Does anyone here like the to watch the MTV Video Music Awards? Sometimes called the "Oscars for Youth" they are always fun to watch. Audiences tune in to watch some of the freshest new musical talent, learn of the upcoming overnight super celebrities, watch the videos that shook the world, and let's face it, sometimes we just like to see the off-the-wall antics some of these celebrities dream up. I don't think Lady Gaga even understood why she was walking out on stage in a dress made entirely of meat, but she definitely had everyone's attention.
Last year was a pretty good show. It was hosted by writer/comedian Chelsea Handler, and the 2010 Video of the Year Award went to Lady Gaga for "Bad Romance." There were also many great performances throughout, and some of those performances made a pretty good impression and are nominees in the upcoming ceremony. There will not be a host this year, and it looks like the lineup for video of the year will be between Adele for " Rolling In the Deep," Eminem feat. Rihanna for "Love the Way You Lie," Foo Fighters for "Rope," Katy Perry for "Firework," and Lady Gaga for "Born This Way."
Interestingly the Beastie Boys are making a comeback and are going to be nominees for Best Hip-Hop Video. Running against icons such as Kanye West for "Monster," Lil Wayne for "6 Foot 7 Foot," Lupe Fiasco for "The Show Goes On," and Nicki Minaj for "Super Bass." Nominees for Best Male Video include artists Bruno Mars, Chris Brown, Eminem, Justin Bieber, and Pitbull. Best Female Video nominees include Adele, Britney Spears, Beyonce, Katy Perry, and Rihanna.
What do you guys think of this year's lineup? Anyone think they know who will take home the 2011 Video of the Year Award? Is there anyone who should have been a nominated, who isn't on the list? Is there someone who should not have been nominated?