The MTV VMAs 2021 in 180 Seconds

09/16/2021

Relive the VMAs 2021 top moments, from Madonna's surprise appearance to host Doja Cat's inspired wardrobe changes, star presenters, electric performances and heartfelt acceptance speeches.

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03:03

The Best VMAs 2021 Fashion

Check out the most talked-about red carpet looks as the biggest entertainers and stars -- including Doja Cat, Billie Eilish, Lil Nas X and more -- make their MTV VMAs 2021 entrances.
09/16/2021
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The MTV VMAs 2021 in 180 Seconds

Relive the VMAs 2021 top moments, from Madonna's surprise appearance to host Doja Cat's inspired wardrobe changes, star presenters, electric performances and heartfelt acceptance speeches.
09/16/2021
Performance
03:33

Machine Gun Kelly ft. Travis Barker "papercuts"

Machine Gun Kelly teams up with Blink-182 drummer Travis Barker for a performance of "Papercuts," the lead single from his sixth studio album “Born with Horns.”
09/12/2021
Performance
07:09

Busta Rhymes Performs a Medley of His Hits with Spliff Star

Busta Rhymes, joined by Spliff Star, shows off his versatile array of hits, including "Put Your Hands Where My Eyes Could See," "Jump Jump," "Touch It" and his verse from "Look at Me Now."
09/12/2021
Highlight
00:33

Olivia Rodrigo Nabs Best New Artist

Singer-songwriter Olivia Rodrigo wins the award for Best New Artist at the MTV VMAs 2021.
09/12/2021
Performance
04:38

Alicia Keys and Swae Lee - "LALA” and "Empire State of Mind”

Alicia Keys performs her Swae Lee-backed collab "LALA (Unlocked)," then hops on the piano to salute her hometown of New York City with a rendition of "Empire State of Mind."
09/12/2021
Highlight
00:32

BTS Wins Best K-Pop

In a recorded message, BTS thank their army of fans for the resounding support as they scoop up the Best K-Pop award for their song "Butter" at the MTV VMAs 2021.
09/12/2021
Highlight
00:43

Foo Fighters Accept the Global Icon Award

While accepting the first-ever Global Icon Award, Foo Fighters thank MTV VJs and execs for being a part of their 26-year-long career as a band.
09/12/2021
Performance
05:06

Foo Fighters - "Learn to Fly," "Shame Shame" and "Everlong"

Global Icon Award recipients Foo Fighters rock the MTV VMAs 2021 stage with their songs "Learn to Fly," "Shame Shame" and "Everlong."
09/12/2021
Performance
03:37

Ozuna - "La Funka"

Ozuna gives a fun, lively and bear-filled performance of his song "La Funka" live at the MTV VMAs 2021.
09/12/2021
Performance
04:17

Normani - "Wild Side"

Normani shows off her show-stopping choreography during the performance of her sensual hit track "Wild Side" live at the MTV VMAs 2021.
09/12/2021
Performance
03:53

Chlöe of Chloe x Halle - "Have Mercy"

Chlöe of Chloe x Halle gives a memorable and provocative performance of her song "Have Mercy" live at the MTV VMAs 2021
09/12/2021
Highlight
01:35

Justin Bieber Is Artist of the Year

Justin Bieber wins Artist of the Year at the MTV VMAs 2021 and discusses how important it is to keep celebrating the things that mean the most to us.
09/12/2021
Performance
04:12

Doja Cat - "Been Like This" and "You Right"

MTV VMAs 2021 host Doja Cat shows off her acrobatic skills during a graceful high-wire act while singing her tunes "Been Like This" and "You Right."
09/12/2021
Performance
03:38

Shawn Mendes and Tainy - "Summer of Love"

Shawn Mendes and Tainy give fans all the feels as they perform their song "Summer of Love" live at the MTV VMAs 2021.
09/12/2021
Performance
03:32

Camila Cabello - "Don't Go Yet"

Camila Cabello is backed by a mariachi band as she performs her latest single "Don't Go Yet" at the MTV VMAs 2021.
09/12/2021
Performance
04:22

Lil Nas X and Jack Harlow - "INDUSTRY BABY" and "MONTERO"

Lil Nas X leads an epic drum line onstage at the MTV VMAs 2021 to perform "INDUSTRY BABY" with Jack Harlow and "MONTERO (Call Me by Your Name)."
09/12/2021
Performance
03:54

Ed Sheeran - "Shivers"

Ed Sheeran grabs his acoustic guitar and sings his hit song "Shivers" for an ecstatic crowd at Brooklyn Bridge Park during the MTV VMAs 2021.
09/12/2021
Performance
03:05

Twenty One Pilots - "Saturday"

Live onstage at the MTV VMAs 2021, Twenty One Pilots performs their track "Saturday," and lead singer Tyler Joseph makes a huge announcement.
09/12/2021
Performance
03:02

Kacey Musgraves - "star-crossed"

Kacey Musgraves gives a soulful performance of the title track from her fifth album "star-crossed" live at the MTV VMAs 2021.
09/12/2021
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