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Pitt Bull Talking about his 2011 American Music Awards performance with Jennifer Lopez. The rapper recalled an unexpected moment during the performance when Lopez’s choreography brought the two artists into close contact on stage.
Pitbull remembers Jennifer Lopez assaulting him during 2011 American Music Awards performance
Pitbull recalled the moment while answering questions at Billboard Latin Music Week in Miami on Wednesday. according to tmzThe rapper said he became “excited” when Lopez started complaining against him during the performance. Lopez performed “Until It Beats No More,” “Papi,” and “On the Floor” at the 2011 American Music Awards, with Pitbull joining her.
The performance has continued to attract attention over the years, with fans re-watching clips of the choreography on social media. The footage shows the two artists performing together during “On the Floor”, one of their most recognizable collaborations.
“On the Floor”, released in February 2011, became a major hit for Lopez. The song featured Pitbull and contained elements from the 1989 song “Lambda”. According to CBS News, it debuted at number 9 on the Billboard Hot 100, which at the time was Lopez’s highest debut on the chart since 2003.
The pair continued to collaborate, including “Drinks for You (Ladies’ Anthem)”, released in 2012. They also collaborated on “Dance Again” and “Live It Up”, known for their energetic performances and dance-pop collaborations.
Apart from their musical work, the two have maintained a friendship over the years. Lopez has previously praised Pitbull’s professionalism and influence on his career. The feeling has been mutual. According to E! News, during a 2016 interview CBS’s The TalkPitbull called Lopez his “angel” and credited her with “opening a lot of doors” for him.
On The Wendy Williams Show in 2014, Lopez described her relationship with Pitbull, saying, “He’s like a brother to me.”