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

Generally favorable reviews- based on 1302 Ratings

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  2. Mixed: 104 out of 1302
  3. Negative: 350 out of 1302
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  1. Annasalv12
    Apr 20, 2020
    10
    Absolutely phenomenal, every song on this album is a certified vibe , not a single bad song in it, the lyricism, the production, the rhymes , and the concept are all great , this is is definitely bieber's best album , it has very uplifting music and enjoyable as well, honestly dare I just call this the best pop Male album of last decade , cause i really think it is
  2. Bewe
    Jan 13, 2020
    10
    Ich liebe es, es hat alles was ein Album braucht. Das Album ist jawohl das geilste was ich je gehört habe und im Gegensatz zu anderen (Selena Gomez) kann Justin Bieber wenigstens singen. Und er setzt Rekorde und bricht sie auch.
  3. louisamay
    Jan 11, 2020
    10
    you can tell that Justin found his musical strengths through this album. the lyrics and production are amazing and every song sounds different yet remains cohesive.
  4. oklucas
    Jan 11, 2020
    10
    O melhor álbum pop de 2015 e o melhor da carreira do Justin até hoje! Repleto de músicas que o consolidou como um artista pop mais maduro e que consegue alcançar um público maior do que seu nicho até o álbum Journals
  5. Sadeeedwards
    Jan 11, 2020
    10
    Justin bieber's 4th studio album shows growth from his previous studio album, "believe" and compilation "journals". He experiments with different genres in this album, pop, r&b and edm. With a length of 48 mins and 18 secs, 13 tracks, 5 different artists on the album and 27 co-writers not counting the 5 other artists. He had 3 #1s on the billboard hot 100 just from this album alone, withJustin bieber's 4th studio album shows growth from his previous studio album, "believe" and compilation "journals". He experiments with different genres in this album, pop, r&b and edm. With a length of 48 mins and 18 secs, 13 tracks, 5 different artists on the album and 27 co-writers not counting the 5 other artists. He had 3 #1s on the billboard hot 100 just from this album alone, with what do you mean debuting at #1. Purpose is certified 4x platinum in North America, Austria, Canada and the United Kingdom. It was the fourth best selling album of 2015, selling over 1 million copies.

    The opening track "mark my words" talks about his relationship with a love interest, however it's an off and on relationship. Hes losing trust, trying to fix the relationship, but their both unhappy and stuck. He shows off his healthy falsetto, with his smooth vocals.
    His second track "I'll show you" is all about being imperfect, he's so pressured by being in the spotlight, causing him to make mistakes without thinking. He learns from his mistakes and fixes himself.
    What do you mean is simple, he talks about how his relationship is confusing, his partner doesn't know what they wanna do.
    Sorry is about well, being sorry.
    Love yourself is about cutting off an ex who's manipulative, and uses him.
    Company is about a one night stand.
    No pressure, is about being surprisingly in love, the love is trying to leave but he won't let go.
    No sense is about justin wanting the person he was in relationship with.
    The feeling is about questioning love, are they really in love, or is it just the feeling?
    Life is worth living is about the worst in relationships, fighting, depression, and separation.
    Where are U now is about needing support from that one person, hes not getting that even when he supported that person.
    Children, "Justin Bieber reaches back to the perfect biggest heart that he wishes he still had. That's the ideal. That's what we all wish we could recover... or at least imitate. And that's what we have to defend and protect in the hearts of our children."
    Last but not least, Purpose, the album name. This song is simply about his relationship with "God".

    Justin also released, "been you","get used to it","we are","trust" and "all in it" on the deluxe version. Usually when an artist release extra songs on their deluxe album, their not good. This is not the case with purpose deluxe. Every one of these songs should've been on purpose, there was no need for a deluxe version.

    Purpose is well produced. You cannot deny that. The lyrics are amazing especially in his more ballad like songs. This is one of those albums I don't skip through. There is no song I dislike off of purpose. Life is worth living is my favorite, also no pressure>no sense.    … Expand
  6. Abrahamartinez
    Mar 6, 2020
    10
    Buenisimoooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo. Que mas quieren que diga
  7. jaky
    Feb 13, 2020
    10
    i love this album, really he is perfect I love the way Justin expresses himself, this album deserves more attention.
  8. Ingryd
    Feb 13, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Álbum incrível, emplacou diversos Hits, aliás, estamos falando do BIEBER, né?… Expand
  9. Ryanmotta13
    Oct 25, 2020
    10
    G.o.a.t. One of the greatest albuns I've ever heard. It's amazing and magical.
