Justin Drew Bieber is a Canadian singer, actor and musician who became an international celebrity in the early 2010s. He is one of the best-selling music artists in history, having sold over 150 million records worldwide. He also has a substantial amount of philanthropic efforts under his belt, including supporting charities such as Pencils of Promise and the Make-A-Wish Foundation.
Born in Canada, Bieber began his career by participating in a local singing competition at the age of 12. He placed second in the contest and was given a record deal with Def Jam Recordings. His first single, One Time, was released shortly after his contract with the label and peaked within the top 40 of the Billboard Hot 100. His debut album, My World, was a success and charted within the top 10 of the US Billboard 200.
Since the release of his debut album, Bieber has released several more studio albums and won numerous awards and accolades. He is the youngest male solo artist to have eight number-one singles on the US Billboard Hot 100 and has spent a total of 200 weeks in the top 10. Bieber has also been the host of various TV shows such as Saturday Night Live, The David Letterman Show, Kids Choice Awards and The Ellen DeGeneres Show.
While he has had his share of critics and haters, Bieber’s dedication to his craft has paid off with many fans. He has a diverse and eclectic musical taste, ranging from R&B and pop to hip-hop and dance. His most recent album, Purpose, reached number-one on the US Billboard 200.
Bieber has had his fair share of on-and-off relationships over the years, but his most high-profile romance was with singer Selena Gomez. The two began dating in 2011 and got back together in 2014 before breaking up for good. Bieber is currently in a relationship with model Hailey Baldwin.
The video for this song is simple and beautiful, featuring a young Bieber exploring the picturesque setting of Iceland with a mix of overhead and tracking shots. The video is a touching depiction of a young man finding his own place in the world, away from screaming fans and paparazzi.
This is one of the most popular videos from Justin’s acoustic-based fourth studio album, Purpose. In the clip, Bieber sings about his struggle with self-image and his search for true love. It features a cameo from his mentor, Usher, as well as the rappers Drake and Lil Twist. The song was a hit in both the United States and internationally, reaching number-one in many countries. The accompanying music video was equally successful, winning a VMA Award for Best Visual Effects.