After a Year Away, Justin Bieber Drops ‘Swag’ Album News with Hailey Bieber and Baby by His Side

Published 07/10/2025, 10:03 PM EDT

If one thought Justin Bieber was done surprising the world, then one should think again. The pop icon is back in the spotlight, and this time, Bieber is not alone. Right after giving the world a series of very concerning social media posts and what fans are dubbing the best catchphrase of 2025, the singer has done a one eighty on his Instagram in the spirit of promoting his new project. More precisely, new projects.

As anticipation for Justin Bieber’s next move built, the singer confirmed his return with a highly anticipated new album.

Justin Bieber returns with Swag

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Justin Bieber has officially confirmed his highly anticipated return to the music scene with his seventh studio album, titled 'Swag.' The announcement was brought to the world through a series of dramatic billboards that appeared simultaneously in cities across the globe, including New York, Los Angeles, and even Reykjavík. These large-scale traditional posts featured the like title of the album and a complete list of its 20 tracks, building significant hype for the project's release.

The billboards offered more than just album details; they provided an intimate look into Justin Bieber’s personal life. Several striking black-and-white images showed Bieber shirtless, standing alongside his wife and Hailey Bieber. In a deeply personal touch, the Rhode owner was seen holding their very own Jack Blues, although the infant’s face remains hidden. The couple has always been protective of their child’s identity, but Bieber’s posts with son Jack Blues have sparked strong fan support. This inclusion of his family suggests a new and personal angle for the superstar’s upcoming music.

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As excitement builds for the album’s release, attention turns to the sound and collaborators behind this new era.

Justin Bieber marking a return to his R&B roots with Swag?

For 'Swag,' Justin Bieber enlisted the talents of several key collaborators that shaped the album's sound. Bieber reunited with longtime producer Harv, while also working closely with Carter Lang and Eddie Benjamin. The project emphasises that the album serves the purpose of bringing Bieber back to his R&B roots, a genre he has often explored, yet this time with a refreshed focus and approach.

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While the album clearly honors his R&B heritage, the production and instrumentation on 'Swag' are surprisingly experimental. Justin Bieber has achieved significant success on the Billboard charts throughout his career, with 11 projects reaching the Billboard 200. Bieber’s most recent chart-toppers occurred in 2021, when he hit No. 1 with ‘Stay’ featuring The Kid LAROI and also with ‘Peaches’, featuring Daniel Caesar and Giveon. This approach indicates Bieber is pushing creative boundaries after his time away. 

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Are you curious to see how Justin Bieber’s new 'Swag' unfolds? Let us know in the comments below.

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Soma Mitra

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Soma is a journalist at Netflix Junkie. With a postgraduate degree in Mass Communication, she brings production experience from documentary films like Chandua: Stories on Fabric. Covering the true crime and docu-drama beat, she turns psychological thrillers into sharp, audience-aware storytelling.

Edited By: Aliza Siddiqui

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