BY HANNAH GRAHAM

 

On May 22, a horrific attack was carried out at Manchester Arena just moments after American singer Ariana Grande had walked off stage at the end of her concert.

 

This devastating event left a whole city - and the world - in shock as 22 adults and children were killed, and many more injured.

 

Following the attack, the whole world came together to offer their best wishes to Manchester. People were struck hard by what happened. They were shocked, as a concert should be a safe place for everyone to relax.

 

One celebrity to express their condolences was Lorde, a New Zealand-born singer-songwriter, who took to twitter to say: “Every musician feels sick and responsible tonight - shows should be safe for you. Truly a worst nightmare. Sending love to Manchester & Ari.”

 

One of the most striking things about the aftermath of the bombing was the sheer volume of strangers willing to help out.

 

Numerous local taxi and hotel companies were offering free taxi rides home and free rooms for the people affected, leading the hashtag #roomsformanchester to trend on twitter.

 

These displays of kindness were extended when a memorial was set up in the city’s St Ann’s Square to offer a place for the public to lay flowers and messages.

 

Flowers, balloons and teddies piled up as hundreds of people came to offer their prayers to the victims and their families.

 

However, one of the strongest messages from the nature of this attack has been that potential terrorists don’t care who they target.

 

They are willing to attack young people having a good time and seeking release by enjoying music.

 

This tragedy will hit hard for many young frequent concertgoers, who now may be hesitant to support their favourite musicians.