The Most Iconic Music Videos of All Time

Madonna at the 2018 MTV Video Music Awards
Madonna at the 2018 MTV Video Music Awards. Photo by REX/Shutterstock (9795341at)

Nowadays, best selling singles are accompanied by best-selling music videos. Let’s take a look back at some of music history’s most iconic music videos to celebrate the artists who lead the way.

If I Could Turn Back Time, Cher

Cher’s outfit in “If I Could Turn Back Time” was one of the most iconic and controversial outfits in music history.

Nothing Compares 2 U, Sinéad O’Connor

Most of the video is a close-up of Sinéad O’Connor’s face. she became the first woman to win video of the year at MTV Video Music Awards with “Nothing Compares 2 U.”

Smells Like Teen Spirit, Nirvana

The music video for the iconic track “Smells Like Teen Spirit” is the epitome of rebellious and invincible youth.

Like A Prayer, Madonna

Madonna’s highly controversial video of her parading around a church in a scanty outfit is definitely iconic.

Unfinished Sympathy, Massive Attack

The video for “Unfinished Sympathy” was groundbreaking as was filmed entirely on aSteadicamm.

Close To Me, The Cure

The Cure were big on creating their own music videos and inspired may bands to follow in their footsteps. “Close To Me” is one of their most eccentric and iconic music videos of the time. Their gothic makeup and big hair certainly helped them be remembered.

Big Time Sensuality, Björk

Björk was also a pioneer when it came to creating music videos. Her video for “Big Time Sensuality” shows her playfully cavorting on an 18-wheeler through Manhattan.

Thriller, Michael Jackson

‘Thriller’ by MJ has got to take the top spot. Everyone loves it and everyone knows the dance moves. We mean everyone.