Purpose
by Justin Bieber
  • Record Label: Def Jam
  • Release Date: Nov 13, 2015
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6.7

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  1. Xiimee_Mallette
    Mar 20, 2021
    10
    Un álbum muy bueno realmente en todos los sentidos, lo tienen todo. Buenas letras y buen ritmo que hace que te muevas.
  2. Navyyyy67
    Mar 20, 2021
    10
    One of the best Pop Album that ever received in this century. I said what i have to said.
  3. Sunnybob
    Mar 21, 2021
    10
    See I like this album a lot . This album have worldwide bangers like WDYM , sorry , love yourself and company This is clearly one of the most iconic album of this decade
  4. ajuliacorreia
    Nov 24, 2021
    10
    One of the best albums ever made. It gives me goosebumps, live is even better. Purpose is a masterpiece, probably my Bieber’s fav album.
  5. KaranKhulbe24
    Mar 21, 2021
    10
    Goes down as Biggest pop album of decade.In 2015 Justin gave us back-back hit
  6. safiaalailaa
    Mar 23, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. His biggest era with his biggest debuts and hits. It was the rebirth of Justin.… Expand
  7. purposeaoty
    Apr 6, 2021
    10
    álbum maior que carreiras, o maior álbum masculino dessa geração com smash diamantado, nada a declarar
  8. ohmyjxstin
    Apr 6, 2021
    10
    Uno de sus mejores albums, fue de los mas vendidos en 2015 y trajo nuevos ritmos.
  9. Amyly
    Jun 29, 2021
    10
    Best album ever! HUGE a moment in music culture. Legendary. Cool. The best of 2010s
  10. zjkaren
    Sep 3, 2021
    10
    y ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏͏ ͏ ͏!
  11. Vijaythestar
    Aug 22, 2022
    10
    An amazing album. Literally filled with edm bangers and also loved the concept of this album. This is the real art.
  12. Fernandomallett
    Nov 6, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. El mejor álbum del mundooooo, letras muy bonitas, sonidos espectaculares, y consejos súper cool… Expand
  13. rebeligado
    Nov 17, 2015
    9
    O melhor álbum junto com o Journals, com Skrillex na produção, tinha quer ser essa maravilha que estamos vendo, com 2 hits, sendo que 1 deles atingiu o topo da Billboard.

    Love Sorry, The Felling, Company I'II Show You, Been You e Mark My Words.

    Principe do Pop!
  14. LilScience
    Aug 8, 2020
    9
    Pausa para o álbum do milênio! Justin com 'Purpose' traz um Justin em uma estética que jamais vimos, e isso foi o que fez todo mundo vibra junto com ele com faixas 'Sorry', 'Company', 'Love Yourself', 'What Do U Mean?', 'Where Are Ü Now', uma era cheia de hits e nada genérico, é mostrada uma grande qualidade da parte de Bieber, mostrou performance, versatilidade, letras marcantes e comPausa para o álbum do milênio! Justin com 'Purpose' traz um Justin em uma estética que jamais vimos, e isso foi o que fez todo mundo vibra junto com ele com faixas 'Sorry', 'Company', 'Love Yourself', 'What Do U Mean?', 'Where Are Ü Now', uma era cheia de hits e nada genérico, é mostrada uma grande qualidade da parte de Bieber, mostrou performance, versatilidade, letras marcantes e com significado.

    Em todo o álbum o próprio Justin com sua equipe decidiram fazer o movimento chamado 'Purpose', o que fez que esse álbum recebesse uma identidade nova, diferente de tudo que ele tinha lançado.

