History of Justin Bieber in Timeline
Justin Bieber is a Canadian singer and pop icon known for his genre-bending music. Discovered in 2008 by Scooter Braun, he was signed to RBMG Records, a label formed by Braun and Usher. Bieber's debut EP, *My World* (2009), achieved international success and launched him into teen idol status.
1963: Youngest solo male act to top the chart since Stevie Wonder
In January 2010, Justin Bieber became the youngest solo male act to top the chart since Stevie Wonder in 1963, when his debut album My World 2.0 debuted at number one on the US Billboard 200.
1964: First as a lead act since the Beatles to simultaneously chart three solo songs in the top five of the US Billboard Hot 100.
In 1964, The Beatles achieved the feat of having three solo songs chart in the top five of the US Billboard Hot 100 simultaneously. Justin Bieber was the first lead act since The Beatles to replicate this achievement, highlighting his widespread popularity.
1965: Elvis Presley's Record
In 2021, Justin Bieber broke Elvis Presley's 1965 record as the youngest solo act to have eight US number-one albums.
March 1, 1994: Birth of Justin Bieber
On March 1, 1994, Justin Drew Bieber was born in London, Ontario, Canada.
1995: Adetunji compared the album Purpose to Alanis Morissette's Jagged Little Pill.
The Conversation's Jo Adetunji compared Justin Bieber's album Purpose to Alanis Morissette's album Jagged Little Pill released in 1995.
1998: Adetunji compared the album Purpose to Madonna's Ray of Light.
The Conversation's Jo Adetunji compared Justin Bieber's album Purpose to Madonna's album Ray of Light released in 1998.
2004: Third artist in history to hold the top-two positions of the Billboard Year-End Hot 100, after Usher.
In 2004, Usher was one of the artists in history to hold the top-two positions of the Billboard Year-End Hot 100. In 2016, Justin Bieber matched this achievement.
2005: First artist since Elvis Presley to replace his own song as number one on the UK Singles Chart.
In 2005, prior to Justin Bieber's musical success, Elvis Presley was the last artist to achieve the milestone of replacing his own song as number one on the UK Singles Chart. Bieber later replicated this achievement, marking a significant moment in his career.
2006: Adetunji compared the album Purpose to Justin Timberlake's FutureSex/LoveSounds.
The Conversation's Jo Adetunji compared Justin Bieber's album Purpose to Justin Timberlake's album FutureSex/LoveSounds released in 2006.
2007: First male artist since Justin Timberlake to have three number-ones from an album in the US.
In 2007, Justin Timberlake was the last male artist before Justin Bieber to have three number-one songs from a single album in the US. Bieber later matched this achievement, adding to his list of career milestones.
2007: Scooter Braun Discovers Bieber on YouTube
In 2007, Scooter Braun accidentally clicked on one of Justin Bieber's YouTube videos where Bieber was covering Ne-Yo's "So Sick". Impressed, Braun tracked down Bieber and his mother, eventually convincing her to let Bieber go to Atlanta with him to record demo tapes.
2007: Early Performances and YouTube Uploads
In early 2007, at age 12, Justin Bieber performed Ne-Yo's "So Sick" at a local singing competition. His mother, Pattie Mallette, uploaded a video of the performance to YouTube, and continued uploading videos of him singing covers of R&B songs. He also busked shows in front of the Avon Theatre.
October 2008: Signed with Island Records
In October 2008, L.A. Reid signed Justin Bieber to Island Records, resulting in a joint venture between RBMG and Island Records. Chris Hicks was appointed as executive vice-president of Def Jam to manage Bieber's career.
2008: Relationship with Caitlin Beadles
In 2008, Justin Bieber began a relationship with Caitlin Beadles that lasted until 2009; they remained friends afterward.
2008: Discovered by Scooter Braun and Signed to RBMG Records
In 2008, Justin Bieber was discovered by record executive Scooter Braun and brought to the United States by Usher, who together formed RBMG Records in October of that year and signed Bieber.
July 2009: Release of First Single 'One Time'
In July 2009, Justin Bieber's first single, "One Time", was released to radio while he was still recording his debut album. It reached number 12 on the Canadian Hot 100 and number 17 on the Billboard Hot 100.
November 2009: Before the release of My World, his YouTube videos attracted millions of views.
Prior to the release of his debut album My World in November 2009, Justin Bieber's YouTube videos garnered millions of views, showcasing his early appeal and the platform's significance in launching his career.
November 17, 2009: Release of Debut EP '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 for Christmas in Washington
On December 20, 2009, Justin Bieber performed "Someday at Christmas" for President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama at the White House for Christmas in Washington, which aired on TNT.
2009: Release of Debut EP 'My World'
In 2009, Justin Bieber released his debut extended play (EP), My World, which garnered international recognition and established him as a teen idol.
2009: Relationship with Caitlin Beadles
In 2009, Justin Bieber was in a relationship with Caitlin Beadles that started in 2008; the two remained friends afterwards.
2009: Bieber's appearance on The Ellen DeGeneres Show, The Wendy Williams Show and Good Morning America.
In 2009, following the release of his singles "One Time" and "One Less Lonely Girl", Justin Bieber's rising popularity led to appearances on popular shows such as The Ellen DeGeneres Show, The Wendy Williams Show, and Good Morning America, expanding his reach to a wider audience.
2009: Promotion of 'My World' through Live Shows
Throughout 2009, Justin Bieber promoted his album My World by performing on several live shows, including mtvU's VMA 09 Tour, The Dome, The Next Star, The Today Show, and more. He also guest-starred in an episode of True Jackson, VP.
2009: Promotional Appearances
To promote his album, Justin Bieber appeared on several live programs including The View, the 2010 Kids' Choice Awards, Nightline, Late Show with David Letterman, The Dome and 106 & Park.
