Ariana Grande and Nicki Minaj performed together at the VMAs two years ago, when “Bang Bang” was a thing. They’re naturals at this thing! So now they’re back, for the 2016 installment—introduced by Chance the Rapper.
In a move that will surely inspire people all over the world to rush out to spin class, the performance began with a spin-themed dance montage (impressive on-bike dance moves!) and shifted into Ariana and Nicki promenading past a bunch of musclebound dudes. And Nicki in all latex!
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You could go lift, brah, but you’re better off watching this instead. Watch Nicki and Ariana perform “Side by Side” together below:
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