LOS ANGELES (AP) – Justin Bieber is proving to fans that he has a new “Purpose” in life.
On the day of his latest album release, the beleaguered pop star fielded questions and performed tunes from “Purpose” in a series of sold-out fan events held Friday at Staples Center.
Bieber made his way to the rotating stage on a skateboard for the first of three engagements before taking requests from the crowd of mostly young female fans. The queries ranged from “Will you marry?” to “Are you happy?” Bieber answered affirmatively to both questions.
“I’m happy overall,” said Bieber. “I’m a little stressed out, but I’m happy. I’m just being honest.”
However, Bieber did appear perturbed when some overzealous attendees lobbed objects onto the stage, including a smartphone. He cautioned the crowd against it before returning the iPhone. One fan told Bieber she skipped school to attend the event and asked him for a photo.