The “Prince of Pop” is officially back, but he’s not the same artist you remember from the Justice tour. On Sunday, March 29, Justin Bieber delivered a shock to the system with a secret, invite-only performance at the iconic Roxy Theatre in West Hollywood. Serving as a high-stakes Justin Bieber Coachella warm-up, the night marked his first full-length concert in nearly four years—and he used every minute of it to draw a line in the sand.
A 25-Song Manifesto: No “Baby,” No “Sorry”
In a move that has the music industry talking, Bieber performed a massive 25-song setlist without touching a single legacy hit. There was no “Peaches,” no “Ghost,” and certainly no “Stay.” Instead, the night was a 100% deep-dive into his 2025 double-album powerhouse, Swag and Swag II.
This creative pivot isn’t just about artistic growth; it’s a structural shift. Having sold his catalog in 2023 for a staggering $200 million, Bieber seems determined to build a new live identity centered on his current sound. The set was split into “regular” and “acoustic” sections, featuring a shirtless (but thankfully, unlike the Grammys, fully trousered) Bieber leading a hyped crowd through live debuts of “Yukon” and “Daisies.”
Exclusive Vibes and Family Ties
The room was packed with a mix of influencers and music royalty. While Bieber and fellow Canadian Tate McRae notably skipped the Juno Awards despite their nominations, they were both present at The Roxy. Also in the wings were his wife, Hailey, and their son, Jack, watching as Justin navigated a “no phones” environment that—predictably—leaked to social media via a since-deleted clip from Shaboozey.
This intimate gig was the ultimate “stress test” before he headlines Coachella 2026 on April 11. If the energy at The Roxy is any indication, the desert is about to witness a reinvention that values raw performance over radio-friendly nostalgia.
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Justin Bieber @ The Roxy: Full Setlist (March 29, 2026)
| # | Track Title | Album | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01-05 | All I Can Take, Speed Demon, First Place, Go Baby, Butterflies | Swag / Swag II | LIVE DEBUT |
| 06-12 | Walking Away, All The Way, 405, Too Long, Petting Zoo, I Do, Love Song | Swag / Swag II | NEW MATERIAL |
| 13-18 | Better Man, Mother in You, Things You Do, Glory Voice Memo, Zuma House, Dotted Line | Swag / Swag II | ACOUSTIC SET |
| 19-25 | Everything Hallelujah, Lyin’, I Think You’re Special, Devotion, Eye Candy, Yukon, Daisies | Swag / Swag II | FINALE |