How Justin Bieber Shaped the Future: A Legacy Timeline

A detailed timeline of the impact and legacy of Justin Bieber across different fields.

Justin Bieber is a Canadian singer and songwriter recognized as a pop icon. Discovered in 2008 by Scooter Braun and Usher, who subsequently signed him to RBMG Records, Bieber gained international recognition with his debut EP, My World (2009), establishing him as a teen idol. He is known for his performances across multiple genres.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition Challenges & Struggles Controversies & Scandals Legacy & Impact

1963: Stevie Wonder's Chart Success

In 1963, Stevie Wonder was the youngest solo male act to top the US Billboard 200 chart, a record Justin Bieber broke in 2010.

1964: Beatles' Billboard Achievement

In 1964, The Beatles held the top-two positions of the Billboard Year-End Hot 100, an achievement Justin Bieber replicated in 2016.

1965: Elvis Presley's Record

In 1965, Elvis Presley set the record for the youngest solo act to have eight US number-one albums, a record which Justin Bieber broke in 2021.

1995: Alanis Morissette's Jagged Little Pill Album

In 1995, Alanis Morissette released her album 'Jagged Little Pill'. Justin Bieber's album 'Purpose', released in 2015, was compared to 'Jagged Little Pill' album, among others.

1998: Madonna's Ray of Light Album

In 1998, Madonna released her album 'Ray of Light'. Justin Bieber's album 'Purpose', released in 2015, was compared to 'Ray of Light' album, among others.

2006: Justin Timberlake's FutureSex/LoveSounds Album

In 2006, Justin Timberlake released his album 'FutureSex/LoveSounds'. Justin Bieber's album 'Purpose', released in 2015, was compared to 'FutureSex/LoveSounds' album, among others.

2011: Time's 100 Most Influential People

In 2011, Time named Justin Bieber one of the 100 most influential people in the world.

2011: Compared to Mark Zuckerberg as Cultural Icon

In a 2011 article, Justin Bieber was compared to Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg, highlighting his cultural significance.

2013: Forbes' Top Ten Most Powerful Celebrities

From 2011 to 2013, Forbes listed Justin Bieber among the top ten most powerful celebrities.

2015: Anne Frank Exhibit Attendance Records

In 2015, the Anne Frank House exhibit at the Stratford Perth Museum set attendance records, which were later broken by the "Steps to Stardom" exhibit on Justin Bieber's early career in 2018.

October 2018: "Steps to Stardom" Exhibit Extended

In October 2018, the Stratford Perth Museum extended the "Steps to Stardom" exhibit, which showcases mementos from Justin Bieber's early career, after it broke attendance records.

February 2019: Interview with Vogue

In February 2019, during an interview with Vogue, Justin Bieber reflected on his past self, stating that he would laugh at it.

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.

September 2021: "Despacito" Chart Rankings

As of September 2021, the "Despacito" remix 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.

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