Musicians Lorde and Emeli Sande have paid tribute to the victims of the Manchester terror attack.

The singers both used the stage at BBC Radio 1's Big Weekend in Hull to dedicate their performances to the 22 people who lost their lives in the horrific attack which happened last Monday.  

Both women broke down in tears as they discussed the events during their sets on Saturday night.

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Emotional: Lorde and Emeli Sande used the stage at BBC Radio 1's Big Weekend in Hull to dedicate their performances to the 22 people who lost their lives in the horrific Manchester terror attack





Devastating: Both women broke down in tears as they discussed the events during their sets on Saturday night

A further 59 people were left with life-threatening injuries after suicide bomber Salem Abedi targeted Ariana Grande's concert in Manchester. 




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The Daily Star reports that Lorde wept as she told the crowd: 'Never let one person get in the way of your love for live music', before singing her track Liability.

Emeli also got emotional during her set, and dedicated her hit Read All About It to the people of Manchester and wept as she sang the lyrics.

Earlier in the night, Radio 1 host Nick Grimshaw led the crowd in a minute's silence.





Powerful: Emeli also got emotional during her set, and dedicated her hit Read All About It to the people of Manchester and wept as she sang the lyrics





Tearful: The set was an emotional tribute to victims of the horrific terror attack





Moving: Audience members cheered loudly and held up heart symbols to spread Emeli's message of love

The performers moved audiences with their powerful tributes. 

Singer Lorde - real name Ella O'Connor - 20, went for citrus vibes as she donned a pair of lime green culottes paired with a pink top as she stormed the stage.

The Royals hitmaker entertained crowds with her powerful voice, while 19-year-old Zara Larsson put on a dazzling display. 




Strong: Emeli's tribute touched the entire audience





Symbol: A large heart emblazoned with 'Manchester' was shown in the background





Entertainer: Singer Lorde, 20, went for citrus vibes as she donned a pair of lime green culottes paired with a pink top as she stormed the stage at Radio 1's Big Weekend in Hull on Saturday





 Dazzling: Zara Larsson, 19, put on a dazzling display as she donned a pair of hot-pants and a cool denim jacket for her Radio 1 Big Weekend performance in Hull on Saturday

Lorde's top featured a frayed hem and an unusual train that flowed behind her back.

She flashed her taut midriff in the ensemble, and slipped a quirky pair of pink cat-eye shades over her eyes, adding a series of layered necklaces - including a red charm number from Foundrae - to her ensemble. 

Allowing her long, brunette locks to flow behind her, the singer jumped around excitedly as she threw her heart and soul into the performance. 




Lorde have mercy! She flashed her taut midriff in the ensemble, and slipped a quirky pair of pink cat-eye shades over her eyes





Performer: Allowing her long, brunette locks to flow behind her, the singer jumped around excitedly as she threw her heart and soul into the performance





Music man: X Factor winner James Arthur, 29, also performed and sported a patterned shirt layered over a black T-shirt





Jumping for joy! Lorde showcased her dazzling silver cowboy boots

Zara sported a quirky vibe for her performance in a pair of thigh-skimming hot-pants and a funky cat-printed denim jacket. 

Zara chose to showcase her slender pins as she strutted her stuff on stage, choosing to flaunt her legs in a eye-wateringly short pair of black hot-pants. 

She teamed them with an over-sized pristine white t-shirt and keen to avoid any possible wardrobe mishaps, her top featured a train at the back that just about covered her pert behind. 




 Thought-out: She teamed her hot-pants with an over-sized white t-shirt that strategically featured a train at the back to cover her pert behind - reducing the risk of a wardrobe mishap





Cute! The I Would Like hit-maker threw a cool distressed denim jacket on top of her ensemble and it boasted a cute embellished design that included colourful cat prints all along one side










Content: Zara was in high spirits as she danced around the stage while belting out her hits



The I Would Like hit-maker threw a cool distressed denim jacket on top of her ensemble and it boasted a cute embellished design that included colourful cat prints all along one side.

Debuting a much shorter hair style than she has done previously, Zara styled her now shoulder-grazing tresses into tousled bouncy curls.

She opted for a subtle make-up look for her performance and completed her stage getup with a nude-hued lipstick on her lips. 

Since she first stormed the music charts in 2015, the Swedish artist has experienced international success and has collaborated with a number of other stars including Tinie Tempah, Clean Bandit and Ty Dollar Sign. 


Meanwhile, ahead of her performance, Zara addressed her scantily-clad appearance on stage and insisted she 'likes' her minimal outfits.




Fun in the sun: Zara gave her all to the performance





Miaow: Zara showcased her adorable cat denim jacket





Cheeky: The star stuck out her tongue playfully





Sixties chic: Lana Del Ray was also present wearing a sultry 60's inspired minidress and headband





Siren: Lana brought the sex appeal to the stage





Shady man: James slipped a pair of 80's style sunglasses over his visage

Speaking to Daily Star, she explained that she is happy to dress racily in her music videos if she deems it appropriate. She said: 'I can do skimpy outfits and still feel like I want to do it.'

'But there is also a deeper conversation about what is expected for female artists and how we expect them to look.

"It they don't [dress sexy] we bash them... and if they do, we bash them still - it's such a double punishment for women but if it fits the song then I am up for being sexy.'




Popular: Imagine Dragons front man Dan Reynolds pointed to the thrilled crowds





Crowd pleaser: Dan took to the top of the crowds and spoke to the audience





Woo! Dan looked thrilled as he threw peace signs to the crowds

The festival event - hosted by radio station Radio 1 - plays out over two days and will see the likes of Katy Perry and Kings Of Leon headlining. 

Plan B and Royal Blood will head up its second stage, with James Arthur, Rita Ora, Little Mix and Sean Paul all performing over the weekend.

Radio 1's Big Weekend is hosted every year in a different location across the country and tickets are free for all attendees. 




Rock on! James stole the show





Denim dude: Radio DJ Greg James worked the double denim trend





Fired up: Electric dance duo Galantis stormed the stage





Hands in the air! Galantis smiled as they sent crowds wild





Go girl! Zara looked gorgeous as she performed onstage





Songstress: Zara beamed widely as she performed





Roar! Katy Perry took to the stage to wow fans with a brilliant set list 





Hi 5! Katy wowed in a sequined silver mini dress with matching flowing gown that sparkled under the lights





Hitting the right note: Katy's performance wowed fans with a mixture of energy and class





Elfin crop: Katy's new daring 'Do was on full display as she razzle dazzled the crowd with her moves





Can I kick it? Low key performances aren't a part of Katy's repertoire and this was no exception





Inked up: Simon Neil of the band Biffy Clyro strutted around stage is Mick Jagger-esq attire