The 10 Best Billboard Music Awards Performances

The 10 Best Billboard Music Awards Performances

Nelly, 2004

"N Dey Say"

After helping put St. Louis hip-hop on the map, Nelly helped bring some sharp storytelling to the 2004 Billboard Music Awards. During his performance of "N Dey Say," Nelly sat on a stool and recounted stories of single mothers, homeless men and street hustles that were played out by actors next to him. The payoff? A unified group clapping along to the beat at the end.