    Finalizando o álbum teve ótimo singles, e aí esta a fórmula para o sucesso, algo que vejo em poucos artistas ultimamente, e é claro que vemos que Justin tem o elemento 'X' que todo bom artista tem.    … Expand
  15. whoisthiagol
    Dec 12, 2015
    9
    I venture to say that this album is one of his best albums produced this year and the best of it. Do not like it, but I have to admit that he did a great job, the songs are so tasty hearing, where clearly you can hear his voice without an album full of effects. Justin Congratulations, great job!
  16. Caliwest
    Nov 13, 2015
    9
    I think it was worth the wait. If you can't see JB's talent even in this work then i can do nothing for you. A consistent album with soul and love with catchy songs, but also rap/rnb songs like No Sense with the magnificent Travis Scott or Trust and others... We can clearly see that the eclecticism of Justin and is passion for music has never been that strong, and it's only the beginning...
  17. JulioM0618
    Nov 13, 2015
    9
    El álbum en general es muy bueno, las canciones que no son tan buenas las compensa con las que soy muy buenas, muy buenas letras.
    Solo esperaba un álbum mas movido teniendo coml referencia los singles.
  18. Daydreamer-
    Nov 23, 2015
    9
    Big Change in Justin Career and I think that this album attract me ....In the past I never hear Justin Songs because I didn't like the Way of his singing but now I am fan of Justin.....my favorite song in this album:sorry- what do you mean - where are U now - mark my word- i'll show you-children.
  19. JamesJ345
    Feb 25, 2017
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This album deserves a higher score by the critics, especially by the users.
    I have a feeling these 200 negative reviews giving this album 0 or 1 are either trolls or fans from some other artist that dislike Justin Bieber either One Direction or Selena Gomez, it's almost like they had a deal to rate this album so badly because there's absolutely no way such a good album has such ridiculous reviews!
    Not only is this Bieber's highest selling album by far,which scored him 3 #1 singles as well,but people truly liked it,I remember reading previews on Apple Music and Spotify, even older folks loved it!
    This album changed a lot of people's opinion on Justin Bieber as an artist,these user reviews are 100% manipulated.
    Personally I liked the vibe and the sound,very original sounds and improvisations from Justin and his producers, I want to point out songs like ''No Sese'', ''No Pressure'' and ''Children'' as one of the best songs from Bieber's career, all three could've been hit singles but since he already gave us 3 bangers it's alright. I want to add the song ''Company'' also surprised me as well as the songs ''Hit The Ground'' & ''Been You'' from his Deluxe version which I bought! To this day this is Justin's best work,his voice sounds a lot more mature, especially on his song ''Mark My Words'' he sings with some incredibly improved falsetto, Lyrics are pretty good even though I would appreciate less love songs and break up themed ones but they're still good.
    As a 25 year old dude who always gives a chance to younger artists I'm pretty impressed with Purpose, if Justin Bieber can do even better than this, well then, bring it on!    … Expand
  20. gabrielcipriano
    Dec 21, 2018
    9
    Justin brought this deep, intimate album. The ripening of it incredible and enormous, a more sonic and productive side and partnerships. Skrillex in his production and Justin's compositions become huge songs.
  21. lauraguimaraes
    Jan 10, 2020
    9
    On Bieber’s BlockBuster “Purpose” he’s a new man, focusing on electronic and dance music even tho is a new style from him, Bieber makes a flawless comeback as he talks about his past struggles and how he’s moving on but at the same time he still delivers fun and romantic songs without falling of the lyrical line of the album. One single thing that makes this album less special is thatOn Bieber’s BlockBuster “Purpose” he’s a new man, focusing on electronic and dance music even tho is a new style from him, Bieber makes a flawless comeback as he talks about his past struggles and how he’s moving on but at the same time he still delivers fun and romantic songs without falling of the lyrical line of the album. One single thing that makes this album less special is that Bieber still counts with a lot of producers and songwriters and we want to see him evolve to be more participative of the creation of he’s records.… Expand
  22. Celiaafn
    Oct 31, 2020
    9
    Purpose is a great album with good vocals, it shows his versatility with pop, edm, hip pop and ballads. My faves songs are mark my words, where are u now, no sense, love yourself, I'll show you and sorry.
  23. Calvera
    Feb 14, 2020
    9
    Great album, there's a lot of song with amazing lyrics though some of it doesn't really have a great melody (Like Mark my Words, amazing vocal and good lyrics but the melody isn't that catchy)
  24. ChunkDump
    Dec 25, 2020
    9
    the first project from this individual that actually impressed me. i think it has a lot to do with the producers and other talent he was involved with. this was a solid album. my favorite track would be between "Been You" and "Children" there i said it, im a fan.
  25. laumorenoc
    Jun 8, 2021
    9
    Amazing. I love it so much, a cultura change by the prince of pop, the rest arent touching him
  26. EVERLEDIS
    Apr 14, 2021
    9
    justin justin ustin justin justin justin justin justin justin justin justin justin justin
  27. ben_zo77
    Nov 16, 2015
    8
    This is Bieber's first album as a legitimate artist. With major assists from Poo Bear and, especially, Skrillex, he's given us a solidly above average album. Half of the album is nearly flawless, yet the other half is mediocre. Purpose is the first Bieber album I've listened to all the way through and the only one I've enjoyed at all. I'm definitely looking forward to his next project toThis is Bieber's first album as a legitimate artist. With major assists from Poo Bear and, especially, Skrillex, he's given us a solidly above average album. Half of the album is nearly flawless, yet the other half is mediocre. Purpose is the first Bieber album I've listened to all the way through and the only one I've enjoyed at all. I'm definitely looking forward to his next project to see if he takes another step forward and, hopefully, tightens up his artistic identity even further. ~ 7.7/10
    ~ with deluxe and Walmart edition tracks: 6.6/10
    Best track: "Love Yourself"
    Other notable tracks: "I'll Show You", "What Do You Mean?", "Sorry", "Company" & "We Are"    … Expand
  28. coroinha66
    Nov 20, 2015
    8
    A sonoridade de Purpose merece grande destaque, suas batidas são bem envolventes e suas composições são sólidas, mostrando de fato um trabalho com um foco bem desenvolvido.
  29. ChesterKiwi
    Nov 15, 2015
    8
    After being a joke for so long, Bieber did something right with his music and released a really freaking good and chill album. It was such a surprise to hear this album and actually really dig it.
  30. jdog1327
    Nov 14, 2015
    8
    The production and vocals on this album are some of the best pop music has produced this year. While there are definitely some pretty weak tracks on the album (eg. No Pressure, Children, Mark My Words), it also includes some of the best of Bieber's whole career. His breathy vocals mark a serious development in his career as more of an r&b artist to a pop singer, much in the vein of JustinThe production and vocals on this album are some of the best pop music has produced this year. While there are definitely some pretty weak tracks on the album (eg. No Pressure, Children, Mark My Words), it also includes some of the best of Bieber's whole career. His breathy vocals mark a serious development in his career as more of an r&b artist to a pop singer, much in the vein of Justin Timberlake, however at some points in the album you get the sense that he is trying to show off his range when it isn't necessary and can hinder the songs.… Expand
  31. Aminkh
    Apr 30, 2016
    8
    This Pop Album is so Inspirational, even for me that read lots of books in psychology and philosophy!
    This Album is full of the sense of forgiveness, and I like that ! :)
  32. Yara
    Mar 23, 2016
    8
    Its a good album. I'm a 21 year old guy who has never actually clicked with JB's tunes in the past AT ALL, and to be honest, this album is really, really great. The production includes electro, trap and synth beats, and this album contains some great features like Nas, Travis Scott, Big Sean and Skrillex. Lyrically, it is decent, and his voice really goes well on the production.
  33. dimelloluk
    Jun 14, 2016
    8
    album muito bom, sonoridade agradavél, porém umas musicas totalmente sem incenção com a proxima, muito bom mesmo o album, unico defeito mesmo foi a arrumação das faixas
  34. Stefffan
    Aug 8, 2017
    8
    Justin Bieber's best album and one of the best albums in 2016. After this album, Bieber is not THAT ANNOYING TEENAGER. Some songs are boring, but overall really great album. Keep in that way.
  35. sissi_stess
    Jan 7, 2018
    8
    Good songs like : Mark my words, I'll show you, No pressure, Purpose, Get used to it, Life is worth living
  36. Monszon
    Sep 4, 2019
    8
    All the production, the lyrics, and the vocal contento are perfect and verter than the past JB's albums, Just a timeless album
  37. giovelliflowers
    Mar 19, 2021
    8
    Este álbum tem uma estrutura que se tumultua através do seu percusso quando olhamos para ele como álbum, mas quando olhamos como singles isolados ele entrega ótimas músicas
  38. Wael
    Nov 23, 2015
    7
    Justin Bieber is back and the world is freaking out. Should it be, though?
    The new album, 'Purpose', preceded by its excellent lead single 'What Do You Mean?', does, indeed, work. Enlisting the help of big names in hip/hop-dance-new wave, the Biebs' new sound suits him very well. He is vulnerable (see 'I'll Show You), vengeful (Ed Sheeran-penned-'Love Yourself'), apologetically honest    Justin Bieber is back and the world is freaking out. Should it be, though?
    The new album, 'Purpose', preceded by its excellent lead single 'What Do You Mean?', does, indeed, work. Enlisting the help of big names in hip/hop-dance-new wave, the Biebs' new sound suits him very well. He is vulnerable (see 'I'll Show You), vengeful (Ed Sheeran-penned-'Love Yourself'), apologetically honest ('Sorry'), and grateful ('Life is Worth Living'/'Purpose'). Unfortunetaly, tracks like 'Children' and 'No Pressure' sound very generic and don't really work.
    All in all, the sound works, the vocals are excellent, and the confidence shines. All of those elements answer the question: YES, 'Purpose' is, indeed, worth the hype.    … Expand
  39. LuisOttavio
    Nov 13, 2015
    7
    The album is good, though not great, is very common than he already did, and I think it should have modified, like the album, but not extremely good, so my score is 7
  40. LinttaFlamingo
    Sep 19, 2016
    7
    Many of the songs were very relatable in my opinion. Justin has a really good voice, and the album had a lot of well written songs. While some of them felt too similar to the other ones, it's still an album that is definitely worth listening to.
  41. mc_ryn
    Nov 18, 2015
    7
    Bieber in my eyes is still a bit corny. But that doesn't mean I can't like him at all. This album is a great leap in maturity and musicality from his younger albums. He still has lots of time to improve, with lyrics and ideas to talk about. I'm exited for projects he will put out later on in his 20's. He has mad potential.
  42. diegonelli
    Nov 13, 2015
    7
    he changed and for better, i unlike his previous albums but this is very good. im giving it a 7 because most songs sound like the same r&b songs but still so catchy. my favs are we are and life is worth living. x
  43. Mannhorse
    Jan 28, 2016
    7
    Mark My Words is the only song here that has actual innovation or inventiveness. The rest of the album is by-the-numbers, although Justin does give songs like Love Yourself or Purpose soul that most of this generation's pop music severely lacks. The production, if nothing new, is nice to the ears too.
  44. Igor_Ferreira
    Nov 7, 2017
    7
    The notorious development and talent of Justin Bieber with the finger of Diplo, Skrillex and other producers, disc 4º disc of Canadian, a success.

