Is Life Is Worth Living - Justin Bieber Halal or Haram?

Across the schools of thought analyzed, the highest verdict for "Life Is Worth Living - Justin Bieber" is Halal (4/5).

Is Life Is Worth Living - Justin Bieber halal according to Sistani?

Caution (3/5). Sistani's jurisprudence evaluates music solely based on its tune type, rendering the song's positive, spiritual lyrics irrelevant to the core ruling. The primary question is whether the tune type is suitable for entertainment and amusement gatherings. Because 'Life Is Worth Living' is a slow, emotional piano ballad, it does not possess the typical upbeat, dance-inducing qualities of party music. However, because it is a commercial pop release, an expert might still classify its melodic structure as belonging to the category of popular entertainment music. Therefore, it falls into a grey area of uncertainty, and the listener must exercise caution or consult an expert.

Is Life Is Worth Living - Justin Bieber halal according to Khamenei?

Likely Halal (4/5). Under Khamenei's framework, music is prohibited only if it is lahwī (deviating from the path of Allah and causing forgetfulness of Him). 'Life Is Worth Living' is a slow, contemplative piano ballad that does not induce physical excitement (mutrib) or a desire to dance, nor is it suitable for gatherings of sin and vanity. Lyrically, the song is highly positive, explicitly referencing God's guidance, forgiveness, and the struggle for self-improvement. It does not promote any of the five forbidden categories of entertainment (such as sexual excitement or religious indifference). Therefore, it is classified as non-lahwī and is permissible to listen to.

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