01
T Murda’s Cardi B. Impression
Tracee Ellis Ross kicked off her second year hosting the show with a dance medley that featured music from The Carters, Donald Glover, Ciara, and the “Be Careful” rapper. The proud member of “Bardi Gang” even wore a logo-covered jacket from Dapper Dan’s collaboration with Gucci and an iced out grill during the performance. Talk about attention to detail!
02
A Proper Aretha Franklin Tribute
After the VMA’s disastrous attempt to give the late Queen of Soul her just due we were all a little frightened about another mainstream production celebrating our dearly departed auntie. Luckily somebody pulled the producers to the side and set them straight. Gladys Knight was joined by Ledisi, Donnie Mcclurkin, Mary Mary and Cece Winans, on her journey to the altar and we were glad to be along for the ride.
04
Cardi B.’s Clapback
Never one to ignore the haters, Cardi once again interrupted her moment to toss an “I told you so” towards the naysayers who thought her career would be canceled once she got pregnant. Isn’t it nice to have something you can always count on?
07
Missy Elliott. Enough Said.
From her Gucci sweatsuits and hoop earrings to her blinged out nails and four finger rings, there’s nothing quite like the Black girl magic of Missy “Misdemeanor” Elliott, and she reminded us of that when she reunited with Ciara on stage.
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