The two rappers danced to a “Gangnam Style” and “2 Legit 2 Quit” mashup/remix in what viewers and social media users consider as one of the best surprise performances in AMA history.
The 40th American Music Awards took place at the Nokia Theatre in Los Angeles on November 18. The AMAs 2012 recognizes the most popular artists and albums this year.
Here’s a complete list of American Music Awards (AMAs) 2012 winners:
- Artist of the Year: Justin Bieber
- Old Navy New Artist of the Year: Carly Rae Jepsen
- Pop/Rock Male Artist: Justin Bieber
- Pop/Rock Female Artist: Katy Perry
- Pop/Rock Band/Duo/Group: Maroon 5
- Pop/Rock Album: Believe - Justin Bieber
- Country Male Artist: Luke Bryan
- Country Female Artist: Taylor Swift
- Country Band/Duo/Group: Lady Antebellum
- Country Album: Carrie Underwood
- Rap/Hip-Hop Artist: Nicki Minaj
- Rap/Hip-Hop Album: Pink Friday: Roman Reloaded - Nicki Minaj
- Soul/R&B Male Artist: Usher
- Soul/R&B Female Artist: Beyoncé
- Soul/R&B Album: Talk That Talk - Rihanna
- Alternative Artist: Linkin Park
- Adult Contemporary Artist: Adele
- Latin Artist: Shakira
- Contemporary Inspirational Artist: tobyMac
- Electronic Dance Music: David Guetta
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