Usher Justin Bieber Somebody To Love -

“Unlike his merely irritating "Baby", this has a decent pop hook... "Somebody to Love" sounds to me better than most pop songs I've heard in recent years.” Rate Your Music

Released at the peak of "Bieber Fever," the collaboration between and his mentor Usher on "Somebody to Love" (Remix) remains a quintessential 2010s pop moment. Originally intended for Usher’s own album, Raymond v. Raymond , the track eventually served as a high-energy transition point for a 16-year-old Bieber moving toward a more mature dance-pop sound. Musical Style & Production Usher Justin Bieber Somebody To Love

Reviewers often highlight how the song bridges the gap between teen pop and credible R&B. “Unlike his merely irritating "Baby", this has a

At its core, the song is a "straightforward plea for a soul mate". Raymond , the track eventually served as a

The track is defined by its pulsing, "Keystone" house-influenced beat produced by The Stereotypes.

“Usher having a verse on it adds a slick touch to the song... It’s a shame Usher didn’t keep the song for himself as it was originally intended for him.” Random J Pop · 15 years ago