Justin Bieber Vibing to Fireboy DML’s ‘Playboy’ Live on Twitch Sparks Social Media Buzz
Pop icon Justin Bieber has once again demonstrated his global musical taste, this time showing his appreciation for Nigerian Afrobeats star Fireboy DML.
During a recent livestream on Twitch, the 31-year-old Canadian superstar was spotted mouthing the lyrics to Fireboy DML’s 2022 hit single Playboy, sparking excitement across social media. The video shows Bieber in a pink hoodie, casually scrolling on his phone as the track plays, clearly vibing to the music.
The clip follows another viral moment from October 23, when Bieber was captured at a Los Angeles basketball game between teams SKYLRK and Nahmiason, with Playboy playing in the background. Fans immediately noted the song, prompting renewed conversation about Bieber’s growing interest in Afrobeats. “Real recognise real,” commented one fan, while another added: “Justin has always been a proper Afrobeats fan.”
This isn’t Bieber’s first foray into African music. In 2022, he collaborated with Nigerian artists Omah Lay on Attention and joined Wizkid on the remix of Essence, one of Afrobeats’ most successful global hits. He also recently featured Afrobeats star Tems on his track I THINK YOU’RE SPECIAL from Swag II.
Released on March 24, 2022, Playboy is among Fireboy DML’s defining hits. The song, from his 2022 album of the same name, peaked at No. 4 on the Official UK Afrobeats Chart, has over 19 million views on YouTube, and nearly 100 million streams on Spotify. Bieber’s viral moment underscores the genre’s continued rise into mainstream pop culture and highlights the global reach of African music.
While Bieber and Fireboy DML reportedly have a track together, no official release has been announced. However, fans are increasingly hopeful that this collaboration could materialize, fueled by the Twitch clip and Bieber’s public support for Afrobeats.
Meanwhile, Bieber’s recent dual album releases, Swag and Swag II, have collectively surpassed one billion streams worldwide. Swag debuted at No. 2 on the Billboard 200, while Swag II showcases his explorations in alternative R&B and global sounds, cementing Bieber’s reputation as an artist willing to embrace diverse musical influences.
This moment with Fireboy DML further highlights the crossover between Afrobeats and global pop, showing that African artists continue to influence international music trends.
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