[Music]
in December of 2016 these music videos
had our office and the world buzz took a
listen not a bounce-back wickelberry
money but not a cow stretch Luda s is
real went ahead it bounced back welcome
to watchmojo.com and today we’ll be
counting down our picks for the top 10
music videos of December 2016
for this list we’ve selected our
favorite music videos of December 2016
productions that stand out in both style
and substance let me know you in a
really a big scene right imma be needy
yo princie number 10 mrs. Potato Head
Melanie Martinez desi we’re imposing you
can buy a couple ornaments just be sure
to read the warning kids beautifully
grotesque this timely video speaks
volumes about societal pressures on
modern women New York native melody
Martinez offers up a strong visual
statement with mrs. Potato Head and her
conceptual character falls victim to her
own insecurities if you want a little
more confidence potatoes turn to french
fries yes common sense all you needs a
couple more hominins there’s a visual
balance of adolescent imagery and
melancholic surrealism producing a
jarring effect as crybaby distorts her
own reality and ultimately faces the
consequences
well face me
shot by cinematographer Josh McKee it’s
a bold commentary for a Kardashian world
and it’s even more impressive given the
fact that Martinez directed the video
herself even if her face don’t stay
together
dear Missy I did not grow up to be you
but I did grow to be me and be in love
with who this woman appears stubborn I’m
better than be blood orange featuring
carly rae jepsen so here’s another
dynamic production that’s also directed
by the artist otherwise known as Deb
Hines shot in a sunlit warehouse better
than me features of poetic group dance
choreographed by Judy Onuki
with Carly Rae Jepsen hypnotically
staged on the outside to complement the
organic imagery
on one hand it’s a minimalist production
reminiscent of early 90s art rock yet
pines infuses his distinct modern style
while showcasing a multifaceted
collaborative performance case it’s a
highly stylized music video at least in
terms of dress and movements and the
roman camera of garrett hardy davis
captures the lyrics existential angst
she’s better
change your wig run oh she’s back
last night took al but not a bounce-back
wickelberry morning but not across
stacks number eight bounced back
Big Sean last night took it was not
about having brokers here cousin shaken
back featuring the colorful visual
palette of directors Glenn Michael and
Christo NST this trap production
balances the earthly elements with a
little Big Sean bravado
my daddy is genetics I heard the new
shit is pathetic it kind of tries to be
shredded overall it’s a lavish and
far-reaching music video staging the
artist in his natural setting while
offering a look at his inner psyche
mom’s contrasting the unorthodox vocal
delivery the controlled editing lends
weight to the songs relatively uplifting
chorus as Sean navigates the neon
landscapes that’s was real when I hit it
bounce back bounce back is far removed
from classic hip-hop cliches at least
aside from a few booty shots of course
and it’s something wholly unique and
loaded with vibrant imagery company like
selfie or Gestalt our 10 feet I’m always
lose my temper you can knock out the
chimney number 7 blame Bastille huge
games
into fishing
directed by Elliot Sellars this
satirical video explores the
psychological effects of cult thinking
given the subject matter it could be
easy to force a variety of shocking
visuals upon the viewer yet by stealin
company take more of a Kubrick yet
approach focusing on symmetrical framing
and the underlying drama of the
narrative it’s more high art than hard
rock and blame allows fans to experience
the song in a different kind of way
troubling as the illumination may be
[Music]
sure it may not be as accessible as some
of your standard pop rock productions
yet that’s what separates good bands
from the truly innovative ones
[Music]
number six ride them on down the Rolling
Stones
stealing for the visual complement to
their Eddie Thomas cover the Rolling
Stones keep it simple with just a badass
girl in a blue mustang of course that
girl is Kristen Stewart and it’s her
charisma that fuels the collective
storyline of ride him on down
directed by Francois Russo let and
filmed by Drive cinematographer Newton
Thomas Siegel it’s a high-octane
production that keeps it simple and
straightforward at least aside from a
random zebra
no it’s not the most innovative music
videos but it got a Hollywood a-lister
acting like a rebel without a cause and
case to most definitely knows how to
work a camera
yeah life is a balance you lose your
grip you could slip into an abyss no
doubt you see these this tripping you’re
fine
false prophets j.cole when you tell us
here genius but it’s clearer lately it’s
been hard for him to look into the
mirror lately for conceptual reasons the
song itself didn’t make Jay Qualls 2016
album for your eyes only
yet the visuals day-in-the-life
narrative captures the spirit of the
artist the women that dick Brad as you
know that yes man nobody with the balls
to say something to contestant weather
calls rhyming on the corner or riding
the bus
Scott lasers direction highlights the
lyricist truth as he deconstructs posers
and false prophets always worried about
the critics to wing them and did it all
right what’s in my heart don’t give up
your wit it given the changing scenes in
quick cuts there’s an urgency to the
music video which falls in line with the
