What song, released on September 12, 2008, was sung by the artist interrupted by rapper Kanye West at the 2009 MTV Video Music Awards.
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Taylor Swift videography American singer-songwriter Taylor Swift has released four video albums and has appeared in thirty-eight music videos, five films and three television shows. From her eponymous debut album (2006), she released music videos for the singles "Tim McGraw", "Teardrops on My Guitar", "Our Song", and "Picture to Burn", all directed by Trey Fanjoy and released from 2006–08. For the second of these, she earned an MTV Video Music Award for Best New Artist nomination. She followed with three other music videos in 2008—"Beautiful Eyes" from her extended play of the same name, "Change" from the "AT&T Team USA Soundtrack" and "Love Story" from her second album "Fearless" (2008). The latter was nominated for two awards at the 2009 CMT Music Awards—Video of the Year and Female Video of the Year. For the video of "You Belong with Me" she won Best Female Video at the 2009 MTV Video Music Awards. During her acceptance speech, she was interrupted by rapper Kanye West, which sparked controversy and received much media attention.
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Love Story (Taylor Swift song) "Love Story" is a song performed by American singer-songwriter Taylor Swift. The song was written by Swift and produced by Nathan Chapman, alongside Swift. It was released on September 12, 2008 by Big Machine Records, as the lead single from Swift's second studio album "Fearless" (2008). The song was written about a love interest of Swift's who was not popular among Swift's family and friends. Because of the scenario, Swift related to the plot of William Shakespeare's "Romeo and Juliet" (1597) and used it as a source of inspiration to compose the song. However, she replaced "Romeo and Juliet"' s original tragic conclusion with a happy ending. It is a midtempo song with a dreamy soprano voice, while the melody continually builds. The lyrics are from the perspective of Juliet.
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Rude Boy (Rihanna song) "Rude Boy" is a song by Barbadian singer Rihanna, taken from her fourth studio album, "Rated R" (2009). It was released as the album's third single on February 19, 2010, through Def Jam. Rihanna co-wrote the song with StarGate, Ester Dean, Makeba Riddick, and Rob Swire, with Swire also co-producing it with StarGate. "Rude Boy" is an up-tempo dancehall and R&B song which incorporates elements of raggamuffin. The song received mixed to positive reviews from critics; some called it is the highlight of the album, but others criticized Rihanna's "monotone" and "icy" vocal performance.
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Tik Tok "Tik Tok" (stylized as "TiK ToK") is the debut single by American recording artist Kesha. The song was produced by Dr. Luke and Benny Blanco and co-written by Kesha, Dr. Luke and Blanco. It was released on August 7, 2009, as the lead single from Kesha's debut studio album, "Animal". The opening line of the song came from an experience where Kesha woke up surrounded by beautiful women, to which she imagined Diddy being in a similar scenario. The experience triggered the writing of the song which she later brought to her producer, Dr. Luke, who was then contacted by Diddy in hopes of a collaboration; he came to the studio the same day and recorded his lines and the song was completed. According to Kesha, the song's lyrics are representative of her and based on her life; the song has a carefree message and talks about not letting anything bring you down.
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All of the Lights "All of the Lights" is a song by American rapper Kanye West, as the fourth single from his fifth studio album, "My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy" (2010). It was produced by West and features additional vocals from several other recording artists, including John Legend, The-Dream, Elly Jackson, Alicia Keys, Fergie, Kid Cudi, Elton John, Drake, and Rihanna; the latter is the only credited feature on the single.
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Heard 'Em Say "Heard 'Em Say" is a song by American hip-hop artist Kanye West. It was released on November 8, 2005 as the third single for his second studio album, "Late Registration". The song features Maroon 5 lead singer Adam Levine, who sings the chorus and bridge. West co-produced the track with Jon Brion, and it contains excerpts from "Someone That I Used to Love" as performed by Natalie Cole. The song was met by acclaim from contemporary music critics and is often seen as one of West's best. The refrain of "Heard 'Em Say" was later recycled for the Maroon 5 song "Nothing Lasts Forever" which appears on their 2007 album "It Won't Be Soon Before Long".
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In My Head (Jason Derulo song) "In My Head" is a song by American singer Jason Derulo, released as the second single from his self-titled debut studio album. It was first released via digital download on December 10, 2009. It topped the charts in Australia, Poland and the United Kingdom, and peaked within the top ten of the charts in several other countries. The song's official remix has a heavier R&B sound, and features American rapper Nicki Minaj. Derulo performed the song on the ninth season of "American Idol".
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Video Phone (song) "Video Phone" is a song by American singer Beyoncé from her third studio album, "I Am... Sasha Fierce" (2008). The track was released as the eighth single from the album. A remixed version featuring Lady Gaga was released later. Musically, the song consists of simple lyrics and hidden innuendos, with Gaga and Beyoncé trading verses with each other, in the remix. The lyrics refer to putting up a show on camera.
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Live Your Life (T.I. song) "Live Your Life" is a song by American rapper T.I., from his sixth studio album, "Paper Trail" (2008), and features Barbadian singer Rihanna. It was released as the seventh single from the album on September 23, 2008. The song is a conscious hip hop track with elements of contemporary R&B. The song's lyrics speak of T.I.'s rise to fame and optimism of the future. It also gives dedication to the American troops fighting in Iraq and Afghanistan.
