Justin Bieber took the stage at Coachella on Saturday night with a set that celebrated his early career, according to the BBC. The 32-year-old singer spent much of the performance sitting in front of a laptop, playing YouTube music videos of his older hits, including ‘Baby’ and ‘Never Say Never.’

Interactive Performance and Vintage Clips

Bieber’s performance included home videos from when he was 12, which had first brought him to the attention of the music industry. These clips were shown on the big screen, and Bieber appeared to interact with live comments on the YouTube stream of his set, according to the BBC.

The singer opened the gig alone on an otherwise empty stage, performing tracks from his 2025 albums ‘Swag’ and ‘Swag II’ before telling the crowd he wanted to take them ‘on a journey’ and reaching back into his archive, according to the BBC.

Bieber repeatedly asked the audience. ‘How far back do you go?’ as he played a range of hits from different stages of his career. He also played the clip for which he most recently went viral, in which he confronted a photographer and said, ‘It’s not clocking to you, I’m standing on business,’ according to the BBC.

Supporting Artists and Family in the Crowd

Dressed in a hoodie and shorts on a stripped-back stage, Bieber was joined by musical guests including The Kid Laroi, Wizkid, Tems, and Dijon, according to the BBC. His wife. Hailey Bieber. Was spotted in the crowd, alongside celebrity couple Timothée Chalamet and Kylie Jenner.

Bieber had previously cancelled his Justice world tour after revealing he was suffering from facial paralysis, following a diagnosis of Ramsay Hunt syndrome, a complication from contracting shingles, in 2022, according to the BBC.

He released his surprise album ‘Swag’ in July 2025 and performed live at the Grammy Awards in February, according to the BBC — the singer’s return to the stage was a significant moment, marking his biggest live show in four years.

Coachella’s Continued Appeal

Colombian pop star Karol G will headline Sunday’s performances at the festival, which takes place over two weekends in the California desert, according to the BBC. The event draws more than 100. 000 people daily, according to police from the city of Indio.

Coachella has been running at Indio’s Empire Polo Club since 2002, according to the BBC — the festival continues to attract a massive audience, with fans traveling from around the world to experience the unique atmosphere of the event.

Bieber’s performance at Coachella was not only a celebration of his past but also a sign of his continued relevance in the music industry, according to the BBC. His ability to connect with the audience through nostalgic hits and interactive elements demonstrated his adaptability and enduring appeal.

The festival’s lineup continues to draw top talent from around the world, with each year bringing new and exciting performances; Bieber’s return to the stage at Coachella was a highlight for many fans, who were eager to see the singer in his element once again.