Justin Bieber Strikes a Chord with ‘Swag II’ Featuring Tems, Bakar & Hurricane Chris
Justin Bieber ignites the charts once again with the release of his highly-anticipated album, ‘Swag II’ a dynamic sequel to his 2012 mixtape-style project, Swag. This time, Bieber orchestrates a global sound, collaborating with Afrobeats star Tems, UK alt-artist Bakar, and Southern rap trailblazer Hurricane Chris.
Justin Bieber Swag II – 2025 Album Artwork
From the opening bar to the final fade-out, Swag II delivers rich harmonic layers. Bieber blends genres like R&B, Afrobeat, trap, and indie soul, crafting tracks that resonate with emotional depth and rhythmic intensity. Each song flows seamlessly into the next, creating a cohesive sonic experience.
Almost instantly, the album went viral. Bieber and Tems sparked buzz with TikTok teasers, while Hurricane Chris dropped a surprise remix of “Ay Bay Bay 2025.” Meanwhile, the moody visuals of the lead single, “No Rules” featuring Bakar, set the internet ablaze.
In a recent Apple Music 1 interview, Bieber revealed, “Working with Tems brought something soulful and spiritual to the record. Bakar added that raw London energy. And Chris? He just made it bounce.”
Listeners worldwide from Lagos to London to Louisiana have hit play non-stop. As a result, local radio stations across the U.S. have placed ‘Swag II’ in heavy rotation, especially standout tracks like “Palm Trees,” “Loose Ends,” and “Backseat Poetry.”
Whether you’re vibing with the bassline or humming the hook, one thing’s clear that Justin Bieber is back, and he’s in perfect pitch.