December 31, 2009: Performance on Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve
On December 31, 2009, Justin Bieber performed on Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve with Ryan Seacrest.
January 2010: Release of 'Baby'
In January 2010, Justin Bieber released the song "Baby" featuring Ludacris, from his debut album, My World 2.0. The song 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 and was invited to be a vocalist for the remake of the charity single "We Are the World" to benefit Haiti after the earthquake.
March 12, 2010: Feature on 'Wavin' Flag'
On March 12, 2010, Justin Bieber was featured on a version of K'naan's "Wavin' Flag", recorded by Canadian musicians as Young Artists for Haiti.
April 10, 2010: Musical Guest on Saturday Night Live
On April 10, 2010, Justin Bieber was the musical guest on Saturday Night Live.
April 2010: Release of 'Somebody to Love' Remix
In April 2010, Justin Bieber released the single "Somebody to Love" and a remix featuring his mentor, Usher.
April 2010: Bieber discusses vocal changes
In April 2010, Justin Bieber spoke about his voice cracking due to puberty and adjusting his live performances of "Baby" because of it.
May 2010: Featured on Soulja Boy's Song 'Rich Girl'
In May 2010, Justin Bieber featured in rapper Soulja Boy's song "Rich Girl".
June 23, 2010: Start of My World Tour
On June 23, 2010, Justin Bieber began his first official headlining tour, the My World Tour, in Hartford, Connecticut, to promote My World and My World 2.0.
July 4, 2010: Performance at Macy's Fourth of July Fireworks Spectacular
On July 4, 2010, Justin Bieber performed at the Macy's Fourth of July Fireworks Spectacular in New York City.
July 2010: Most Searched-For Celebrity on the Internet
In July 2010, Justin Bieber was reported to be the most searched-for celebrity on the Internet. Also that month, the music video for "Baby" surpassed Lady Gaga's "Bad Romance" as the most viewed, and also the most disliked, YouTube video at the time.
September 12, 2010: Performance at the 2010 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 2010: 3% of Twitter Traffic Attributed to Bieber
In September 2010, it was reported that Justin Bieber accounted for 3% of all traffic on Twitter.
September 23, 2010: Guest appearance on CSI: Crime Scene Investigation
On September 23, 2010, Justin Bieber guest-starred in the season premiere of the CBS crime drama CSI: Crime Scene Investigation, playing a troubled teen.
October 2010: Announcement of Acoustic Album and Book Release
In October 2010, Justin Bieber announced the release of an acoustic album called My Worlds Acoustic and 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, in the United States, featuring acoustic versions of songs from his previous albums, and accompanied the release of a new song titled "Pray".
December 2010: Beginning of Relationship with Selena Gomez
In December 2010, Justin Bieber started an on-again, off-again relationship with singer and actress Selena Gomez.
2010: Criticized for looking and sounding younger than his age.
In 2010, Justin Bieber faced criticism for appearing and sounding younger than his actual age, drawing attention to his youthful image in the media.
2010: Awarded the MTV Award for Best New Artist in 2010
In 2010, Justin Bieber received the MTV Award for Best New Artist, marking an early achievement in his career and signifying his breakthrough into the music industry.
2010: Partnerships in 2010
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 and sold one million bottles in less than two months.
2010: Support for PETA
In 2010, Justin Bieber supported a campaign for People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) by urging fans to adopt abandoned pets from shelters.
2010: Release of 'My World 2.0'
In 2010, Justin Bieber's debut studio album, My World 2.0, was released, debuting atop the US Billboard 200, making him the youngest solo male act to achieve this in 47 years. The album featured the hit single "Baby".
2010: Bieber's Rising Popularity
In 2010, Justin Bieber's music video for "Baby" became one of the most liked videos on YouTube, receiving over 24 million likes. He was also named the top-trending star on Twitter as his fans frequently discussed him.
2010: "Beliebers" was among the top words of 2010.
In 2010, the term "Beliebers," referring to Justin Bieber's fanbase, was recognized as one of the top words of the year, highlighting his widespread popularity and cultural impact.
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 Justin Bieber, was released, grossing $12.4 million on its opening day and becoming the highest-grossing concert or performance film at the global box office with a total of $99,034,125 worldwide.
February 14, 2011: Release of "Never Say Never – The Remixes"
On February 14, 2011, Justin Bieber released his second remix album, Never Say Never – The Remixes, featuring remixes of songs from his debut album and guest appearances from artists such as Miley Cyrus, Chris Brown, and Kanye West.
February 17, 2011: Character death on CSI
On February 17, 2011, Justin Bieber's character was killed off in a subsequent episode of the series CSI: Crime Scene Investigation.
February 18, 2011: Participation in NBA All-Star Celebrity Game
On February 18, 2011, Justin Bieber participated in the 2011 NBA All-Star Celebrity Game and was named the Most Valuable Player (MVP).
March 2011: Donation of Hair to The Gentle Barn
In March 2011, Justin Bieber donated his hair to Ellen DeGeneres during his appearance on The Ellen DeGeneres Show, which was then sold on eBay for over $40,000 to benefit the animal rescue charity, The Gentle Barn.
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 in Japan in March 2011.
June 2011: Award and recognition in June 2011
In June 2011, Justin Bieber won his first award in country music for Collaborative Video of the Year at the CMT Music Awards for "That Should Be Me", was named one of Time magazine's 100 most influential people, and was ranked No. 2 on the Forbes list of Best-Paid Celebrities under 30, earning $53 million in a 12-month period; also the collaborative single "Next to You" with Chris Brown was released.
