From Billboard · Danielle Pascual,Billboard Staff · · 50s
Best VMAs Performances History
25 iconic VMAs performances critics rank.
In brief
25 iconic VMAs performances critics rank. Critics named 25 best VMAs performances including Lady Gaga's 2020 Chromatica medley. Originally reported by Billboard.
Vmas History
The annual mtv video music awards have been pop culture's biggest night for decades since 1984.
Notable Moments
Drake's 2016 love confession for Rihanna and michael jackson's 1994 kiss with lisa marie presley stand out.
Iconic Performances
Lady gaga's 2010 meat dress and other pop megastars like madonna made strong showings.
Performance Recognition
Musical acts across genres are recognized for records, albums and visual creativity at the vmas.
2020 Chromatica Medley
Lady gaga and ariana grande performed a near-10-minute medley of chromatica hits at the 2020 vmas.
Most Memorable Moment
Lady gaga's raw vocals and brain-shaped piano in her 2020 performance stood out for fans.
What it means
Critics named 25 best VMAs performances including Lady Gaga's 2020 Chromatica medley.
