After backing out of concerts, Justin Bieber drops new single 'Friends'

Los Angeles: Pop star Justin Bieber has released his new single "Friends", which is about staying pals with an ex.

The 23-year-old singer unveiled plans for the single earlier this week, and the upbeat, peppy song - a collaboration with producer-songwriter Bloodpop - is now available, reported Ace Showbiz.

Bieber confirmed the release on Instagram, writing: "New song #Friends out now (sic)."

Bieber and Bloodpop previously teamed up for the Canadian singer's hit track "Sorry".

"Friends" marks the "Baby" hitmaker's first solo release since his 2015 album "Purpose".