November 1, 2011: Release of "Under the Mistletoe"
On November 1, 2011, Justin Bieber released his second studio album, the Christmas-themed Under the Mistletoe, which debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200.
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 'Someday' Fragrance
In 2011, Justin Bieber launched his debut fragrance, Someday, which grossed over three million US dollars in sales at Macy's in under three weeks.
2011: Release of 'Under the Mistletoe'
In 2011, Justin Bieber released his second studio album, Under the Mistletoe, which became the first Christmas album by a male artist to debut atop the charts.
2011: Views on Sexual Abstinence and Abortion
In 2011, Justin Bieber shared his views on sexual abstinence and abortion, stating he doesn't think one should have sex without love and expressing his opposition to abortion, considering it "like killing a baby".
2011: Opposition to the Commercial Felony Streaming Act
In 2011, Justin Bieber was among the content creators opposing Bill S.978, also known as the Commercial Felony Streaming Act, stating that U.S. Senator Amy Klobuchar "needs to be locked up, put away in cuffs!"
2011: Criticized for an androgynous appearance, including his appearance on the cover of LOVE magazine's androgyny issue.
In 2011, Justin Bieber was criticized for his androgynous appearance, particularly highlighted by his appearance on the cover of LOVE magazine's androgyny issue, which drew considerable media attention.
2011: Honored with Star in Stratford, Ontario
In 2011, Justin Bieber was honoured with a star in front of Avon Theater in Stratford, Ontario, Canada, where he used to busk when he was younger.
2011: Included on Forbes' list of the top ten most powerful celebrities.
In 2011, Justin Bieber was included on Forbes' list of the top ten most powerful celebrities, solidifying his status as a major influential figure in the entertainment industry.
2011: Orlando Sentinel compared the cultural significance of Bieber to Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg
In 2011, The Orlando Sentinel compared the cultural significance of Justin Bieber to that of Mark Zuckerberg, noting Bieber's influence and prominence in contemporary society.
2011: Named One of Time's 100 Most Influential People
In 2011, Time magazine named Justin Bieber one of the 100 most influential people in the world.
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", which peaked within the top 30 of the Billboard Hot 100.
March 26, 2012: Release of "Boyfriend"
On March 26, 2012, Justin Bieber released "Boyfriend" as the first single from his upcoming album, Believe. The song debuted at number two on the US Billboard Hot 100, selling 521,000 digital units.
May 2012: Production of Justin Bieber's Believe film begins
In May 2012, production began on the film Justin Bieber's Believe.
May 29, 2012: Release of promotional single "Die in Your Arms"
On May 29, 2012, Justin Bieber released "Die in Your Arms" as the first promotional single from his album Believe.
June 11, 2012: Release of "As Long as You Love Me"
On June 11, 2012, Justin Bieber released "As Long as You Love Me" (featuring Big Sean) as the second single from Believe. It peaked at number six on the Billboard Hot 100.
June 2012: Release of 'Girlfriend' Fragrance
In June 2012, Justin Bieber launched his second fragrance, Girlfriend, following the success of his first fragrance.
June 19, 2012: Release of "Believe"
On June 19, 2012, Justin Bieber released his third studio album, Believe, which debuted at number one on the Billboard 200. The album incorporated elements of dance-pop and R&B genres and marked a musical departure from his previous teen pop sound.
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 the Believe Tour
In September 2012, Justin Bieber's Believe Tour, promoting the album of the same name, began in Glendale, Arizona.
October 2012: Release of "Beauty and a Beat"
In October 2012, Justin Bieber released "Beauty and a Beat" (featuring Nicki Minaj) as the third single from Believe. 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.
December 14, 2012: Announcement of Believe Acoustic
On December 14, 2012, Justin Bieber announced on The Ellen DeGeneres Show his plans to release an acoustic album titled Believe Acoustic.
2012: Controversial Claim About Indigenous Ancestry
In 2012, Justin Bieber claimed to be "part Indian...Inuit or something", sparking criticism from the Canadian Congress of Aboriginal Peoples for perpetuating misconceptions about Indigenous people receiving free gasoline from the Canadian government.
2012: Endorsement Deal with Adidas
In 2012, Justin Bieber endorsed Adidas alongside Derrick Rose and Venus Williams, marking another significant partnership in his career.
2012: Release of 'Believe'
In 2012, Justin Bieber explored dance-pop on his third studio 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: Accusation of reckless driving
In 2012, Justin Bieber was accused of reckless driving in his neighbourhood.
2012: Included on Forbes' List of Top Ten Most Powerful Celebrities
In 2012, Justin Bieber was included on Forbes' list of the top ten most powerful celebrities.
2012: Included on the Forbes annual list.
In 2012, Justin Bieber was included on the Forbes annual list of influential and highly-paid celebrities, highlighting his continued success and impact in the entertainment industry.
2012: Graduation from St. Michael Catholic Secondary School
Justin Bieber graduated from St. Michael Catholic Secondary School in 2012 with a 4.0 GPA.
2012: Campaign for Charity: Water
On his birthday in 2011 and 2012, Justin Bieber launched his campaign to urge his followers to donate on Twitter to Charity: Water, a nonprofit that brings potable drinking water to people in developing countries.
January 2013: Surpassed Lady Gaga as the most-followed person on Twitter.
In January 2013, Justin Bieber surpassed Lady Gaga to become the most-followed person on Twitter, holding the record for 11 months and demonstrating his influence on social media.
January 29, 2013: Release of Believe Acoustic
On January 29, 2013, Justin Bieber released Believe Acoustic, which debuted at number one on the Billboard 200. This achievement made 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; however, his appearance was critically panned.
March 7, 2013: Fainting backstage at London's O2 Arena
On March 7, 2013, Justin Bieber fainted backstage at London's O2 Arena after complaining of breathing problems throughout his concert performance and was taken to the hospital.