  10. Vitoriajjjx
    Jan 28, 2020
    10
    I love it...................................................................
  11. Stephani
    Jan 28, 2020
    10
    Incredible album that shows a very mature phase as Justin Bieber artist. I loved it
  12. andressamm
    Jan 28, 2020
    10
    i love it........................................................................
  13. kiss2000
    Jan 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. omg i love it so much..........................................................… Expand
  14. amandajjkk
    Jan 28, 2020
    10
    I love it..................................................................
  15. justinyummy
    Jan 28, 2020
    10
    I love this album because it inspires me and makes me a better person. I love all music because they are all inspirational. This album brings me inspiration. I love it.
  16. isapvta
    Jan 28, 2020
    10
    I love it.....................................................................................……………
  17. Gabi_
    Jan 28, 2020
    10
    An amazing album that shows how Justin felt all that years, stream it and you'll see!!
  18. carolneres
    Jan 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Álbum Perfeito . ......................................................................................................… Expand
  19. ch4nges
    Jan 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Amazing. Bop after bop. Purpose by Justin Bieber is one of the best albums of the year. It deserved a Grammy, but anyways. Stream on spotify and apple music.… Expand
  20. janyisboring94
    Jan 29, 2020
    10
    esse álbum é perfeito, os vocais dele é maravilhoso, 3 smash hits, um conceito verdadeiro de artista de verdade
  21. Irisxx
    Feb 14, 2020
    10
    O álbum é magnífico. O melhor álbum da carreira dele junto com Changes.
  22. changes
    Feb 4, 2020
    10
    the album is so good and intense! really good!!!! love all the musics!!!!!!!!
  23. Derek250
    Feb 6, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The best album . No Sense,No Pressure,Been you,Purpose and Live Is Worth Living deserves Grammy.… Expand
  24. Gmdso
    Feb 13, 2020
    10
    Eu amo esse álbum, ele é maravilhoso pena q tem umas msc aí KKK mas amo . ❤
  25. Amairaniv
    Feb 13, 2020
    10
    It is one of the best album of Justin, every song is just beautiful, you van dance and cry while this is in play
  26. JBTS
    Feb 13, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Amazing album! Purpose album of the decade! I love Justin vocal so much. I LOVE him… Expand
  27. elin_ox
    Feb 14, 2020
    10
    I love it so much.............................................................
  28. Stephaniefer
    Feb 13, 2020
    10
    A legend. Eu acredito que ele sempre da o seu melhor quando o assunto é música e ele merece todo sucesso!
  29. Luanneoliveiira
    Feb 13, 2020
    10
    Álbum maravilhoso! Cheio de emoção, coisas realistas da vida, não só mimimi de ex. Podemos ver que ele colocou o coração nesse álbum e experiências da vida real!
  30. drewhouse
    Feb 13, 2020
    10
    this album contains so many inspiring songs♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡
  31. kidrauhlchanges
    Feb 13, 2020
    10
    Love This Iconic Album! Justin Bieber Is legendary! love you JB. LISTEN CHANGES THE JB5 ALBUM!
  32. belieberzluxo
    Feb 13, 2020
    10
    this album is so so so so so so so so so so so so so so so so so so so good
  33. belieberzx
    Feb 13, 2020
    10
    i love this album so so so so so so so so so so so so so so so so so so so so so so much
  34. TqA
    Feb 13, 2020
    10
    Very good..................................................................
  35. changges
    Feb 13, 2020
    10
    e ele faz tudo desde sempre, esse album é o inicio do seu auge, o chute na *
  36. unicornpandi
    Feb 13, 2020
    10
    O álbum mostra sua evolução e encontro com si próprio, seu desejo por mudança e o autoconhecimento emocionam a cada música, é uma obra de arte.
  37. laurajbie
    Feb 13, 2020
    10
    eu amo muitoooo muito muito muito esse álbum Justin Bieber ta de parabéns haha
  38. Xbaegrlx
    Feb 13, 2020
    10
    I love this album so much, I can barely explain in words how important it is to me
  39. chxngsdrew
    Feb 13, 2020
    10
    divine perfection!!! i really really really really love this album. purpose is everything
  40. BSCia
    Feb 13, 2020
    10
    So good, i Love it.........................................................
