MTV VMA's POLITICAL AND TRENDING TOPICS

Given the current issues arising within our society a political show was to be expected. From Kendrick Lamar’s show opening performance of DNA and Humble (backed by a gang of ninja warriors and a wall of flames) to Paris Jackson's speech, and the single from California Natives YG & Nipsey Hussle's, FDT (Fuck Donald Trump), the show was clearly engaging. 

A favorite moment of the VMA's is the high five of the year. During the performance that ruled the night with a tribute to her classics and recent single, What About Us ​P!nk was greeted by her daughter Willow Sage Hart on stage, who was given a reassuring high five by her momma. 

Upon accepting the Michael Jackson Video Vanguard Award, P!nk used the platform to share a personal story of self acceptance and self value. One topic we cannot hear enough of. 

Another powerful performance was Logic’s 1-800-273-8255, ft. Alessia Cara & Khalid, which increased call volume to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline by 50 percent. ​​

With or without politics, there's one theme that led the night. That of course is unity by the power of music. 
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Some may argue (and we totally agree), MTV's 2017 VMA's is one of their best by far of the millennium. To watch the full show, go to mtv.com. ​

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by Jessica G. Ferrer