Pitbull is spilling the beans 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 performers into close contact onstage.
Pitbull recalls Jennifer Lopez grinding against him during their unrehearsed 2011 American Music Awards performance
Pitbull recalled the moment while answering questions at Billboard Latin Music Week in Miami on Wednesday. According to TMZ, the rapper said he got “excited” when Lopez started grinding 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 for the latter.
The performance has continued to attract attention over the years, with fans revisiting 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 incorporated elements of the 1989 song “Lambada.” According to CBS News, it debuted at No. 9 on the Billboard Hot 100, marking Lopez’s highest debut on the chart since 2003 at the time.
The pair continued to collaborate, including on “Drinks for You (Ladies Anthem),” released in 2012. They also worked together on “Dance Again” and “Live It Up,” becoming known for their energetic performances and dance-pop collaborations.
Beyond their musical work, the two have maintained a friendship over the years. Lopez has previously praised Pitbull for his professionalism and influence on her career. The feeling has been mutual. As per E! News, during a 2016 interview with CBS’s The Talk, Pitbull called Lopez his “angel” and credited her with having “opened a lot of doors” for him.
At The Wendy Williams Show in 2014, Lopez also described her relationship with Pitbull, saying, “He’s like a brother to me.”
