If the Grammys producers were looking to get everyone talking, they couldn’t have chosen a better option with Lady Gaga. As the lights flashed on the stage, we see what appears to be “The Fame Factory”. As she’s boasted by her own hype man, Gaga suddenly emerges wearing a strikingly bold outfit from head to toe. The 2X Grammy Award(Best Dance Recording and Best Electronic/Dance Album) winner opens with a jazzy version of her #1 hit “Poker Face”, which later kicks back into its original form. The real treat doesn’t come in until the latter of the performance when Lady Gaga reappears on the piano with special guest Elton John. The two classically trained pianists sing back and fourth to one another covered in ashes on “Speechless” (The Fame Monster).

Beyonce in her black Atelier dress, sashayed to the stage in her Giuseppes giving audiences a rock styled performance of “If I were A Boy”. Later Knowles transitions into Alanis Morissette’s “You Oughta Know”. Knowles earns the most wins for a female tonight. Beyonce leaves the 52nd Annual Grammys with 6 awards in total: Best Female R&B Vocal Performance, Best R&B Song, Best Contemporary R&B Album, Best Traditional R&B Vocal Performance , Song of the year, and Best Female Pop Vocal Performance.

Today was indeed a fairytale for all American girl Taylor Swift. Not only did she get a chance to perform with legend Stevie Nicks, Swift also took home 4 Grammy Awards for Best Female Country Vocal Performance, Best Country Song, Best Country Album and Album of The Year.

For the fellas it was ladies man Maxwell who racked up 2 Grammys Awards for Best R&B Album and Best Male R&B Vocal Performance. Hova better known as Jay-Z claimed 3 Grammys for Best Rap Song, Best Rap Solo Performance and Best Rap/Sung Collaboration.

Popular Groups The Black Eyed Peas and Kings of Leon also were big winners at tonight’s show, earning 3 awards apiece.

Other notable performances of the night went to the Pink who went up top, David Bowie, and of course the 3-D Michael Jackson tribute where Smokey Robinson ,Celine Dion, Carrie Underwood, Jennifer Hudson and Usher took the stage. Michael’s two oldest children Prince Michael Jr. and Paris were present to accept their father’s Lifetime Achievement award.

Let the festivities begin!

Many people are aware of how important the Grammy Awards are-especially if you’re an recording artist. It’s the biggest recognition any musician can receive.

Tonight live at the Staples Sport Center in Los Angeles, California the 52nd Annual Grammy Awards is scheduled to take place. So many questions are certainly running through the mind of viewers who will tune in to tonight’s show.

What will celebrities wear on their way down the infamous red carpet? Who will have the biggest performance of the night? And the million dollar question: Which act will take home Record of the Year? Will it be Lady Gaga , Beyonce or Taylor Swift? Or could Kings of Leon or The Black Eyed Peas unexpectedly take it? Hey, anything can happen- this is the Grammys we are talking about here.

Also slated to take place at the 52nd Annual Grammy Awards is a special tribute to late legendary singer Michael Jackson.

Join Bizzom later today for our annual “Best and Worst Dressed List” and a full recap of tonight’s show.

#4 Triple threat Beyonce Knowles was an unstoppable force in ’09. Her alter ego “Sasha Fierce” introduced the world to the phenomena that was “Single Ladies”(The Dream) in 2008. But the hardworking entertainer continued her music reign in 2009 with hits “Diva” and “Halo”. A special moment would arrive for Beyonce when she was selected to perform for President Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama at the Inaugural Ball. In March, Beyonce began her lengthy “I Am..Tour”. April would see Knowles on the big screen starring in the thriller “Obsessed” alongside veterans Idris Elba and Ali Later . Later in 2009, Knowles was honored as Billboard’s “Entertainer of the Year”.

#3 Way before the VMA mishap came into the equation, Taylor Swift was already a rising star in music. The cutesy ballad “Love Story” had given Swift immediate crossover success. And it was because of “Love Story” that her sophomore album Fearless would debut at #1 the Billboard Hot 200 with high sales. The unforgettable night in September will forever be a talked about moment in TV. Thanks to West blatant outburst, Taylor Swift catapulted into even bigger fame. The American country starlet landed a gig on SNL, received her first film role(Valentine’s Day), advertised for big name companies(Guitar Hero) and swept awards up left and right. If that wasn’t already enough as it is-The 2009 “Billboard Artist of the Year” is nominated for 8 Grammys. Not bad for the Pennsylvania native.

Sunday at the 2009 VMA’s, viewers all over the globe were treated to a electrifying Micheal Jackson Tribute, 25 “Single Ladies” dancing, an awe inspiring circus performance , and who could forget the death defying performance by one of the biggest music names in ’09?

Janet Jackson opens the 2009 MTV Video Music Awards

Highlights: Janet opened the show in top form- commanding the stage as only she could. Ms. Jackson proved that age “Ain’t nothin but a numba”. The feisty Pink treated us with a nail-biting performance of the somber “Sober”, and though all I could think about was her not falling-I’m glad she was able to nail it. Not to mention she was able to stay on key-now that’s talent. Notable mentions go to Beyonce and Lady Gaga, who brought the ‘wow’ factor with their respected performances.

Beyonce performs at the 2009 MTV Music Video Awards in Radio Music City Hall

Lady Gaga sets the stage on fire at the 2009 VMAS

Negatives: The ending of Jay-Z and Alicia‘s “Empire State of Mind” was incredibly awkward. That moment was enough to give anyone second-hand embarrassment. Lil Mama’s crashed the set abruptly leaving Alicia and Jay-Z and everyone else in the audience confused. You can’t help but feel sorry for the backlash she’s receiving on Twitter-#lilmamais is one of the most popular trending topics at the moment.

Lil Mama Crashing the set of Jay-Z's VMA Performance

The talk of Radio Music City Hall went to the ever controversial Kanye West. Just as America’s Sweetheart Taylor Swift went to grab her award for Best Female Video. West interrupted what was supposed to be a special moment for Swift. I thought the comments made toward Taylor were in poor taste. Even if Beyonce didn’t win that particular category. I doubt she was upset, seeing as shes racked up several moonmen in the past.

Speaking of Beyonce- who in the end took home Video of the Year- showed what a generous human being she is, giving Taylor Swift her moment to shine in the spotlight.

The final moments of The 2009 VMA’s ended with Micheal Jackson’s trailer for the anticipated documentary “This is It”. Fans of Jackson will get to see some never before seen footage of what was supposed to be his final tour.

Overall, the 2009 VMA’s redeemed itself after several years of disappointing shows. There was controversy and memorable performances-making an overall exciting show. The women of the VMAS proved just why Sunday was Ladies Night.

Grade: B

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Images: Celebutopia

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