We just wanted to take this post out to congratulate the BET Network for finally finding the right formula to produce an entertaining and well organized award show. Keeping in tradition, the show clocked in a 3+ hour runtime but that was okay because the performances were brilliant with the exception of maybe 1 or 2. Kanye West’s performance was filled with egoism but more importantly, power.
Fast forward to Chris Brown’s Michael Jackson‘s tribute performance and the guy displayed his admiration for Jackson the best way he could, his dance moves. Brown did eventually break down into crying making him unable to get through his cover of “Man On the Mirror.” Many people had negative comments for the young entertainer but it was a great moment; it completely showed how gracious and grateful Chris brown was for the opportunity.
It was also nice to see El Debarge return to the stage; jamming to the old school hits was so nostalgic. Accompanying that greatness was Prince, receiving his Lifetime Achievement Award. With the help of the amazing Janelle Monáe, Esperanza Spalding, Alicia Keys and Patti Labelle to cover some of Prince’s hits and Prince’s so humble yet icon exuding speech, it was 20 minutes of good television.
The night was filled with other great moments: performances, acceptance speeches, deserving award winners. The atmosphere was just drenched in happiness and positivity, good job BET.
