Thu Sep 12 01:31:10 UTC 2024: ## Katy Perry Takes Flight at VMAs, Celebrates Career with Futuristic Medley and Vanguard Award
Katy Perry soared to new heights at the 2024 MTV Video Music Awards, delivering a vibrant and futuristic medley of her greatest hits as she was honored with the coveted Video Vanguard Award. The performance, a celebration of her journey from pop princess to seasoned artist, featured a mix of her iconic tracks and new music from her upcoming album “143”.
The show opened with a montage of Perry’s most memorable music videos, setting the stage for her entrance floating in the center of a circular stage as she performed “Dark Horse” in a futuristic, alien-like outfit. She continued to fly around the crowd, landing only for choreography as she transitioned into “E.T.”, aligning with the VMAs’ space theme.
Joined by Doechii, Perry debuted their new single, “I’m His, He’s Mine,” from atop a futuristic clear stage. Doechii’s catchy rap verse and twerking alongside Perry ignited the crowd, culminating in a near-kiss between the two.
Perry then took the audience on a trip down memory lane, recreating her iconic 2015 Super Bowl halftime show moment with a performance of “California Gurls”. She continued her hits with “Teenage Dream” and “I Kissed a Girl”, accompanied by a rock band reminiscent of her Warped Tour days, before slowing things down with a heartfelt rendition of “Firework”, featuring drone-controlled blue butterflies.
In an emotional acceptance speech, Perry thanked MTV, her team, family, and fans, including the LGBTQ community, for their unwavering support throughout her career. She highlighted the importance of staying true to oneself and art, urging artists to prioritize their mental health and “touch grass”.
Her performance concluded with “Lifetimes” as Perry strutted through the crowd, holding a giant blue butterfly.
Perry’s husband, Orlando Bloom, introduced her, expressing his love and admiration for the global superstar and mother. The two shared a sweet kiss as Taylor Swift, Perry’s former rival turned friend, clapped from the audience.
Perry’s Vanguard Award, a testament to her enduring impact on pop culture, comes a week before the release of her sixth album “143,” featuring collaborations with Kim Petras, Doechii, and 21 Savage.
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