Justin Bieber, YUKON | Bangerz N Bopz

In the 15^th edition of Bangerz N Bopz (2026), we highlight “YUKON” performed by Grammy-winning pop singer-songwriter Justin Bieber. 

Bring on the bold, fierce songs! Bangerz N Bopz serves up background info and insight into songs of various styles, especially songs that raise eyebrows and/or stir the pot.  Featured records can be classic or brand new. In the 15^th edition of Bangerz N Bopz (2026), we break down “YUKON” performed by Justin Bieber.

“In the city, uh / ‘Member you used to drive a Yukon / I pick up whenever you call / In the parking lot in Tucson, like.” Grammy-winning pop superstar Justin Bieber struck gold with his minimalist  Grammy-nominated single, “YUKON”. “YUKON” is the third track from his Grammy-nominated album, SWAG. It also appears on the expanded, SWAG II.  Notably, Bieber gave a captivating performance of “YUKON” at the Grammys.  Beyond his stripped performance, Justin stripped down too. JB in boxer shorts, with mad ink = hot 🥵 🥵 🥵. Bieber is one of 11 credited songwriters on “YUKON.” The song samples “Untitled” by Eminem.  Daniel Chetrit, Sir Dylan (Dylan Wiggins), Carter Lang, and Dijon produced it.  “YUKON” peaked at number 17 on the Billboard Hot 100.

“YUKON” is a surefire pop banger for many reasons.  It features a distinct groove that is irresistible.  The guitar is perfect as the primary accompaniment instrument.  Justin Bieber’s vocal performance is the main reason why “YUKON” shines.  He performs with unique, pitch-shifted vocals for most of the song. Even though the vocals are laden with effects, Bieber sings incredibly smoothly. Some of his ad-libs are sung in his traditional voice, contrasting his pitch-shifted vocals. There are also additional ad-libs that aren’t Bieber’s (2 Chainz, specifically).  Throughout, there are memorable lyrics and tuneful melodies.  “In the Phantom with the roof gone / I pull up like Jimmy Neutron,” Bieber asserts near the end of the first verse.  In the second verse, he informs her, “Just wanna be the one to give you what you want / I could put you in the Yves Saint Laurent.” There’s no doubt Bieber has the means to do so! The pre-chorus and chorus take the cake, lyrically.  In the pre-chorus, he blesses us with the memorable “Slide city, slide city / You know what that means” lyrics 😈.  Of course, the chorus is kind of a big deal, too: “What would I do (What would I do?) / If I didn’t love you, baby?” All told, “YUKON” ranks among the best moments from SWAG/SWAG II. Bieber does his big one on this one!