We Are

About this song

The song is a collaboration between Justin Bieber and New York rapper Nas. Its collaboration was rumored for some time before it was officially confirmed when the tracklist for Bieber's album Purpose was revealed.

What it's about

The song tells the story of a relationship being damaged by rumors and hate. It draws on the pressure of dating while constantly being watched, and may be inspired by Bieber's relationship with Selena Gomez.

Summary written with AI, based on the song's page on Genius.

Fun facts

• Samples “Long Red (Live at Woodstock, Bethel, NY - August 1969) by Mountain”.
• Written by Poo Bear, Nas, D.K. The Punisher, Andre Harris and Justin Bieber.
• Produced by Poo Bear, Andre Harris and D.K. The Punisher.
• Recorded at Chalice Studios in Los Angeles.