April 2013: Criticism for Anne Frank House Guestbook Message
In April 2013, Justin Bieber received widespread criticism for writing a message in the Anne Frank House guestbook that read, "Hopefully she would have been a belieber."
July 2013: Launch of 'The Key' Fragrance
In July 2013, Justin Bieber launched his third fragrance, The Key, expanding his presence in the fragrance market.
August 2013: Leak of "Slave to the Rhythm" remix
In August 2013, a remixed duet version of Michael Jackson's previously unreleased song "Slave to the Rhythm", featuring Justin Bieber, leaked online, causing controversy and prompting the Michael Jackson Estate to attempt to remove the song from various websites.
October 3, 2013: Announcement of Music Mondays
On October 3, 2013, Justin Bieber announced that 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: Alleged assault on a photographer in Argentina
On November 9, 2013, Justin Bieber allegedly assaulted a photographer in Argentina, leading to legal consequences later on.
December 9, 2013: Release of "Confident" and announcement of "Journals"
On December 9, 2013, Justin Bieber released the song "Confident" (featuring Chance the Rapper) and announced that all 10 Music Monday tracks would be featured on the compilation album Journals, which would also include five additional unreleased songs.
December 2013: Incident with Limousine Driver
In December 2013, Justin Bieber was involved in an incident with a limousine driver, leading to an assault charge that was later dropped in September 2014.
December 23, 2013: Journals released for limited-time purchase
On December 23, 2013, the compilation album Journals was made 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, a follow-up to Justin Bieber: Never Say Never, was released.
2013: Typhoon Haiyan Relief Efforts
In 2013, Justin Bieber launched his online #GiveBackPhilippines campaign to help the victims of Typhoon Haiyan and traveled to the Philippines after raising $3 million.
2013: Received 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. Bieber has five Diamond certifications from the RIAA.
2013: Bieber stated he was "very influenced by black culture"
In 2013, Justin Bieber stated that he was "very influenced by black culture" but did not try to "act or pose in a certain way", describing it as a "lifestyle-like a suaveness or a swag".
2013: Charged with vandalism in Brazil
In 2013, Justin Bieber was charged with vandalism in Brazil.
2013: Included on Forbes' List of Top Ten Most Powerful Celebrities
In 2013, Justin Bieber was included on Forbes' list of the top ten most powerful celebrities.
2013: Included on the Forbes annual list.
In 2013, Justin Bieber was included on the Forbes annual list of influential and highly-paid celebrities, marking another year of his significant presence in the entertainment industry.
2013: Involvement in several controversial events.
In 2013, Justin Bieber was involved in numerous controversial events, drastically affecting his teen heartthrob image.
January 9, 2014: End of limited-time purchase for Journals
On January 9, 2014, Journals was no longer available for purchase via iTunes.
March 2014: Alleged sexual assault
In March 2014, Justin Bieber was accused of committing sexual assault in Austin, Texas at Four Seasons hotel.
March 2014: Jeremy Bieber's Role in Justin's Life
In March 2014, Rolling Stone characterized Justin Bieber's father, Jeremy, as having a complex relationship with his son, accepting a place of honor in Justin's entourage after a period of being less involved.
March 2014: Featured on the cover of Rolling Stone as "Bad Boy".
In March 2014, Rolling Stone magazine featured Justin Bieber on its cover with the title "Bad Boy", reflecting his controversies.
April 2014: Transfer to Def Jam Recordings
In April 2014, Justin Bieber was transferred to Def Jam Recordings after the disbanding of Universal Music's division, The Island Def Jam Music Group.
June 2014: Videos with Racist Language Emerge
In June 2014, videos surfaced of a 15-year-old Justin Bieber telling a joke using the word "nigger" and singing "One Less Lonely Girl" with altered racist lyrics. He apologized for his mistakes.
July 9, 2014: Sentenced for Vandalism
On July 9, 2014, Justin Bieber was sentenced to probation, restitution, anger management, and community service for throwing eggs at his neighbor's home in California in January 2014.
August 13, 2014: Settlement of DUI Case
On August 13, 2014, Justin Bieber settled his January 2014 DUI case with a plea bargain, pleading guilty to resisting an officer and driving without due care. He was fined, sentenced to anger management and a program on drunk driving's impact, and made a donation to Our Kids charity.
September 1, 2014: Arrested for Assault and Dangerous Driving
On September 1, 2014, Justin Bieber was arrested and charged with assault and dangerous driving near Stratford, Ontario, following a collision between his ATV and a minivan on August 29, 2014. He allegedly engaged in a physical altercation with an occupant of the minivan.
November 2014: Release of "Home to Mama" and topping Forbes 30 Under 30
In November 2014, Justin Bieber released the song "Home to Mama" (featuring Cody Simpson) and topped Forbes magazine's Forbes 30 Under 30 annual ranking as the highest-earning celebrity under 30 for that year.
November 2014: Ordered to Appear in Argentina
In November 2014, Justin Bieber was ordered by a Buenos Aires court to appear in Argentina within 60 days to testify on an alleged assault on a photographer in November 2013.
2014: Jeremy Bieber and Erin Wagner break up
In 2014, Jeremy Bieber and his ex-girlfriend, Erin Wagner, broke up after seven years together. They have two children, daughter Jazmyn and son Jaxon.
2014: Launch of 'Justin Bieber Collector's Edition' Fragrance
In 2014, Justin Bieber launched his latest fragrance, Justin Bieber Collector's Edition, continuing his line of fragrances.
2014: Included on the Forbes annual list.
In 2014, Justin Bieber was included on the Forbes annual list of influential and highly-paid celebrities, maintaining his status as a prominent figure in the entertainment industry.