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VYP (Voice of the Young People) VYP (Voice of the Young People) is the debut album by rapper Lil Mama released in April 2008, which includes the singles "Lip Gloss", "G-Slide (Tour Bus)", and "Shawty Get Loose" (featuring Chris Brown and T-Pain) and its RIAA Certifed Diamond for selling 300,000,000 worldwide. The album's fourth single, "What It Is (Strike a Pose)" was released in July 2008, replacing "L.I.F.E." Producers for the album include Cool & Dre, Scott Storch, The Runners and Dr. Luke. "VYP" debuted at number 25 on the U.S. "Billboard" 200 chart, and has since sold 66,200 copies in the United States.
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Roc Boys (And the Winner Is)... "Roc Boys (And the Winner Is)..." is the second single from Jay-Z's tenth studio album, "American Gangster". The song is produced by Diddy and two of his producers known as LV and Sean C from his production team, The Hitmen. It features additional vocals by Beyoncé, Kanye West and Cassie. The song samples "Make the Road by Walking" by The Menahan Street Band. On December 11, 2007, "Rolling Stone" named it the best song of 2007.
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2008 Teen Choice Awards The 2008 Teen Choice Awards ceremony was held on August 4, 2008 at the Gibson Amphitheatre, Universal City, California. The event was hosted by Miley Cyrus, who also performed.
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A Star Is Born (Jay-Z song) "A Star Is Born" is a song by American hip hop recording artist Jay-Z from his eleventh studio album "The Blueprint 3" (2009). The song, produced by Kanye West, Kenoe and No I.D., features a verse from American rapper J. Cole, Jay-Z's protege and the first artist to be signed to his Roc Nation label. In the song, Jay-Z recognizes rappers who have risen to fame in the last decade, such as Kanye West, Lil Wayne, T.I., Eminem and 50 Cent . Notably, Jay-Z also gives shout-outs to Mobb Deep, Nas and two artists whom he had previously insulted on his 2001 song "Takeover".
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List of Lady Gaga live performances American singer Lady Gaga has embarked on five concert tours and performed live at various award ceremonies and television shows. Gaga promoted her debut single "Just Dance" through performances at several award ceremonies and television shows, including Miss Universe 2008 and "So You Think You Can Dance". She first served as an opening act for the boy band New Kids on the Block and the girl group The Pussycat Dolls, before beginning her own headlining tour, The Fame Ball Tour, which began in March 2009 and ended in September 2009. Following the canceled tour with rapper Kanye West, Gaga embarked on her second worldwide concert tour The Monster Ball Tour. Staged in support of her extended play "The Fame Monster" (2009), the tour was critically acclaimed and grossed $227.4 million, making it one of the highest-grossing concert tours of all time. Gaga also performed songs from the album at award ceremonies—the American Music Awards of 2009, 52nd Annual Grammy Awards and 2010 Brit Awards. At the 2010 "Billboard" Touring Awards, Gaga won the Breakthrough Performer Award, as well as the Concert Marketing & Promotion Award.
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MTV Unplugged (Katy Perry album) MTV Unplugged (listed on iTunes as MTV Unplugged: Katy Perry) is an extended play (EP) and live album by American singer Katy Perry, released in the United States on November 13, 2009 by Capitol Records. After airing more than 100 "MTV Unplugged" specials, MTV wanted to bring back the series, in order to expose them to a younger generation. The channel recruited various mainstream and popular artists to perform as part of the series, including Perry, who particularly expressed interest in the idea as it would allow her to showcase herself as an artist and share the stories behind her songs.
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Give It 2 Me "Give It 2 Me" is a song by American singer and songwriter Madonna, featured on her 11th studio album "Hard Candy". It was released on June 24, 2008 by Warner Bros. Records as the second single from the album. The song was written by Madonna as an anthemic, self-manifesto song which, although it appears to be about dance and sex, is a reference to Madonna's career spanning three decades in the music industry. Musically, "Give It 2 Me" is an upbeat dance-pop song, featuring instrumentation from West African percussion and cowbells. Backing vocals are provided by Pharrell Williams.
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VH1 Storytellers (Kanye West album) VH1 Storytellers is the second live album by American hip hop recording artist Kanye West, released on January 5, 2010 by Roc-A-Fella Records and Def Jam Recordings.
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Empire State of Mind (Part II) Broken Down "Empire State of Mind (Part II) Broken Down" is a song performed by American recording artist Alicia Keys. It is an answer song to the "Billboard" Hot 100 number-one hit "Empire State of Mind" by Jay-Z, on which Keys is featured. It was only officially released in the United Kingdom as the second single from her 2009 album "The Element of Freedom" although it gained international airplay and download sales.
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Who's Real "Who's Real" is a song by American hip hop recording artist Jadakiss, released June 16, 2009 as the fourth single from his third studio album "The Last Kiss". The song features guest appearances from fellow American rappers OJ Da Juiceman and Swizz Beatz, the latter of whom produced the track. The single was officially released on June 16, 2009.
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Sing (Wynonna Judd song) "Sing" is a song written by Rodney Crowell and recorded by American country artist, Wynonna Judd. The song was the second single released from her 2009 studio album, "." After failing to chart on the "Billboard" Hot Country Songs chart, the song was given several electronic dance remixes, and sent to dance radio where it peaked at number 4 on the Hot Dance Club Songs chart in August 2009.
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No Worries (Lil Wayne song) "No Worries" is a song by American hip hop recording artist Lil Wayne, released on September 3, 2012, as the second single from his tenth studio album, "I Am Not a Human Being II". It features vocals from Detail and was produced by Detail himself, along with Dre Moon, Brian Soko and Rasool Ricardo Diaz.
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Overnight Celebrity "Overnight Celebrity" is the second single from Twista's 2004 album "Kamikaze". The song was produced and features uncredited vocals by Kanye West. It contains a sample of the Aaliyah song "Are You That Somebody". The song reached number six on the "Billboard" Hot 100 on May 11, 2004.