    Three years after "Believe", Bieber returns with a studio album: The ball of the time, it's "Purpose." It is undoubtedly the most "personal" album of the singer, showing personality, and the maturing of the artist to a certain extent.    The notorious development and talent of Justin Bieber with the finger of Diplo, Skrillex and other producers, disc 4º disc of Canadian, a success.

    Three years after "Believe", Bieber returns with a studio album: The ball of the time, it's "Purpose."

    It is undoubtedly the most "personal" album of the singer, showing personality, and the maturing of the artist to a certain extent.

    With 18 tracks - which is a lot - Justin sins at various times. Her voice is disgusted in certain dogs. A version of Bieber seeks a redemption with "Mark My Words," but fails miserably, a song and cloying, USA, the synthesizers in the worst possible way, and seems to have no end. Be the best known: With "I'll Show You", "What do you mean?" And "Love Yourself", Justin finally shows quality. They are three hits and they are improving every time.

    Already with "Company" and "No Pressure", or disk walks to another road. The first, consistency, and temptation is a great song very balanced. In the second, Big Sean stands out for the quality refrain, and the great participation of the American rapper.

    In "The Feeling," Skrillex's finger on the track is good, yields for quite a while, although at some point, but the duo "Bieber-Halsey" is good, they marry and the sound goes against the quality of both.

    The duet "Life is Worth Living" and "Where They Are Now" do not let the CD level drop, but it also does not raise the plateau. In the first, a song becomes a great ballad with the touch of the piano, it is delicious if it seems, do not miss anything else. Already in the collaborative track with a double "Jack U" - that was present without disc of the double released in February of 2015 - is a "modern ballad" with a voice of Bieber. It was not news to anyone, and it is dance from beginning to end.

    In "Children", Bieber really goes overboard: It abuses and spends of the electronics and for that, it ended up taking some of the quality of the song, becoming practically a gigantic EDM. With "Purpose" (a track), a track in which Justin more attempt to "confess", ends up going unnoticed. It is melodic, sensitive, and end of it, Bieber discurses.

