"What do you mean? When you nod your head yes but you wanna say no." (Courtesy of MTV)

>> PHOTOS: 10 potential running mates for Kanye West, 2020 presidential hopeful

>> RELATED: #KanyeForPresident? Stars react to West's rambling VMAs speech

Bieber's VMAs performance was simple. It was low-key. It was emotional – so emotional.

>> RELATED: Nicki Minaj throws epic shade at Miley Cyrus at the VMAs

The performance of his two new hits, "What Do You Mean" and "Where Are Ü Now," ended with some motivational and reflective words.

>> RELATED: Taylor Swift and Nicki Minaj end their feud with duet at VMAs

"Sometimes we focus on the destination, but forget to focus on that journey. But when you fall, it allows you to get up stronger." (Courtesy of MTV)

>> PHOTOS: 2015 MTV Video Music Awards

And then the Biebs flew. It was almost too literal.

>> PHOTOS: Red carpet at the 2015 MTV Video Music Awards

He finished up by crying, and the Internet broke. You're back Biebs, and we couldn't be happier.

>> Read more trending stories

This video includes images from Getty Images.