2018 MTV VMAs Performances: Nicki Minaj, Travis Scott, Ariana Grande, Logic & More

The 2018 MTV Video Music Awards invaded the city that never sleeps, as the VMAs took over Radio City Music Hall in New York City on Monday night (Aug. 20). Cardi B had the honor of getting the party started, opening the VMAs with a brief and hilarious monologue. The 35th annual show featured performances by Nicki Minaj, Post Malone, Travis Scott, Ariana Grande, Logic with Ryan Tedder, Shawn Mendes, Aerosmith, Jessie Reyez and more.

Jennifer Lopez received the biggest honor of the night, as the recipient of this year’s Video Vanguard award, as Cardi B leads the VMAs with 10 nominations.

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Cardi B – Opening Monologue

Logic and Ryan Tedder – “One Day”

Nicki Minaj – “Majesty,” “Barbie Dreams” & “FEFE”

Ariana Grande – “God Is A Woman”

Travis Scott & James Blake – “Stargazing,” “Stop Trying to Be God,” “Sicko Mode”

Post Malone, 21 Savage & Aerosmith – “rockstar,” “Dream On” & “Toys in the Attic”

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