EDM Gems You Might Not Know About: Justin Bieber – Children

In a world where EDM playlists are often dominated by the same chart-toppers and festival anthems, it’s easy to overlook hidden gems that once made serious waves — even if they came from unexpected places.

One of those underrated tracks is “Children” by Justin Bieber. Yes, that Justin Bieber.

Released as part of his 2015 album Purpose, Children is a powerful EDM track that still flies under the radar for many electronic music lovers. But if you’re into high-energy drops, uplifting vibes, and well-produced future bass, this is a track you need to (re)discover.

A Surprising EDM Banger

You might not associate Justin Bieber with EDM right away, but back in the mid-2010s, he was riding a wave of genre experimentation. Children was produced by none other than Skrillex and Blood, two producers with serious EDM credentials. The result? A blend of shimmering synths, punchy kicks, and an infectious melody that feels right at home on any festival stage.

The lyrics carry a message about unity, youth, and change — all layered over a drop that hits with emotional intensity. While it never got the full single treatment, Children quietly became a favorite among DJs who were paying attention. It’s the kind of track that works perfectly in a live set, surprising audiences and lifting the energy at just the right moment.

Why You Might’ve Missed It

Children didn’t get the same spotlight as Bieber’s mega-hit Where Are Ü Now with Jack Ü (Skrillex and Diplo), which completely changed the way pop and EDM interacted at the time. It also wasn’t released as a standalone single, so it didn’t benefit from radio play or club promotion.

But that’s exactly what makes it a hidden gem.

It sits tucked away on an album filled with pop hits — an EDM moment that rewards listeners willing to dig a little deeper. If you’re curating sets or playlists that need a fresh throwback with festival energy, Children is the type of track that makes people ask, “Wait, what is this?” — in the best way.

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Rediscovering the EDM Back Catalog

At EDM Revival, we’re all about bringing back the bangers, spotlighting the tracks that slipped through the cracks, and reminding you why you fell in love with electronic music in the first place. Whether it’s a forgotten remix, a slept-on collab, or a pop crossover that actually works, there’s a world of EDM gems out there — and we’re here to dig them up.

Children is just one example of how mainstream artists and EDM legends have collided to create something truly unique — and often underappreciated.

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