Released on September 14, 2012, is a standout acoustic ballad from Carly Rae Jepsen’s second studio album, Kiss . A rare departure from the high-energy bubblegum pop that defined the era, the track features fellow Canadian superstar Justin Bieber in a gentle duet that explores themes of self-worth and unrequited admiration. A Serendipitous Studio Session
: The song captures the tension of being "just friends" and the fear of expressing deep feelings. Jepsen and Bieber trade verses that describe a love so humble it "takes my breath away" and "fills the words that I don't say". Carly Rae Jepsen - Beautiful (Lyrics) ft. Justin Bieber
While some critics found the track "boring" compared to the high-stakes energy of "Call Me Maybe," others praised it as a "sweet duet" that added a necessary layer of sincerity to Jepsen’s major-label debut. Released on September 14, 2012, is a standout
: Unlike the "sugary" tracks on the album, "Beautiful" is described as a more "polished" and "tender" moment that showcases Jepsen's ability to deliver a slow, emotive performance without over-singing. Chart Performance and Reception Jepsen and Bieber trade verses that describe a