Justin Bieber has opened up about his harrowing battle with drug addiction in his docuseries “Justin Bieber: Seasons,” revealing the severe consequences it had on his health. The pop star, who rose to fame at a young age, shared the alarming extent of his substance abuse, describing nights when his security team would check his pulse to ensure he was still alive.
Bieber reflected on his struggles, stating, “I felt like I was dying.” He recounted how his security would enter his room at night to check on him, illustrating just how dire his situation had become. “People don’t realize how bad it got; it was honestly terrifying,” he admitted.
Justin’s issues extended beyond addiction; he also faced significant health challenges, including a diagnosis of Lyme disease, which placed immense physical and mental strain on him. These struggles compounded his battles with substance abuse, leading to a tumultuous period in his life.
During this challenging time, his wife, Hailey Bieber, emerged as a crucial support system. Hailey shared, “Justin and I weren’t really involved in each other’s lives until he made the decision to get sober and was trying to quit the drugs on his own.” Her presence provided him with the encouragement he needed to pursue recovery.
Bieber candidly described his daily routine during his addiction, stating, “I would wake up in the morning, and the first thing I would do was pop a pill and smoke weed before even starting the day.” This admission highlights how deeply drugs had infiltrated his life, transforming his morning ritual into a cycle of dependency.
Recalling a pivotal moment, Justin expressed a heartfelt plea: “I basically said, ‘God, if you’re real, get me through this and I’ll do the rest.'” Although this spiritual moment sparked his desire to quit drugs, he later revealed, “I got off the pills, but I never did the actual work.” This admission underscores the complexity of recovery, highlighting that simply stopping substance use is not enough to address the underlying issues.
Bieber previously explained to Vogue how drugs served as an escape from the overwhelming pressures of fame and personal struggles. “Drugs put a barrier between me and what I was doing,” he stated, reflecting on how addiction clouded his experiences. “It got really dark. There were times my security would come in late at night just to make sure I was still breathing.”
Through his openness in “Justin Bieber: Seasons,” the singer aims to shed light on the challenges of addiction and the importance of support in recovery. His journey highlights not just the perils of substance abuse but also the strength found in vulnerability and the critical role of loved ones in navigating through tough times.