Shawn Mendes Leaves Audiences Awestruck With Performance of ‘Wonder’ at the 2020 AMA’s
At this year’s American Music Awards, Shawn Mendes left audiences in awe with a stunning performance of his hit single “Wonder.”
The single comes from Mendes’ upcoming album Wonder that will be available on December 4. This album will be Mendes’ fourth studio album in two years since the self-titled record, Shawn Mendes.
The performance began with Mendes surrounded by a homey aesthetic filled with vintage and neutral-hue motifs. The singer-songwriter drew the viewers in as he softly played the piano. As the song progressed, Mendes wondered about the stage showcasing a pensive-laden ambiance.
Sitting here wondering why that @ShawnMendes performance had to end. 😭 #AMAs pic.twitter.com/E3aAWn9Yye
— American Music Awards (@AMAs) November 23, 2020
As the artist sat upon a vintage leather sofa, a guitar stood beside him, alluding to his escape through music. Surrounded by piles of books and a dimmed ambiance, Mendes sings, “And I wonder if someday you’ll be my side / Tell me that the world will end up all right.”
Speak your mind and don’t filter how you feel. Tell us your favorite part of @ShawnMendes #AMAs performance using GIFs from https://t.co/hfET9JEEm0! @GIPHY
— American Music Awards (@AMAs) November 23, 2020
We’ll start: pic.twitter.com/boNgUpKTD9
As the song entered its second chorus, Mendes exited the set stage into the Microsoft Theater’s empty floor seats. The artist’s emotions and excitement visibly bled through our screens as he vocalized and ran up to the second stage. Here, Mendes joined his band as bright, flashing lights filled the dark backdrop. Along with this, fog effects added to the wonder-driven performance.
Throughout the performance, Mendes demonstrated to the many viewers at home the undeniable talent he holds.
shawn mendes means safe place.🏡🌎 #AMAS pic.twitter.com/giwPfyabDe
— liv 🐸 in wonder (@wondertiana) November 23, 2020
Fans took to Twitter to express their support and excitement for Mendes’ outstanding performance.
Did you see how quiet Shawn was at the piano and then he ran on stage and started dancing and the high note? GOD THE POWER THAT SHAWN MENDES HANDLES I CANNOT #AMAs pic.twitter.com/k6o323jNHa
— wonder✨🧚🏼♂️🤍 (@_fabiolacardona) November 23, 2020
Be sure to follow Mendes on Twitter and Instagram for upcoming music and album release on December 4. If you missed the American Music Awards, visit the ABC Channel website for performance clips and more.