Ever since Kidrauhl took over on Youtube, Justin has been a huge part of my life, whether I liked it or not. Between his breakout album, the media fiascos, and now his new album, "Purpose," the spotlight has always been on him. While listening to the album for the millionth time, I pondered on about the progression of his career.
I came to the realization that we all relate to JB a little bit, even though our lives may not be as extravagant as his. Maybe that’s why we’re all obsessed with him, or it could just be his beautiful face and voice. Either way, Bieber Fever is back and better than ever.
In middle school, I remember sitting in my room and watching Justin’s youtube videos religiously. As he rose to fame, my love for him seemed to grow as well. “One Time” was the first song that made me fall in love with Justin. His first album was a complete success that seemed to cross over into his second album. “Baby” was the most played song on my iPod for years. Justin’s swoopy hair and baby face made me swoon every time I watched the music video. Although the song was extremely overplayed, it'll always be a classic, and if played at a party now, the place would be lit.
The standout piece of work for me was his Christmas album, "Under the Mistletoe." Justin remixed famous Christmas songs like “Santa Claus is Coming to Town” and “All I Want is You.” To this day, I whip out the album during Thanksgiving and listen to it on repeat until the holiday season is over. Personally, I prefer to listen to Justin’s beautiful voice serenade me over any other artist.
Justin was the cutest baby face to ever hit the stage...until he dropped the song “Boyfriend.” All of a sudden a whole new man appeared. Justin had grown up right before our eyes. He was no longer cute, he was HOT. Justin’s fans were growing up with him, too. Instead of being a small little girl in middle school, I progressed into a slightly awkward high school student. Although I hate everything about the term “SWAGGIE,” the song was awfully catchy and of course, added to his list of instant classics.
Like all of us, Justin also went through a rough patch. Hanging out with the wrong people, drag racing and yelling at paparazzi turned him into a bad boy. All of a sudden he was the guy everyone loved to hate. Yes, extremely hot, but the biggest asshole in the history of all assholes. Justin went down the wrong path, but I’m sure every one of us has messed up at some point along the way.
“What Do You Mean” was his comeback of the century. No one knew what was coming for them when "Purpose" was announced. Song by song, Justin took the world by storm as a musical genius. The music video for the song “Sorry” created buzz about the album as well even though Justin wasn’t even in it. Once "Purpose" finally dropped the whole world stopped. The album is amazing. Justin hit it out of the park once again, making my Bieber Fever skyrocket to a whole new level.
Now fully grown and hotter than ever, Justin is touring to give fans a preview of the album and the upcoming tour. I was fortunate enough to go with my friends and had a great night. Justin answered questions and sang my favorite songs, old and new, acoustically. It was the best $20 concert I will EVER go to. Justin has grown up a lot since he’s been in the spotlight and his fans have as well. My Bieber Fever had it’s ups and downs over the years, but I can truly say that I am a fan of Justin and everything he has come to stand for, especially his Calvin Klein ads.
