Taylor Swift's opening performance featured a wonderland inspired theme as well a British impersonation leaving many to wonder if it was a sly dig at ex Harry Styles.
Rihanna performed new single "Stay", with a music video for the song expected to drop this week on MTV.
Maroon 5 began their performance with a rendition of "Daylight" before assisting Alicia Keys in her hit ballad, "Girl on Fire".
Also making a huge splash this year was Carrie Underwood, whose visually dazzling dress accompanied her smooth vocals.
