Justin Bieber's 'Swag': Every song ranked best to worst

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Justin Bieber has made his comeback with his seventh studio album, Swag, on July 11. The album comes a few hours after the singer posted several pictures on his social media. announcing the launch of the new album along with the tracklist. Hailey Bieber and their son, Jack Blues Bieber, also featured on the album art.

Amid reported health battles and a break from music, Swag follows the release of Justice, released in 2021. According to Rolling Stone, the 21-track record appears to be an attempt to describe the major transitions the singer has gone through, including becoming a father.

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Every song ranked from best to worst on Justin Bieber's Swag

We are taking a look at Justin Bieber's tracks from the album, which features collaborations with Cash Cobain, Sexyy Red, and Gunna.

1. Yukon

Yukon sounds like one of the most polished tracks on the album. Fans described it as one of the best tracks on the album and features refreshing vocals.


2. Swag

The title track sounds unlike anything Justin Bieber has recorded previously. The background vocals and music are unique, adding to the overall appeal.


3. Daisies

With Daisies, Justin invites couples for a midnight summer dance. His voice is gentle and complements the strumming of drums.


4. Walking Away

Justin Bieber's Walking Away appears to be a love note, with users appreciating the lyrics. He sings,

"Baby, I ain't walking away/ You were my diamond/ Gave you a ring/ I made you a promise /I told you, I'd change /It's just human nature/ These growing pains/ And baby, I ain't walking away"

5. All I Can Take

One fan describes the track as having a "Michael Jackson" ring to it. All I Can Take could easily pass as a summer anthem.


6. Go Baby

Go Baby marks a milestone in Justin's personal life and marks a significant transition from his first hit single, Baby.


7. Dadz Love

Following fatherhood, Justin Bieber has proudly posted about his son and parenthood on his social media. Dadz Love is an ode to his life transition.


8. Way It Is

Through the album, Justin plays with different sounds while modulating his voice and tone. Way It Is is a soulful tribute to his loved ones and features vocals by Gunna.


9. First Place

While Justin Bieber delivers a genre shift, the track reminds one of his previously released albums. First Place is an upbeat and easy-going track.


10. Things You Do, Devotion

JB is attuned and feeling the beats in Things You Do. The track features soft vocals and has a relaxing vibe. Devotion features a similar theme, with soft vocals and acoustic guitar.


11. Too Long

The upbeat song takes one back to 2010s music, with the vocals complementing the background beats. Users on YouTube complimented Bieber for trying the R&B genre.


12. 405, Sweet Spot

Fast-paced and yet easy-going, 405 appears in the second half of the album and builds the momentum. Sweet Spot shares a spot with 405, featuring Sexyy Red's vocals.


13. Butterflies

Fans on YouTube couldn't help but draw parallels with Justin Bieber's experiences with paparazzi and for turning into something positive for himself. One user wrote,

"He really took the hate the pain the reputation the paparazzi made to him and turn it into SOMETHING BEAUTIFUL."

14. Forgiveness

A short track on the album, which appears to be a gratitude note and reveals his religious connection. The singer has previously spoken about his connection with God and the impact on his life.


15. Zuma House

A laid-back and relatively unpolished singer who appears to be straight from a jam session. Justin complements his husky voice with strumming guitar, but the song abruptly tapers off at the end.


16. Glory Voice Memo

Another track on the album that gives an unfiltered sneak peek into JB's jam sessions, with users appreciating the guitar.


17. Standing on Business, Soulful, Therapy Session

Standing on Business is a verbal rant rather than a track, which users are finding a hilarious addition to the album. For those unversed, the singer had recently gone viral for venting at paparazzi and stating that he is "standing on business", per E! News. Soulful is another commentary on the album, rather than a track. In Therapy Session, Justin Bieber gives a vulnerable insight into how people have been wondering if he is "okay" and if he has "issues."


Justin Bieber's much-awaited comeback album appears to draw from his personal experiences. Overall, it has an edginess and rawness, which draws a contrast from his previous releases.

What are your thoughts on the new album? Tell us in the comments below.

Edited by Janvi Kapur