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Pop star Justin Bieber has once again taken to social media to share his inner struggles, posting a candid message on Instagram where he admitted to feeling like he's "drowning." The 31-year-old singer, who welcomed son Jack Blues with wife Hailey last August, shared his thoughts in an all-caps post on Sunday.
"I was always told when I was a kid not to hate," Bieber wrote. "But it made me feel like I wasn't allowed to have it and so I didn't tell anyone I've had it." The Grammy winner continued by explaining that hiding these feelings has affected him deeply, making him feel "unsafe to acknowledge it."
Bieber's post concluded with a moment of self-reflection: "I think we can only let hate go by first acknowledging it's there. How couldn't we feel hate from all of the hurt we have experienced."
This latest revelation comes amid a series of introspective posts from the "Stay" singer. Just days earlier, on March 13, Bieber shared that he has "always felt unworthy" despite his success. "Like I was a fraud," he wrote, adding that he feels "unequipped and unqualified most days."
The singer's emotional disclosures follow growing public concern about his wellbeing. In February, fans expressed worry after noticing alleged changes in his appearance and behavior. A representative for the couple quickly addressed the speculation, telling TMZ that rumors about Justin's health and drug use were "exhausting and pitiful" and "false."
On March 8, Bieber shared another cryptic message, stating, "We have nothing to prove today, just the gift of life today to accept and receive. Nothing is owed to us and we don't owe anyone anything." The post was accompanied by Stevie Wonder's "Sir Duke."
Hailey Bieber, 28, has remained a pillar of support for her husband through these challenging times. The couple, who married in 2018, have been navigating parenthood since welcoming their son in August 2024.
Despite the ongoing speculation about his mental health, Bieber continues to use his platform to share authentic glimpses into his emotional journey. His willingness to acknowledge difficult feelings resonates with many fans who appreciate his honesty about mental health struggles.
