One Direction slam was just poking fun, says Justin Bieber

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Press Trust of India Los Angeles
Last Updated : Nov 15 2015 | 7:57 AM IST
Pop star Justin Bieber said him taking a dig at boy band One Direction was just for fun and he is supportive of everyone, who are trying to make good music.
The 21-year-old singer slammed the British group for keeping the release date of their album "Made in the AM" November 13, same as that of his album "Purpose," reported US magazine.
"Everyone should support everyone. I think that this should be friendly competition. I think it's fun to joke around. But I really genuinely support everyone that's making music and every young artist that's doing what they love and getting success from that. I think that everyone should support that, regardless if you enjoy their music or not," Bieber said.
The "Baby" hitmaker went on to admit that the mistakes he made in life made him a better person.
"Making some bad decisions made me more human, because I think most people go through a period in their life when they're figuring it out. It showed a human side to me that just showed growth. The fact that I'm able to come back and be better than ever is a true testament to who I am as a person. I think people could all relate to me," he said.
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First Published: Nov 15 2015 | 7:57 AM IST

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