Grammys 2012: Bruno Mars Performs "Runaway Baby" (VIDEO)

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Bruno Mars kicked off the Grammys with a bang!

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The singer, who is up for six Grammy nominations, including Album of the Year, opened up the 2012 Grammys by performing a stirring version of the Doo-Wops & Hooligans standout, "Runaway."

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Decked out in shiny gold suit, Bruno had the audience going nuts.

Bruno also didn’t forget to dedicate his performance to Whitney Houston.

Expect a lot of that tonight.

Check out the performance above and let us know what you think!