    The album Purpose, as well as a work of art by the Canadian singer. Justin has matured for a while, shows creativity, shows creativity and shows that he knows how to innovate when he has to. The album contains minor flaws that seriously hurt, but it's also faithful, clear and conscious. Justin Bieber has been evolving more and more.    … Expand
  45. MatRevo
    Nov 22, 2015
    7
    Justin Bieber went from 0 to 100 real quick. His reinvention in his new music sounds good and showed maturity for a bigger audience. However, the album contains fillers. On a positive note, it sure will make a lot of hits. "Sorry" and "Love Yourself" are the best in the album.
  46. Deivide
    Jan 2, 2016
    7
    With "Purpose" Justin Bieber achieves the purpose of raising a more mature audience and put down once and for all their place in the music. Despite the recent problems that have gotten himself into, and a new album that falls into the cliché of the apology, Bieber shows his artistic side, professional and with great skills as a lyricist. Definitely with "Purpose" Justin Bieber deserves a chance
  47. SumitSumbria
    May 2, 2016
    7
    The production of the album and Justin's excellent vocal delivery is the heart of this album. "Sorry" is the best track on the album. Other essential tracks are - Where Are You Now, Love Yourself and No Sense.
  48. IgorCryBaby
    Dec 23, 2017
    7
    A little worse than Journals but still good, not great but I wish that he's next album will be art
  49. Grindybord
    Nov 15, 2017
    7
    Beiber can do better. He is trying to grow up and its a good effort he is putting forward. I should probably rate this 10/10 just to combat the haters but i wont. I want him to try harder i know he can.
  50. Luisslopezz
    Nov 15, 2020
    7
    I think it's a good pop album, it has good cohesion and good rhythms, for my best studio work
  51. PEDROMFR
    Feb 18, 2021
    7
    This was Justin Bieber's era and we have no doubts of that. Not only he delivered us major hits, but he also given us cohesion, which so many times lacks in his folks. Overall, it was a good job!
  52. mathic
    Mar 24, 2021
    7
    No seu sexto álbum, Justin apresenta um álbum pop com elementos de eletrônica e juntando tudo aqui está em alta no mercado. A escolha de singles foi muito bem desenvolvida, todas as faixas escolhidas tinham potencial de venda e cumpriu bem o papel. Purpose é um ótimo álbum para se ouvir em alguma festa, mas não precisa ser exatamente uma festa boa.
  53. AnalyDewa
    Jan 29, 2017
    6
    Anos depois de seu último disco, o “Believe”, Justin Bieber retorna com o seu “Purpose”, primeiro lançamento dentro de sua maioridade. O álbum tem o propósito (tradução do seu título) de apresentar um artista antes de um mero produto. Bieber que conheceu a fama muito cedo e teve o sucesso sempre aliado a falta de privacidade e dificuldade de crescer com ela, tem letras que relatam essaAnos depois de seu último disco, o “Believe”, Justin Bieber retorna com o seu “Purpose”, primeiro lançamento dentro de sua maioridade. O álbum tem o propósito (tradução do seu título) de apresentar um artista antes de um mero produto. Bieber que conheceu a fama muito cedo e teve o sucesso sempre aliado a falta de privacidade e dificuldade de crescer com ela, tem letras que relatam essa sua “tristeza” de ser rico, bem sucedido, mas sem oportunidades de ter crescido como um jovem comum. O que não faltam são ocasiões para se lembrar de quantas vezes Justin já se envolveu em confusões públicas, desde pichações, agressões e até cusparada em fãs.
    A primeira faixa apresentada ao público, um ano antes do álbum, “Where Are Ü Now” um trap house, já demonstrava o caminho e ambição que o Bieber tinha em seguir e apresentava uma reinvenção sonora e o primeiro momento, desde então, que ele apresentava um trabalho com uma proposta inovadora e longe do pop genérico e plástico. A confiança em Diplo e Skrillex, que transformaram e conduziram “Purpose” tanto na mudança sonora quanto na maturidade do artista não foi coloca à toa, em vista que o álbum foi um sucesso instantâneo: mais de 500 mil cópias vendidas na primeira semana, hits número #1 como “What Do You Mean?”, “Sorry” e “Love Yourself” e facilmente limparam qualquer nuvem negra passada do artista que já tinha chegado até em falar sobre se aposentar, ainda tão jovem.
    O comeback traz também sobre seus relacionados (leia-se Selena Gomez) e uma das faixas que mais chamaram atenção foi a co-escrita por Ed Sheeran (mestre em letras desse tipo), a já citada “Love Yourself”.
    “Purpose” sofre deslizes, mas é sem dúvidas um capítulo novo dentro da carreira do artista que agora consegue imprimir personalidade, lançar tendências sonoras (tropical house) e conquistar os ouvintes que sempre torceram o nariz para o seu repertório.    … Expand
  54. selenator
    Nov 14, 2015
    6
    I actually listened to this album hoping it would be really good because I liked Sorry, What Do You Mean?, Love Yourself and I'll Show You which were all released prior to the album. However, I was disappointed to find that most of all the other tracks were a little 'meh' - some of them I liked like Purpose, Children and some others but most of them all sounded too similar to each otherI actually listened to this album hoping it would be really good because I liked Sorry, What Do You Mean?, Love Yourself and I'll Show You which were all released prior to the album. However, I was disappointed to find that most of all the other tracks were a little 'meh' - some of them I liked like Purpose, Children and some others but most of them all sounded too similar to each other and you can sometimes not even here is voice due to the music being too loud over him. A disappointing album but it has some good songs on it.… Expand
  55. fakeSean
    Jun 16, 2017
    6
    A fairly good album. Justin Bieber is trying to transform to another image. I appreciate it.
    The only issue is that the album seems lack cohesion. The songs are great individually though.
  56. nirvanafreak
    Nov 22, 2015
    6
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Favourite Songs: Sorry, Where Are Ü Now, What Do You Mean?
    Least Favourite Songs: No Pressure (feat. Big Sean), Children, Purpose, Love Yourself
    I never thought I would listen to a whole Justin Bieber album but he seems to be getting more respected so even though the albums cover art is a pretentious bag of bollocks I felt like I should give the actual music a chance. Plus, I had enjoyed a few of the singles that had dropped prior to the album release so I wanted to see if he had anything else to offer me. So did he? Well the short answer is no. So first off, his voice is still whiney as **** and it really grinds down on me over the length of the album. You don't even have to get past track 1 before you hear some high-pitched oo-oo's. It's not even just his voice that annoys me it's the stupid swag present in his delivery- most notably on 'Where Are Ü Now' when he says the title of the song but puts an emphasis on each word. I don't really want to go into the lyrics, they haven't really changed much in any way, but I do want to talk about the production on this thing because it is very inviting. There's a lot of solid electronic beats on here and some very catchy beats as well but as a whole it's just too laid back. It becomes very boring and one dimensional extremely quickly. The features are **** and they were predictably **** (Big Sean, Halsey and Travis Scott who I actually like but one of the biggest reasons for me loving his music is the production he picks and his hooks but all he did on here was a verse which is literally the worst thing you could get him to do.) The singles off the album have catchy beats and choruses but overall it's just a really plain album.
    Better Than Previous Project?: Definitely
    Try This If You Like: Skrillex and Diplo present Jack Ü    … Expand
  57. Sadblee
    Nov 13, 2015
    6
    Jamás escuché el disco con la intención de dar criticas negativas pero fue un poco decepcionante, esperaba más de Bieber. No es más que una buena colección de singles, es diferente y probablemente me empiece a gustar en un tiempo. Todas las canciones son bastante similares pero sus fans lo van a disfrutar, por ahora es un 6/10 para mí.

