now", a collaboration with Jack Ü. The song peaked at number eight on the Billboard Hot 100 and reached number one on Billboard's Hot Dance/Electronic Songs chart.
March 2015: Appearances in Music Video and Comedy Central Roast
In March 2015, Bieber appeared in the music video for Carly Rae Jepsen's single "I Really Like You". Bieber was also the featured roastee in Comedy Central's annual roast special, and was a contestant on Lip Sync Battle.
June 2015: StarShop Partnership
In June 2015, Justin Bieber teamed up with StarShop, a new shopping app launched by Kevin Harrington, expanding his presence in the tech and commerce sectors.
August 28, 2015: Release of "What Do You Mean?"
On August 28, 2015, Bieber released "What Do You Mean?" as the lead single from his fourth studio album, Purpose. It debuted at number one on the US Billboard Hot 100, becoming Bieber's first number-one single in the country. He also set a Guinness World Record.
September 4, 2015: Featured on "Maria I'm Drunk"
On September 4, 2015, 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, Bieber released "Sorry", the second single from the album Purpose, which debuted at number two on the Billboard Hot 100.
November 11, 2015: Purpose World Tour Announcement
On November 11, 2015, Justin Bieber announced the Purpose World Tour, which would begin in 2016.
November 13, 2015: Release of Purpose
On November 13, 2015, Justin Bieber's album Purpose was released, debuting at number one on the Billboard 200, marking his sixth album to achieve this feat.
2015: Grammy Award and Release of Purpose
In 2015, Justin Bieber explored EDM with his single "Where Are Ü Now", which won the Grammy Award for Best Dance/Electronic Recording. This influenced his fourth album, Purpose, which produced three Billboard Hot 100 number-one singles: "Love Yourself", "Sorry", and "What Do You Mean?", making him the first artist to hold the top three spots in UK chart history.
2015: Release of Purpose
In 2015, Justin Bieber released his EDM-driven album 'Purpose', which was considered to reach "beyond the moment and trends" of that period. The album was lauded as evidence of Bieber's development into a serious creative artist.
2015: Release of EDM-fuelled album Purpose
In 2015, Justin Bieber released the EDM-fueled album Purpose, collaborating with Skrillex and exploring serious themes such as "life experiences", through "feel-good music".
2015: Anne Frank House exhibit
In October 2018, the "Steps to Stardom" exhibit broke attendance records set by the Anne Frank House exhibit in 2015.
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 of the UK Singles Chart with "Love Yourself", "Sorry", and "What Do You Mean?".
January 23, 2016: "Sorry" Reaches Number One
On the week charting January 23, 2016, "Sorry" climbed to the top of the Billboard Hot 100, becoming Bieber's second number-one single on the chart.
February 12, 2016: Vinyl Release of First Four Albums
On February 12, 2016, Bieber's first four albums were released on vinyl for the first time.
March 8, 2016: "Company" Announced as Single
On March 8, 2016, an album track on Purpose, "Company", was announced as the fourth single.
March 9, 2016: Purpose World Tour Start
On March 9, 2016, Justin Bieber's Purpose World Tour commenced in Seattle, Washington.
May 13, 2016: Feature on Juke Jam
On May 13, 2016, Justin Bieber was co-featured alongside Towkio on the track "Juke Jam" from Chance the Rapper's mixtape, Coloring Book.
June 2016: Purpose Album Sales Update
As of June 2016, Justin Bieber's album "Purpose" had sold 4.5 million copies globally.
July 22, 2016: Release of Cold Water
On July 22, 2016, Justin Bieber released the single "Cold Water" with Major Lazer and MØ, which debuted at number two on the Billboard Hot 100.
August 2016: Featured on Let Me Love You
In August 2016, Justin Bieber was featured on DJ Snake's single "Let Me Love You," which peaked at number four on the Billboard Hot 100.
September 2016: Feature on Deja Vu
In September 2016, Justin Bieber was featured on Post Malone's single "Deja Vu," from the album Stoney.
