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'I always forget to breathe': Justin Bieber struggles to juggle dancing and singing on The X Factor Australia... as his performance receives mixed reviews on social media

Published: 05:59 EST, 29 September 2015 | Updated: 07:46 EST, 30 September 2015

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After much anticipation, Justin Bieber finally took to the stage to perform his hit single What Do You Mean? on Tuesday night's episode of The X Factor Australia.

But the 21-year-old's performance left fans conflicted, with many claiming they were not impressed by his lackluster rendition of the track.

Joking about the fact he was out of breath following his performance, the singer admitted: 'I always forget to breathe, I'm always so busy doing the moves and I never breathe.'

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Taking to the stage: After much anticipation, Justin Bieber performed his hit single, What Do You Mean?, on Tuesday night's episode of The X Factor Australia

Not impressed: Joking about the fact he was out of breath, the singer admitted to host Luke Jacobz : 'I always forget to breathe, I'm always so busy doing the moves and I never breathe'

Despite mixed reviews of the performance, the excitement in the studio was palpable as Justin took to the stage, with fans in the audience screaming their approval. They could even be heard singing along with the popstar throughout the song.

Justin covered up his newly blonde locks with a backwards netted black hat and completed the ensemble with white trainers.

Showcasing his fancy footwork with the help of a host of dancers, the star worked the stage as he sang his number one track, before performing a one-on-one dance with a female dancer.

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Pop star: The 21-year-old singer gave his first performance of his catchy comeback track as he bounced around the stage in a casual ensemble

Taking the stage: However, his performance left fans conflicted with many claiming they were not impressed by his lackluster rendition of the track

Raising his hands in celebration after the performance, he then ran to touch the hands of more screaming fans.

Justin then chatted to host Luke Jacobz about his current visit to Australia, saying: 'My trip has been awesome so far. Just been doing a lot of skating ping pong and activities.'

When asked about his upcoming album, Justin enthused: 'The new record is exciting and uplifting, i'm ready for the people to hear it.'

Superstar: Fans in the studio could even be heard singing along with the popstar throughout the song

Getting close to the fans: Justin covered up his newly blonde locks with a backwards netted black hat and completed the ensemble with white trainers

Showcasing his fancy footwork with the help of a host of dancers, the star worked the stage as he sang his number one track, before performing a one-on-one dance with a female dancer

But it seems some viewers weren't as taken with the song, or Justin's stage antics.

Taking to Twitter during the performance, a fan wrote: 'Justin sounded really good but I think the mic was low.'

While one commentator tweeted: 'Any teenager with talent could do better imho'.

Sharing their thoughts: Taking to Twitter during his performance, viewers shared their mixed feelings about the much-hyped performance

Job done: Raising his hands in celebration after the performance, he then ran to touch the hands of more screaming fans

Thank you: Justin was sure to thank the audience for their support

Great times: Speaking to host Luke Jacobz, Justin said: 'My trip has been awesome so far. Just been doing a lot of skating ping pong and activities'

Another wrote: 'Britney had more stage presence when she sang "Gimme More" at the VMA's than Justin Bieber had on #xfactorau'.

One Twitter user added: 'That was thoroughly boring. The time Telstra brought @MsRebeccaBlack to perform was more entertaining. All that hype for nothing'.

Another viewer commented: 'Either Bieber is lip syncing or he is lazy and made no attempt to enhance his performance. The voice sounds really horrible.'

Justin has had a busy schedule with three concerts in Sydney and Melbourne planned.

Not good enough: Fans have extremely varying opinions about the pop stars performance

He performed at 2DayFM's World Famous Rooftop in Melbourne on Monday, before heading to Sydney for The X Factor Australia on Tuesday.

The 21-year-old will go on to perform an exclusive concert event called 'Bieber Island' on Wednesday.

The KIIS presents iHeartRadio LIVE gig will be held on an island in Sydney Harbour and will be an opportunity for dedicated fans to see the performer live.