    Mis favoritas: 1 - What Do You Mean? 2 - Sorry    Jamás escuché el disco con la intención de dar criticas negativas pero fue un poco decepcionante, esperaba más de Bieber. No es más que una buena colección de singles, es diferente y probablemente me empiece a gustar en un tiempo. Todas las canciones son bastante similares pero sus fans lo van a disfrutar, por ahora es un 6/10 para mí.

    Mis favoritas:

    1 - What Do You Mean?
    2 - Sorry
    3 - The Feeling (feat. Halsey)
    4 - I'll Show You
    5 - Children    … Expand
  58. luizfilipe
    Nov 13, 2015
    6
    O álbum está bom, mas falta algo a mais, falta aquele "WOW", temos várias músicas boas mas também várias músicas chatas, ele tem que voltar com a mesma essência da era Believe ou melhor ainda pra conseguir se superar e garantir minha nota 10.
  59. Kerrin
    Nov 25, 2015
    6
    Bieber delivers his best album yet. Purpose displays a new track of music for Justin, one that mirrors his song Where are U Now with Diplo an Skrillex that is also featured on the album. Justin seems to be far more comfortable with this style of music, and it shows through with his stage presence and lyricism. Some of the songs seem t blend into each other, however, and seem to be tooBieber delivers his best album yet. Purpose displays a new track of music for Justin, one that mirrors his song Where are U Now with Diplo an Skrillex that is also featured on the album. Justin seems to be far more comfortable with this style of music, and it shows through with his stage presence and lyricism. Some of the songs seem t blend into each other, however, and seem to be too similar. The deluxe tracks are the lows of the album, none of them seeming to be anything special. However, Justin proved himself worthy of staying in the music industry, and there is so much more potential waiting for him.

    Highlights: What Do You Mean, Love Yourself, Life is Worth Living, Purpose    … Expand
  60. CharlieBetterIs
    Jan 7, 2016
    6
    Purpose é, provavelmente, um dos piores álbuns que eu já ouvi. Mediano ao extremo. Existe apenas três músicas boas nesse álbum, o resto... excluo sem pena. Justin Bieber tem talento, mas o pop genérico dele não me agrada.

    Pontos Altos: Sorry, Love Yourself, Company
    Pontos Baixos: O resto
  61. mandalynsmusic
    May 5, 2016
    6
    As much as the next girl, I am part of the belief that Justin Biebers music has made a vast improvement. The sound is catchy, but not irritating. However, some of the lyrics in some of his new songs in the "Purpose" album have been some what questionable.I took passages from one of Justin Biebers old songs, “Baby”, and one of his newest, “Love Yourself”. I calculated the readability ofAs much as the next girl, I am part of the belief that Justin Biebers music has made a vast improvement. The sound is catchy, but not irritating. However, some of the lyrics in some of his new songs in the "Purpose" album have been some what questionable.I took passages from one of Justin Biebers old songs, “Baby”, and one of his newest, “Love Yourself”. I calculated the readability of each f these and concluded that “Baby” has a readability of ages 7-8, which is strange as it was apparently aimed at girls aged 10-15. But what’s more interesting is that is newer song, “Love Yourself”, which is supposed to be a more mature, deep meaning song, gave us a readability of 6-7! That’s right, the teen heartthrob is still very much a teen, even though Love Yourself was released five years after Biebers debut song when he was only fifteen. His so called growth into adulthood is mis-lead, unfortunately. I’m not saying his songs are of any less quality, but they certainly aren’t more sophisticated.… Expand
  62. Kerry-Paul
    Jan 29, 2017
    6
    When you think of Justin Bieber serious is not one of the words that comes to mind when describing him. Much like his work to be frank. While there are a few CUTE songs on the album targeting his pubescent fanbase who have affectionately dubbed themselves the 'Beliebers', listeners looking for a great listening experience will not find it here. However, for effect I'll give him a 6/10.When you think of Justin Bieber serious is not one of the words that comes to mind when describing him. Much like his work to be frank. While there are a few CUTE songs on the album targeting his pubescent fanbase who have affectionately dubbed themselves the 'Beliebers', listeners looking for a great listening experience will not find it here. However, for effect I'll give him a 6/10. Considering this is his best work when compared to his albums prior to 'Purpose'. Mark you I used the word 'best' very cautiously. I'm secretly rooting for him as he is still very young… Expand
  63. pcopelosb
    Aug 25, 2016
    6
    The album is a "radio friendly" and a only single listen in my opinion. The best tracks on the CD in my opinion are:
    1 - The Feeling (ft. Halsey)
    2 - Sorry
    3 - Love Yourself
  64. Joel_Freecheck
    May 29, 2020
    6
    A great comeback effort with strong hit singles but little to listen to beyond them.
  65. MacsMusic
    Jun 19, 2018
    6
    Purpose is not downright awful. Unlike many pop records, it tries to say something profound, and it mostly works on "Show You" and the title track. "Life" and "Children" don't really hit the target; the earlier tries too hard and the latter just comes across as fake. The rest of the album has very little lyrical originality, but the music is fun. The only songs that really don't sound goodPurpose is not downright awful. Unlike many pop records, it tries to say something profound, and it mostly works on "Show You" and the title track. "Life" and "Children" don't really hit the target; the earlier tries too hard and the latter just comes across as fake. The rest of the album has very little lyrical originality, but the music is fun. The only songs that really don't sound good are "Pressure," "Sense," and "Feeling." There songs have terrible lyrics, boring and/or generic music, and extremely underwhelming guest performances.

    "Mean," "Where?" "Children," "Show You," and even "Sorry" and "Love Yourself" have fun, fresh, enjoyable music. The music is fun; not terribly original, but still enjoyable. I really do like Justin's effort at sincerity on the title track; it comes across as honest and heartfelt.

