In 2022, Justin Bieber sold his entire music catalog, and while that might sound like a bold business move, recent reports suggest it wasn’t part of a strategy—but a decision driven by urgency. According to TMZ, the Canadian singer was in such a difficult financial situation that he felt he had no other option but to sell the rights to nearly 300 songs.
The deal was worth a substantial $200 million, reportedly used to cover overwhelming debts. So, who owns Justin’s music now? The catalog was acquired by Hipgnosis, a British company backed by investment firm Blackstone. It is known for buying up the rights to major pop hits like high-value assets. They now hold the royalties to some of Bieber’s biggest songs.
His longtime manager, Scooter Braun, had advised him to hold off until at least January 2023. But Justin didn’t want to wait—at the time, he urgently needed the cash.
Justin Bieber is seen in Union Square on January 30, 2025 in New York City. (Photo by Aeon/Getty Images)
This story came to light through an investigation featured in FOX’s new documentary, What Happened to Justin Bieber. The film takes a closer look at the emotional, financial, and marital challenges the singer has faced. At just 31, his life already has the depth and drama of a Netflix series.
The documentary doesn’t just cover the sale of his music catalog—it also touches on more personal topics, including his mental health, the ups and downs of his marriage to Hailey Bieber, and the lasting impact of becoming a global superstar at just 15 years old.
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