An old performance featuring Pitbull and Jennifer Lopez is getting renewed attention after the rapper revealed a funny behind-the-scenes story. During their 2011 American Music Awards performance of On the Floor, Lopez surprised him with a dance move that she hadn’t done during rehearsals. Pitbull, whose real name is Armando Christian Pérez, recently explained why the moment caught him off guard.

Speaking during a Q&A at Billboard Latin Music Week in Miami, Pitbull praised Lopez for her talent, hard work, and impressive career. He then recalled how she unexpectedly performed the move once the cameras were rolling, joking that he “got excited.” The audience laughed as he explained the story behind a widely shared photo showing Lopez dancing closely against him during the performance. 😂

Despite the cheeky confession, Pitbull made it clear that he appreciates his longtime collaborator. He also joked that Jennifer Lopez and Shakira owe him a Super Bowl halftime show in Miami. Their musical partnership began with Fresh Out the Oven in 2009 and continued with hits such as On the Floor, Dance Again, and Live It Up. They later reunited for the 2014 FIFA World Cup opening ceremony.

Although their stage chemistry has often caught fans’ attention, both stars have described their relationship as platonic. In a 2014 appearance on The Wendy Williams Show, Lopez compared Pitbull to a brother and said she had never been romantically interested in him. Their memorable performances continue to entertain fans, and this resurfaced story has given audiences another reason to revisit their iconic collaboration. 🎤✨