Justin Bieber was born on March 1, 1994, in London, Ontario, Canada. He grew up in a small town near Stratford, Ontario. Bieber began singing and playing instruments at a young age. He taught himself to play the piano, guitar, drums, and trumpet. Bieber also began posting videos of himself singing and playing music on YouTube in 2007.
Discovery by Scooter Braun
In 2008, Scooter Braun, a former marketing executive for So So Def Records, came across one of Bieber's YouTube videos. Braun was impressed by Bieber's talent and contacted him and his mother, Pattie Mallette. Braun arranged for Bieber to meet with Usher and Justin Timberlake, and in November 2008, Bieber signed a recording contract with Island Records.
Debut Album
Bieber's debut album, *My World 2.0*, was released on March 19, 2010. The album was a commercial success, selling over 5 million copies worldwide. The album's lead single, "Baby," became one of the best-selling singles of all time.
Rise to Stardom
Bieber's success continued with the release of his second album, *Under the Mistletoe*, in November 2011. The album sold over 6 million copies worldwide. Bieber's third album, *Believe*, was released in June 2012. The album sold over 3 million copies worldwide.
Recent Years
In recent years, Bieber has had a successful music career. He has released several successful albums, including *Purpose* (2015), *Changes* (2020), and *Justice* (2021). Bieber has also embarked on several successful world tours.
Impact on Music
Justin Bieber has had a significant impact on music. He is one of the most successful male pop singers of all time. Bieber's music has been praised for its catchy melodies and lyrics. He has also been credited with helping to revive the teen pop genre.