: Minutes into the set, White brought out N.O.R.E. (Noreaga) to perform his 2002 Neptunes-produced classic "Nothin'" , which serves as the primary sample for "Billie Eilish".
At the , Philadelphia rapper Armani White and industry legend N.O.R.E. delivered a standout "generation-bridging" performance that blended modern viral success with classic hip-hop roots . Performance Highlights : Minutes into the set, White brought out N
: During the joint performance, N.O.R.E. performed the original hook and debuted a new verse for a potential cross-generational remix of Armani's track. Context and Impact Context and Impact : Armani White opened the
: Armani White opened the set emerging from a yellow straight jacket amidst a stage filled with hazy fog and backup dancers. : Minutes into the set
: He performed his breakout viral hit, which peaked at No. 62 on the Billboard Hot 100 and amassed billions of views on TikTok.
The performance was widely cited as one of the night's best moments because it showcased how new-age TikTok stars can pay proper homage to the artists who paved the way. Armani White has previously shared that was his "hit record as a kid" and was essential to his own musical upbringing.