Last night it was the annual MTV VMAs.

The show, held in Newark, New Jersey, and, this year, hosted by comedian, Sebastian Maniscalco, celebrates the shining stars of the music industry.

This year's show strayed away from tradition.

Not only was this year the first time that the awards have ever been held in New Jersey but, unlike last year, when the show infamously went host-less, this time, we saw Sebastian Maniscalco cracking dad-jokes and tumbleweed-inducing "safe space" jibes while presenting the ceremony to us.

Many fans didn't think that he was right for the job.

Many viewers didn't understand why he was hosting the event, and, with several of his jokes branded "tasteless," it seems like people think that he simply didn't know his audience.

His opening monologue, in particular, came under fire.

Before wrapping up his opener, the comedian mocked the current social climate. "MTV noticed that we’re living in ultrasensitive times," Maniscalco said. "If you feel triggered or you feel offended by anything I'm saying here or anything the musical artists are doing, they’re providing a safe space backstage where you’ll get some stress balls and a blankie and also Lil Nas X brought his horse which will double as an emotional support animal. If you’d like to talk to your ushers they’ll send you back to where that’s happening." And, of course, the exact people that he was targeting took to Twitter to slam the host.

But, backlash aside, we had an exciting night ahead.

We all wanted to know who would be taking home the top awards, as well as what our favorite stars would be wearing when they graced the red carpet.

On the red carpet, we were wowed by many of the top stars.

There's no better place than the VMAs to sport a head-turning ensemble - there are zero fashion rules at this awards show. From stars such as Taylor Swift and Megan Thee Stallion rocking the blazer vibe, to Lizzo's head-turning red-number, the fashion looks certainly didn't disappoint this year.

Hailed as one of the best-dressed, Zara Larsson, stole the show.

The Swedish pop powerhouse gave us major princess vibes in this floaty, pastel pink gown.

But, music-wise, it was a jam-packed evening.

With performances from long-standing talents like Taylor Swift and Miley Cyrus, and musical newcomers including Lizzo, Lil Naz X, and Ava Max, we were in for an electrifying setlist.

And, of course, we got to find out who would be bagging an award.

Pop sensation, Taylor Swift, raced ahead, taking home the award for "Best Music Music Video" and "Video For Good" for her acclaimed "You Need to Calm Down" single - praised for its trailblazing LGBTQ+ representation. But it didn't end there for the star, who also bagged the "Best Visual Effects" award for her single “ME!" ft. Brendon Urie.

It was also a good night for seventeen-year-old Billie Eilish.

The genre-defying singer won "Best Newcomer," "Push Artist of the Year," and "Best Editing" for her hit song "Bad Guy."

The "Best Pop" award went to an unlikely winner.

Jonas Brothers beat the likes of pop princess, Ariana Grande; teen sensation, Billie Eilish; Taylor Swift, and Khalid for the sought after award for their single "Sucker."

Normani and Korean pop band, BTS, also won big.

BTS, who've quickly risen to pop stardom, won "Best Band," and "Best K-Pop,"  with former Fifth Harmony member, Normani, bagging the prize for "Best R&B" for her hit single  “Waves" ft. 6LACK.

"Artist of the Year" is probably the one you've all been waiting for.

And it looks like Ariana Grande well and truly came out on top, beating the likes of Billie Eilish, Cardi B, and Shawn Mendes to be crowned artist of the year.

But it didn't stop there for the star.

It looks like the pop sensation was in for a huge winning streak last night, also taking home the awards for "Song of Summer" for her latest single, "Boyfriend," and "Best Art Direction," for her popular single "7 Rings."

Another of the night's top prizes went to Lil Naz X.

...And you probably know what for. The star won the award for "Song of the Year" for his chart-dominating "Old Town Road" Remix with Billy Ray Cyrus.

Speaking of Cyrus' ...

One of the top stories of the night involves Billy Ray's very famous daughter, Miley. She's been in the headlines a lot lately, thanks to her split from Liam Hemsworth.

Many thought that the pair were forever.

Their on-again-off-again relationship seemed like the stuff of soulmates - and many fans were truly invested in this celeb pairing.

But it seemed like it wasn't to be.

And, earlier this month, Liam took to Instagram to confirm that his marriage to Miley was over. The real cause of the break-up still isn't really known.

Although we can't imagine that this helped.

Shortly after the breakup was announced, Miley Cyrus was seen making out with reality star, Kaitlynn Carter, beachside in Italy.

Miley then took to Twitter to share her point of view.

She tried to defend her actions following the split, letting the world know that she shouldn't be vilified for her actions.

Miley also shared this on her social media.

Her release of new single "Slip Away" seemed suspiciously well-timed to some - and it was immediately associated with her split from Liam.

Internet detectives quickly got to work.

Listening to the lyrics, it seemed like there were some obvious Liam connections. "Once upon a time, it was paradise Once upon a time, I was paralyzed Think I’m gonna miss these harbor lights But it’s time to let it go Once upon a time, it was made for us Woke up one day, it had turned to dust Baby, we were found, but now we’re lost So it’s time to let it go

I want my house in the hills Don’t want the whiskey and pills I don’t give up easily But I don’t think I’m down

So won’t you slide away Back to the ocean, I’ll go back to the city lights"

We mean, c'mon!

Anyway.

Miley was in full attendance at the VMAs, looking totally stunning in the way you do after a horrific break-up.

But she wasn't just walking the red carpet.

Miley also took to the stage for her first live performance of her new song, "Slide Away."

And some fans noticed something about the performance.

It seems as though Miley made a subtle change to the song's lyrics - and many think that this may be a way to subtly reference the end of her relationship with Liam.

That's gotta hurt.

The song is supposed to end, "You're right, we're grown now." But at the end of her VMA's performance, Miley Cyrus substituted it for, "You're right, I'm grown now." Some think that this is her way of finalizing her split from Liam and establishing herself as an individual entity once more.

And that's not all Cyrus did.

She also showed up to the event with Kaitlynn Carter as her date. It seems like she's determined to prove to the world that she's not thinking about Liam right now!

But there's one thing that people agree on.

Miley's raw and emotional performance of her latest single was absolutely incredible. Hey, she's certainly found the silver lining of her heartbreak.

And many have noticed this.

Whenever Miley breaks up with Liam, the world gets some of the most intense and beautiful break-up songs of all time.

Here's the full performance.

Do you think that that lyric change was a dig at Liam? Or simply a coincidence? Either way, it's hard to deny Miley's talent. Interested in learning more about the Cyrus-Hemsworth break-up? We've got the full story below.