"Wake Me Up When September Ends"??? Not If You Want to Be an Entertainer
VMA 2025 Nominations Reveal What Real Performers Stand For
That old Green Day lyric might feel tempting—especially as September promises a whirlwind of activity. But if you're an entertainer with skin in the game, there’s no snoozing allowed.
This year’s MTV VMAs, airing September 7 live from UBS Arena, don’t let anyone sleep on you. Hosted by LL Cool J and featuring living legends and fresh stars alike, this year’s nominees are proof that true entertainment requires momentum, presence, and that sprinkle of magic that only the stage can bring.
VMA 2025: The Honchos of the Nominations
Topping the charts:
- Lady Gaga leads the pack with 12 nods, for hits like “Die With a Smile” and “Abracadabra.”
- Bruno Mars follows with 11 nominations.
- Kendrick Lamar rounds out the triple-digit crowd with 10 nominations.
Other heavy-hitters include:
- ROSÉ and Sabrina Carpenter (8 each),
- Ariana Grande and The Weeknd (7 each),
- Billie Eilish (6), Charli XCX (5), and a whole lineup of stars with four—Bad Bunny, Docehii, Ed Sheeran, Jelly Roll, Miley Cyrus, Tate McRae.
What Makes You an Entertainer?
- Relentless Presence
Gaga’s third time as top nominee? She doesn’t rest—she reinvents.
Real entertainers don’t hit pause; they push continue.
- Versatility Counts
From pop to hip-hop, R&B, K-Pop, and even Country: this year has blown up with diversity and genre blending.
If your artistry fits in one box, you’re not pushing limits.
- Public Support Matters
The VMAs aren’t just insiders—it’s fan-powered. Voting is open until September 5—so your presence in the public eye isn’t optional.
KingClip’s Pep Talk (September-Ready, Not Snooze-Ready)
If you're aiming to be YOUR story, not someone else's waking dream:
- Show up. Be seen. Be unforgettable.
- Build your identity in multiple genres.
- Engage with your audience—because the spotlight looks different when it's shared.
September’s about action, not snoozing. If you’re going to wake at all, wake your own stage.
