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Mitski Makes Manila Debut With Nothing’s About to Happen to Me Tour

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Nobody, nobody, nobody… left the venue without feeling the magic of Mitski as she finally staged her long-awaited first-ever solo concert in Manila on July 14, 2026.

The Manila stop of Mitski’s Nothing’s About to Happen to Me Tour marked the beginning of the tour’s Asia leg. After performing across North America and Europe since March, the acclaimed singer-songwriter made Manila her first destination in the region.

The anticipation was evident throughout the night as Filipino fans finally got to witness Mitski perform live in the country for the very first time.

Mitski’s setlist showcased her rich and expansive discography. Featuring a mix of fan favorites and newer releases, the performance gave fans the chance to relive the songs they had long waited to hear live while also experiencing the tracks that represent Mitski’s current musical era.

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The singer-songwriter performed songs from her recently released album, Nothing’s About to Happen to Me, including “In a Lake,” “Cats,” “Where’s My Phone,” “I’ll Change for You,” “Rules,” “That White Cat,” “Dead Women,” “Instead of Here,” and “If I Leave.”

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For her first performance in front of Filipino fans, Mitski also made sure to include some of her biggest hits, such as “My Love Mine All Mine,” “Nobody,” “I Bet on Losing Dogs,” “Francis Forever,” and “Washing Machine Heart.”

“I’m in such a privilege to get to be here in order to play a show. It’s like a dream come true. And I’m so grateful to all of you for making it possible,” Mitski shared. She also expressed how warmly she and her team had been welcomed.

Mitski further showcased her artistry with captivating performances of “Working for the Knife,” “Buffalo Replaced,” “Heaven,” “When Memories Snow,” “Circle,” “Dan the Dancer,” “I Want You,” “Stay Soft,” “A Horse Named Cold Air,” “Two Slow Dancers,” and “Pearl Driver.”

“I thought I was alone, and it turned out I wasn’t because you understand. I still can’t really believe it, really. I don’t know what to do with this feeling. I feel so grateful for you, and I love you all so much,” Mitski said as she expressed her gratitude to the fans who attended her first-ever concert in Manila. “Thank you. Thank you for being here. Thank you for showing me that I’m not alone after all. Thank you,” she added.

Many fans arrived in carefully curated outfits, fully embracing the Mitski concert experience. Having waited for this very moment, fans sang at the top of their lungs to the songs they resonated with the most, reflecting their love for Mitski and her music.

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Mitski’s Nothing’s About to Happen to Me Tour in Manila is presented by PULP Live World.

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