Justin Bieber’s 'Baby' hit's a billion streams as he welcomes newborn son Jack Blues Bieber

The 2010 hit featuring Ludacris, marks another milestone for Bieber, as it surpasses one billion streams on Spotify.

Justin Bieber’s iconic 2010 single “Baby,” featuring Ludacris, has officially surpassed one billion streams on Spotify, securing its place in the platform’s exclusive Billion Streams club. 

This achievement further solidifies Bieber’s status as the artist with the most songs to reach this milestone in Spotify’s history. 

"Baby," the lead single from Bieber’s debut album 'My World 2.0', was co-written by Bieber, Ludacris, Christina Milian, Tricky Stewart, and The-Dream. 

Upon its release, it became Bieber’s highest-charting single in the U.S., debuting at No. 5 on the Billboard Hot 100 and later achieving 12x Platinum certification from the RIAA.

The music video for "Baby," featuring cameos from stars like Drake and Tinashe, has garnered over three billion views on YouTube, further cementing Bieber's legacy in pop music. 

Reflecting on Bieber's early days, Ludacris, who first met the young singer in 2009, predicted a bright future, stating, "When I tell you the longevity — he’s out of here."

In personal news, Justin Bieber, who rose to international stardom in 2010 with “Baby,” announced the birth of his baby with wife Hailey Bieber (née Baldwin). 

The singer, 30, shared a touching photo of their newborn son’s foot on Instagram, revealing his name as Jack Blues Bieber. 

The model, 27, also reshared the post on her Instagram Stories. 

While the exact birth date remains unknown, the couple had announced Hailey’s pregnancy in May, during an intimate vow renewal ceremony. 

The AP confirmed at the time that she was just over six months pregnant. 

This joyous news comes as Bieber continues to thrive in his career, with his most recent album 'Justice' featuring collaborations with artists like Daniel Caesar and Khalid.