Justin Bieber looks strikingly different as he rocks a full beard in LA ahead of album release

On Thursday, just before the launch of his new album, Justin Bieber unveiled a fresh, eye-catching style as he was spotted in Los Angeles.

In simpler terms, the artist known for his hit songs sported a thick beard and a closely trimmed head while exiting the Jim Henson Studio, riding in the front passenger seat of a black SUV (Denali).

Apart from being a parent to one child, he also sported a star-shaped acne patch in green on his forehead, and his appearance was further accentuated by a noticeable nose ring and an ear stud made of gold.

The man wore a pair of sunglasses with a silver frame, and he kept a stern facial expression.

This afternoon, the popular artist revealed that his upcoming album, titled Swag II, is set to drop tonight at midnight. It has been only about two months since he first unveiled its predecessor, Swag, on July 11.

While husband Justin Bieber was away, his wife, Hailey Bieber (aged 28), was engrossed in marketing her Rhode skincare line in New York on Thursday. This followed the official launch of her skincare brand at Sephora outlets nationwide in the US and Canada.

At the Rhode x Sephora event held at The Twenty Two Hotel, she was spotted sporting an elegant all-black ensemble.

She wore a sleek, black leather jacket over a form-fitting black dress, and her hair was styled neatly in a low, tight bun.

Rhode additionally posted a picture of Hailey, who was stunning in a strapless black dress, celebrating her new business endeavor.

In the meantime, Justin shared news about his upcoming album across his Instagram account, posting numerous updates that excited fans worldwide about the new release.

It’s worth noting that the announcement, although not entirely unexpected given the presence of a ‘Swag II’ billboard in London lately, seems to mark the first time a specific release date has been revealed.

Justin revealed on Instagram tonight at midnight that ‘Swag II’ is dropping, also sharing what seemed to be the album cover art.

The cover, entirely pink in color, proclaimed “SWAG II” centrally in a font similar to that used for the initial album. Additionally, it carried a warning advising for parental guidance due to its explicit nature.

The album includes a photograph of Justin and his family as well. On the cover, you’ll find a picture of Justin with his spouse Hailey and their son Jack Blues.

Justin’s social media updates displayed the promotions for his album on diverse structures and iconic locations worldwide, spanning Shanghai, Seoul, and New York City.

The singer’s surprise seventh studio album, SWAG, was released to critical acclaim on July 11.

Multiple songs refer to his well-known image, private hardships, and dedication to his wife Hailey and their newborn child.

In addition, there are segments that include comedian Druski, where Justin has open and informal conversations akin to therapy sessions with him.

The album seemed to hint at difficulties experienced by the couple, who tied the knot in 2018.

Following several months of speculation about the status of the high-profile couple’s marriage, with concerns arising over Justin’s health, he promised to make changes to better support his wife during a challenging time in their relationship.

In the song “Daisies” from the album, it seems Justin is singing about strained communication and disagreements between him and his spouse.

The lyrics ask: ‘Are you in love with me or not?’ My thoughts are swirling, and they won’t settle down / You promised ‘forever,’ dear, was that a sincere promise or just a thoughtless phrase? Hang on, take a moment.

The lyrics question: ‘Are you in love with me or not?’ My mind is spinning, unable to find rest / Did your promise of ‘forever’ mean what it sounded like, or was it empty words? Let’s pause for a moment.

Babe, even though you don’t respond to my messages, I understand. The three dots indicate that you’re reading them. If we’re not quite on the same page, I respect your decision. Take all the time you need if that helps. I get it, I get it.”

This version tries to maintain the original sentiment while using more formal and clear language that may be easier for a wider audience to understand.

In the tenth track of the playlist featuring twenty-one songs, named “Walking Away,” Justin Bieber sings about the pair temporarily separating and practicing endurance.

In the first verse, I croon, “Time seems to race by so swiftly, yet I can’t fathom wasting moments with you. Thus, I ask, what purpose do your words of criticism serve when I’m already vulnerable?

Young lady, let’s pause for a moment, as I fear we might be stepping over the line with our conversation / We’ve been stretching our limits of tolerance / It seems wiser to us both if we simply step aside for a while.

But the chorus and subsequent verses paint a picture of their enduring love despite strife.

In simpler and more conversational terms: “My dear, I’m not leaving you behind / You were my precious jewel / I gave you a ring as a symbol of commitment / I promised I would change for you / It’s just natural to grow and face challenges / These are growing pains, love / And let me assure you, I won’t abandon you,” he sang in the chorus.

Before the album’s launch, Hailey shared some excited messages for the fans via social media, helping to generate anticipation.

She directed a comment towards those who had been discussing her relationship, as she shared a picture on social media featuring her husband’s large Swag billboard in New York City’s Times Square. The caption read: “Does this finally register with you doubters?

It seemed like she was implying that Justin’s unusual actions lately weren’t caused by marital issues, but rather because he’s deeply engrossed in the production of his eagerly anticipated music, some parts of which were initially recorded in Iceland during April.

The couple celebrated their son Jack’s first birthday on August 22.

They’ve protected the child’s privacy by deciding not to reveal his face publicly, instead choosing to share images that offer subtle peeks of him to fans.

Recently, the heir marked his music video debut by featuring in the visualizer for his father’s popular track “Yukon.

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2025-09-05 08:04