December 2016: Linked to Sofia Richie
From August to December 2016, Justin Bieber was linked to model Sofia Richie.
2016: Forbes List Inclusion
In 2016, Justin Bieber was included on the Forbes annual list for the fifth time.
2016: Named "Greatest Pop Star of 2016" by Billboard
In 2016, Justin Bieber was named the "Greatest Pop Star of 2016" by Billboard. He was also Billboard's Year-End Top Male Artist for 2016.
2016: "Love Yourself" topped Billboard's Year-End Hot 100 Chart
In 2016, Justin Bieber's "Love Yourself" topped Billboard's Year-End Hot 100 Chart, followed by "Sorry" at number two, making Bieber only the third artist in history to hold the top-two positions of the Billboard Year-End Hot 100, after the Beatles in 1964 and Usher in 2004.
January 28, 2017: NHL Celebrity All-Star Game
On January 28, 2017, Justin Bieber participated in the 2017 NHL Celebrity All-Star Game, coached by Wayne Gretzky.
April 17, 2017: Release of Despacito Remix
On April 17, 2017, Luis Fonsi and Daddy Yankee released a remix of "Despacito" featuring Justin Bieber, marking his first song singing in Spanish.
April 28, 2017: Release of I'm the One
On April 28, 2017, DJ Khaled released "I'm the One", featuring Justin Bieber, Quavo, Chance the Rapper, and Lil Wayne. The song debuted at number one on the Billboard Hot 100.
June 9, 2017: Release of 2U
On June 9, 2017, David Guetta released the song "2U" featuring Justin Bieber.
July 2017: Banned from Performing in China
In July 2017, the Chinese government banned Justin Bieber from performing in China due to his controversial behavior. The Beijing Municipal Bureau of Culture stated that it was "not suitable to bring in badly behaved entertainers" in order to maintain order in the Chinese market.
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 BloodPop.
September 2017: Donation to American Red Cross for Hurricane Harvey relief
In September 2017, Justin Bieber donated $25,000 to the American Red Cross to help people in Texas affected by Hurricane Harvey.
2017: Featured in the 2017 Edition of the Guinness World Records.
As of 2021, Justin Bieber has set 33 Guinness World Records, which include eight that were achieved from the success of his album Purpose and was featured in the 2017 Edition.
2017: Forbes List Inclusion
In 2017, Justin Bieber was included on the Forbes annual list for the sixth time.
2017: Billboard Hot 100 Success
In 2017, Justin Bieber's guest singles "I'm the One" by DJ Khaled and "Despacito" by Luis Fonsi peaked the Billboard Hot 100, making him the first artist to replace himself atop the chart with new songs in two consecutive weeks. "Despacito" also won him a Latin Grammy Award.
February 2018: Drew trademarked
In February 2018, Justin Bieber trademarked the name for his company, Drew.
February 2018: Jeremy Bieber's Marriage
In February 2018, Justin Bieber's father, Jeremy Bieber, married his girlfriend Chelsey, and they had a daughter named Bay.
March 2018: End of relationship with Selena Gomez
In March 2018, Justin Bieber's on-again, off-again relationship with Selena Gomez came to an end.
July 7, 2018: Engagement to Hailey Baldwin
On July 7, 2018, Justin Bieber became engaged to model Hailey Baldwin.
July 2018: Reunion with DJ Khaled in No Brainer
In July 2018, Justin Bieber reunited with DJ Khaled on the song "No Brainer", also featuring Chance the Rapper and Quavo.
September 14, 2018: Baldwin's Tweet about marriage status
On September 14, 2018, Hailey Baldwin initially stated on Twitter that she and Justin Bieber had not yet married, but she later deleted the tweet.
September 2018: Marriage license obtained
In September 2018, Justin Bieber and Hailey Baldwin reportedly obtained a marriage license, leading to reports that they had a civil marriage.
