During last night’s concert in Orlando, Justin Bieber spoke to the crowd about how deeply the news of the shootings affected him.

“You guys have been in my heart,” he said. “I’ve just been thinking of the families and really feeling for them. It’s hard to really be happy in a time like this, so it means a lot to see you guys out here, smiling.”

“It’s no joke. It’s tough. This is such a moment for us to be together. We have to continue to be strong. So much love goes out to all the families, so much love. But let’s also, let’s just celebrate. They can’t take down Orlando.”

Bieber then sang  his song “Purpose” with the names of the 49 victims of the Pulse nightclub shootin scrolled up the screen (along with Christina Grimmie‘s). As he sang he walked to the screen and faced it for the remainder of the song so his back was to the audience.

“I’m on your side. I’m on this journey with you all,” Bieber told the audience during the show. “Don’t ever feel like you’re on your journey alone. I’m with you. Don’t ever be afraid to be yourself.”

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