    Purpose suffers from a few terrible songs and generally-bad lyrics, but it has some lyrical integrity and plenty of fun music. It is nowhere near close to great, but it's definitely not the worst pop album. It's a 6.5.    … Expand
  66. All_ButTrU4
    Aug 25, 2022
    6
    Justin's best album to date. Its consistent and is guded by a grand vision thsr despite faltering temporarily at times is stable enough throughout to warrant your attention. The opening short "mark my words" is a beautiful promise to get better,be transparent and reliable. Followed by the reflective "I'll show you" that covers themes almost every pop star is obligated to gauge once inJustin's best album to date. Its consistent and is guded by a grand vision thsr despite faltering temporarily at times is stable enough throughout to warrant your attention. The opening short "mark my words" is a beautiful promise to get better,be transparent and reliable. Followed by the reflective "I'll show you" that covers themes almost every pop star is obligated to gauge once in their career if not multiple times,which is the pressure of fame. But "I'll show you " isnt glum instead it seems to take it instride accepting it's a price to pay for the experiences he's entitled to because of it. The fun lead single "what do you mean ?" is a fun party banger equally as superficial as the next hit "sorry". The latter of which would rule the airwaves for most of the following year. Ed sheeran's "love yourself " is a barbed F U to a self centered lover that could easily be interpreted as a diss to his famous ex Selena Gomez,irrespective of who it's from its a fantastic pop classic. The latter three songs go for and achieve rnb success with the help of in demand features in the form if big sean,travis scott and halsey. The worst song on the standard edition has to ve "life is worth living "which just feels like an empty platitude bereft of the charater and sincerity the rest of the record had built up. But the worst song on the deluxe versions is without a doubt" children " which is a dubstep misfire tgat spoils an otherwise solid record. Nevertheless the deluxe still has really worthwhile, and perhaps essential songs such as the title track,been you and et used to this.

    Purpose is a document of a popstar at their creative peak turning past pain into classic anthems for heartbreak and love that still remain important more than five years later and prove he isn't likely to reach this level of consistency again.    … Expand
  67. Felipe_Kohn
    Jun 26, 2020
    5
    Smart... I'm sure that this is the right word to describe this album. Harmonic work, satisfactory concept. Appropriate sonority, good vocals. The few negative aspects are: unstable artist's identity and the lyrics aren't mature enough.
  68. Szen
    Nov 18, 2015
    5
    Ambitious and with a clear turn to a more adult musical road, "Purpose" is certainly Justin Bieber's best album today but it lacks the catchiness that a pop album should have and many of the songs are extremely forgettable.
  69. FedericoBini
    Aug 20, 2017
    5
    Justin Bieber evolves into an EDM artist with songs like "Children", "Sorry", "What Do You Mean" and "Get Used To It", while still delivering songs like "Love Yourself", sharply written by Ed Sheeran. Despite its interesting promise, Purpose fails to deliver anything new, surprising or particularly entertaining.
    Bieber falls under the pressure of two major points: having a best-selling    Justin Bieber evolves into an EDM artist with songs like "Children", "Sorry", "What Do You Mean" and "Get Used To It", while still delivering songs like "Love Yourself", sharply written by Ed Sheeran. Despite its interesting promise, Purpose fails to deliver anything new, surprising or particularly entertaining.
    Bieber falls under the pressure of two major points: having a best-selling album and also an album filled with heart and passion, by accomplishing only the first.    … Expand
  70. ahmedimran
    Jan 28, 2016
    5
    Not a very big JB fan but this album was average. Sorry and Love Yourself are some good songs but the album overall did not satisfy me. Believe was much better. Maybe he should have had more relevant features?
    Probably a collab with Selena which got leaked? That song was good. Or another collab with Nicki Minaj, maybe Beauty and a Beat 2.0
    I think he should just stick with normal pop music.
  71. Jumpman
    Jan 16, 2016
    5
    Justin Bieber hitting rock bottom was something that has been predicted for a teen star who got exposed to great fame at an early age and could not keep up with the hype and thr hate. What was unpredictable was justin coming back with an album worth listening unlike his previous projects delivering a new sound without losing its pop appeal . Justin managed to almost erase his past personaJustin Bieber hitting rock bottom was something that has been predicted for a teen star who got exposed to great fame at an early age and could not keep up with the hype and thr hate. What was unpredictable was justin coming back with an album worth listening unlike his previous projects delivering a new sound without losing its pop appeal . Justin managed to almost erase his past persona without leaving his stellar fanbase hungry.… Expand
  72. mimimili
    Oct 2, 2020
    5
    B-side is really boring and poorly done. The singles are really the best part of the album and still they aren't that good either. He got success because he is a white male -they can get away with mediocrity- and that's it.
  73. chidime
    Nov 15, 2015
    4
    The singles were actually good, getting better with each release (I'll Show You > Sorry > WDYM). However, from the singles and the sound that they comprised of, i could already tell what he was going for in the album, and could see that it wasn't going to be a good album mix. His entire album is basically Where R U Now Part 2. You can tell, right from the first single, that that was theThe singles were actually good, getting better with each release (I'll Show You > Sorry > WDYM). However, from the singles and the sound that they comprised of, i could already tell what he was going for in the album, and could see that it wasn't going to be a good album mix. His entire album is basically Where R U Now Part 2. You can tell, right from the first single, that that was the main inspiration for the album sound, and he stuck with that template for the entire album. Justin, making an album with all the same sound is a recipe for **** albums. Was it possible to make a good album using the Where R U Now template? Definitely (see Madonna: Confessions on the Dancefloor, where every song basically had the same template) but Beiber did a poor job of making an album that sounded cohesive, even when working with tracks that sounded the same. Overall, a zero for album quality/cohesiveness, but I will spare a 4 because a few songs are good.… Expand
  74. pietrzi
    Nov 18, 2015
    4
    This was my first Bieber album listened carefully and I'm really disappointed. Most songs are flat, monotonous and just boring. However, 'Sorry', 'What Do You Mean' and 'Company' (which I hope will be released as next single) are quite catchy and they improved my final score for this album. No, it's not too late to say sorry for not living up to my expectations with this album, Mr. Bieber.
  75. longjetty7
    Aug 14, 2016
    4
    I've never been a fan of Justin Bieber, but I figured I'd give this album a listen given all the hype it's been getting. It's actually not as horrible as I was expecting it to be, but it's still pretty disappointing. The good news is that Bieber's voice is very smooth and actually quite nice. He also captures the sound of pop music in 2015 quite well (or at least his producers do), but atI've never been a fan of Justin Bieber, but I figured I'd give this album a listen given all the hype it's been getting. It's actually not as horrible as I was expecting it to be, but it's still pretty disappointing. The good news is that Bieber's voice is very smooth and actually quite nice. He also captures the sound of pop music in 2015 quite well (or at least his producers do), but at times this also makes the music sound pretty generic. Even some of the better songs, like Sorry, get old really quickly because they're full of the same musical ideas that are constantly being played on the radio. Now, the thing that really bugs me about so many of these songs (or perhaps Bieber in general), is the squeaky-clean persona he tries to put forth. His lyrics are often so incredibly cheesy and ridiculous that they can turn a decent song into a cringeworthy nightmare. Case in point, the spoken word outro of the title track. It's the most incoherent, insipid nonsense I've heard in a while, and the fact that he throws religion into it to make himself seem wholesome or whatever makes it even more annoying. I'm not sure why he's so insistent on acting so goody-goody all the time. It's weird, and not convincing at all. Anyway, this album is overall pretty average, and thankfully there are a few good songs that save it from being completely awful. But it's definitely not enough to win me over as a Belieber.

