Ghost (Justin Bieber song)
2021 single by Justin Bieber
"Ghost" is a song by Canadian singer Justin Bieber. It was sent to French radio stations through Universal Music Group as the sixth and final single from his sixth studio album, Justice, on September 10, 2021. Bieber wrote the song with Jon Bellion and the Monsters & Strangerz (Jordan K. Johnson and Stefan Johnson), alongside Michael Pollack. An uptempo pop rock and synth-pop ballad with influences from grime, EDM, and drum and bass, the song combines folky acoustic guitar, intricate programmed drums, and shimmering EDM synthesizers. Producing a sound that leans into adult contemporary, Bieber lyrically explores the grief and longing from the absence of a loved one.
"Ghost" received critical acclaim as a standout track on Justice, praised for its emotional depth, powerful instrumentation, and unique production that balances themes of grief, hope, and lasting love. While some critics found it less impactful, its lyrical quality and vocal performance were widely celebrated. Commercially, it reached number one in Malaysia and Singapore and charted within the top ten in Canada, Indonesia, Ireland, Lebanon, the Philippines, and the United States.
Background
Jon Bellion, who wrote the lyrics, originally sent a demo of "Ghost" directly to Bieber. Co-writer/producer Stefan Johnson then sent a copy to producer/engineer Josh Gudwin, who stated "It was one of the songs you hear and you know there’s something special about it [...] I knew it was going to resonate deeply with Justin."
Bieber explained that his objective with "Ghost" was to "make people feel like there is hope and that the trauma and the hurt that you feel isn't gonna last forever".
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