September 2018: Reported U.S. citizenship process
In September 2018, it was reported by TMZ that Justin Bieber had started the process of becoming a United States citizen following his marriage to Hailey Baldwin.
October 2018: "Steps to Stardom" Extended
In October 2018, the "Steps to Stardom" exhibit at the Stratford Perth Museum, showcasing Justin Bieber's early career, was extended for at least another year due to breaking attendance records.
November 23, 2018: Bieber confirms marriage to Baldwin
On November 23, 2018, Justin Bieber stated that he was married to Hailey Baldwin.
2018: Marriage
In 2018, following his marriage, Justin Bieber's persona began to change, transitioning from a teen heartthrob to a more mature personality.
January 2019: Drew House Clothing Line Launch
In January 2019, Justin Bieber launched his own clothing line called "Drew House", featuring a yellow smiley-face logo and a wide range of products.
February 2019: Vogue Interview
In February 2019, Justin Bieber stated in an interview with Vogue that he would "laugh at his past self", reflecting on his personal growth and change.
April 21, 2019: Surprise Performance at Coachella
On April 21, 2019, Justin Bieber made a surprise performance at the Coachella music festival, teasing a return to music with a new album.
May 10, 2019: Release of I Don't Care
On May 10, 2019, Ed Sheeran and Justin Bieber released the single "I Don't Care" from Sheeran's album No.6 Collaborations Project.
September 2019: "Here + Now" Deodorant Line Release
In September 2019, Justin Bieber released his deodorant line, "Here + Now", designed for sensitive skin, after a collaboration with Schmidt's Naturals CEO.
September 30, 2019: Official wedding ceremony with Hailey Baldwin
On September 30, 2019, Justin Bieber and Hailey Baldwin had an official wedding ceremony in Bluffton, South Carolina.
October 4, 2019: Release of 10,000 Hours
On October 4, 2019, Justin Bieber and 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 the release of his fifth studio album and his fourth concert tour in 2020.
December 31, 2019: Release of Justin Bieber: Seasons Trailer
On December 31, 2019, Justin Bieber released a trailer for his 10-part YouTube Originals docu-series Justin Bieber: Seasons.
January 3, 2020: Release of Yummy
On January 3, 2020, Justin Bieber released "Yummy", the first single from his fifth studio album. It debuted at number two on the Billboard Hot 100.
January 2020: Diagnosis of Lyme disease and mononucleosis
In January 2020, Justin Bieber announced on his Instagram that he had been diagnosed with Lyme disease and infectious mononucleosis.
January 28, 2020: Confirmation of Changes Release Date
On January 28, 2020, Justin Bieber confirmed on The Ellen DeGeneres Show that his fifth studio album, Changes, would be released on February 14, and he released a promotional single, "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 the Beijing Chunmiao Children Aid Foundation in China to support COVID-19 relief efforts.
May 8, 2020: Release of Stuck with U
On May 8, 2020, Ariana Grande and Justin Bieber released the single "Stuck with U" to raise funds for COVID-19 first responders. 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 released the single "Stuck With U" to support the COVID-19 pandemic relief efforts.
August 28, 2020: Featured on Falling for You
On August 28, 2020, Justin Bieber was featured on Jaden's album track "Falling for You" from CTV3: Cool Tape Vol. 3.
September 4, 2020: Starred 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 pandemic relief
In September 2020, Justin Bieber and Chance the Rapper partnered with Cash App to donate $250,000 to fans struggling during the COVID-19 pandemic.
September 18, 2020: Release of Holy
On September 18, 2020, Justin Bieber released a collaboration with Chance the Rapper titled "Holy", the first single from his upcoming sixth studio album. It peaked at number three on the Billboard Hot 100.
October 15, 2020: Release of Lonely
On October 15, 2020, Justin Bieber released "Lonely", a collaboration with Benny Blanco, as the second single from his upcoming album. The song peaked at number 12 on the Billboard Hot 100.
