Justin Bieber has revealed that his go-to karaoke song is one that has followed him longer than his own music career, a track that first put him on the map when he was just 13 years old.
The song is Chris Brown's "With You." In 2008, a year before releasing his debut single, Bieber posted a cover of the track that made him known around the world and has since amassed more than 60 million views. For Bieber, the choice is not only nostalgic, it is also a reconciliation with his teenage self.
Coachella Performance
During his performance at Coachella in April, Bieber revisited that old video, singing the song again alongside his fans and his wife, Hailey Bieber. Coachella is one of the best known American music festivals, held annually in California.
Bieber, who was discovered on YouTube as a teenager and went on to become one of the best selling pop artists of his generation, made the karaoke revelation as part of an extensive joint questionnaire with Hailey Bieber.
Hailey Bieber's Karaoke Pick
Hailey Bieber, an American model, chose a very different song for karaoke: Queen's "Bohemian Rhapsody," a famously demanding rock ballad that requires far more vocal range than Bieber's pick.
The Bieber Q&A
Justin and Hailey Bieber answered a series of questions from the American magazine WYouth about their favorite things, showing that although they share a life, they do not always share tastes. The couple agreed on only a couple of answers.
Asked about their all-time favorite artist, neither wanted to commit to one name. Hailey Bieber said it was too difficult to choose just one, and Justin Bieber agreed.
On movies, though, they differed. Hailey Bieber's favorite film is "The Grinch," while Justin Bieber prefers the romantic comedy "Separados." They also disagree on favorite cities: she prefers New York, while he chooses Los Angeles. When it comes to unwinding, however, there is no debate, as both prefer a spa day over getaways or elaborate plans.
Their breakfast habits also differ. Hailey Bieber goes for a hearty plate of two eggs fried on both sides, sliced avocado and very crispy bacon, while Justin Bieber skips the protein-heavy option in favor of a fairly processed burger to start the day.
Hobbies and Favorite Books
Little is known about how the couple spends their free time, a detail many fans have long wondered about. Hailey Bieber said she does not have a hobby she would call fun, while Justin Bieber gave a short, clear answer: golf.
Asked about their favorite book, Hailey Bieber went back to her childhood and named "Angelina Ballerina," the children's book character created by author Katharine Holabird. Justin Bieber chose the Bible, a text he says has accompanied him throughout his life. In keeping with his faith, he said his favorite holiday is Christmas, while Hailey Bieber picked Thanksgiving.
Celebrating Their Son's Birthday
A couple of weeks ago, the couple celebrated the second birthday of their son, Jack Blues Bieber. For the occasion, Hailey Bieber made a pancake breakfast shaped like a mouse, topped with whipped cream and pink candles. In a post set to Justin Bieber's song "Everything Hallelujah," she wrote that their baby was already two years old and wished him a happy birthday.
Married for eight years, the couple has been working to dispel rumors of trouble in their relationship.
