Camila Cabello, Shawn Mendes & More: What You Didn't See Backstage with Elvis Duran at Jingle Ball

Backstage at Z100’s Jingle Ball in New York City on Friday, Camila Cabello harmonized with Elvis Duran and RuPaul’s Drag Race alum Monét X Change, belting out Christmas carols for a fun segment with The CW. 

Cardi B had an action-packed Friday, appearing in court and learning about her five Grammy nods that morning, but she still managed to dazzle the Jingle Ball crowd and have fun backstage. At one point, the rapper linked up with Normani, who had just performed “Love Lies” with Khalid. Normani has been busy at work on her solo career after Fifth Harmony announced their hiatus in March. 

Standing backstage before her performance at Madison Square Garden, Meghan Trainor and her fiancé Daryl Sabara (of Spy Kids fame) had a “lovey-dovey talk and then kissed sweetly,” an onlooker tells PEOPLE: “He said, ‘I love you,’ and then she said, ‘I love you, too.'” 

Elvis Duran introduced the singer as “Grammy-nominated Shawn Mendes,” prompting the “In My Blood” singer to quip, “You’re the first one to say that, and it sounded great.” 

Elvis Duran texted Camila Cabello to hurry over to The CW’s festive gift room while he was growing impatient after her performance, but it was all worth the wait once she saw the Harry Potter-inspired Gryffindor robe he got her for Christmas. 

Elvis Duran is set to wed fiancé Alex Carr following their summer engagement, and Camila Cabello gave them the perfect gift as The CW’s cameras rolled: customized red and white mugs featuring their names. 

Discussing his great 2018 with Elvis Duran backstage, G-Eazy couldn’t help but think about what’s in store with his next album cycle. “I want to take over in 2019,” he said. “I can’t wait to put out new music. I’m excited.” But first, G-Eazy will celebrate Christmas with his mother and brother, marking the first time he’s had the family’s celebration at his new home in Los Angeles. “I get to host them now — I have guest rooms and stuff,” he said. “It’s an awesome feeling. I get to have a real nice Christmas.”

All eyes were on Vinny Guadagnino and Paul “DJ Pauly D” DelVecchio as they entered the gift suite, and several fans made their way over to say hello and snap selfies as the guys picked up Combo snack bags and Gravity weighted blankets. 

“New Rules” singer Dua Lipa lost it when she learned of her two Grammy nominations earlier on Friday, telling Elvis Duran, “Absolutely mental. The second I found out, like, I didn’t think I would cry as much as I cried, but I was so overwhelmed. I didn’t even know what to do with myself.” She later added, “My day was so surreal, and I’m still processing it.” 

Speaking to Elvis Duran backstage at Z100’s booth, the “Mine” crooner shared that his father once had a vision that Bazzi would perform for a sold-out audience at Madison Square Garden, where he took the stage on Friday night. “To this day, I don’t think I’ve ever seen him so inspired and so fulfilled,” Bazzi said of the childhood memory. Part of the interview was for Duran’s upcoming TV series, 12on12, which is in development with executive producer Steven Levine. In addition to live performances and surprises, the show will feature artists discussing the songs that inspired them to become the musicians they are today. Bazzi’s pick? “Everlong” by the Foo Fighters, which he saw the band perform at the first concert he ever attended. “In that moment, I was so hungry, I wanted it so bad,” he said. 

Beba Rexha lit up when she spotted Shawn Mendes in the gift lounge, darting over to her fellow singer-songwriter for a big hug. Beyond seeing each other, Rexha and Mendes had plenty to celebrate: each were nominated for Grammys on Friday. 

Andy Cohen ran into Elvis Duran backstage at the Jingle Ball, giving the guys the chance to exchange holiday greetings as the music blasted in the background. 

While awaiting their queen and cue to hit the stage, Cardi B’s dancers — rocking matching wigs and ensembles — gathered for a touching prayer circle. Sure enough, the united troupe helped Cardi wow screaming fans in the night’s final performance.