During the show, Gaga stated:
I’m not an alien, I’m not a woman, I’m not a man, and I’m not a creature of your government, Manila. I’m all you dreams and I’m all your potential. Let me be all your insecurities and your fears. I’m your future. I’m everything that makes you sad and angry. I’m you, little monsters. Tonight’s not a statement, tonight’s us coming together because we believe we were all born this way. Some people say I stand for things that are bad. The truth is, I want the best for every single one of you. My lifestyle is like one whole performance of liberation. For those of you who aren’t free, take this opportunity to free yourself.
Over 300 youths protested outside the Mall of Asia Arena, praying and hoping she would not perform her song “Judas”. Offending race or religion in the conservative country is punishable by six years or more in jail, though no one has been convicted of any crimes yet.