February 2015: Release of "Where Are Ü Now"
In February 2015, Justin 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: Appearance in Carly Rae Jepsen's music video
In March 2015, Justin Bieber made an appearance in the music video for Carly Rae Jepsen's single "I Really Like You".
March 2015: Comedy Central Roast and Lip Sync Battle
In March 2015, Justin Bieber was the featured roastee in Comedy Central's annual roast special and a contestant on Lip Sync Battle.
April 2015: Bodyguards released in Argentina
In April 2015, two of Justin Bieber's bodyguards were released in Argentina in connection to the alleged assault on a photographer on November 9, 2013, after Bieber failed to appear in court.
June 2015: Partnership with StarShop
In June 2015, Justin Bieber collaborated with StarShop, a shopping app launched by Kevin Harrington, further expanding his ventures into the tech and retail space.
August 28, 2015: Release of "What Do You Mean?"
On August 28, 2015, Justin Bieber released "What Do You Mean?", the lead single from his fourth studio album, Purpose. The song, blending teen pop, electronic dance music, and acoustic R&B, debuted at number one on the US Billboard Hot 100, marking his first number-one single in the country.
September 4, 2015: Featured on "Maria I'm Drunk"
On September 4, 2015, Justin Bieber was 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 "Sorry", the second single from his album Purpose. The song debuted at number two on the Billboard Hot 100.
November 11, 2015: Purpose World Tour Announcement
On November 11, 2015, Justin Bieber announced that he would embark on the Purpose World Tour.
November 13, 2015: Purpose Album Release
On November 13, 2015, Justin Bieber released his album, Purpose, which debuted at number one on the Billboard 200, becoming his sixth album to top that chart.
December 6, 2015: Jingle Bell Ball Headliner
On December 6, 2015, Justin Bieber headlined the 2015 Jingle Bell Ball held by Capital FM.
December 2015: Briefly Dated Hailey Baldwin
From December 2015 to January 2016, Justin Bieber briefly dated model Hailey Baldwin.
2015: Grammy Award and Release of 'Purpose'
In 2015, Justin Bieber explored EDM on "Where Are Ü Now" (with Jack Ü), which won a Grammy Award. Also in 2015, his fourth album, Purpose, was released, producing three Billboard Hot 100 number-one singles.
2015: Release of album Purpose.
In 2015, Justin Bieber released his EDM-driven album Purpose, which was recognized for reaching "beyond the moment and trends" of that period and solidified his reputation as a serious creative artist.
2015: "Steps to Stardom" exhibit broke attendance records set by its Anne Frank House exhibit.
The "Steps to Stardom" exhibit on Justin Bieber's early career at the Stratford Perth Museum broke attendance records that were previously set by its 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 2016: Briefly Dated Hailey Baldwin
From December 2015 to January 2016, Justin Bieber briefly dated model Hailey Baldwin.
January 23, 2016: "Sorry" Climbs to Number One
On the week charting January 23, 2016, Justin Bieber's song "Sorry" climbed to the top of the Billboard Hot 100, becoming his second number-one single on the chart.
February 12, 2016: Vinyl Release of First Four Albums
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
On March 8, 2016, "Company", an album track on Purpose, was announced as the fourth single from the album.
March 9, 2016: Purpose World Tour Launch
On March 9, 2016, Justin Bieber's Purpose World Tour started in Seattle, Washington.
May 13, 2016: Featured on "Juke Jam"
On May 13, 2016, Justin Bieber was co-featured alongside Towkio on the album track "Juke Jam", 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.
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 the latter's debut studio album, Stoney.
December 9, 2016: iHeartRadio Jingle Ball Performance
On December 9, 2016, Justin Bieber was the headlining act at the 2016 iHeartRadio Jingle Ball and gave a closing performance.
December 2016: Linked to Sofia Richie
From August to December 2016, Justin Bieber was linked to model Sofia Richie.
2016: Included on the Forbes annual list.
In 2016, Justin Bieber was included on the Forbes annual list of influential and highly-paid celebrities, reaffirming his continued success and impact in the entertainment industry.
2016: Named the "Greatest Pop Star of 2016" by Billboard.
In 2016, Justin Bieber was recognized by Billboard as the "Greatest Pop Star of 2016," highlighting his significant impact on the pop music scene.
2016: "Love Yourself" topped Billboard's Year-End Hot 100 Chart
In 2016, Justin Bieber's song "Love Yourself" topped Billboard's Year-End Hot 100 Chart, with "Sorry" at number two, making Bieber the third artist in history to hold the top-two positions of the Billboard Year-End Hot 100.
January 28, 2017: NHL Celebrity All-Star Game Participant
On January 28, 2017, Justin Bieber participated in the 2017 NHL Celebrity All-Star Game as a player, coached by Wayne Gretzky.
April 17, 2017: Release of "Despacito" Remix
On April 17, 2017, Puerto Rican singers Luis Fonsi and Daddy Yankee released a remix of their song "Despacito" featuring Justin Bieber. It was the first song by Bieber in which he sings in Spanish.
April 28, 2017: Release of "I'm the One"
On April 28, 2017, Justin Bieber, along with rappers Quavo, Chance the Rapper, and Lil Wayne, provided vocals on DJ Khaled's single "I'm the One". 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 "2U", featuring Justin Bieber. The first music video for "2U" features Victoria's Secret models lip synching to the song.
July 2017: Ban from Performing in China
In July 2017, the Chinese government banned Justin Bieber from performing in China due to his controversial behavior.
July 24, 2017: Cancellation of Remaining 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: Featured in the 2017 Edition of Guinness World Records.
