Released 13 years ago this October
All That Matters
Justin Bieber · 2013
3 min · 1 track · contemporary R&B
A sultry blend of contemporary R&B and pop, layered with emotional sincerity and rhythmic grooves.
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All That Matters — This track serves as the centerpiece of the album, encapsulating the emotional depth and vulnerability that characterized Bieber's sound during this period. Its smooth production and heartfelt lyrics reflect his growth into more mature subject matter.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The single showcases solid production and emotional delivery but lacks depth for lasting impact.
What we noticed
- The track features a steady mid-tempo beat with layered vocal harmonies that create a rich texture.
- The song structure follows a traditional verse-chorus format, with the chorus prominently featuring Bieber's emotive delivery.
- There is a prominent use of synths and bass that underpins the rhythm, giving it a contemporary R&B feel.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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8/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Little footprint beyond its audience. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Experimental — Showcases a shift towards more mature themes in Bieber's sound.
- Career context
- By 2013, Justin Bieber was riding high on the success of his previous albums and hit singles. 'All That Matters' arrived as a standalone single during a tumultuous period in his career, following his commercial peak with 'Believe' in 2012, as he began to experiment more with his sound.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Weeknd· Trey Songz· Chris Brown
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 All That Matters 3:11
If this landed
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Channel Orange
Frank Ocean
Explores personal narratives with a sultry R&B sound and intimate lyrical introspection.
Kaleidoscope Dream
Miguel
Combines contemporary R&B grooves with themes of love and self-discovery, creating an immersive experience.
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