    Standout track: I'll Show You    … Expand
  76. M3LL155X
    Nov 16, 2015
    4
    The singles are freshest part of this album - the strengths of "What Do You Mean?", "Sorry" and "Where Are U Now" are never fully matched on this too long, too boring comeback. When Bieber isn't doing his best to imitate Drake (see "Company"), he is reliving his failed moments from his 2012 effort Believe (see "No Pressure"). It is sad when a lifeless force like Halsey (on the soon to beThe singles are freshest part of this album - the strengths of "What Do You Mean?", "Sorry" and "Where Are U Now" are never fully matched on this too long, too boring comeback. When Bieber isn't doing his best to imitate Drake (see "Company"), he is reliving his failed moments from his 2012 effort Believe (see "No Pressure"). It is sad when a lifeless force like Halsey (on the soon to be smash "The Feeling") actually brightens up the record and makes it interesting again. Although there are a few interesting production choices (the odd and somewhat incising "Children", the Ed Sheeran track "Love Yourself" which features a bitter trumpet solo), it is sad to say that Bieber chose whiny faux-vulnerable songs over the interesting and mature dance/EDM that made his singles such bangers.

    Download: the singles + "The Feeling" and "Love Yourself"    … Expand
  77. alohaitssara
    Jan 10, 2020
    4
    Strong singles, but the rest is disappointing.
    Weak following for his previous album.
  78. artpopgr
    Jan 30, 2016
    3
    Forced and pretentious, this is not Justin Bieber music. He has at least 5 writers on each song, and that doesn't justify the tragic, cliché lyrics. Love Yourself needs too much the person who wrote it, Ed Sheeran, and Justin just won't fill that expectation. An album with too many tracks to be cohesive that tries to appeal to a more general public.
  79. rach
    Nov 13, 2015
    3
    I did not enjoy this album. Hate to say his songs mostly sounded the same, but they did. I was expecting so much more from Bieber, I honestly think he might've been better in his My World/My World 2.0 era. The songs are too electronic for me and the hype for this album was way too much. The whole "comeback" story his PR made was extremely smart, considering he never actually went away, butI did not enjoy this album. Hate to say his songs mostly sounded the same, but they did. I was expecting so much more from Bieber, I honestly think he might've been better in his My World/My World 2.0 era. The songs are too electronic for me and the hype for this album was way too much. The whole "comeback" story his PR made was extremely smart, considering he never actually went away, but everyone loves the comeback kid. Of course Bieber's voice is incredible though, it always has been. Giving him a 3 rating only because his vocals are insane.… Expand
  80. GovernmentMan
    Nov 15, 2015
    3
    I had to force myself to listen to this record. That’s just how boring it was. To be honest I thought this guy was done for in the music business but he came back with ‘Purpose’.

    To start of the record he starts by waling out a melody through “nah’s and duns”. Then a mellow trap-like beat plays accompanies him while he sings meaningless and generic lyrics about living a lie called ‘Mark    I had to force myself to listen to this record. That’s just how boring it was. To be honest I thought this guy was done for in the music business but he came back with ‘Purpose’.

    To start of the record he starts by waling out a melody through “nah’s and duns”. Then a mellow trap-like beat plays accompanies him while he sings meaningless and generic lyrics about living a lie called ‘Mark My Words’.

    The third song on the record, titled ‘What Do You Mean’ was a big hit before he released this. I honestly don’t mind this one song besides the piano and the clocks. It just doesn’t fit the song at all. The lyrics are crap but what do you expect from JB?

    A few more boring song later ‘No Pressure’ comes up which features rapper Big Sean. The lyrics in this song seem to have the same theme as ‘What Do You Mean’ (running out of time, making up your mind). Then Big Sean comes in with his monotone voice. I thought it was interesting that he mentioned Yoko Ono in the song.

    A few other electronically processed and computer generated lyrics later comes ‘Where Are Ü Now” which features Skrillex and Diplo. The verse sounds Skrillex-like with JB’s filtered voice. Then the beat drops in normal Skrillex fashion and it’s actually not bad. The melody is pretty good and everything but of course Skrillex made this song and Justin Beiber didn’t. I thought the horn could get kind of anyoing sometimes during my second listen of this song.

    The next song is an EDM-like song titled ‘Children’ and he’s talking about making a different. When the beat drops I actually had a smile on my face because it wasn’t bad a all.

