Harry Styles to the Philippine crowd: ‘Please feel free to be whoever it is you always wanted to be’

Lots of screaming to each phrase, dancing even to the mellow tracks, and being in a spot the place you’re feeling protected to be your true self — that is what reside exhibits must be like, and it is precisely what Harry Styles delivered.

Colorful garments triumphed on the Philippine Arena in Bulacan on Tuesday, with pink and glitter being the highest appears. But within the crowd have been banana costumes and wedding ceremony clothes, feather boas, cowboy hats, and pearl necklaces, with a peppering of Pride flags and fan indicators for Harry to learn. Everybody expressed who they’re but in addition made positive to pay tribute to Harry’s aesthetic.

While ready for Harry, Queen’s “Bohemian Rhapsody” in addition to some Harry songs saved the group fired up for the evening.

The band entered the multi-colored stage in all-white pantsuits to the followers’ screams, after which lastly at 8pm on the dot, Harry appeared earlier than the sold-out enviornment trying each bit the rockstar that he’s: A glittery athletic shirt, mild blue leather-based bell bottoms, inexperienced sneakers and many pizzazz.

Everybody’s beloved Harold began the present with “Music for a Sushi Restaurant,” the opening monitor of his Grammy award-winning album “Harry’s House,” which received everyone singing alongside — and unable to listen to the English singer. 

“Maraming salamat, Philippines! Are you ready?” Harry yelled to the group after getting his guitar for “Golden.”

He then went quiet and sang “Adore You,” however not earlier than greeting the viewers.

A recurring occasion all through the evening: Harry letting followers sing, particularly in the course of the bridge or ultimate refrain of the tune. And it is precisely throughout one in all these episodes when one of many evening’s most memorable second came about.

When everyone sang alongside “Just Let Me Adore You,” Harry answered, “Okay,” with that charming smile of his.

Harry went to the center of the stage, nearest the viewers to wave and provides flying kisses, earlier than strolling again to the principle stage and giving the evening’s first touching speak.

Harry thanked the viewers for having him and the band again after 5 years.

“Our job tonight is going to be to try and entertain you, I give you my word,” Harry advised his followers.

“Your job this evening is to have as much fun as you possibly can. You can sing, you can dance,” he stated.

“Please feel free to be whoever it is you always wanted to be in this room tonight,” Harry added.

“We’re gonna have some fun, we’re gonna do it together. Are you ready?”

Harry then sings “Keep Driving,” and will get his guitar once more for “Daylight,” the place he grooves a bit.

When Harry introduces the subsequent tune “as special to me,” everyone knew what was coming: the fan-favorite and cry anthem, “Matilda.”

Photo: Nika Roque/GMA Integrated News

The crowd, which included Kapuso stars Gabbi Garcia and Khalil Ramos, Mavy Legaspi and Kyline Alcantara, and Mikee Quintos and Paul Salas, went quiet. Phones were put down, as fans continued to sway and whisper the lyrics.

It’s safe to say that there was not a dry eye in the house. In a tear-jerking moment, Harry let everyone sing the final most emotional lines.

Harry and his guitarists continue the mellow energy with “Little Freak,” before he got the crowd jumping again to “Satellite.” Along with the audience, Harry also rocked out to the song’s guitar solo.

Taking a break from performing, Harry reads some fans’ signs, including one who proposed to Harry. “I feel like maybe we should get to know each other first,” he replied before flying her kiss, calling her “a wonderful person” and saying he is very happy to have her at the show.

Harry read another sign from a woman who said her boyfriend will propose if he and Harry would sing a duet. Lo and behold, Harry and the boyfriend sang a quick version of “Sign of the Times,” with Harry changing the lyrics to include the woman’s name.

They’re getting married! Her boyfriend just performed Sign of the Times with Harry Styles. #HarryStylesinPH #LoveOnTourPH by @livenationph pic.twitter.com/iXHhi4SDMY

— Philippine Concerts (@philconcerts) March 14, 2023

During “Cinema,” a fan threw him a pink cowboy hat which he placed on his mic stand. By the song’s bridge, everyone was dancing, hands up in the air. What a delight.

In what felt like a party, a fan threw a Pride rainbow flag, which was a fitting moment as Harry danced with it during “Treat People with Kindness.”

Harry then sang “What Makes You Beautiful,” which got both Directioners and newer fans go wild.

Harry danced with his band a lot, took the time to introduce them, and went into “Late Night Talking” which was extended for more fan singing.

The lights get turned off, and once they’re on again with no time to breathe, Harry goes straight into “Watermelon Sugar.” Harry danced to the fans’ singing the bridge.

Before “Love of My Life,” Harry took some quick time to say happy birthday to those who attended on their special day and again thanked fans for coming. People sang to him, “baby, you are the love of my life.”

After this, Harry said, “Mahal ko kayo, Philippines. Maraming salamat!” and leaves the stage.

“Mahal ko kayong lahat, maraming salamat Philippines!” Harry Styles #LoveOnTourPH #HarryStylesinPH @livenationph #harrystyles #LoveOnTour pic.twitter.com/HrgP80U23l

— Philippine Concerts (@philconcerts) March 14, 2023

When the crowd chanted “Harry,” the rockstar acquiesced, going back on stage with a spotlight on him for “Sign of the Times.” He sings his megahit with all he’s got.

Toward the end of the two-hour show, Harry gave more heartwarming words.

“You’ve been absolutely wonderful to us. Thank you for such a warm, warm welcome back to the Philippines. It’s been so, so amazing being with you,” Harry said, thanking the whole crew for bringing the concert to life.

“I’m gonna give you some more music, and you’ll be free to do whatever it is you want to do with the rest of your week,” he said.

When fans said they didn’t want to leave yet, Harry replied, “That’s a good thing. You can do whatever you want. You can go anywhere. You can do anything.”

“I promise this is a good thing,” he giggled.

Before ending the night, Harry treated fans to “Banana Song,” which he sings to those dressed in banana costumes.

Harry called the crowd “unbelievable,” and tells them, “Please look out for each other, get home safely. Move out into the world. I love you. I can’t wait to see you again next time, good night.”

It’s not over yet, because the line “Come on Harry, we want to say good night to you,” plays. The artist goes silent to let the crowd sing, “Harry, you’re no good alone.”

In the extended outro of “As It Was,” he throws water to fans and plays with his band by controlling the music with his hands like a conductor.

Fans did not want to leave without hearing this last song, and chanted “Kiwi.”

Harry dives headfirst into the song, while the crowd is still high on “As It Was.” He dances a lot, throws more water, and waves the Pride flag again to the front.

Harry waves to fans and leaves the stage before the band finishes playing. It was an effective way to leave them wanting more, but hopefully, it wouldn’t take as long as five years the next time around. — LA, GMA Integrated News