Justin Bieber Stands Up Against Racism, Addresses Previous N-Word Scandal

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The singer took to Instagram to address the "hurtful things" he's said.

Although he's apologized for his remarks in the past, on Tuesday, Justin Bieber publicly shared his regret of using racist language years ago. In 2014, a video of the pop star surfaced that ensnarled Bieber in controversy. The clip showed a young Bieber singing "One less lonely n*gger" repeatedly as he and his friends laugh. Then he sings, "If I kill you, I'll be part of the KKK, then there'll be one less lonely n*gger."

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In another video, he is seen with friends as they record him telling a joke. "Why are black people afraid of chainsaws?" a young Justin asked with a smile. His friend answers, "Don't even say it." The singer goes on to mimic the sound of a chainsaw with the words, "Run n*gger n*gger n*gger n*gger." After the clips came to light years ago, Bieber recognized his lack of awareness, and it seems as if he's being confronted with his racist comments once again because he acknowledged his mistakes and spoke out again racism on Instagram.

"When I was young I was uneducated and found myself saying really hurtful things not knowing the power of my words," Justin wrote. "Racism Is still very prevalent and I want to use my voice to remind we are all human being and all of EQUAL VALUE BEFORE GOD!" Check out his controversial clips below.

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Erika Marie is a seasoned journalist, editor, and ghostwriter who works predominantly in the fields of music, spirituality, mental health advocacy, and social activism. The Los Angeles editor, storyteller, and activist has been involved in the behind-the-scenes workings of the entertainment industry for nearly two decades. E.M. attempts to write stories that are compelling while remaining informative and respectful. She's an advocate of lyrical witticism & the power of the pen. Favorites: Motown, New Jack Swing, '90s R&B, Hip Hop, Indie Rock, & Punk; Funk, Soul, Harlem Renaissance Jazz greats, and artists who innovate, not simply replicate.
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