Justin Bieber Stuns the Grammys Shirtless, Flaunts Daring New Back Tattoo
Justin Bieber made a jaw-dropping return to the Grammys stage on Sunday, and the internet cannot stop talking about it. The 31-year-old singer performed his hit R&B track Yukon in nothing but purple satin boxers and matching socks, showing off his sculpted physique and debuting a striking new tattoo on his back.
Justin Bieber performs at the GRAMMYs wearing only his underwear pic.twitter.com/WgTqI0o2o5
— FearBuck (@FearedBuck) February 2, 2026
Fans quickly noticed the fresh black ink, which looks like a detailed portrait of a woman’s face. Many believe it’s a tribute to his wife, Hailey Bieber, 29, pointing to similarities with her March 2020 Elle cover.
A shirtless Justin Bieber took to the #Grammys stage for the first time since 2022 on Sunday, giving audiences a stripped-down performance of his hit song “Yukon” wearing nothing but gym shorts https://t.co/fIqud5Afrp pic.twitter.com/TehLRvSapG
— Variety (@Variety) February 2, 2026
Social media erupted with excitement. One fan wrote, “So you’re telling me Justin Bieber just got up on stage in just his shorts… and debuted the new tattoo of his wife’s face on his back???? King.” Another joked that it could be either a grand romantic gesture or a very deliberate humiliation ritual. While neither Justin nor Hailey has confirmed the design, Bieber has said in the past that he wanted to save his back for something truly meaningful.
No dancers
— jdb. (@_Jdbiebers) February 2, 2026
No visuals
No clothes
No autotune
And Justin bieber still had the best performance of the night, he doesn’t need a Grammy because he has TALENT pic.twitter.com/Dd19F30zi9
The couple also made a statement on the red carpet before the performance. They coordinated in black outfits, with Bieber wearing an oversized Balenciaga suit paired with a massive Lorraine Schwartz necklace, and Hailey in a sheer strapless Alaïa gown. Both added white “ICE OUT” pins, joining other stars like Billie Eilish and Kehlani to protest current immigration enforcement policies.
Bad Bunny con Justin Bieber y Hailey Bieber en los Grammys. 🖤 pic.twitter.com/dyMlASDfTI
— Archive Bad Bunny Fan (@ArchiveBenito) February 2, 2026
Though Bieber was nominated for four Grammys, including Album of the Year for his R&B-leaning record SWAG, he didn’t take home the awards. However, the Yukon performance marked a triumphant comeback and showed a shift from his pop roots toward a rawer, more emotional sound.
Justin Bieber’s Grammys performance proved he’s not afraid to shock the crowd while making personal statements through both music and body art. Personally, I think the combination of the daring outfit and meaningful tattoo was bold and unforgettable. What do you think about his Grammy look and the new tattoo? Share your thoughts in the comments.