tone and pacing of Cole’s words it’s not
a glamorous production but it gets the
point across
as Cole keeps it 100 from beginning to
end my highest moments come from telling
all the saddest story I’ve seen in my
life Bobby finding the right songs that
raise the hair on my own VBS a tickle in
my wrists watch number 4 party Chris
Brown featuring gucci mane uh sure yet
another music video directed by the
artist this clip takes a simple concept
and dresses it up with style and grit
[Music]
that’s thanks to the medium shot staging
and well-timed camera shakes party
relays the feeling of a warehouse
dance-off while utilizing some angular
images to establish atmosphere in space
and also Braun provides a full snapshot
of his party with gucci mane and usher
receiving the close-up treatment for
their standout verses
while some party videos go over the top
with questionable antics and the usual
clichés Brown delivers a tightly
directed video one that relies more on
precision and pace rather than
in-your-face visuals number three my
favorite part
Mac Miller featuring ariana grande
[Music]
directed by underscore P here’s a slow
jam production with a dividing line
between the focal man and woman yes
there is a literal wall between Mac and
Ariana and it’s the personal space that
allows each to reflect on a potential
romance musically my favorite part
strays from Miller’s usual vocal
delivery and the distinct color palette
shows him in a new light in addition the
split-screen visuals create an intimate
v enhanced by these subjects close-ups
in certainly the water leak it all
equates to a sexy and playful feel as
both parties involved become more and
more ready for some late night
[Music]
we are together
number two alone Allen Walker
[Music]
touching on timely issues both digital
and personal Norwegian DJ Alan Walker
treks the globe with this eye-opening
production
directed by Richert and Tobias hag bomb
alone captures the claustrophobia of
being confined to a small room yet the
subsequent visuals open the subjects
universe while expanding their minds in
the process there’s plenty to
contemplate with this EDM music video
and the various filming techniques and
image formats offer some texture to
complement the jaw-dropping drone
footage
[Music]
plus the narrative pays off with the
naturalistic climax which poignant Lee
touches upon the central message of Alan
Walker’s production before we unveil our
top pick here a few honorable mentions
say you say I want you whatever
snores on my body so I can take you
wherever my when I’m walking nuchal ray
but I would always check
[Music]
giving me a million reasons to quit the
show you given me a million reasons give
me a million reasons number one million
reasons Lady gaga
[Music]
contrasting the more contrived Gaga
videos of years past this one keeps it
genuine and wrong directed by Ruth Hogg
Ben and Andrea gal Arden million reasons
builds upon the narrative of perfect
illusion and establishes a personal tone
with an early cut to black and white
the contemplative imagery locks into
Gaga’s state of mind and the
minimalistic visuals further support the
idea that she’s far more than just her
pop persona
and so million reasons represents a
major turn in Stephanie German notice
videography as she communicates the
uncertainty and self-doubt that everyone
experiences at one time or another
so do you agree with our list change
kiss what’s your favorite music video of
December 2016 Mimi you need for more
musical top 10s published every day be
sure to subscribe to watchmojo.com
[Music]
you
you
in December of 2016 these music videos
had our office and the world buzz took a
listen not a bounce-back wickelberry
money but not a cow stretch Luda s is
real went ahead it bounced back welcome
to watchmojo.com and today we’ll be
counting down our picks for the top 10
music videos of December 2016
for this list we’ve selected our
favorite music videos of December 2016
productions that stand out in both style
and substance let me know you in a
really a big scene right imma be needy
yo princie number 10 mrs. Potato Head
Melanie Martinez desi we’re imposing you
can buy a couple ornaments just be sure
to read the warning kids beautifully
grotesque this timely video speaks
volumes about societal pressures on
modern women New York native melody
Martinez offers up a strong visual
statement with mrs. Potato Head and her
conceptual character falls victim to her
own insecurities if you want a little
more confidence potatoes turn to french
fries yes common sense all you needs a
couple more hominins there’s a visual
balance of adolescent imagery and
melancholic surrealism producing a
jarring effect as crybaby distorts her
own reality and ultimately faces the
consequences
well face me
shot by cinematographer Josh McKee it’s
a bold commentary for a Kardashian world
and it’s even more impressive given the
fact that Martinez directed the video
herself even if her face don’t stay
together
dear Missy I did not grow up to be you
but I did grow to be me and be in love
with who this woman appears stubborn I’m
better than be blood orange featuring
carly rae jepsen so here’s another
dynamic production that’s also directed
by the artist otherwise known as Deb
Hines shot in a sunlit warehouse better
than me features of poetic group dance
choreographed by Judy Onuki
with Carly Rae Jepsen hypnotically
staged on the outside to complement the
organic imagery
on one hand it’s a minimalist production
reminiscent of early 90s art rock yet
pines infuses his distinct modern style
