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13 Hilarious Tweets That Perfectly Sum Up the VMAs

MTV Video Music Awards 2016 Reactions

13 Hilarious Tweets That Perfectly Sum Up the VMAs

MTV Video Music Awards 2016 Reactions
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This year's MTV VMAs weren't as drama-filled as last year's, but the show definitely delivered on performances and telling speeches. Between Kanye's short speech, several Olympians attending, and Beyoncé performing several of her songs from Lemonade, we won't stop talking about this year's VMA's for a while. Ahead, check out the best GIFs and other reactions from the night.

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1 When you wanted to join Ariana Grande on stage as she did Soul Cycle.

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2 When Kanye kept reminding the audience who he was.

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3 When Kim and Kanye looked at each other and you believed in love so much more.

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4 When Joanne the Scammer made the best cameo during Nick Jonas's performance.

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5 When Beyoncé took the stage and you were left breathless.

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6 When you didn't feel bad that Britney had to follow Beyoncé's performance.

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7 When you just couldn't believe how much Beyoncé slays.

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8 When you knew Britney was trying to figure out how to top Beyoncé.

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9 When you tried to remember if the VMAs actually have awards in them anymore.

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10 When Britney performed and you couldn't help but make some wrestling comparisons.

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11 When you knew you'd kiss the ground under Britney Spears forever.

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12 When you almost cried watching Drake present Rihanna with the Video Vanguard Award.

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13 When all you wanted toward the end of the day is the type of love that Drake has for Rihanna.

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