There were bikes on a half-pipe and glow in the dark bodies suits, but most importantly, there was time set aside to pay tribute to the incomparable Whitney Houston. John Legend and Whitney’s “Sparkle” Co-Star, Jordan Sparks, joined forces to pay homage to the greatness that was and still is Whitney Houston. The music and memories were enough to move Whitney’s daughter, Bobbi Kristina, to tears.  Following the tribute, Bobby Kristina and Pat Houston took to the stage to accept the Millenium Award on behalf of the Late Whitney Houston. Bobbi Kristina thanked the fans for all they have done for her and her family over all the years.

“I just really want to say thank you to everyone who supported us through it all, not just from when it was good, but when it was bad, to just everything. Thank you so much for showing that much love ’cause she deserved it. I’m just blessed to have been in such an incredible woman’s life. There will never be another one, ever.”

 You can watch the tribute and award acceptance below.

But The 2012 Billboard Awards weren’t just sad times. Last night gave us a lot to smile about including stunning performances from Chris Brown, Justin Beiber, Goodie Mob, Alicia Keys and Stevie Wonder, and Usher.

Chris showed his bad boy biker side and performed “Turn Up The Music” to the delight of all of the fans in attendance. He turned the stage into a half-pipe and had bikers and dancers everywhere. Watch his performance below and be prepared to enter the “Fun Zone.”

Justin Beiber lit up the stage with his performance of “Boyfriend.” Lots of lighting effects were used to transform the set into a colorful playground. Dancers dressed in glow in the dark suits only added to the fun. It looked like everyone had a great time, even the crowd. Watch his performance below.

Usher had us all seeing double with his performance of “Scream.” A body double appeared midway through his performance and it reminded us all of a Gene Kelly performance. Watch below and see if it makes you scream.

In addition to the larger than life performances, a lot of Hip-Hop and R&B stars won big awards as well last night. Here’s a Winner Recap just in case you missed it.

Top New Artist
Wiz Khalifa

Top Male Artist
Lil Wayne

Top Female Artist
Adele

Top Duo/Group
LMFAO

Top Billboard 200 Artist
Adele

Top Hot 100 Artist
Adele

Top Digital Songs Artist
Adele

Top Radio Songs Artist
Adele

Top Social Artist
Justin Bieber

Top Streaming Artist
Rihanna

Top Digital Media Artist
Adele

Top Pop Artist
Adele

Top R&B Artist
Chris Brown

Top Rap Artist
Lil Wayne

Top Billboard 200 Album
Adele, 21

Top Pop Album
Adele, 21

Top R&B Album
Beyoncé, 4

Top Rap Album
Lil Wayne, Tha Carter IV

Top Hot 100 Song
LMFAO Feat. Lauren Bennett & GoonRock “Party Rock Anthem”

Top Digital Song
LMFAO Feat. Lauren Bennett & GoonRock “Party Rock Anthem”

Top Radio Song
Pitbull Feat. Ne-Yo, Afrojack & Nayer “Give Me Everything”

Top Streaming Song (Audio)
Adele “Rolling in the Deep”

Top Streaming Song (Video)
Nicki Minaj “Super Bass”

Top Pop Song
LMFAO Feat. Lauren Bennett & GoonRock “Party Rock Anthem”

Top R&B Song
Kelly Rowland Feat. Lil Wayne “Motivation”

Top Rap Song
LMFAO Feat. Lauren Bennett & GoonRock “Party Rock Anthem”

Top Alternative Song
Adele “Rolling In The Deep”

Top Dance Song
LMFAO Feat. Lauren Bennett & GoonRock “Party Rock Anthem”