The Awards opened with a lackluster performance of Jackson 5 classics by R&B group New Edition. Surprisingly, the group was joined by New Edition member Bobby Brown A.K.A the crackhead who is rarely seen with his fellow group members.
The audience witness atrocious performances by R&B sensations Keri Hilson and Beyonce who had very differing performances. Keri’s performance was an energetic rendition of her single “Knock You Down” the best part of this sad performance was her BOOBS giggling in her V neck tee shirt. while Beyonce’s performance included an operatic recital of “Ave Maria". Lead the audience questioning "Why the hell will Jay-Z sit there and watch his girl disgrace herself on public T.V".
Ne-Yo turned out to be the star of the night with his heartfelt musical tributes to Michael Jackson including a stirring rendition of “The Lady In My Life”. Another star of the night was Jay-Z, who performed “D.O.A.” alongside a live band. One of the more bizarre performances of the night included Lil Wayne, Drake, and other Young Money artists performing “Every Girl” while Lil Wayne’s daughter and her friends danced on stage???!! BAD BAD IDEA
Towards the end of the show Janet Jackson grief-stricken, but very well composed told fans “To you, Michael is an icon. To us, Michael is family. He will forever live in all of our hearts. On behalf of my family and myself, thank you for all of your love, thank you for all of your support. We miss him so much. Thank you so much."
The show was ended by a tribute performance of the Jackson 5’s “I’ll Be There” by Jamie Foxx and Ne-Yo.
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