    Lastly, the final song ‘Purpose’ starts off with a sad piano vibe. Then he starts singing some more generic lyrics. After listening to this record and almost falling asleep (twice) besides the few tolerable tracks on album I think it was just boring and unoriginal.    … Expand
  81. Jiano74
    Jan 24, 2016
    2
    To me this proves that Justin is improving from his earlier albums but it still isn't good enough he should be producing brilliant albums but instead he bores me to tears and I put something else on.
  82. luazao
    Nov 13, 2015
    2
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Bem chatinho, gostei de algumas músicas mas me lembra muito o Journals, pra mim, é um journals 2.0, mas tirando isso achei bom, as melhores músicas são Purpouse e I ill show you, as outras são meio farofinha sabe?… Expand
  83. lucrls
    Nov 27, 2015
    2
    amiga se aposenta em nome de jesus e vai procurar outra coisa pra fazer... ninguém quer ouvir sua voz de taquara rachada se doendo por causa da selena gomez nao! alem de ser um album horrível tenho que ouvir as batidas sem graças genericadas pelo jack u. melhore, justin bieber, so melhore.
  84. Ellysworld
    Nov 13, 2015
    1
    All the songs are so similar ... Some of them are cute but, I don't know there's no point in making an album if you're going to use the same sound in half of it? I gave 1 just because I think "life is worth living" is a good song, the rest of them are just boring.
  85. Joseluismay
    Nov 13, 2015
    1
    No me ha encantado, lo único favorable han sido sus singles, no creo que haya una madurez, ni un graaan cambio. lo siento, no me gusto para nada, tanto tiempo de descanso fue un desperdicio.
  86. JorgeLRamirez
    Aug 30, 2019
    1
    A poorly played bet where plasticity and superficiality prevail let us see a little striking and harmful phase
  87. AndreaSMPTH
    Nov 14, 2015
    1
    Really bad. Algunas suenan bien pero esto no me gusto, tal vez solo es que nunca me agrado su actitud y ahora estoy aquí comentando algo que realmente me tiene sin cuidado.
  88. MateoDuff
    Nov 15, 2015
    1
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. La verdad, es un album muy basico, su muica sin calidad, la verad no me gusto para nada, y el album de 1D se merece muchisimo mas, esa es mi opinion vale.… Expand
  89. nanijoyce
    Dec 2, 2015
    1
    What a boring **** album uh
    Eu realmente achei chatinho e muito repetitivo, nem de longe é um album que gostaria de ouvir e não recomendo pra ngm. Pra uma volta deveria ter sido melhor mas é cansativo.
  90. ShyamPrasad
    Mar 29, 2016
    1
    HORRIBLE album..all songs sound the same..repetitive beats and justin's 1 octave vocals really dull and unimpressive. Justin can't sing let alone make music. The 1 point is for Skrillex and Diplo
  91. KripBop
    Aug 7, 2017
    1
    i think the problem here tht this albums his best the first time the focus is makin sense unlike previous he could actually produce an easy version of oxymoron or gkmc where he can talk issues his life the purpose wht fame did but its lack and the lyrics sucks jst cause a gd voice doesnt mean gd **** justin work with frank hes a one of kind he is one of the best gd voice and soulful worksi think the problem here tht this albums his best the first time the focus is makin sense unlike previous he could actually produce an easy version of oxymoron or gkmc where he can talk issues his life the purpose wht fame did but its lack and the lyrics sucks jst cause a gd voice doesnt mean gd **** justin work with frank hes a one of kind he is one of the best gd voice and soulful works tht touch on things so justin we need proper your best but still weak people wake up… Expand
  92. Gloria7
    Apr 7, 2021
    1
    This most decent Justin bieber album .. maybe because the only 2 o 3 good songs were inspired on Selena Gomez so thank you to her .
  93. Samimacedo
    Jan 20, 2016
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Reasonable material, boring voice as always, annoying middle -sounding however sounds cool at times , strong compositions , and the contradiction sounds strong this album when "Love yourself" says not wanting to his old love , and "sorry" says he wants Selena right back , reasonable material. kinda cool to… Expand
  94. PCRcovers
    Mar 24, 2016
    0
    Música comercial muy mal hecha, cabe aclarar que hay que música comercial muy bien hecha y que es muy buena pero este no es el caso. Como siempre con este artista líricas muy pobres y simples, y ni se diga de la música, es muy básica. La producción es muy buena, y es lo único que se salva de este disco. es sorprendente como es que este disco tuvo tanto es éxito, la verdad da vergüenza.
  95. matheusbrigida
    Nov 13, 2015
    0
    This is a bubble gum teen album. This is a Reflection 2.0 just made to hit and he forgot the quality. He is so focus to get the #1 thet forgot to do a good album. Forget Selena, she's movin' on and is happy now. HER ALBUM IS BETTER THAN YOU
  96. AngelXCX
    Nov 13, 2015
    0
    bombaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa
  97. fallouts
    Nov 24, 2015
    0
    Bad album that isn't made out of passion. It's made so he can get more tattoos, and pay his out standing charges and fees from the bad stuff he committed.
  98. thibaesso
    Jan 1, 2016
    0
    Album muito farofa, usam batidas pra tentar atrair pessoas que gostem do album, mas o album em si n e bom, poderia ter feito muito melhor.1d fez o album muito melhor, com otimas letras e n lotou de auto tune q nem o JB
  99. kogaminho
    Nov 26, 2015
    0
    Dei ZERO pq me deu vontade :) Problem? Problem? Problem? Problem? Problem? Problem? Problem? Problem? Problem? Problem? Problem? Problem? Problem? Problem?
  100. HolyFloWelch
    Nov 16, 2015
    0
    the album also takes itself so seriously that too often it inadvertently suppresses exactly what made Bieber so appealing in the first place. nnnnnnnn
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 20 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 9 out of 20
  2. Mixed: 10 out of 20
  3. Negative: 1 out of 20
  1. HipHopDX
    Dec 2, 2015
    60
    It’s when Bieber’s honesty feels less-than-honest and the tracks feel less-than-groundbreaking that this album falls short of the heights it should by all means be capable of reaching.
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  2. Rolling Stone
    Dec 2, 2015
    70
    It's full of motivational Bieb-talk about the realness of the Bieb-struggle.
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  3. Tiny Mix Tapes
    Nov 19, 2015
    50
    You can’t hear The Feeling in his voice, which is still one of the most infectiously beautiful in the industry, because as his faith has saved him from his pain, his production team has saved his voice from Justin. It makes for a series of unbeatable mainstream and crossover singles, and a desensitized, unnerving album.
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