In 2017, Justin Bieber was featured in the Guinness World Records edition for his achievements, including records from his album Purpose.
2017: Included on the Forbes annual list.
In 2017, Justin Bieber was included on the Forbes annual list of influential and highly-paid celebrities, recognizing his sustained success and influence in the entertainment industry.
2017: Chart Success with Guest Singles
In 2017, Justin Bieber's guest singles "I'm the One" by DJ Khaled and "Despacito" by Luis Fonsi both peaked at the Billboard Hot 100, making him the first artist to replace himself atop the chart with new songs in two consecutive weeks. "Despacito" also earned him a Latin Grammy Award.
February 2018: Trademarking Drew House
In February 2018, Justin Bieber trademarked the name for his company, Drew House, marking the initial steps toward launching his clothing line.
February 2018: Jeremy Bieber's Marriage
In February 2018, Justin Bieber's father, Jeremy Bieber, married his girlfriend Chelsey.
March 2018: End of On-Again, Off-Again Relationship with Selena Gomez
In March 2018, Justin Bieber's on-again, off-again relationship with singer and actress Selena Gomez came to an end.
June 2018: Reconciliation with Hailey Baldwin
In June 2018, Justin Bieber reconciled with Hailey Baldwin, reigniting their relationship.
July 7, 2018: Engagement to Hailey Baldwin
On July 7, 2018, Justin Bieber became engaged to model and longtime friend Hailey Baldwin.
July 2018: Reunion with DJ Khaled in "No Brainer"
In July 2018, Justin Bieber reunited with DJ Khaled in "No Brainer", co-featuring again with Chance the Rapper and Quavo. The single peaked in the top five of the Hot 100 and reached number one on Billboard's Hot R&B Songs chart.
September 14, 2018: Baldwin's Tweet on Marriage Status
On September 14, 2018, Hailey Baldwin stated on Twitter that she and Justin Bieber had not yet married, but deleted the tweet afterward.
September 2018: Marriage License and Civil Marriage Reports
In September 2018, Justin Bieber and Hailey Baldwin reportedly obtained a marriage license, leading to reports of a civil marriage.
September 2018: Reported Steps Towards U.S. Citizenship
In September 2018, TMZ reported that Justin Bieber had begun the process of becoming a United States citizen following his marriage to Hailey Baldwin.
October 2018: "Steps to Stardom" exhibit was originally scheduled to close.
The "Steps to Stardom" exhibit on Justin Bieber's early career at the Stratford Perth Museum was originally scheduled to close in October 2018, but its run was extended due to its popularity.
November 23, 2018: Bieber's Confirmation of Marriage to Baldwin
On November 23, 2018, Justin Bieber stated that he was married to Hailey Baldwin, confirming their marital status.
2018: Marriage changed his persona.
Following his marriage in 2018, Justin Bieber's public persona began to shift, transitioning away from his teen heartthrob image to a more mature personality.
January 2019: Launch of Drew House Clothing Line
In January 2019, Justin Bieber launched his own clothing line called "Drew House", featuring products with a yellow smiley-face logo and the text "drew".
February 2019: Would "laugh at his past self".
In an interview with Vogue in February 2019, Justin Bieber expressed that he would "laugh at his past self", indicating a changed perspective on his earlier years and experiences.
April 21, 2019: Surprise Coachella Performance
On April 21, 2019, Justin Bieber delivered a surprise performance at the 2019 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.
September 2019: Release of 'Here + Now' Deodorant Line
In September 2019, after collaborating with Schmidt's Naturals CEO, Michael Cammarata, Justin Bieber released his deodorant line, "Here + Now", designed for sensitive skin.
September 30, 2019: Official Wedding Ceremony
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 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 New 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.
2019: Opposition to Trump Administration's Family Separation Policy
In 2019, Justin Bieber opposed the Trump administration family separation policy, calling for Donald Trump to "also let those kids out of cages".
December 31, 2019: Trailer Release for YouTube Docu-Series
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 2020: Diagnosis with Lyme Disease and Mononucleosis
In January 2020, Justin Bieber announced on his Instagram that he had been diagnosed with Lyme disease and infectious mononucleosis, which affected his neurological and overall health.
January 27, 2020: Premiere of 'Justin Bieber: Seasons'
On January 27, 2020, the first episode of Justin Bieber's 10-part YouTube Originals docu-series, Justin Bieber: Seasons, was released. The series focused on his life post-hiatus, marriage, new music preparation, and his battle with Lyme disease.
January 28, 2020: Album Release Date Confirmation and Promotional Single
On January 28, 2020, Justin Bieber appeared on The Ellen DeGeneres Show and confirmed the release date of his fifth studio album, Changes, to be February 14, 2020. He also 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 14, 2020: Release of "Changes" Album
On February 14, 2020, Justin Bieber's album "Changes" was released, debuting at number one on the UK and US Billboard 200 charts, making him the youngest solo artist in history to have seven number-one albums in the US.
February 2020: Donation to Beijing Chunmiao Children Aid Foundation
In February 2020, Justin Bieber donated 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, 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 and their families. 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. All net proceeds from the song were donated to the First Responders Children's Foundation.
June 2020: Sexual Assault Accusation
In June 2020, Justin Bieber was accused of sexual assault by a woman who claimed the incident occurred in March 2014. Bieber denied the allegations and provided evidence he was not at the location at the time.
August 28, 2020: Featured on "Falling for You"
On August 28, 2020, Justin Bieber was featured on the album track "Falling for You" from Jaden's third studio album, CTV3: Cool Tape Vol. 3.
September 4, 2020: Starring Role in "Popstar" Music Video
On September 4, 2020, Justin Bieber played a lead starring role in the music video for DJ Khaled's single "Popstar" (featuring Drake).
