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Where Justin was during this year’s Grammys? We know he just got back from a super relaxing vacation with his mom, Pattie Mallette. He was also seen recently having lunch with his dad, Jeremy Bieber, and his little brother, Jaxon Bieber.
Justin was spotted by TMZ in West Hollywood on Sunday hanging out with friends after having dinner at Mr. Chow. While the Biebs never won the award for Best New Artist when he could have been up for it, he told the publication he doesn't know but, "it could be" a curse for the artist who do win alluding to the fact that most of the Best New Artists sometimes go under the radar after winning. But, that's all he had to say. Nothing about "Despacito" and nothing about his failure to show.
It was on constant replay because it was a freaking jam. So, you'd think, that Justin would join his fellow collaborators at the award show to perform a song he had helped make so big. But, we were sadly mistaken.
Luis and Daddy Yankee got up on stage and performed the original version of "Despacito" which is entirely in Spanish. The track was nominated for Record of the Year, Song of the Year and Best Pop Duo/Group Performance. Unfortunately, they didn't take home any actual Grammy trophies.
Justin Bieber hasn't shown up to the Grammy Awards since 2016, but there was a glimmer of hope he'd be there this year. He collaborated with Luis Fonsi and Daddy Yankee for the remix of their international hit song, "Despacito". The song was everywhere and it topped the Billboard Hot 100 list for a record-breaking 16 weeks.
TMZ also reported that Justin Bieber opted not to attend the Grammys as part of a personal promise not to perform at public events until he has finished his new album, which has not been announced. Bieber last performed in July of 2017 as a part of his Purpose world tour, which he eventually canceled mid-run with a statement that read:
"Due to unforeseen circumstances, Justin Bieber will cancel the remainder of the Purpose World Tour concerts. Justin loves his fans and hates to disappoint them. He thanks his fans for the incredible experience of the Purpose World Tour over last 18 months. He is grateful and honored to have shared that experience with his cast and crew for over 150 successful shows across six continents during this run. However, after careful consideration, he has decided he will not be performing any further dates. Tickets will be refunded at point of purchase."
