When Bieber dropped Justice in March 2021, critics compared it unfavorably to Purpose . Many argued that Justice tried to replicate the massive EDM drops of Purpose but lacked the raw autobiographical grit. Listening to Purpose (Deluxe) in 2021 felt like hearing a young man desperately fighting for his future; listening to Justice felt like a settled husband. Fans preferred the desperation.

Justin Bieber: Purpose (Deluxe) Report (2015 vs. 2021 Update)