September 2020: Partnership with Cash App for Donations
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", which Bieber called the start of his new era and 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: 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", 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", from Mendes' fourth studio album, Wonder. It peaked at number eight on the Billboard Hot 100.
December 2020: Protecting Lawful Streaming Act Signed into Law
In December 2020, the Protecting Lawful Streaming Act, a reintroduction of the Commercial Felony Streaming Act, was signed into law by then-President Donald Trump as part of the omnibus Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021.
2020: Release of 'Changes'
In 2020, Justin Bieber released his R&B-inspired fifth album, Changes, which topped the Billboard 200.
2020: Addiction Struggles Revealed in 'Seasons'
In 2020, in his American YouTube docu-series Seasons, Justin Bieber opened up about his struggles with addiction, including consumption of lean, MDMA, and hallucinogenic mushrooms, during the early stages of his career.
2020: Billie Eilish's "obsession" with Bieber.
In 2020, it was revealed that Billie Eilish's intense fandom for Justin Bieber in her earlier years was so strong that her mother, Maggie Baird, nearly considered sending her to therapy due to her "obsession" with him.
2020: Real Estate and Visa Status in 2020
In 2020, it was revealed that Justin Bieber owned a $26 million home in Beverly Hills, California, as well as a lakeside home in Ontario. He also possesses a non-immigrant O-1 visa for working status in the United States.
January 1, 2021: Release of "Anyone"
On January 1, 2021, Justin Bieber released "Anyone", the third single from his upcoming studio album, which peaked at number six on the Billboard Hot 100.
January 2021: Reflection on 2014 Arrest
In January 2021, Justin Bieber reflected on his 2014 arrest, describing it as "not [his] finest hour" and encouraging fans to embrace forgiveness.
February 14, 2021: "Journals Live" Performance on TikTok
On February 14, 2021, Justin Bieber performed "Journals Live" in collaboration with TikTok. This marked his first-ever performance of his 2013 album Journals and became the first long-form concert event on the platform, breaking the record for the most-viewed single-artist livestream in TikTok's history.
February 26, 2021: Announcement of "Justice" Album
On February 26, 2021, Justin Bieber officially announced that his sixth studio album would be titled Justice.
March 5, 2021: Release of "Hold On"
On March 5, 2021, Justin Bieber released "Hold On", the fourth single from his album Justice, which peaked at number 20 on the Billboard Hot 100.
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, where he met with inmates and committed to providing buses for inmates' relatives.
March 19, 2021: "Justice" Album and "Peaches" Single Release
On March 19, 2021, Justin Bieber released his album Justice and its fifth single, "Peaches". The album debuted at number one on the Billboard 200, becoming his eighth number-one project, while "Peaches" debuted at number one on the Billboard Hot 100, becoming his seventh number-one single. This led to Bieber setting records as the youngest solo artist to have eight US number-one albums and the first solo male artist to simultaneously debut a song and an album at number one in the US.
April 11, 2021: "Justice" Leads Billboard 200
On April 11, 2021, Justin Bieber's album Justice led the Billboard 200 by less than 1,000 units, marking his first full-length album to spend more than one week at the top of the chart in over a decade.
May 10, 2021: Featured on DJ Khaled's "Let It Go"
On May 10, 2021, Justin Bieber was co-featured on DJ Khaled's single "Let It Go", alongside 21 Savage, from Khaled's twelfth studio album, Khaled Khaled. He also appeared in the music video.
June 11, 2021: Appearance on Migos's "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 9, 2021: Release of "Stay" with The Kid Laroi
On July 9, 2021, Justin Bieber released a collaboration with the Kid Laroi titled "Stay". The song debuted at number three on the Billboard Hot 100 and later peaked at number one, becoming his eighth number-one single in the US. "Stay" also became his 100th career entry on the chart, making him the then-youngest solo artist to chart 100 songs on the Billboard Hot 100. It also became the first song by a male foreign act to achieve a perfect all-kill in South Korea.
July 24, 2021: Headlining "Freedom Experience" Show
On July 24, 2021, Justin Bieber was the headlining act for the "Freedom Experience" show at the SoFi Stadium as part of 1DayLA's COVID-19 service event.
August 13, 2021: Remix of Wizkid's "Essence"
On August 13, 2021, Justin Bieber released a remix to Nigerian singer Wizkid's song "Essence", marking his first song in afrobeats. The remix elevated the song's position 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 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 held at the Benjamin Franklin Parkway in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
October 8, 2021: Release of "Justin Bieber: Our World" Documentary
On October 8, 2021, Justin Bieber released a new documentary film titled Justin Bieber: Our World to give viewers an inside-view in preparation for his 2020 "New Year's Eve Live" powered by T-Mobile, his first concert performance in three years.
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, on streaming platforms worldwide.
November 15, 2021: Announcement of Justice World Tour
On November 15, 2021, Justin Bieber announced the international legs of his upcoming fourth concert tour, the Justice World Tour, scheduled to begin in San Diego, California, on February 18, 2022.
November 19, 2021: "Under the Mistletoe" listed among greatest holiday albums
On November 19, 2021, Justin Bieber's album, Under the Mistletoe, was listed among the Greatest of All Time Top Holiday Albums chart by Billboard.
December 3, 2021: Collaboration with Juice Wrld on "Wandered to LA"
On December 3, 2021, Justin Bieber released a collaboration with American rapper Juice Wrld titled "Wandered to LA" as the second single from the rapper's second posthumous album, Fighting Demons.
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 held in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.
December 11, 2021: Headlined 2021 Jingle Bell Ball
On December 11, 2021, Justin Bieber headlined the 2021 Jingle Bell Ball held by Capital FM at The O2, London.
