Justin Bieber suffered a painful rib injury after falling off an electric scooter, a setback that affects his preparations for a highly anticipated musical comeback in 2026.

The 31-year-old Canadian singer, who is preparing to headline the Coachella festival, revealed the accident during a live stream from Twitch.

In the nearly four-hour livestream, Bieber showed the discomfort caused by the injury, such as being unable to laugh or speak due to the impact on his side.

The accident happened while he was riding a Onewheel, an electric one-wheeled scooter, whose popularity has grown among young people and celebrities for its speed and maneuverability.

The fall directly affected the singer's rib area, hindering basic movements and his ability to breathe deeply.

Rib injuries are particularly delicate for a singer, as this thoracic area is key for diaphragmatic breathing control and vocal projection.

Thus, any pain in that area can affect the formation of musical phrases and the execution of notes, which is why Bieber took frequent pauses during the rehearsal streamed on Twitch and appeared visibly uncomfortable.

Despite the discomfort, Justin Bieber continues with his preparations for Coachella 2026, a crucial event in his career. It will be his first time headlining the festival, scheduled for the weekends of April 10-12 and 17-19. Bieber will also arrive as the highest-paid artist in Coachella history, with an estimated contract worth $10 million. His presence will headline a stellar lineup that includes artists such as Sabrina Carpenter and Karol G.