So last night was the MTV Video Music Awards. Unfortunately as what is becoming the usual, it was an ADD nightmare of over the top seizure-inducing light show performances, Lady Gaga self-righteousness and a very disturbing dance medley tribute to Britney Spears (whom I love by the way) done by young girls dressed in her music video outfits. Seeing what I'm guessing was a 10-year-old in a mini-"I'm a Slave 4 U" outfit is something you can't unsee. There were a few saving graces of the show. The combined efforts of Russell Brand, Tony Bennett and Bruno Mars in tribute to Amy Winehouse was actually moving and celebrated her great talent. Britney Spears was sweet and humble accepting her Best Pop Video Award with emotion in her voice. And finally, the saving grace of the VMAs was the performance of "Someone Like You" by Adele. This performance brought me to tears and even though I'm kind of a big baby, it's not often that a musical performance does this. She proved to everyone that a truly great musical performance only takes one pure, gorgeous voice and poignant feelings behind it. Enjoy.
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