Jack Harlow has stated he's “hungry” and “targeted” forward of the MTV VMAs the place he's vying for a number of the prime prizes.
The Kentucky rapper, 24, was among the many first on the purple carpet exterior the Prudential Centre in Newark, New Jersey.
He's additionally presenting the present, which celebrates one of the best music movies with its coveted “Moonman” astronaut trophies, alongside hip hop stars Nicki Minaj and LL Cool J.
Through the official livestream, he stated: “I'm feeling the love. I'm in an excellent temper. I'm hungry, I'm targeted.”
Of his eight nominations on the occasion, Harlow added: “It means the world. I haven’t gained plenty of awards but. I hope to scrub up tonight and convey all of it dwelling to Kentucky.”
Requested to explain his upcoming efficiency on the occasion in a single phrase, he replied: “Unforgettable.”
Italian rock band Maneskin, who gained the Eurovision Music Contest in 2021, have been among the many early winners after scooping the off-camera finest various award.
Talking on the carpet, frontman Damiano David was requested if that took the stress of them and joked: “It makes it simpler!”
Bassist Victoria De Angelis added: “I feel crucial factor for us is in fact the efficiency and to provide our greatest. An awesome efficiency is what we're aiming for.”
Taylor Swift additionally made a shock look, posing for the cameras sporting a jewel-encrusted mini-dress.
Her arrival was met with screams and chants of “Taylor, Taylor, Taylor!” from the group.
Brazilian singer and actress Anitta stated all of her dwelling nation was speaking concerning the occasion.
About her efficiency throughout the principle present, she added: “I really feel like it's a World Cup and I'm about to play a sport.”
On the carpet, Snoop Dogg, who's performing alongside Eminem, stated: “I really feel good to be right here and to nonetheless be appreciated and beloved after so a few years, to have a correct presentation on stage, to have the ability to carry out.
“To have the ability to simply come out right here and benefit from the night, as a fan and a performer.”
Harlow walked the carpet sporting a Hermes swimsuit whereas LL Cool J appeared to take inspiration from bike tradition with a leather-based jacket.
Lizzo made an entrance sporting a blue-black Jean Paul Gaultier robe and copious gold jewellery together with a big lip ring.
Different stars who made an look forward of the ceremony included Okay-pop woman group Blackpink, R&B singer Khalid and rising music star Tate McRae.
Harry Types, Adele and Ed Sheeran are among the many British stars in rivalry for the highest awards.
They face competitors from US heavyweights together with Billie Eilish, Harlow and Lil Nas X on the annual ceremony.
Types, Harlow and Doja Cat are the three frontrunners at this yr’s occasion, with eight nominations every, carefully adopted by Drake, Kendrick Lamar and Lil Nas X, with seven.
Former One Path star Types is up for prime awards together with artist of the yr, finest album for his newest launch Harry’s Home, and video of the yr for As It Was.
The 28-year-old megastar takes on fellow Briton Sheeran for artist of the yr, in an American dominated class, which additionally consists of Drake, Unhealthy Bunny and Lizzo.
Harry’s Home comes up in opposition to Eilish’s Happier Than Ever, Drake’s Licensed Lover Boy and Adele’s high-anticipated 30 for album of the yr.
Additionally vying for the coveted video of the yr are Doja Cat, for Lady, Harlow and Lil Nas X, for Trade Child, Olivia Rodrigo, for Brutal, and Taylor Swift, for All Too Nicely (10 Minute Model) (Taylor’s Model).
The latter, which options Stranger Issues star Sadie Sink, went viral earlier this yr after followers speculated the track is predicated on Swift’s break-up with actor Jake Gyllenhaal.
Honorary awards will go to The Pink Scorching Chili Peppers, who're on account of obtain the worldwide icon award, and Minaj, who is predicted to obtain the Video Vanguard Award.