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Justin Bieber's Coachella Set: A Performance From His Phone

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Justin Bieber's Coachella Set: A Performance From His Phone
Pop star Justin Bieber's highly anticipated Coachella headline set took an unexpected turn. For a significant portion of his performance, the singer did not sing his early hits live. Instead, Bieber stood on stage while YouTube videos of songs like "Baby" and "Never Say Never" played. He sang along to the recordings, creating a nostalgic but unusual concert experience. The move fueled online discussion among fans and critics. Some viewed it as a unique, retrospective celebration of his teenage fame. Others questioned the format of a headline set relying so heavily on pre-recorded tracks. The performance highlighted Bieber's journey from viral YouTube sensation to global pop icon. It also raised questions about artistic presentation in modern live music.