Justin Bieber + Nicki Minaj 'Beauty and a Beat' During 2012 American Music Awards Performance

First things first. The Biebs started out seated on a stool and accompanied by an acoustic guitarist, donning a tank top, backwards baseball cap, red jeans and red sneakers, to perform an acoustic version of 'As Long as You Love Me.' It was a stark, spare contrast to the rest of the night's performances, which were expansive productions complete with lots of props. It was obvious to us this was just the beginning. And it was.

[jadelecharmed]

I love how nicki leaves when her verse is over

[lauracapurso]

I love Nicki Minaj so much that I had a Nicki Minaj birthday

[Diegouskiii]

Miss this Justin. He gave his 100% in every performance. But I'll always support him! BelieberBoy since 2009!

[Villytake]

He was 18 here!!! He is a young legend he’s been in the industry for so long, I feel bad

[hector]

Nicki ate the entire performance she's so iconic

[rebeccacruz]

I miss these good old days, I just noticed nickis part was so short lol

[rainaoliver]

When he made that big sean rap verse into a song I died then and I die now

[hipolita]

Who comes back to Justin bieber lives bc its the most thing that reminds you of your childhood?

[JBieberGDragon-cdqh]

I am just 15 years old in this era and now I am 23 .. How time flies but still a fan of him

[aichaamkran]

i am here for Nicki greetings from morocco

[shannalilliston]

Justin is the Best live performer. You deserves more credit. He's flawless singing and dancing.

[shaziaabduljabbar]

One of the best performances of Justin! He put so much energy into his performances and I love that! ❤

[EdwardSeeber]

Beginning to end the performance AMAZING 💯 Ah! even Nicki was on stage aw I miss early 2010s

[RihannaChristina]

I miss this era of him! I think its his best album. So well produced & not too overdone. All songs are bops, great lyrics, great melodies.

[Groanola]

I love Nicki's part. Didn't care for the wig though.

[moodyteresa]

Justin grew up fast. Really love this time for him. Excellent performances!!

[gnjutsu]

The rap part in the beginning is so good

[Ash-squt]

Justin Bieber's voice is so good. He's so talented! 🤩🤩
I felt like he was 16 years old and enthusiastic!

[fannylopez]

In 2018 he might be in a different state of mind but i have to admit he’s such a great singer even though he had an ass personality at some point in his career

[joserene]

I'm here for Nicki
Queen of the rap!