Bazzi Proves That He’s A STAR at Manila Debut Concert!

It was a chilly Friday night when American singer, songwriter, rapper, and producer, Bazzi held his last stop for his Asia tour in the Philippines at The Island. Doors opened at 7 pm. There were already fans that were starting to line up so that they could be close to the stage.

Before the show, the fans are dancing with the opening set of Kat DJ and when the clock strikes at 11:30 pm they started to chant Bazzi’s name.

Blue lights swayed around the stage for the introduction- making the crowd even more excited to see the singer. Moments later, Bazzi finally hits the stage wearing an article of dark clothing and a cap.

Although there are some parts of the show where the lights don't capture Bazzi's face, he gave away an amazing performance and he never fails to put a smile on the fans faces.

Screaming fans filled The Island when he started performing his hits ‘Paradise’, 'Why' and 'Star' from his debut album Cosmic. Bazzi's energy is what makes the audience adore him more, and it's hard to believe that he's only 21 years old!

“THIS IS MY FIRST TIME EVER IN THIS BEAUTIFUL CITY… I’VE BEEN TOURING IN ASIA FOR THE LAST 2-3 WEEKS AND I’VE ONLY BEEN ABOUT FIVE SONGS WITH YOU GUYS AND I CAN ALREADY SAY THAT THIS MIGHT BE MY FAVORITE STOP FOR THE TOUR SO FAR”

Bazzi also sang covers of his all time favorites ' Hold On, We’re Going Home' with the help of his guitarist, Nick and 'There Goes My Baby' where he serenades his fans with his guitar.

At the beginning of the show, Bazzi said that "I might have a friend coming out with me" and halfway through his show, he brought out his friend Russ! (who will be having a concert in Manila the day after Bazzi's show). Nobody is expecting it and everyone is shocked. Louder screams filled the venue as fans sing the lyrics of 'Missin you crazy' and 'What They Want'.

Russ leaves the stage with a message " Manila make some f-king noise for young legend Bazzi one more time! Let me catch y'all tomorrow"

Bazzi performed '3:15' making the crowd jumped with its lyrics and after the song he told the the audience :"Manila, I don't wanna leave y'all man. Manila, I said I really really don't want to leave y'all right now. Maybe I could do one more song for you guys real quick."

Bazzi ended the night with his biggest hit 'Mine'. Ending the song with a message "Manila you are so beautiful, my name is Bazzi and I'll see you next time."

The last song felt like the show has come to an end since it was filled with confetti's, some people are starting to leave the barricade and the lighting has been changed. But, we were wrong, fans came back as Bazzi went to the stage for his encore to sing 'Caught in the Fire'. He leaves the stage with a message "My name is Bazzi and I'll see you next time".

Bazzi didn't disappoint us with his talent and how he poured his heart out with his relatable lyrics. With his chart-topping tracks, Bazzi is sure going to be the next big STAR in the music industry.

Special thanks to The Island PH and Warner Music Philippines!

Bazzi’s Setlist in Manila:

Paradise

Gone

Why

Star

Alone

Honest

Cartier

Beautiful

BRB

Hold On, We’re Going Home (Cover)

There Goes My Baby (Cover)

Dreams

Myself

//RUSS (Surprise Guest)

Missin you crazy

What They Want //

3:15

Mine

Caught in the Fire

Written and Photographed by: Vanica C. Landicho