Kanye West had nothing to complain about Sunday, as he picked up his first-ever American Music Awards and delivered a subdued, performance of his new single, 'Heartless.'
West was a double winner, collecting awards for favorite male rap/hip-hop artist and favorite rap/hip-hop album for his CD, 'Graduation.'
It was only four years ago that West threw a tantrum when he was beaten by Gretchen Wilson for favorite new artist, The tradition of these outbursts continued until Sundays awards.
But the evening's big winner was 19-year-old Chris Brown, who grabbed three awards, including artist of the year honors.
'I would've gave it to Coldplay,' Brown announced when accepting of the night's big prize, adding 'I'm at a loss for words.'
Other double winners included Rihanna and Alicia Keys. Keys' CD, 'As I Am,' was the favorite pop/rock and soul/R&B album. Queen Latifah and opera singer Kathleen Battle joined Keys as she performed her single 'Superwoman.'
Rihanna, who wore a leather corset embellished with chains performed 'Rehab,' won favorite female artist in both the pop/rock and soul/R&B categories. Brown - her rumored boyfriend - won favorite male artist in the same categories.
The American Music Awards traditionally centers on its performances, and the show delivered with high-energy sets from Miley Cyrus, Ne-Yo and Beyonce. Christina Aguilera channeled Madonna and the New Kids On The Block channeled an earlier version of themselves as each sang their latest singles and greatest hits.
Pink's new track, 'Sober,' was introduced by an under the weather Scott Weiland. Other performces came from The Jonas Brothers, the Pussycat Dolls, Coldplay and Annie Lennox, who won the Award of Merit.
Other winners included Brad Paisley for favorite country artist, Taylor Swift for favorite female country act, and Rascal Flatts for favorite country favorite band, duo or group.
Fans chose the night's winners through online votes