Katy Perry. AP
NEW YORK—Katy Perry’s “Firework” had enough sparks to claim a leading nine MTV Video Music Award nominations, including video of the year.
Perry — who hosted the network’s Wednesday night special announcing the nominations — was also nominated for best female video for “Firework,” as well as best pop video for “Last Friday Night (T.G.I.F.).”
Adele tied Kanye West with seven nominations. The best-selling British diva will compete with Perry for top video with “Rolling in the Deep.” Others in the category include the Beastie Boys for “Make Some Noise”; rapper Tyler, the Creator for “Goblin”; and Bruno Mars for “Grenade.”
Mars was nominated for four Moonman trophies. Other multiple nominees include Lady Gaga, Beyonce and Eminem.
The VMAs are scheduled for August 28 in Los Angeles and will air live.