  41. rafaelateixeira
    Feb 13, 2020
    10
    I love this album so so so so so so so so so so so so so so so much. It's so perfect
  42. Feelswiner
    Feb 13, 2020
    10
    I LOVE so much this album real this is perfect perfect perfect perfect... perfect
  43. limontalking
    Feb 13, 2020
    10
    nossa mas eu amo esse album demais que inferno juro que se ele não cantar nada na tour eu bato nele eu juro com todas as minhas forças
  44. iasmimsntos
    Feb 13, 2020
    10
    this album is so so so good, it's like the best justin bieber album. I love it. wating for changes ;)
  45. bianlimaa
    Feb 13, 2020
    10
    this album literally make my life better, purpose and life is worth living is the best song in my opinion
  46. stitchpwt
    Feb 14, 2020
    10
    is very very very good, i love the album. He is iconic, true. Perfect songs
  47. Iam_jhonny
    Feb 13, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This album is crazy is intense ! My baby Bieber is the king , is the good person ! Love you , this songs is amazing! Changes out now… Expand
  48. amipetite
    Feb 13, 2020
    10
    The album is about deep feelings and connection with God, this is beautiful. The best song of the whole album, to me, definitely is Life is Worth Living!
  49. alexaDrew
    Feb 13, 2020
    10
    An amazing and Emotional álbum, just art, I love it and i love Justin, he is so talented
  50. dayanesrib
    Feb 13, 2020
    10
    This is masterpiece, it belongs to a museum, purpose should be considered a divine blessing because my ears have been blessed AMEM MR BIEBER, AMEM
  51. Gabrielxd1806
    Feb 13, 2020
    10
    I love this album so so so so so so so so so so so so so so so so so so so so so so so so so much
  52. Stelfcleto
    Feb 13, 2020
    10
    This album is everything for me. This era was epic in every aspect! I love it
  53. ellesdrew
    Feb 14, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. a discografia é perfeita, letras bem elaboradas e que me marcaram de uma forma positiva… Expand
  54. AnaBressanin
    Feb 13, 2020
    10
    One of the best albuns of the decade! Bieber really do Great music! Proud of this boy!
  55. bizzles
    Feb 13, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. i love it so much omg the album is perfect i mean it has 0 flaws and i’m in love with it… Expand
  56. lumajjj
    Feb 13, 2020
    10
    I'm in lovee, it's mazing!!!!!!!! I love this álbum, Justin funking bieber prince of pop
  57. Nasachanges
    Feb 13, 2020
    10
    É um álbum muito bom sim, quem não concorda discorde em casa...............
  58. devilscent
    Feb 14, 2020
    10
    my favorite album ever!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  59. LiviaKoo
    Feb 14, 2020
    10
    the best album of his career, exposed all his feelings in the songs and worked very well
  60. zustkins
    Feb 14, 2020
    10
    this is an outstanding album. IT SHOULD BE RECOGNIZED BY ALL GENERATIONS AT IT IS JUST THAT GREAT WE LOVE THIS.
  61. shalsabillaaj_
    Feb 14, 2020
    10
    This album is full of inspiration, Stream Purpose for clear skin!!!!!!!!!!!
  62. aninhalisboa
    Feb 14, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I love this album so so so so so much!!!!! it's so beautiful and I really love justin too… Expand
  63. dhilzzzz
    Feb 14, 2020
    10
    This album is great. The song is fire and some of them has deeper mean. Like purpose and life is wort living. Just perfect
  64. giovanachaluppe
    Feb 14, 2020
    10
    the numbers can prove...a masterpiece of pop, just perfect. that’s it. Biebs killed it
  65. Iais
    Feb 14, 2020
    10
    O looooveee this album!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  66. lejustindob
    Feb 14, 2020
    10
    i love this album i love all the music i love justin......
    .......... i love you justin bieber you're soooooooooo perfect
  67. Bella3208
    Feb 14, 2020
    10
    such a good album. Definitely his best. The songs are well written and he sounds really good. He’s grown a lot since his baby days
  68. Samyyy
    Feb 14, 2020
    10
    this album is soooooooooooo good omg I love it. justin bieber is the bestttttttt
  69. Anolespanol
    Feb 14, 2020
    10
    I Love it, but changes is better, sorry
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  70. Milenejsza2
    Feb 14, 2020
    10
    Is the best album eveeeeeeeer, i looooove it, just so obessed by purpose. Justin Bieber is the best
  71. vitoriaraujos
    Feb 14, 2020
    10
    inlove it......................................................................,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,
  72. milealvsx
    Feb 14, 2020
    10
    I love this album SOOOOOOOOOOO MUCH. It’s perfect!!!! Justin Bieber é um artista de verdade, reizinho.
