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It was extremely hard to research what Music Video's are the favourites within the industry, as nowadays there is so much variety, in artist and therefore in their video's. Seeing as the Music World is such a large, dynamic market, it is impossible to pin-point the very best, so instead I have picked out a couple of video's that are (in my eyes) genius.
1. 'Single Ladies'- Beyonce ( https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4m1EFMoRFvY )
Throughout Beyonce's career, She was apart of a band called 'Destiny's Child'; the band saw sales of over 60 million. The singer has then managed to sell over 100 million records from going solo.
Her most iconic video for 'Single Ladies' had sales of 6.1, and became 'one of the best-selling singles of all time'. For this video in particular, Beyonce wanted a relatively simple video to accompany this song. As it can be seen when watched, it seems to encompass minimal variations of camera work and transitions, along with no changes in make-up or costumes.
The star wanted the video to give off a 'feel good' atmosphere, and to include choreography that could be attempted by anyone!
The star wanted the video to give off a 'feel good' atmosphere, and to include choreography that could be attempted by anyone!
2. 'Thriller'- Michael Jackson ( https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sOnqjkJTMaA )
A critic once regarded and described 'Thriller' as "the groove of its bassline, paired with Michael's killer vocals and sleek moves" as having "produced a frighteningly great single".
MJ's 'Thriller' is one of the most iconic and referred to music video's of all time. It has received 414 million views on YouTube, making it an internet sensation.
The singer admitted to paying for the production of his 'film' all on his own, coming to a grand total of 1 million US Dollars.
This 'King of Pop' is now considered a legend of the industry, yet his music still lives on!
3. 'Toxic'- Britney Spears ( https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LOZuxwVk7TU )
Some called it "irresistible ear candy' and powerfully addicting', some said 'In the name of fairness, it will be noted that 'Toxic' and 'Showdown' could well have been good pop songs in the hands of any other singer than Spears'. Although not considered the best singer of all time, Spears' 'Toxic' video was ground-braking!
Her director Khan explained the star's hallway dance of imaginary lasers in front of a green screen was absolutely 'incredible to watch'.
The cost of such a show cost the star 1 million US Dollars to make. When viewers view her video, they would spot that every single scene pictures is completely different, and all have differing structured routines.
Some called it "irresistible ear candy' and powerfully addicting', some said 'In the name of fairness, it will be noted that 'Toxic' and 'Showdown' could well have been good pop songs in the hands of any other singer than Spears'. Although not considered the best singer of all time, Spears' 'Toxic' video was ground-braking!
Her director Khan explained the star's hallway dance of imaginary lasers in front of a green screen was absolutely 'incredible to watch'.
The cost of such a show cost the star 1 million US Dollars to make. When viewers view her video, they would spot that every single scene pictures is completely different, and all have differing structured routines.
4. 'Yellow'- Coldplay ( https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yKNxeF4KMsY )
Next up is the "unrepentantly romantic", the timeless 'Yellow'. One critic even demonstrated that "every time that electric-guitar riff barges in, you're hooked all over again."
The video is one continuous shot with no cuts or editing elements involved. The entire thing is seen to be in slow motion.The video is minimalistic, featuring only lead vocalist Chris Martin singing the track as he walks along a beach in Southern Dorset. He is seen wearing a set of waterproofs with his hair wet, suggesting that it had just rained.
A simplistic, but highly affective music video.
5. 'Vogue'- Madonna ( https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GuJQSAiODqI )
'Vogue'. One of my personal favourite music video's. The timeless black-and-white theme that runs throughout is truly beautiful, and represents the look of class, and could be seen to be influenced by 'The Golden Age' movies in Hollywood.
Many of Madonna's scenes within the video are recreations of photographs by the remarkable Horst P. Horst. One of these examples includes his 'Mainbocher Corset'. However, the photographer was seen to be extremely 'displeased' with the stars video, as he was never asked permission for the 'Queen of Pop' to use his pieces as an influence.
Some of her most famous close up shots are recreations of pictures from icons such as Marilyn Monroe.
'Vogue'. One of my personal favourite music video's. The timeless black-and-white theme that runs throughout is truly beautiful, and represents the look of class, and could be seen to be influenced by 'The Golden Age' movies in Hollywood.
Many of Madonna's scenes within the video are recreations of photographs by the remarkable Horst P. Horst. One of these examples includes his 'Mainbocher Corset'. However, the photographer was seen to be extremely 'displeased' with the stars video, as he was never asked permission for the 'Queen of Pop' to use his pieces as an influence.
Some of her most famous close up shots are recreations of pictures from icons such as Marilyn Monroe.
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