Justin Bieber rose from a small-town Canadian singer to a pop star whose music has touched hearts and changed the course of contemporary culture. He has won numerous awards and set many records throughout his career. This is the story of his remarkable journey.
The film features intimate footage of Bieber performing live in concert, as well as behind-the-scenes looks at his life as a touring artist. Also included are candid interviews with his family, friends and colleagues. The film reveals the spiritual side of the star, including his daily meditation sessions and prayer before shows. It also explores his charity work, as he visits children in hospitals and soldiers stationed around the world.
The story begins in Stratford, Ontario, where Bieber was born and raised by his single mother, Pattie Mallette. A scrappy athlete and chess player, he kept his musical passions to himself until a local talent competition in which he came in second fueled his dream to become a singer. His mother posted YouTube clips of him singing, and the videos went viral, catching the attention of talent manager Scooter Braun.
After signing a deal with Usher, Bieber burst onto the music scene in 2009 with his appealing pop songs and fresh-faced good looks. His popularity exploded among preadolescent girls, and he became a teen idol. But he quickly grew out of the teen market and sought to broaden his audience by introducing more mature songs.
In the years since, he has released five studio albums and earned multiple chart-topping singles. He has received many nominations and awards, and his concerts sell out arenas around the world. He has also ventured into other areas, such as fashion and philanthropy. His fragrance line, Purpose, and his clothing line, Drew House (named after his middle name), have been hugely successful.
In his philanthropic efforts, Bieber has supported causes such as child hunger and cancer research. He has also visited war zones and earthquake-torn countries. He has donated money to help rebuild schools, and he has given away many gifts, such as guitars and basketballs.
Bieber has even starred in several movies and documentaries about his own life, including the 2011 movie Never Say Never, which featured him performing in theaters around the world. The documentary-style film was an instant success, as fans flocked to cinemas to see the young star in action on stage. The film has also garnered critical acclaim, with critics praising Bieber’s charismatic performances and touching messages. The film has been nominated for numerous awards, including the Best Music Film at the 2021 MTV Europe Music Awards and the 2022 iHeartRadio Music Awards. It has also grossed over 150 million worldwide.