October 2020: Crocs x Justin Bieber Collaboration
In October 2020, Justin Bieber collaborated with Crocs on a limited edition of the brand's clogs called "Crocs x Justin Bieber", featuring a design inspired by his clothing brand, Drew House.
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.
December 2020: Protecting Lawful Streaming Act
In December 2020, the Protecting Lawful Streaming Act, a bill that Justin Bieber had opposed in 2011, was signed into law as part of the omnibus Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021.
2020: Release of "Changes" Album
In 2020 Justin Bieber's album "Changes" was officially released in China and promoted on Chinese music platforms.
2020: Opening up about addiction in docu-series
In 2020, Justin Bieber opened up about his struggles with addiction in his American YouTube docu-series Seasons, detailing his consumption of lean, MDMA, and hallucinogenic mushrooms in the early stages of his career.
2020: Billie Eilish's obsession
In 2020, it was revealed that Billie Eilish's mother considered sending her to therapy due to her intense "obsession" with Justin Bieber, illustrating the extent of his cultural impact.
January 1, 2021: Release of Anyone
On January 1, 2021, Justin Bieber released the third single "Anyone" from his upcoming studio album, which peaked at number six on the Billboard Hot 100.
February 14, 2021: Journals Live Performance
On February 14, 2021, Justin Bieber performed "Journals Live" in collaboration with TikTok, marking his first-ever performance of his 2013 album Journals. It became the first long-form concert event on the platform.
March 2021: Visit to California State Prison
In March 2021, Justin Bieber, along with his wife Hailey and pastor Judah Smith, visited the California State Prison in Los Angeles County, meeting with inmates and expressing support for the Anti-Recidivism Coalition. He also committed to providing buses for relatives of inmates.
June 11, 2021: Appearance on Culture III
On June 11, 2021, Justin Bieber made an appearance on Migos's fourth studio album, Culture III, on the album track "What You See".
July 24, 2021: Worship leading at SoFi Stadium
On July 24, 2021, Justin Bieber led worship with Gospel singers Kari Jobe and Cody Carnes during the "Freedom Experience" at SoFi Stadium, singing "The Blessing".
August 13, 2021: Release of "Essence" remix
On August 13, 2021, Justin Bieber released a remix of Wizkid's song "Essence", marking his debut in the afrobeats genre. This collaboration elevated the song to 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 COVID-19 relief.
September 4, 2021: Headlining the 2021 Made in America Festival
On September 4, 2021, Justin Bieber headlined the 2021 Made in America Festival, which was held at the Benjamin Franklin Parkway in Philadelphia.
September 2021: "Despacito" Chart Ranking
As of September 2021, "Despacito" holds the number-one position on the Greatest of All Time Hot Latin Songs chart and number-five on the Greatest of All Time Songs of the Summer chart by Billboard.
October 8, 2021: Release of Justin Bieber: Our World
On October 8, 2021, Justin Bieber released a documentary film titled Justin Bieber: Our World, which showcased his preparation for his 2020 "New Year's Eve Live" concert, which was his first concert performance in three years.
November 19, 2021: "Under the Mistletoe" Listed Among Greatest Holiday Albums
On November 19, 2021, the album "Under the Mistletoe" was listed among the Greatest of All Time Top Holiday Albums chart by Billboard.
2021: Removal from "Friends: The Reunion"
In 2021, Chinese streaming sites Youku, iQIYI, and Tencent Video removed Justin Bieber's scenes in Friends: The Reunion. However, both his past two albums Changes (2020) and Justice (2021) have been officially released in China, with Bieber seen promoting both albums on Chinese music platforms.
2021: Description of singing capabilities
In 2021, Justin Bieber released "Justice". Bieber is not a powerhouse vocalist, but he is a compelling one, casually dropping in a stray yodel here, a Mariah Carey–indebted set of runs there. His voice has a palatable smoothness; he's mastered push-and-pull dynamics, and he swings effortlessly from a placid chest voice to a zephyr of a falsetto.
