Grammys 2012: Show-stopping performances

The Beach Boys in their first performance together in more than 20 years, The Boss on stage, Paul McCartney, Adele, Katy Perry, Alicia Keys, Rihanna and Chris Brown - the Grammys this year witnessed some unforgettable moments - including the poignant tribute to Whitney Houston by Jennifer Hudson.

The Boss on the stage! Bruce Springsteen opened the Grammy Awards with the song We Take Care Of Our Own.

Rihanna set the temperature soaring in hotpants.

The singer also performed with Coldplay.

Sir Paul McCartney sang My Valentine. Grammy moments are made of these...

Sir Paul McCartney shakes a leg on stage.

Jennifer Hudson paid a heartfelt and flawless tribute to Whitney.

Katy Perry debuted her new song Part of Me at the Grammys.

The scene-stealer: Katy Perry

The big winner of the night, Adele, sang Rolling in the Deep on stage.

Nicki Minaj takes to the stage.

Her antics left the audience awestruck.

The Beach Boys played their landmark hit, Good Vibrations.

Taylor Swift performs on stage.

Dave Grohl of Foo Fighters rocked the stage.

Bruno Mars performed to Runaway Baby.

Alicia Keys and Bonnie Raitt paid a tribute to Whitney Houston and Etta James.

Chris Brown shows some style on stage.

Jason Aldean and Kelly Clarkson perform at the Grammys.