Highlights of American Music Awards 2009
By Seraphina L.
Despite the fact that the Grammys are just a few months away, the American Music Awards still managed to kick off the music award season with tons of great performances. We’ve all seen Jennifer Lopez and Adam Lambert take a fall during their songs, but award ceremonies are still the great promoters as they cram tons of artist performances into just three hours.
Opening with a performance by Janet Jackson singing all her greatest hits including her new single, “Make Me,” the tone was set to remind the audience that unlike the Grammys, this award show was all about the fans. The big winner of the night was Taylor Swift, who grabbed five AMAs including Artist of the Year – a category which Michael Jackson was also nominated for.
The night included some great duets such as Jay-Z with Alicia Keys, Eminem with 50 Cent, and Timbaland with So Shy. Comeback performances featured Rihanna and the one and only Whitney Houston. Lady Gaga proved she can still maintain shock factor while sounding great and Adam Lambert attempted to prove himself to the world.
We’ve picked out the following performances as our favorite of the night. If you missed out last night, take a look at some great showmanship below then let us know which one you enjoyed the most!
Janet Jackson
Kelly Clarkson
Shakira
Jay-Z and Alicia Keys
Carrie Underwood
Lady Gaga
Rihanna
Mary J. Blige
Whitney Houston
Green Day
Which of these were your favorite? Is your favorite not included? Let us know!
Monday, November 23, 2009 8:51PM
I liked Adams best. Too bad you didn't.
Monday, November 23, 2009 1:53PM
well didnt really watch it but i guess the empire state of mind must have coloured the whole show.Alicia i luv you
Tuesday, November 24, 2009 4:33PM
i liked adams perfprmence most of all. it was different and he did it from his state of mind. he wanted to show the difference of sexuality and thats what i liked most about it.
Tuesday, November 24, 2009 10:30AM
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