"What makes the American Music Awards special is the fans choose the winning artists," said Chester Bennington of Linkin Park, who won favorite artist alternative rock and performed "Burn It Down," as Brandy sang along and Gwen Stefani, Usher and Phillip Phillips bobbed their heads.Īlong with Rihanna, Minaj was the top nominee with four nominations. Boy band The Wanted said they were excited to see " Gangnam Style" star PSY, and Colbie Caillat wants to watch No Doubt. Cyndi Lauper said her musical playlist includes Pink, Minaj and Rae Jepsen, who performed " Call Me Maybe" and won new artist of the year. At this award show, even the stars were fans: Pink said on the red carpet that she'd like to collaborate with Lauryn Hill. He also advised people to donate through Red Cross for Superstorm Sandy victims.įellow " Idol" winner Carrie Underwood, won best favorite country album, also performed, hitting the right notes during her performance of " Two Black Cadillacs."Īmerican Music Awards nominees were selected based on sales and airplay, and fans chose the winners by voting online. Kelly Clarkson also hit the stage, making a nod to her "American Idol" roots with a number on her dress and three judges looking on as she sang " Miss Independent." Then she went into "Since U Been Gone," '' Stronger" and " Catch My Breath." It's worth noting that "Idol" judge Randy Jackson introduced Clarkson, the first-ever winner of the show. Aguilera wore a blonde bob in a purple dress that matched her eyeshadow. Minaj and Christina Aguilera were blonde bombshells, too: Minaj's hair was busy and full of volume and she sported a neon strapless gown to accept her award. Ke$ha was pants-less, rocking knee-high boots and rolling on the floor as she finished up the song. She switched to her normal attire when she performed her hit single "Die Young." It was tribal, with shirtless dancers in skin-tight pants, silver hair and skeleton-painted faces, who also played the drums. Party girl Ke$ha was glammed up on the red carpet, rocking long, flowy blonde hair and a light pink dress. Wow," she said, thanking Bieber and his manager, Scooter Braun. She even danced and sang on the floor as lights flickered throughout the performance.Ĭarly Rae Jepsen, who performed early in the night, won favorite new artist. But then she changed into a red corset and black skirt, matching their dark mood. She sang onstage in a light dress while dancers wore mostly black. Swift gave a masquerade-themed performance of the pop song I Knew You Were Trouble. Luke Bryan won favorite country male artist and Lady Antebellum favorite country group. You guys are the ones who voted on this," she said. Swift won her fifth consecutive award for favorite country female artist. Usher kicked off the three-hour show with green laser lights beaming onstage as he performed a medley of songs, including Numb, Climax and Can't Stop, Won't Stop, which featured a smoky floor and a number of backup dancers, as Usher jammed in all black, with the exception of his red shoes. I feel violated right now," he said, laughing.īieber's red and black outfit seemed to be the night's theme, as Taylor Swift and Usher wore similar ensembles. One background singer stole the performance, belting semi-high notes as Minaj looked on.Īs Bieber won his second award, he was kissed on the neck by Jenny McCarthy, who presented the award. The scene was ghostly and snowy, as a choir - also in white - joined her onstage. She was in an all-white get-up, including fur coat and pink hair when she performed her new song Freedom. Minaj repeated her AMAs wins from last year, picking up trophies for favorite rap/hip-hop artists and album for Pink Friday: Roman Reloaded. He transitioned to the dance-heavy Beauty and a Beat, where Minaj joined him onstage, grinding with the teen for a few seconds. He gave a stripped down, acoustic performance of As Long As You Love Me, sitting down as someone played the guitar. He also won favorite pop/rock album for Believe.
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