Ariana Grande received an award and a standing ovation, all in one night.
The 20-year-old singer and Nickelodeon star received thunderous applause for her stripped-down performance of her song "Tattooed Heart," from her "Yours Truly" album at the 2013 American Music Awards on Sunday.
Among those to stand and applaud the young songstress were artist Lady Gaga and singer Ciara. MTV News compared Grande's performance to Motown favorites such as Gladys Knight and the Pips.
She also took home the honor of "Best New Artist" at the 2013 American Music Awards. The award is the first for the platinum-selling singer.
"Oh My God, I'm so nervous. Thank you so much. This is for my fans," the singer said during her acceptance speech. "I have the most loving, supporting fans in the world and I love them so much. Thank you to the AMAs for nominating me."
The singer also turned to social media to thank her fans.
That was the most nerve wracking thing ever and I haven't had access to my phone all day but hi y'allllll love u I'm so nervous! u watching?
— Ariana Grande (@ArianaGrande) November 25, 2013
Monte Lipman, Founder and Chairman of REPUBLIC RECORDS, who singed Grande, said he was blown away by the singer's talents.
"When I first met Ariana, I was blown away by her extraordinary talent, passion for music, and burning competitive spirit," he said. "It really comes as no surprise that she would be recognized as 'Best New Artist' for 2013. We are all so proud of her and this historic achievement."
Grande's "Yours Truly" debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard top 100, the first for a female artist since Jan. 2010, according to Yahoo Finances. The album also hit No. 1 on iTunes Overall Albums Chart and the Digital Albums Chart
