VIDEO: 2009 MTV VMA Performances

Michael Jackson Tribute: The spectacular opening of the 2009 MTV Video Music Awards pays tribute to legendary entertainment icon Michael Jackson with a special appearance by his sister, Janet Jackson.


Lady Gaga - "Paparazzi (Live)": The enigmatic Lady Gaga brings her single 'Paparazzi' to Radio City Music Hall ... and to a bloody climax!



Beyoncé - "Single Ladies (Live)": Beyoncé performs her smash hit 'Single Ladies (Put A Ring On It)' live on the VMAs stage at Radio City Music Hall -- and brings the audience to its feet.


P!nk - "Sober (Live)": Pop-rocker P!nk flips and flies from a trapeze for her performance of 'Sober', high atop the VMAs stage at Radio City Music Hall. Good thing that heart is stuck on tight!


Jay-Z - "Empire State Of Mind (Live)": Alicia Keys joins Jay-Z for his 2009 MTV VMA finale performance of 'Empire State Of Mind' on stage at Radio City Music Hall. Lil Mama runs on stage at around 5:00!



"Taylor Swift - You Belong With Me (Live)": Country pop star Taylor Swift goes underground to the Times Square subway station to perform her smash hit single, 'You Belong With Me.'


Green Day - "East Jesus Nowhere (Live)": Rock mainstay Green Day performs 'East Jesus Nowhere' on the VMAs stage at Radio City Music Hall -- and brings a horde of fans onstage.


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