  73. letswg
    Feb 15, 2020
    10
    I love this album very much, the songs are impeccable and Justin singing is very good
  74. MayaSurim
    Feb 14, 2020
    10
    Purpose is just an amazing album of pop and electro pop with some really fresh beats and melodies.
  75. maalufarias
    Feb 14, 2020
    10
    The best album of him career. I love this so so so so so much. Justin only know how to make great music!!!!!!
  76. Lanastark
    Feb 15, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Está maravilhoso! Gostoso de ouvir! Uma música vai se conectando a outra e vc acaba ouvindo o álbum inteiro sem quase perceber. Dá p notar o quanto Justin está feliz e realizado. E isso é o q importa!… Expand
  77. Lupitha
    Mar 18, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The best album he has made at the moment, truly he is one of the best musicians of the moment… Expand
  78. Gusto15
    Feb 14, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Um álbum incrível, com letras incríveis e batidas incríveis. Com Porpose, Justin mostra como são músicas de verdade.… Expand
  79. Marcelita21
    Mar 18, 2021
    10
    Me encanta este álbum no dejo de escucharlo toda la musica esta increible y con una gran pasion en cuanto a la letra
  80. Damarisx
    Feb 14, 2020
    10
    it’s a masterpiece .........................................................
  81. loveuforever
    Feb 14, 2020
    10
    Bop ass hell, we love to see it, his one od the best album, thank u god.....
  82. AliceBiebss
    Feb 14, 2020
    10
    ICONIC. ICONIC. ICONIC. ICONIC. ICONIC. ICONIC. ICONIC. ICONIC. ICONIC. JUST iconic.
  83. emillyaraujojb
    Feb 14, 2020
    10
    so perfect no have words ..........................................................
  84. atleastfornow
    Feb 14, 2020
    10
    This album is a masterpiece. I love the fact that he dedicated himself to make the best pop album he could ever do. Love it.
  85. Javierans
    Mar 18, 2021
    10
    good album, bieber is one of the most talents artist in the world and puroose proves it
  86. 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)
  87. Genofer
    Feb 14, 2020
    10
    a legend. Mark my words, Justin Bieber is a legend!! I'm so proud of him with changes now
  88. lisam123
    Feb 17, 2020
    10
    Purpose it a masterpiece. He dips into deferent genres yet still makes it sound so cohesive. Vocals are amazing, and has hit after hit. His best album yet.
  89. koojk97
    Mar 19, 2021
    10
    eu amo esse álbum fora q nos trouxe músicas que marcaram uma geração inteira, esse pessoal só dá nota por favoritismo mesmo pq o justin continua sendo o maior
  90. MCVGB
    Mar 10, 2020
    10
    This is P E R F E C T !!! Love it!!!...........................................
  91. Mooi
    May 9, 2020
    10
    Time less album Justin is very versatile with his music every album is different keep up the good work
  92. imeez
    May 24, 2020
    10
    best thing that happened to EDM music, he is really a trend starter.. loved this new change.
  93. olivia03
    Apr 3, 2021
    10
    His best alnum! Every song sounds amazing and his voice sounds perfect. Purpose will forever be my favourite album
  94. jennaho
    Jul 26, 2020
    10
    amazing, defining album for a generation. this album really has it all. songs that will make you dance, cry, think, anything. justin bieber really did that on this record!
  95. Justin6
    Aug 6, 2020
    10
    È senza dubbio il miglior album di Justin Bieber in cui, come già fatto nella raccolta Journals, dimostra una maturazione della sua musica dai precedenti album.
    Nel 2015 è stato uno degli album più venduti e ha avuto un successo clamoroso riuscendo a far piacere la sua musica anche ad un altro tipo di pubblico,quindi secondo me album riuscitissimo.
  96. 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!
  97. Zully07
    Mar 9, 2021
    10
    El álbum perfecto, simplemente brillante y espectacular. Tiene una mezcla de sonidos, vocals y letras impresionantes. Live Is Worth Living & Purpose are the best.
  98. 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
  99. Beynavy
    Dec 11, 2020
    10
    Perfect mix of dance and emotional songs. The album shows his range and it’s a huge step forward from his previous work. Well done.
  100. 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.
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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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