2021: MTV Award for Artist of the Year
In 2021, Justin Bieber was awarded the MTV Award for Artist of the Year, recognizing his longevity and continued relevance in the music industry.
2021: Release of Justice and "Stay"
In 2021, Justin Bieber's sixth album, Justice, topped the Billboard 200 and featured "Peaches." He also broke Elvis Presley's 1965 record for the youngest solo act to have eight US number-one albums, and released his eighth US number-one single, "Stay."
January 1, 2022: Spotify Monthly Listeners Record
On January 1, 2022, Justin Bieber set a record for the most monthly listeners on Spotify, reaching a peak of 94.7 million listeners. This record was later broken by The Weeknd a year later.
February 7, 2022: Balenciaga campaign
On February 7, 2022, Justin Bieber starred in Balenciaga's first 2022 campaign alongside Kim Kardashian and Isabelle Huppert.
February 2022: Positive COVID-19 test
In February 2022, Justin Bieber tested positive for COVID-19, two days after starting his Justice World Tour.
February 18, 2022: Justice World Tour Scheduled Start
On February 18, 2022, the international legs of Justin Bieber's fourth concert tour, the Justice World Tour, was scheduled to begin in San Diego, California.
March 30, 2022: Featured on Kehlani's Single "Up at Night"
On March 30, 2022, Justin Bieber was featured on the single "Up at Night" by Kehlani.
April 2022: Vespa collaboration
In April 2022, Justin Bieber collaborated with Italian brand Vespa on a new limited edition scooter. The "JUSTIN BIEBER X VESPA" is based on a Piaggio Sprint and available in different engine sizes.
May 2022: Biebs Brew collaboration with Tim Hortons
In May 2022, Justin Bieber and Tim Hortons partnered again to launch the "Biebs Brew", a French vanilla cold brew.
June 6, 2022: Biebs Brew released
On June 6, 2022, the "Biebs Brew", a French vanilla cold brew in collaboration between Justin Bieber and Tim Hortons, became available in North American stores.
August 27, 2022: Release of "Beautiful Love" for Garena Free Fire
On August 27, 2022, Justin Bieber released an exclusive single titled "Beautiful Love" for the battle royale game Garena Free Fire.
December 2022: Launch of Generosity
In December 2022, Justin Bieber launched "Generosity", a clean water technology company aiming to provide sustainable drinking water and reduce plastic usage.
2022: Disapproval of overturning Roe v. Wade
In 2022, amidst Roe v. Wade being overturned, Justin Bieber and his wife expressed their disapproval, with Bieber stating on his Instagram story that women should have the choice what to do with their own bodies.
February 24, 2023: Featured on Don Toliver's Single "Private Landing"
On February 24, 2023, Don Toliver released the single "Private Landing", featuring Justin Bieber and Future, from Toliver's third studio album, Love Sick.
May 9, 2024: Pregnancy announcement
On May 9, 2024, Justin Bieber announced through an Instagram post that he and Hailey Baldwin were expecting their first child.
August 23, 2024: Birth of son
On August 23, 2024, Justin Bieber and Hailey Baldwin welcomed a son, Jack Blues.
2024: Twitter and YouTube Dominance
As of 2024, Justin Bieber is the fourth-most-followed user on Twitter and the most-followed musician on the platform, with over 110.3 million followers. His YouTube channel is also the most viewed music channel for an individual.
April 2025: Named Most Streamed European/American Artist on NetEase Cloud Music
In April 2025, NetEase Cloud Music named Justin Bieber as the most streamed European/American artist in the platform's 12-year history with more than 11.9 billion streams.
July 10, 2025: Release of Swag
On July 10, 2025, Justin Bieber released his seventh studio album titled Swag shortly after teasing an upcoming project through billboards in Iceland, earlier that same day.
2025: Release of Swag
In 2025, Justin Bieber released his seventh studio album Swag.
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