2021: As of 2021, Bieber has set 33 Guinness World Records.
As of 2021, Justin Bieber has set 33 Guinness World Records, including eight that were achieved from the success of his album Purpose.
2021: Removal from Friends Reunion in China
In 2021, Chinese streaming sites removed Justin Bieber's scenes from Friends: The Reunion.
2021: Release of 'Justice' and Record Breaking Success
In 2021, Justin Bieber released his sixth album, Justice, which topped the Billboard 200 and included the successful single "Peaches". He broke Elvis Presley's 1965 record as the youngest solo act to have eight US number-one albums.
2021: Awarded the MTV Award for Artist of the Year in 2021
In 2021, Justin Bieber was awarded the MTV Award for Artist of the Year, recognizing his sustained success and impact on the music industry.
2021: Consolidated Appropriations Act in 2021
In 2021, the Consolidated Appropriations Act was signed into law, which included the Protecting Lawful Streaming Act.
2021: Collaboration with Tim Hortons for Timbiebs
In fall 2021, Justin Bieber collaborated with Tim Hortons to launch a specialty version of Timbits known as "timbiebs", which contributed to a 10.3% increase in Tim Hortons' sales in the fourth quarter.
January 1, 2022: Record for Most Monthly Listeners on Spotify
On January 1, 2022, Justin Bieber set the then-record for the most monthly listeners in Spotify history, having achieved a peak of 94.68 million monthly listeners.
February 4, 2022: Guest Appearance on Beam's "Alien"
On February 4, 2022, Justin Bieber made a guest appearance on Beam's debut studio album, Alien, on the album track "Sundown".
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, marking his presence in high fashion.
February 11, 2022: Headlined "Homecoming Weekend" Bash
On February 11, 2022, Justin Bieber headlined the "Homecoming Weekend" bash ahead of the Super Bowl in Los Angeles.
February 2022: COVID-19 Diagnosis
In February 2022, it was reported that Justin Bieber tested positive for COVID-19, two days after starting his Justice World Tour.
March 4, 2022: Released "Attention" with Omah Lay
On March 4, 2022, Justin Bieber released a collaboration with Nigerian singer Omah Lay titled "Attention".
March 28, 2022: "Ghost" Reached Top Five on Billboard
On March 28, 2022, "Ghost", the sixth single from Justice, peaked at number five on the Billboard Hot 100, marking his 20th career top-five hit on the chart. The song also reached number one on Billboard's Pop Songs chart, making Bieber the first solo male artist to have 10 number-one singles in the chart's history.
March 30, 2022: Featured on Kehlani's "Up at Night"
On March 30, 2022, Justin Bieber was featured on the single "Up at Night" by Kehlani, as part of the latter's third studio album, Blue Water Road.
April 15, 2022: Surprise Performance at Coachella
On April 15, 2022, Justin Bieber gave a surprise performance with Daniel Caesar at the 2022 Coachella music festival.
April 2022: Collaboration with Vespa
In April 2022, the Italian brand Vespa revealed its collaboration with Justin Bieber for a new limited edition of its famed scooter, named "JUSTIN BIEBER X VESPA" based on a Piaggio Sprint.
April 29, 2022: Released "Honest" Featuring Don Toliver
On April 29, 2022, Justin Bieber released a new single titled "Honest" (featuring Don Toliver) and an accompanying music video directed by Cole Bennett.
May 2022: New Collaboration with Tim Hortons: Biebs Brew
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 America
Beginning June 6, 2022, the "Biebs Brew", a French vanilla cold brew collaboration between Justin Bieber and Tim Hortons, became available in North American stores.
August 27, 2022: Released "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 Clean Water Technology Company 'Generosity'
In December 2022, Justin Bieber launched a clean water technology company called "Generosity" to provide sustainable drinking water, showcasing 150 water fountains at the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar.
2022: Disapproval of Roe v. Wade Overturn
In 2022, amidst Roe v. Wade being overturned, Justin Bieber and his wife expressed disapproval, with Bieber posting on his Instagram story stating "For what it's worth, I think women should have the choice what to do with their own bodies."
January 2023: Sold Music Publishing Rights
In January 2023, Justin Bieber sold his music publishing rights and recording catalogue shares, up to the end of 2021, to the Blackstone-backed Hipgnosis Songs Fund for over $200 million.
February 24, 2023: Featured on Don Toliver's "Private Landing"
On February 24, 2023, Justin Bieber was co-featured alongside Future on Don Toliver's single "Private Landing", from Toliver's third studio album, Love Sick. He also joined Toliver on stage at the 2023 Rolling Loud festival to perform the song.
September 15, 2023: Guest Appearance on Diddy's "Moments" and Release of "Snooze" Acoustic Version
On September 15, 2023, Justin Bieber made a guest appearance on the song "Moments" from American rapper Diddy's fifth studio album, The Love Album: Off the Grid. On the same day, he released an acoustic version of the single "Snooze" by SZA and starred in its official music video.
2023: Commercial Availability of Generosity Fountains
In 2023, Justin Bieber's "Generosity" fountains, which dispense refillable alkaline water, are expected to become commercially available at major venues and homes.
May 9, 2024: Announcement of First Child
On May 9, 2024, Justin Bieber announced through an Instagram post that he and Hailey Baldwin were expecting their first child.
August 23, 2024: Welcomed a son
On August 23, 2024, Justin Bieber and Hailey Baldwin welcomed a son.
2024: Social Media Presence in 2024
As of 2024, Justin Bieber is the fourth-most-followed user on Twitter and the most-followed musician with over 110.3 million followers. His YouTube channel remains the most viewed music channel for an individual with over 32 billion views, and he remains the most subscribed solo artist with over 73 million subscribers.
April 2025: 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.
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