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Grammys 2013: Top 10 Moments From the Awards Show

2013 grammy top ten momentsKevin Mazur, WireImage

It was an exciting Grammys night! From the stars who worked it on the red carpet (we're looking at you, Carrie Underwood!) to the enthusiastic audience (could Lena Dunham be any more excited for boyfriend and fun. guitarist Jack Antonoff's wins?), we were glued to the screen. But there were definitely more than a few highlights that helped define this year's awards ceremony.

Check out our list and sound off in the comments if you agree or disagree.


1. Taylor Swift's Surprise British Accent.
Take note, Harry Styles! While opening up the Grammy Awards, Taylor Swift sung her hit "We Are Never Getting Back Together" and during the song, threw a bit of a jab at her British ex, Styles. "So he calls me up and he's like, 'I still love you,' and I'm like, 'I'm sorry, I'm busy opening up the Grammys,'" she said in the middle of the song, using a British accent. "And we're never getting back together, like, ever."

2. Carrie Underwood's Light-Up Dress.
When Carrie Underwood took the stage, we weren't sure if it was the country beauty or a life-size Barbie, complete with a battery pack. As she sung "Blown Away" and then switched to "Two Black Cadillacs" her outfit changed as well -- and different pictures and designs were projected on her white dress. As one AOL Music staffer noted, "Is she giving birth to butterflies?" or was she just auditioning to be an extra in "The Hunger Games" District 1? We're still not sure.

3. Katy Perry Introducing "Best New Artist."
While reading the nominees for "Best New Artist," the always-witty singer offered helpful advice to the would-be losers in the category. "If you don't win, don't worry. I was never even nominated in this category and I have my own eyelash line," she said as the audience laughed. Well played, Katy. Somehow though, we can't picture Hunter Hayes, Alabama Shakes, The Lumineers, or Frank Ocean (who all lost to fun.) EVER having an eyelash line.

4. Frank Ocean/Chris Brown Feud Heats Up.
Weeks after the two singers allegedly fought outside a studio, tensions still seemed to be running high at tonight's Grammys. As Ocean collected two awards -- one for "Rap/Sung Collaboration" and the other for "Best Urban Contemporary Album" (where he beat out Chris Brown) -- Chris didn't give him a standing ovation, despite the entire Staples Center audience doing so. Can't we all just get along?

5. Rihanna Performs "Stay."
Although RiRi is known for her smash club hits, she proved that even when she takes it down a notch, she can still own it. Singer Mikky Ekko joined her for the stripped down performance, a definite standout of the night!

6. JT's Retro Performance.
Nope, your TV screen didn't need to be adjusted when Justin Timberlake took the stage -- taking a cue from Bruno Mars, the singer made the telecast of his performance black and white. Jay-Z joined JT to sing their duet "Suit & Tie" and then Justin performed "Pusher Love Girl." What was the only thing missing? His curly hair! Justin debuted a new, slicked-back style. Lookin' good, J-Tims.

7. Bruno Mars' Surprise Showcase.
Bruno Mars was working it during his performance of "Locked Out of Heaven," but the song was kicked into high gear with an appearance by Sting! The two sounded spectacular together, bringing Rihanna on stage for a special tribute to Bob Marley. The audience loved it, too -- we spotted Nicole Kidman rocking out!

8. Kelly Clarkson's Touching Speech.
Kelly Clarkson gave us one more reason to love her -- her acceptance speech for "Pop Vocal Album." The "Stronger" singer admitted to the audience (and millions of viewers!) that she gets nervous speaking in front of crowds! No worries, her humble speech had us all saying "Aww" as she complimented the other singers in the category and thanked her fiance, gushing, "Thank you so much [to] my fiancé who is sexy tonight, y'all."

9. J.Lo's "Jolie" Dress.
Forget Angelina Jolie's leg -- Jennifer Lopez's high-cut dress took over at this year's Grammy Awards red carpet. When Ryan Seacrest questioned her choice despite the Grammys' strict dress code, the singer/actress replied, "They said nothing about the legs! I thought I was being such a good girl! A little shoulder and a little leg." Work it, girl!

10. Ed Sheeran's Epic Duet.
At last! Ed Sheeran teased us all last week by giving us just enough info about his much-anticipated performance with Elton John. The first-time nominee killed it on stage, duetting on his breakout hit "The A-Team" with the iconic singer-songwriter. We need this on our iPods ASAP.

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Robert

yeah please jlo take it down a notch your not as hot as u used to be.

February 13 2013 at 12:56 PM Report abuse +1 rate up rate down Reply
William Sigg

So the "Top 10 Moments from the Grammys" includes some sort of feud between Frank Ocean and Chris Brown, but no mention of the knockout performace of "The Weight" by Zac Brown, Elton John, Mavis Staples and others as a well-deserved tribute to Levon Helm. Someone has been around the music business for a very short time, or believes that rap is really "music". Just for the record, the camera shot that I saw showed 4 people out of perhaps 100 giving Frank Ocean a standing ovation. ....and his vocal performance sounded like beginners night at the karaoke bar to me. I'm confident that Mr. Ocean's best work is still to come.

February 12 2013 at 8:27 PM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
Jo Jo, sr

How the hell does JLo walk in those shoes?

February 12 2013 at 1:22 AM Report abuse -1 rate up rate down Reply
thomasgft

Musicians ..........
Strange...........

February 11 2013 at 11:03 PM Report abuse +1 rate up rate down Reply
ginnieluzo

I loved The way JLo's leg and her body made that dress look. Angelina would need to have legs like JLo's to make it look that way, no comparison, please The other beautyful girl is Beonce who also always look great. I was happy to see them both last night, otherwise the Grammys were OK, I guess ????
Ginnie

February 11 2013 at 10:50 PM Report abuse -1 rate up rate down Reply
surfactor777

U FORGOT TO MENTION/I WONDER HOW THE GREATEST BLACK SINGER OF ALL TIME FEELS ABOUT PRINCES ENTRANCE/LOOKED LIKE HE WAS FAKING BEING BLIND/IT RUINED A FANTASTIC SHOW FOR METHEN HE HIS KOOL AWESOME SELF

February 11 2013 at 9:20 PM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
Adam C. Weisel

Was their actual talent there besides the Black Keys and Mumford? I didn't watch, were The Lumineers there?

February 11 2013 at 9:04 PM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
Adam C. Weisel

Alicia Keyes shouldn't go near Maroon 5 with a ten foot pole! She may catch lack of talent and her voice may automatically get processed!

February 11 2013 at 8:54 PM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
Jennie

Adele's grammy dress reminds me of a dress my grandma use to wear.

February 11 2013 at 8:51 PM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
Mikki

I think the Alicia Keys and Maroon 5 duo was the best and made the grammys !!!

February 11 2013 at 8:45 PM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
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