Justin Bieber made a head-turning return for his first major performance in nearly four years at the 2026 Grammy Awards.
The “Daisies” crooner, 31, took the stage to perform “Yukon” in Los Angeles on Sunday night — in nothing but a pair of sparkly boxers, showcasing his extensive collection of upper body tattoos.
Bieber — who played a purple guitar during the low-key acoustic performance as wife Hailey looked on — completed the simple look with a pair of socks.
At one point, he slung his guitar over his back and, while embracing himself, passionately belted out the lyrics. Near the end of the song, Bieber simply ambled offstage.
Justin Bieber performed in boxers at the Grammys in Los Angeles. WireImage
The singer performed “Yukon.” REUTERS
He added socks to the unexpected ensemble. Getty Images for The Recording Academy
While Bieber has made a few on-stage appearances throughout the years, his last major performance was during his Justice World Tour in 2022.
The Grammy winner’s fourth concert tour kicked off in February 2022 and ended abruptly in September due to health concerns.
At the time, he announced that he was cancelling the remainder of the 70 shows scheduled for 2023 after publicly battling with Ramsay-Hunt Syndrome, which left his face “partially paralyzed.”
The hitmaker’s many upper body tattoos were on full display. Getty Images for The Recording Academy
A carpet appeared to be laid out beneath his feet. Chris Pizzello/Invision/AP
He played a purple guitar during the acoustic solo performance. Getty Images for The Recording Academy
Bieber turned away and walked off the stage following the performance. REUTERS
“After resting and consulting with my doctors, family and team, I went to Europe in an effort to continue with the tour. I performed six live shows, but it took a real toll on me,” Bieber said via an Instagram video.
“I’m gonna get better, and I’m doing all these facial exercises to get my face back to normal, and it will go back to normal,” he continued. “It’s just time, and we don’t know how much time it’s gonna be, but it’s gonna be OK.”
Most recently, the “Yukon” singer surprised fans when he joined SZA on stage for her and Kendrick Lamar’s Grand National Tour stop in Los Angeles last May.
His wife, Hailey Bieber, looked on from the audience. Kevin Mazur/Getty Images for The Recording Academy
The couple also walked the red carpet together, with Justin donning an oversized suit. REUTERS
The “Peaches” crooner took the stage for his first major performance in nearly four years. Getty Images for TVG
At the time, he canceled his tour early due to health issues. WireImage
Bieber and the “Saturn” songstress performed their “Snooze” remix and shared a sweet moment on stage, as he kissed SZA’s hand.
The “Peaches” singer’s Grammy appearance, meanwhile, comes as he prepares to headline Coachella in April.
He reportedly received a $10 million payday to headline the festival without the help of an agent after he parted ways with Scooter Braun.
Bieber is set to headline 2026 Coachella. Getty Images for The Recording Academy
He reportedly secured a $10 million payday to headline the festival. Getty Images for The Recording Academy
Bieber will likely perform songs from his album “Swag,” which he released on July 11.
The “Things You Do” singer also dropped his 44-track album titled “Swag II” on Sept. 5.
The album featured several heartwarming nods to his relationship with his wife, Hailey, including “I Do” and “Mother in You.”