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Justin Bieber reportedly sold his music catalog amid financial struggles

Fresh reports have surfaced suggesting that global pop icon Justin Bieber was facing serious financial difficulties before finalizing the $200 million sale of his music catalog in late 2022.
According to a new TMZ investigation, the multi-platinum star—who once amassed a fortune estimated between $500 million and $1 billion—allegedly experienced a dramatic financial downturn.
Sources claim Bieber was on the brink of “financial collapse” in 2022, leading to the urgent sale of his entire music catalog to Hipgnosis Songs Capital, a firm backed by private equity giant Blackstone.
Insiders also disclosed that Bieber’s longtime manager, Scooter Braun, advised him to hold off on the sale until January 2023 to take advantage of a potential tax benefit. However, the singer reportedly rejected the advice and pushed forward with the deal in December 2022.
At just 28 years old at the time, Justin Bieber became the youngest artist ever to sell his full catalog, a move sources suggest was fueled more by financial need than by strategic foresight.
In contrast, his wife, Hailey Bieber, appears to be exploring her major business move. Reports indicate she is considering a $1 billion sale of her skincare brand, Rhode, which launched in June 2022 and has already generated $200 million in sales.
However, industry insiders note that the brand’s online-only distribution model may complicate such a large-scale deal.
While representatives for Justin Bieber have not yet commented on the swirling rumors, the revelations have sparked renewed discussions around financial literacy, management, and longevity in the music industry.
The news also highlights the growing trend of major artists selling off their catalogs in exchange for massive lump-sum payouts.
TMZ has since released a new documentary titled “TMZ Investigates: What Happened to Justin Bieber”, offering a deeper look into the pop star’s recent struggles and pivotal career decisions.
#JustinBieber made somewhere between $500 million and $1 billion as the world's biggest pop star, but he blew it all … and had to sell his music catalog for $200 million.
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— TMZ (@TMZ) May 15, 2025