Justin Bieber has made every mistake a child star can make. But now he’s putting his life back together, one positive, deliberate step at a time. Those steps include his music, his message of hope and love, and the way he carries himself. He’s still a kid at heart, but now he is a man who knows what it means to be loved by people who really know him.
As a teenager, Bieber became famous worldwide thanks to his music and adoring fans. He signed a record deal and went on to release several hit singles that topped charts. But the young star was also a polarizing presence with his off-color remarks, bad-boy behavior, and frequent run-ins with the law.
Those problems, and the pressures of being such a public figure, ultimately brought him to the brink of destruction. Eventually, Bieber swore off fame and found solace in his marriage and his faith. Now he’s a man who’s trying to be a role model for younger artists and help them avoid the pitfalls that got him in trouble in the first place.
This spring, Bieber teamed up with Ed Sheeran for this breezy track, which topped the charts in many countries. Its video, filmed in Iceland and set to a mix of overhead and tracking shots, is both calming and breathtaking.
The most important thing to remember about this video is that it was shot just three months after the death of Bieber’s friend, Michael Jackson. It’s a haunting reminder of what it’s like to be the object of so much adoration and the need for constant approval.
One of the most interesting things about this video is that it’s a collaboration with YouTube creator Ryan Good, who is a friend of Bieber’s. Good and Bieber set out to show a different side of the singer, who is more vulnerable and unsure of himself.
The result is a touching and revealing video that shows Bieber exploring the hills of Iceland, away from screaming fans and paparazzi. It is a beautiful and intimate look at the way that Bieber can be just as vulnerable as anyone else, even when he’s a celebrity. Drew House is a genderfluid fashion line that was launched in 2018 by Bieber. The clothing is designed and manufactured ethically in Los Angeles and aims to be inclusive, with sizes from XS to 2XL. The brand’s name is a tribute to the singer’s middle name.