Justin Bieber is back in the headlines—not for music, but for a cryptic message that has fans and critics buzzing. The pop superstar took to Instagram to post a deeply personal message that appeared to be directed at online haters and those questioning what people “deserve” in life.

“Telling other humans they deserve something is like raising someone else's kids,” Bieber wrote. “Who are you to tell someone what someone should or shouldn't have? The audacity. That's not your place. God decides what we deserve.”

While he didn’t name names, the post comes on the heels of fresh criticism toward his wife, Hailey Bieber, after her recent Vogue cover stirred some drama online. Some fans accused Justin of not publicly supporting Hailey, fueling rumors about distance in their relationship. Tensions escalated when an old clip resurfaced of Justin admitting he once told Hailey she’d never land a Vogue cover—something he later apologized for.

But this wasn’t the only cryptic post the “Peaches” singer shared. In a follow-up, Bieber delved into the topic of loyalty versus love. “LOYALTY is manipulative language,” he wrote. “Loyalty is a duty, it’s an obligation. THAT’S NOT FREE WILL. LOVE IS NOT A DUTY. LOVE IS A DELIGHT.”

He continued, “Please stop using loyalty to keep people around you out of your own fear. It’s hurting us. Mafia members use loyalty to keep people in their gangs. Let’s not perpetuate this manipulative language. Love over loyalty forever.”

The emotionally-charged statements had fans split. While many praised Bieber for speaking his truth, others voiced concern over the tone of his messages. It’s not the first time the singer has used his platform to be vulnerable. He’s previously opened up about battles with depression, fame-induced anxiety, and the spiritual journey that’s helped him stay grounded.

Sources close to the couple have stated that Hailey is still fully supportive of Justin, despite the scrutiny. Contrary to social media rumors, there’s no truth to talk of divorce or separation. If anything, insiders say the pair are simply trying to shield their bond from the chaos that often comes with fame.

For now, Justin appears focused on staying centered and keeping his faith intact. His recent posts—cryptic, heartfelt, and unfiltered—are less about lashing out and more about reminding the world that he’s human, too.