Taylor Swift won the top prize at the 2022 MTV Video Music Awards on Sunday, after which she made an unexpectedly significant announcement: her new album.
“I thought it would be fun to let you know that my new album will be released on October 21,” Swift stated after winning video of the year for “All Too Well: The Short Film” (10 minute version), which also won best long form video and director. “I will elaborate further at midnight.”
Swift announced on social media that her forthcoming tenth studio album will be titled “Midnights” and will feature “tales of thirteen sleepless nights spread throughout my life.” Her forthcoming album follows the release of Folklore and Evermore. The two works were released five months apart two years ago. Album of the year was awarded to “Folklore” at the 2021 Grammy Awards.
The pop artist made the announcement at the conclusion of her award speech, in which she praised the other ladies in the category, including Doja Cat and Olivia Rodrigo.
“I know with every second of this moment that without you, the fans, we would not be able to make this short film,” she stated. “Without you, I would not be able to re-record my albums. You inspired me to do so.”
Swift has previously discussed the creation of her debut short film, expressing gratitude to the project’s stars, including Sadie Sink and Dylan O’Brien.
Swift stated, “We put our entire hearts into this.”
Throughout the entire show, rapper Jack Harlow made his imprint. He began by performing inside a faux airplane while walking down the aisle and singing his hit song “First Class,” which was sampled by Fergie’s “Glamorous.” The rapper joined Fergie onstage while she performed her 2006 hit; she donned a silver garment emblazoned with the words “First Class.”
“Thank you to Fergie for coming out with me today and clearing this song,” Harlow remarked after “First Class” won the song of the summer award later in the evening. “As a result of the sampling, people do not know that this song is so hip-hop. Including Fergie in this manner means the world to me. It has come full circle. “Glamorous” was one of the most significant tunes from my youth.”
Nearly three months after the verdict in his defamation suit with his ex-wife Amber Heard, Johnny Depp made an unexpected appearance as the Moon Man during the event. The 59-year-old actor appeared to float from the ceiling while digitally inserting his face into the helmet of the iconic astronaut suit.
“And what do you know? I required the job “Depp addressed the audience in Newark, New Jersey’s Prudential Center.
Taylor Swift was up and dancing during Lizzo’s performance of her new single “2 Be Loved (Am I Ready)” Lizzo received a video for excellent award for “About Damn Time.”
Harlow’s name was called to win the first award of the evening for his guest performance on “Industry Baby” by Lil Nas X, which won for best collaboration, creative design, and visual effects. Harlow, Lil Nas X, and Kendrick Lamar all tied for the most nominations with seven apiece.
Lil Nas X stated, “This one is for the champions” before Harlow complimented him for his contribution to the chart-topping hit.
In addition to performing and collecting accolades, Harlow served as one of the show’s hosts alongside LL Cool J and Nicki Minaj.
Minaj performed a mix of the greatest singles from her career, including “Roman’s Revenge,” “Chun-Li,” “Moment 4 Life,” “Beez in the Trap,” “Anaconda,” and “Super Bass.” Following her performance, the rapper got the Video Vanguard award, which MTV says she is getting for her artistry, barrier-breaking hip-hop, and global superstar status. The award is named in honor of Michael Jackson.
Minaj paid respect to other music giants, including Michael Jackson, Whitney Houston, and Lil Wayne, during her victory speech. She discussed the significance of mental wellness.
Minaj, who later won best hip-hop for her song “Do We Have a Problem?” starring Lil Baby, stated, “I wish people take mental health seriously, even if they think they have the greatest lives.”
The winning album of the year was “Harry’s House” by Harry Styles. Due to his Madison Square Garden performance in New York, he was unable to attend the awards.
After being named artist of the year, Bad Bunny performed his smash hit “Titi Me Pregunto” at Yankee Stadium.
He stated, “I’ve been saying it for a long time, and I’ve believed from the beginning that I could become great.” “That I could become one of the world’s top stars without changing my culture, language, or lingo. I am Benito Antonio Martnez from Puerto Rico, and I appreciate you all.”
The metaverse was brought to the VMAs by Eminem and Snoop Dogg’s performance of “From the D 2 The LBC,” which appeared on Eminem’s greatest hits album “Curtain Call 2.”
After being introduced by Cheech & Chong as their “favorite band of all time,” the Red Hot Chili Peppers took the stage as the recipients of the Global Icon award. The band, composed of Anthony Kiedis, Flea, Chad Smith, and John Frusciante, performed numerous songs, including “Can’t Stop” from the group’s 2002 album “By the Way” and “Black Summer,” which won best rock.
Flea gave a speech about his affection for humans, bugs, trees, and soil. Smith, the band’s drummer, dedicated the trophy to Foo Fighters drummer Taylor Hawkins, who died earlier this year.
He stated, “I dedicate this to Taylor and his family.” “I adore them, and I miss him daily.”
Madonna, who holds the record for the most awards in MTV history with twenty, is the only artist to receive a nomination in each of the VMAs’ five decades. Madame X, her fourteenth studio album, garnered her 69th nomination.
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