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 who gained fame in the late 2000s after being discovered on YouTube. His debut EP, My World (2009), achieved international recognition, establishing him as a teen idol and a prominent figure in contemporary pop music.

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

1963: Youngest Solo Male Act Since Stevie Wonder

In January 2010, With the release of his album "My World 2.0", Justin Bieber became the youngest solo male act to top the US Billboard 200 since Stevie Wonder in 1963.

1964: First Act Since The Beatles

Justin Bieber became the first solo act since the Beatles in 1964 to chart three solo songs in the top five of the US Billboard Hot 100 simultaneously, emphasizing his historical achievement in the music industry.

1965: Elvis Presley's Record Broken

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

1965: Youngest Artist Since Elvis Presley

Justin Bieber became the youngest solo artist since Elvis Presley in 1965 to have eight number-one albums on the Billboard 200, solidifying his place in music history.

1995: Reference to Alanis Morissette's Jagged Little Pill album

In 1995, Alanis Morissette released the album Jagged Little Pill, which was later referenced in comparison to Justin Bieber's album Purpose to illustrate the album's artistic depth and lasting impact.

1998: Reference to Madonna's Ray of Light album

In 1998, Madonna released the album Ray of Light, which was later referenced in comparison to Justin Bieber's album Purpose to illustrate the album's artistic depth and lasting impact.

2004: Third Artist in History

Justin Bieber became only the third artist in history, after the Beatles in 1964 and Usher in 2004, to hold the top-two positions of the Billboard Year-End Hot 100 Chart, underscoring his place among music legends.

2005: First Artist since Elvis Presley

Following the release of Purpose, Justin Bieber became the first artist since Elvis Presley in 2005 to replace his own song as number one on the UK Singles Chart, showcasing his significant impact on music charts.

2006: Reference to Justin Timberlake's FutureSex/LoveSounds album

In 2006, Justin Timberlake released the album FutureSex/LoveSounds, which was later referenced in comparison to Justin Bieber's album Purpose to illustrate the album's artistic depth and lasting impact.

2007: First Male Artist Since Justin Timberlake

Justin Bieber became the first male artist since Justin Timberlake in 2007 to have three number-one singles from an album in the US, cementing his status as a top male artist.

2010: Music's content

In 2010, Jody Rosen of Rolling Stone noted that Justin Bieber's music offered a gentle introduction to adolescence, focusing on romance but avoiding explicit content.

2011: Opposition to Commercial Felony Streaming Act

In 2011, Justin Bieber opposed Bill S.978, also known as the Commercial Felony Streaming Act, stating that the bill's sponsor, U.S. Senator Amy Klobuchar, "needs to be locked up, put away in cuffs!"

2011: Statements on sex, abortion, and love

In 2011, Justin Bieber told Rolling Stone magazine that he doesn't think you should have sex with anyone unless you love them and stated that he does not believe in abortion.

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.

2011: Compared to Mark Zuckerberg

In a 2011 article, the Orlando Sentinel compared the cultural significance of Justin Bieber to Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg, recognizing his impact on society and culture.

January 2012: Comments on singing about mature content

In January 2012, Justin Bieber stated his desire to avoid singing about sex, drugs, and swearing, emphasizing his focus on love and respect.

2012: Discusses musical influences

In 2012, Justin Bieber acknowledged the influence of black artists like Michael Jackson and Boyz II Men on his music. He expressed his liking for their work and their impact on his musical style.

2013: Forbes Lists as Top Ten Most Powerful Celebrity

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

2015: Anne Frank House exhibit attendance records

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

October 2018: "Steps to Stardom" exhibit extended

In October 2018, the "Steps to Stardom" exhibit on Justin Bieber's early career at the Stratford Perth Museum was extended due to breaking attendance records.

February 2019: Bieber reflects on his past self

In February 2019, Justin Bieber stated in an interview with Vogue that he would "laugh at his past self,", marking a shift in his perspective and public image.

2019: Opposition to Trump administration 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".

2019: Calls Chris Brown the "best entertainer of all time"

In 2019, Justin Bieber referred to Chris Brown as the "best entertainer of all time", publicly expressing his admiration for Brown's talent.

December 2020: Protecting Lawful Streaming Act signed into law

In December 2020, the Protecting Lawful Streaming Act, which Justin Bieber had previously opposed, was signed into law by then-President Donald Trump as part of the omnibus Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021.

January 2021: Reflection on 2014 arrest

In January 2021, Justin Bieber reflected on his January 23, 2014 arrest, describing it as "not [his] finest hour" and encouraging fans to "let the forgiveness of Jesus take over".

November 19, 2021: 'Under the Mistletoe' listed on Billboard's Greatest of All Time Top Holiday Albums chart

On November 19, 2021, the album 'Under the Mistletoe' was listed among the Greatest of All Time Top Holiday Albums chart by Billboard.

2021: Billboard Ranks Bieber Among Greatest Artists

In 2021, Billboard ranked Justin Bieber as the 55th greatest artist of all time and the 38th greatest Hot 100 artist of all time, recognizing his contributions to music and his impact on the charts.

2021: Protecting Lawful Streaming Act signed into law

2021: Review of "Justice"

In a review of Justin Bieber's 2021 album, Justice, Pitchfork praised his compelling vocal delivery, highlighting his smooth voice and dynamic range.

2022: Support for women's reproductive rights

In 2022, amidst Roe v. Wade being overturned, Justin Bieber expressed disapproval, stating "For what it's worth, I think women should have the choice what to do with their own bodies." on his Instagram story.