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The MTV Video Music Awards (VMAs) felt like a fever dream, and let me tell you, there was nothing like living the chaos in real life. The energy was wild from the second we got into the arena. The looks were next-level, the crowd was screaming, and every single performance was a main character moment.
From Ariana Grande and Sabrina Carpenter being in the same room, to moments where the entire room falls silent. This VMAs felt like a shift in the music industry, and Just N Life experienced it firsthand.
KATSEYE Makes History: First Moon Person Win at the VMAs
KATSEYE made history last night, holding up their first-ever Moon Person trophy for their PUSH Performance of the Year award. Seeing them together felt extremely surreal. The photo launched said everything about their energy and the chemistry between them. This was a huge “we did it” moment after a year of debut hustle.
KATSEYE in a new photo holding their first ever Moon Person trophy for the PUSH Performance of the Year award at the #VMAs. pic.twitter.com/uIH9FiJi7U
— KATSEYE BASE (@KATSEYEBASE) September 8, 2025
Sabrina Carpenter Wins Big: “Best Album” for ‘Short n’ Sweet’ at the VMAs
Seeing it with my own eyes was insane, Carpenter walked onto stage and the whole venue lit up, When her name was called for best album, you could feel the shock and excitement radiating off of her. The crowd was in awe seeing her custom bodice gown as she accepted her award. Following a year of hits and almost everything she did going viral, it seemed fitting to see her victory in person.
Sabrina Carpenter accepting “Best Album” for ‘Short n’ Sweet’ at the #VMAs. pic.twitter.com/d6PoMyXNsg
— Pop Crave (@PopCrave) September 8, 2025
Carpenter’s performance was a full-on tribute to Britney Spears, and it wowed viewers from start to finish. She came out in a glitzy outfit, channeled the pop princess attitude, and even ate the iconic dance moves. The energy was electric, and you could feel the Spears influence all over the stage.
this is THE sabrina carpenter photo #VMAs pic.twitter.com/HU3hOSSfYP
— bibs ☾🐾 (@filmenchante) September 8, 2025
Ariana Grande’s VMA Speech Was Peak Pop Culture
Grande did exactly what she was supposed to do, accepting her VMA for Best Pop with a speech that felt extremely grounded yet emotional.
The moment Grande said “Thank you to my therapists and gay people, I love you,” the crowd went wild. Nobody else could be that honest, iconic, and wholeheartedly themselves. You could feel the energy in the room when she entered the stage. It was playful, relatable, and proof that Grande knows exactly who her fans are.
“Thank you to my therapists and gay people, I love you.”
— Pop Base (@PopBase) September 8, 2025
— Ariana Grande while accepting Best Pop at the #VMAs. pic.twitter.com/i6ha5VNt3g
Lady Gaga Wins Artist of the Year at the VMAs
When they announced Lady Gaga as Artist of the Year, no one was surprised. Nobody can bring the outfits, the drama and the vocals quite like Gaga. She owned every performance this year and reminded everyone why she’s still that girl. Seeing her take the stage, Moon Person in hand, was a real reminder that pop legends don’t just last, they keep evolving.
My paws are UPPPPP for #VMA Artist of the Year, @ladygaga! pic.twitter.com/fQQaedmSXa
— MTV (@MTV) September 8, 2025
ROSÉ Makes VMAs History as First K-Pop Artist to Win Song of the Year
ROSÉ’s name was called for Song of the Year, and it officially changed MTV’s history. You could feel how much it meant, not just for her but for K-Pop as a whole. It was the first time a K-Pop artist has ever taken home this award. The energy was wild and ROSÉ looked stunned and so grateful, thanking her fans and her team with a big, emotional smile.
ROSÉ becomes the first K-Pop artist to win Song of the Year at the #VMAs. pic.twitter.com/U14EcbOgqz
— Pop Base (@PopBase) September 8, 2025
After accepting her award it was only right for Grande herself to highlight the moment.
ROSÉ AND ARIANA GRANDE #vmas pic.twitter.com/0mCnHL3KRP
— ໊ (@buffys) September 8, 2025
LISA Sets Record with Third ‘Best K-Pop’ Win at the VMAs
That wasn’t it for the K-Pop group, LISA made history last night, becoming the first soloist to win ‘Best K-Pop’ at the VMAs three times. Watching her walk the stage again for the third time was insane, and you could tell she knew how big this was. It’s a win for the whole K-Pop community. It’s official, she’s in her own lane now. Three times is not luck, it’s a legacy.
#LISA is the first soloist to win 'Best K-Pop' at the #VMAs three times. pic.twitter.com/Oqy1T34MPB
— chart data (@chartdata) September 7, 2025
Mariah Carey and Ariana Grande Share a Heartfelt VMA Moment
Mariah Carey and Grande had one of the most genuine moments of the night. You could feel the love between them as they hugged on stage, both showing love with respect and excitement. Seeing two generations of amazing vocalists finally connect in person made the whole room go quiet for a second.
MARIAH GOING BACK TO GIVE ARI A REAL KISS IS SOOO CUTE LMAOOO😭😭😭 #VMAs pic.twitter.com/x6YeNoL6Iz
— 𝗱𝗮𝗻𝗻𝘆🫧💚 (@beyoncegarden) September 8, 2025
Tyla Wins Best Afrobeats for ‘PUSH 2 START’
Tyla took home the VMA for Best Afrobeats with “PUSH 2 START” and the reaction was huge. Her win had the crowd hyped and showed how far Afrobeats has come in the mainstream. She’s raising the bar and making history at the same time.
‘PUSH 2 START’ by Tyla wins the #VMAs award for Best Afrobeats. pic.twitter.com/509liEOIxP
— Pop Base (@PopBase) September 7, 2025
Doja Cat Opens the Show with ‘Jealous Type’
Doja Cat’s amazing performance of “Jealous Type” kicked off the VMAs. The arena’s energy exploded the second she stepped onto the stage. With her lighting, her costume, and her control of the crowd, Doja Cat demonstrated why she is still one of the most iconic names in pop culture.
Doja Cat kicks off the #VMAs with a performance of ‘Jealous Type.’ pic.twitter.com/YicAF6l0xM
— Pop Base (@PopBase) September 8, 2025
JNL left the arena buzzing with excitement, ready to capture every moment and relive it with the N Crowd. If this is what award season is going to be like, we’re here for it every time.
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