Anitta introduced a scorching mix of glamour and rhythm to the 2024 MTV VMAs Wednesday (Sept. 11), reworking the stage into a celebration. The Brazilian celebrity dazzled in a white and metallic bodysuit paired with dishevelled pants, opening her efficiency with the premiere of “Paradise.”

The vitality surged as Fat Joe, wearing flannel and leather-based dishevelled pants, delivered dynamic flows that matched the depth of the staging. DJ Khaled, wearing black, masterfully hyped the group all through the set.

The efficiency shifted gears as Tiago PZK joined Anitta. Dressed in a glittery darkish outfit, he seamlessly laid down verses for “Alegría,” a observe that initially options Emilia. Anitta showcased her linguistic prowess by effortlessly switching amongst English, Spanish and Portuguese. The stage got here alive with 4 dancers perched atop massive blocks, enhancing the visible spectacle.

The rhythm additional intensified with “Savage Funk,” which unleashed the uncooked, highly effective sounds of baile funk, filling the world with the pulsating beats of the favelas. Anitta, in sync with a rising ensemble of dancers, displayed her signature perreo strikes, descending rhythmically to the bottom in a flurry of movement. The stage erupted into an enormous celebration of Brazilian tradition, with each beat and step.

Just moments earlier than her efficiency, Fat Joe captured the spirit of the brand new tune “Paradise.” “Nobody knows how to celebrate like Latinos,” Fat Joe instructed Billboard Español earlier within the day. “It’s about time we teamed up with Anitta and DJ Khaled on ‘Paradise’ to create a Latino national anthem.”