“Tired of transactional relationships”: Justin Bieber sparks concern with cryptic Instagram post

Justin Bieber has once again drawn attention to his Instagram activity, this time for posting a cryptic reflection on relationships that has fans raising eyebrows — and alarms.

On Sunday, June 9, the singer shared two raw, unfiltered selfies, alongside a message that many interpreted as emotionally revealing.

“Tired of transactional relationships. If I have to do something to be loved That’s not love.”

The photos themselves were moody and blurred, giving the impression of spontaneity or vulnerability. His words, however, quickly became the focus of public concern.

One user commented:

“It’s obvious dude is crying for help.”

Another netizen wrote:

“Someone needs to do a wellness check. He is NOT OK.”

Meanwhile, a devoted fan gave him comforting words:

“You are loved, you are important, your Beliebers are here.”

This moment followed another Instagram drop the day before, in which Bieber posed in a series of bathroom mirror selfies, pulling strange expressions and striking unusual poses. The caption read:

“U could point at my flaws, or u could recognize ur own lil b**ch.”

Some fans interpreted the post as tongue-in-cheek, while others weren’t so sure, suggesting the artist may be going through something deeper.

The concern isn’t entirely new. Bieber's appearance earlier this year at wife Hailey Bieber’s Rhode pop-up raised similar questions about his well-being. Videos from the event circulated on social media, prompting rumors of drug use—rumors that his team firmly denied as “harmful.”

While Bieber has been open about marijuana use in the past, insiders and fans alike continue to voice worry about the 31-year-old's mental health.

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Internet reacts to Justin Bieber’s cryptic message on Instagram

Bieber’s recent Instagram posts sparked an intense wave of reactions online. Social media users shared a mix of support, speculation, and sharp critiques in response to the singer’s emotionally charged messages.

“Who cares what crackhead thinks, he needs to leave Hailey alone,” @HaileyFansClub wrote with a crying emoji.

“He actually waking up to fake arrangements contract marriage,” @cassy201989 commented.

“Hailey Bieber and Justin Bieber's marriage is a mess, and they can't even hide it anymore,” @Nunesloren10 said.

Others zeroed in on his online behavior and public image.

“Justin Bieber doesn’t make a damn song anymore and just spends all day on FaceTime, making those shitty ugly sneakers and posting birds on Instagram, screw you, Justin,” @Melmanzutti shared.

“No one thinks Justin Bieber acting like this is related to all the diddy mess going on? And yall know I love my husband down but…….” @ASH_so_Phat claimed.

“Justin Bieber going thru a very rough patch while Hailey goes on vacation…some wife can’t even help ur husband or take care of Jack ever! She’s always on vacation what a literal clown,” @SweetartChef alleged.

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Meanwhile, Justin Bieber recently made a surprise appearance during SZA’s performance of the “Snooze” remix. The “Peaches” singer went viral after kissing SZA’s palm on stage, which sparked discussions online.

SZA, in turn, was praised by fans for her warm gesture toward Bieber amid ongoing speculations of his mental health struggles.