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Host Ciara Debuts New Song ‘Melanin’
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“‘Melanin,’ I want my fans to feel the true power of loving themselves for who they are. Embracing not only your inner, but your outer self, and the uniqueness of the color of your skin and whatever that means to someone,” Ciara told PEOPLE of her song. The beautiful track is about “embracing who you truly are, and that melanin.”
02of 08Lizzo Lights Up the Stage with ‘Jerome’ PerformanceKevin Winter/Getty ImagesWith a sea of glowing lights lit beautifully behind her, the “Truth Hurts” singer sang her heart out while performing her new single, “Jerome."“Who told you that you stood at chance with this royalty? You’re so sweet, bless your heart,” she sang as the crowd rocked back and forth.Lizzostood on a circular platform that slowly rotated throughout her heartfelt performance, and she scored a standing ovation from the crowd.
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Lizzo Lights Up the Stage with ‘Jerome’ Performance
With a sea of glowing lights lit beautifully behind her, the “Truth Hurts” singer sang her heart out while performing her new single, “Jerome.”
“Who told you that you stood at chance with this royalty? You’re so sweet, bless your heart,” she sang as the crowd rocked back and forth.Lizzostood on a circular platform that slowly rotated throughout her heartfelt performance, and she scored a standing ovation from the crowd.
03of 08Shawn Mendes & Camila Cabello Tease a Kiss (Again!)Kevin Winter/GettyThe couple heated up the stage with a sizzling performance of “Señorita,” which ended with fans wondering if the two were going to lock lips (just like at the VMAsearlier this year). EvenTaylor Swiftwas watching in awe withBilly Porter, anticipating a hot makeout session, but alas — no kiss. Mendes and Cabello did, however, win an AMA forcollaboration of the yearfor their chart-topping duet, and adorably accepted it together.
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Shawn Mendes & Camila Cabello Tease a Kiss (Again!)
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The couple heated up the stage with a sizzling performance of “Señorita,” which ended with fans wondering if the two were going to lock lips (just like at the VMAsearlier this year). EvenTaylor Swiftwas watching in awe withBilly Porter, anticipating a hot makeout session, but alas — no kiss. Mendes and Cabello did, however, win an AMA forcollaboration of the yearfor their chart-topping duet, and adorably accepted it together.
04of 08Kesha Gets Everyone Singing Along with Surprise ‘TiK ToK’ PerformanceKesha performing at the 2019 American Music Awards.Kevin Winter/Getty Images“Welcome to our Sunday service,” the singer announced before launching into an epic performance of “Raising Hell” alongside artist Big Freedia. The two brought down the house with their dynamic vocals as a group of dancers dressed in bright pink hyped the crowd. Then, the surprise moment came once Kesha sang the words, “Wake up in the morning feelin' like P. Diddy.” Almost immediately, the crowd erupted as they started to sing along to her 2009 mega hit, “TiK ToK.”
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Kesha Gets Everyone Singing Along with Surprise ‘TiK ToK’ Performance
Kesha performing at the 2019 American Music Awards.Kevin Winter/Getty Images
“Welcome to our Sunday service,” the singer announced before launching into an epic performance of “Raising Hell” alongside artist Big Freedia. The two brought down the house with their dynamic vocals as a group of dancers dressed in bright pink hyped the crowd. Then, the surprise moment came once Kesha sang the words, “Wake up in the morning feelin' like P. Diddy.” Almost immediately, the crowd erupted as they started to sing along to her 2009 mega hit, “TiK ToK.”
05of 08Toni Braxton Makes an Epic AMAs ReturnJC Olivera/Getty ImagesBraxton stole the show with herpowerhouse performanceof her 1996 hit, “Un-break My Heart.” It has been 25 years since the legendary singer graced the AMAs stage, and she made her return a moment fans won’t soon forget.Braxton wore a gorgeous off the shoulder, floor-length, white lace gown, whichclosely resembled the gownshe wore 25 years ago, the very first time she attended the AMAs.
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Toni Braxton Makes an Epic AMAs Return
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Braxton stole the show with herpowerhouse performanceof her 1996 hit, “Un-break My Heart.” It has been 25 years since the legendary singer graced the AMAs stage, and she made her return a moment fans won’t soon forget.
Braxton wore a gorgeous off the shoulder, floor-length, white lace gown, whichclosely resembled the gownshe wore 25 years ago, the very first time she attended the AMAs.
06of 08Taylor Swift Performs Her Greatest Hits with Help from Halsey & Camila CabelloTaylor Swift with Camila Cabello & Halsey.JC Olivera/GettyThe artist of the decade honoree electrified the crowd as she sang amedley of some of the biggest songs of her career, including “Love Story,” “I Knew You Were Trouble,” “The Man” and more. Swift’s parents adorably sang along alongsideSelena Gomez, who fangirled from the audience. Halsey andCamila Cabellothen joined the songstress for a rendition of “Shake It Off” that brought the audience to their feet.Earlier that night, Swift broke the record for winning the most AMAs, beating Michael Jackson when she was awarded favorite pop/rock album forLover.
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Taylor Swift Performs Her Greatest Hits with Help from Halsey & Camila Cabello
Taylor Swift with Camila Cabello & Halsey.JC Olivera/Getty
The artist of the decade honoree electrified the crowd as she sang amedley of some of the biggest songs of her career, including “Love Story,” “I Knew You Were Trouble,” “The Man” and more. Swift’s parents adorably sang along alongsideSelena Gomez, who fangirled from the audience. Halsey andCamila Cabellothen joined the songstress for a rendition of “Shake It Off” that brought the audience to their feet.
Earlier that night, Swift broke the record for winning the most AMAs, beating Michael Jackson when she was awarded favorite pop/rock album forLover.
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Post Malone, Ozzy Osbourne, Travis Scott & Watt Literally Set the Stage on Fire
Post Malone, Ozzy Osbourne, Travis Scott, and Watt.Kevin Winter/Getty
Before the performance, Malone was honored with rap/hip-hop album of the year forHollywood’s Bleeding. The star was up for seven awards, making him the most nominated artist at this year’s show.
08of 08Shania Twain Covers Drake, Post Malone & Taylor Swift Before Closing Out the Show with Her Greatest HitsKevin Winter/GettyIt’s been 16 years since the country superstar lit up the AMAs stage, and the first thing she did Sunday night was perform acoustic covers ofPost Malone’s “Rockstar,” Twenty One Pilots' “Stressed Out,“Taylor Swift’s “Shake It Off” and Drake’s “God’s Plan.” The star rapped beautifully as she played her blinged-out pink guitar.After paying homage to the night’s big stars, Twain dove into her own impressive catalogue and performed her hits, “You’re Still the One,” “Any Man of Mine,” “That Don’t Impress Me Much” and “Man! I Feel Like a Woman.” The extraordinary performance was the perfect way to end the show.
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Shania Twain Covers Drake, Post Malone & Taylor Swift Before Closing Out the Show with Her Greatest Hits
It’s been 16 years since the country superstar lit up the AMAs stage, and the first thing she did Sunday night was perform acoustic covers ofPost Malone’s “Rockstar,” Twenty One Pilots' “Stressed Out,“Taylor Swift’s “Shake It Off” and Drake’s “God’s Plan.” The star rapped beautifully as she played her blinged-out pink guitar.
After paying homage to the night’s big stars, Twain dove into her own impressive catalogue and performed her hits, “You’re Still the One,” “Any Man of Mine,” “That Don’t Impress Me Much” and “Man! I Feel Like a Woman.” The extraordinary performance was the perfect way to end the show.
source: people.com
