The room was filled with steam during their lively performance of Booty at the American Music Awards. Iggy Azalea gave all the credit for the edginess of the performance to Jennifer Lopez. After the show, the 24-year-old rapper took to her Twitter account to express her gratitude to her fans and acknowledge J-Lo with some uniquely chosen words. Check out the video below for a recap of the performance.
Spice Level: Jennifer Lopez and Iggy Azalea recreated their famous Booty music video during their performance at the AMAs on Sunday. Iggy joked about feeling like a mess compared to J.Lo, but expressed her love for her. She also shared a funny moment when her microphone was accidentally left on during a quick costume change. Despite initial concerns, the duo kept their performance of Booty classy and respectful, leaving ABC executives pleasantly surprised. It was a great night for both artists, and Iggy thanked her fans for their support in helping her win awards.
Take a look: JLo amazed the crowd at the Nokia Theatre with her incredible dance skills.
Jennifer, at 45 years old, effortlessly contorted herself into various extraordinary poses during her performance. She started the show wearing a dazzling tuxedo-style bodysuit, showcasing her impressive dance moves and remarkable flexibility. Similar to her iconic music video for “Booty,” the singer sported wet hair on stage but opted out of using body oil this time. As the performance progressed, Jennifer stripped off her black and white outfit to unveil a stunning red bodysuit before Iggy joined her on stage. The Australian-born singer later appeared on a lower platform wearing a shimmering gold halterneck bodysuit, highlighting her beautiful blonde hair styled in a thick, bushy ponytail.
The singer rocked a wild look with her wet hair, reminiscent of her iconic style in the Booty music video.
Finding her rhythm: Jennifer rocked a stylish black and white ensemble paired with edgy fishnet tights.
The singer ended the show with a sultry performance of her hit song. Afterwards, the duo came together for some dancing, including twerking and grinding. At one point, they were seen moving closely back-to-back, rubbing against each other with their firm behinds. J-Lo received a playful spanking from her younger counterpart a few times, adding a naughty touch to their performance. Iggy eventually left the stage, leaving J-Lo to dazzle the audience with her solo dance set, wearing a sparkling jacket that added to her impressive footwork.
Bumping: The Booty partners showcased their voluptuous figures in sparkly one-piece suits.
Family-friendly: Besides J-Lo playfully tapping Iggy on her behind, the girls kept the night relatively tame.
A small gesture: Iggy couldn’t help but give Jennifer’s backside a gentle touch.
Dynamic duo: Following some individual performances, Jennifer was later joined on stage by Australian rapper Iggy, 24, who rocked a dazzling gold bodysuit.
Check out Jennifer’s impressive dance skills after exchanging dance tips with Iggy, she truly nailed it with her incredible moves.
Bootylicious! Jennifer confidently showed off her dance moves, giving her backside a fierce shake during the performance. TMZ reported that ABC had laid down some ground rules for the ladies’ show, ensuring it was appropriate for viewers. In their music video for the hit song “Booty”, which racked up an impressive 11 million views within a day, the two singers showcased their famous curves as they danced provocatively in high-cut swimsuits with glossy, wet-look hair. The track is featured on Jennifer’s A.K.A. album, which made its debut in June and saw initial US sales of 33,000 copies in the first week.
Putting in some hard work: The women were seen relaxing backstage following their show.