American Music Awards

Rihanna's 2013 American Music Awards performance had more of a historical significance. She was the first recipient of the Icon Award in the ceremony's 40-year history. The 'Unapologetic' singer was honored for selling 50 million albums, at least three times more in digital sales and being the "voice of a generation."

At 25 years of age, it’s amazing that Rihanna is being called an icon. At the 2013 American Music Awards Sunday night (Nov. 24), the R&B superstar received the first-ever Icon Award for trailblazing career in music.

Pitbull wasn't just the host of the 2013 American Music Awards Sunday night (Nov. 24). Because being the life of the party is just what he does, Pitbull decided to get on stage to perform his most recent hit, 'Timber.' Kesha came onstage to perform her part of the song.

Picture Ariana Grande as performer in a smoky New York club in the 1920's, and you get the overall vibe of her 2013 American Music Awards performance. The 'Yours Truly' songstress performed the doo-wop referencing 'Tattooed Heart' for the concert's second performance.

Although 'Suit & Tie' and 'Mirrors' off 'The 20/20 Experience' were the bigger hits, Justin Timberlake chose to perform one of the non-singles from the sequel at the 2013 American Music Awards.

Macklemore and Ryan Lewis were big winners at the 2013 American Music Awards Sunday night (Nov. 24) in Los Angeles. The Seattle rap duo won a trophy for Favorite Album - Rap/Hip-Hop for their critically acclaimed album, 'The Heist.'

Justin Timberlake won the first award of the night at the 2013 American Music Awards Sunday (Nov. 24) in Los Angeles. The 'Suit & Tie' singer nabbed the Favorite Male Artist — Pop/Rock trophy.

Macklemore & Ryan Lewis have been unstoppable this year. The Seattle duo have garnered six nominations for the 2013 American Music Awards, including Artist of the Year, New Artist of the Year and Favorite Rap/Hip-Hop Album for 'The Heist.'