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JUSTIN Bieber has told fans the real reason why he stormed off-stage during his concert in Manchester, declaring: "I am not being an a**hole".

The pop star disappointed gig-goers at the show last night when he dropped his microphone and walked off.

 Justin Bieber returned to the stage to explain his 'tantrum'
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Justin Bieber returned to the stage to explain his 'tantrum'Credit: Fame Flynet

He was booed by angry fans over the shocking incident, which reportedly took place after he told audience members to stop cheering when he was trying to perform.

However, a video has now emerged showing him explaining himself.

Shortly after walking off, Justin, 22, returned to the stage and explained why he wanted the noise in the venue to be reduced.

 Justin dropped his mic and walked off stage
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Justin dropped his mic and walked off stageCredit: Video

 

 He disappointed fans by leaving during the show
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He disappointed fans by leaving during the showCredit: Video

He said: "I feel like I wanna connect with you.

"The point of the no screaming thing is that when I’m looking at you in the eyes you know that we’re actually having a moment and having connection.

"So it’s not that I’m being an a**hole, it simply me just wanting to have a moment."

 He has been performing in the UK on his Purpose tour
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He has been performing in the UK on his Purpose tourCredit: News Group Newspapers Ltd

Justin went on to say he will no longer be talking in between songs.

He said: "Manchester you guys are awesome. But then there has to be...

"I’m just going to quit the talking alright. I’m not going to talk the rest of the night.

"We’re just going to do the music. Obviously Manchester just can’t handle it so let’s do the music."

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