while showcasing a multifaceted
collaborative performance case it’s a
highly stylized music video at least in
terms of dress and movements and the
roman camera of garrett hardy davis
captures the lyrics existential angst
she’s better
change your wig run oh she’s back
last night took al but not a bounce-back
wickelberry morning but not across
stacks number eight bounced back
Big Sean last night took it was not
about having brokers here cousin shaken
back featuring the colorful visual
palette of directors Glenn Michael and
Christo NST this trap production
balances the earthly elements with a
little Big Sean bravado
my daddy is genetics I heard the new
shit is pathetic it kind of tries to be
shredded overall it’s a lavish and
far-reaching music video staging the
artist in his natural setting while
offering a look at his inner psyche
mom’s contrasting the unorthodox vocal
delivery the controlled editing lends
weight to the songs relatively uplifting
chorus as Sean navigates the neon
landscapes that’s was real when I hit it
bounce back bounce back is far removed
from classic hip-hop cliches at least
aside from a few booty shots of course
and it’s something wholly unique and
loaded with vibrant imagery company like
selfie or Gestalt our 10 feet I’m always
lose my temper you can knock out the
chimney number 7 blame Bastille huge
games
into fishing
directed by Elliot Sellars this
satirical video explores the
psychological effects of cult thinking
given the subject matter it could be
easy to force a variety of shocking
visuals upon the viewer yet by stealin
company take more of a Kubrick yet
approach focusing on symmetrical framing
and the underlying drama of the
narrative it’s more high art than hard
rock and blame allows fans to experience
the song in a different kind of way
troubling as the illumination may be
[Music]
sure it may not be as accessible as some
of your standard pop rock productions
yet that’s what separates good bands
from the truly innovative ones
[Music]
number six ride them on down the Rolling
Stones
stealing for the visual complement to
their Eddie Thomas cover the Rolling
Stones keep it simple with just a badass
girl in a blue mustang of course that
girl is Kristen Stewart and it’s her
charisma that fuels the collective
storyline of ride him on down
directed by Francois Russo let and
filmed by Drive cinematographer Newton
Thomas Siegel it’s a high-octane
production that keeps it simple and
straightforward at least aside from a
random zebra
no it’s not the most innovative music
videos but it got a Hollywood a-lister
acting like a rebel without a cause and
case to most definitely knows how to
work a camera
yeah life is a balance you lose your
grip you could slip into an abyss no
doubt you see these this tripping you’re
fine
false prophets j.cole when you tell us
here genius but it’s clearer lately it’s
been hard for him to look into the
mirror lately for conceptual reasons the
song itself didn’t make Jay Qualls 2016
album for your eyes only
yet the visuals day-in-the-life
narrative captures the spirit of the
artist the women that dick Brad as you
know that yes man nobody with the balls
to say something to contestant weather
calls rhyming on the corner or riding
the bus
Scott lasers direction highlights the
lyricist truth as he deconstructs posers
and false prophets always worried about
the critics to wing them and did it all
right what’s in my heart don’t give up
your wit it given the changing scenes in
quick cuts there’s an urgency to the
music video which falls in line with the
tone and pacing of Cole’s words it’s not
a glamorous production but it gets the
point across
as Cole keeps it 100 from beginning to
end my highest moments come from telling
all the saddest story I’ve seen in my
life Bobby finding the right songs that
raise the hair on my own VBS a tickle in
my wrists watch number 4 party Chris
Brown featuring gucci mane uh sure yet
another music video directed by the
artist this clip takes a simple concept
and dresses it up with style and grit
[Music]
that’s thanks to the medium shot staging
and well-timed camera shakes party
relays the feeling of a warehouse
dance-off while utilizing some angular
images to establish atmosphere in space
and also Braun provides a full snapshot
of his party with gucci mane and usher
receiving the close-up treatment for
their standout verses
while some party videos go over the top
with questionable antics and the usual
clichés Brown delivers a tightly
directed video one that relies more on
precision and pace rather than
in-your-face visuals number three my
favorite part
Mac Miller featuring ariana grande
[Music]
directed by underscore P here’s a slow
jam production with a dividing line
between the focal man and woman yes
there is a literal wall between Mac and
Ariana and it’s the personal space that
allows each to reflect on a potential
romance musically my favorite part
strays from Miller’s usual vocal
delivery and the distinct color palette
shows him in a new light in addition the
split-screen visuals create an intimate
v enhanced by these subjects close-ups
in certainly the water leak it all
equates to a sexy and playful feel as
both parties involved become more and
more ready for some late night
[Music]
we are together
number two alone Allen Walker
[Music]
touching on timely issues both digital
and personal Norwegian DJ Alan Walker
treks the globe with this eye-opening
production
directed by Richert and Tobias hag bomb
alone captures the claustrophobia of
being confined to a small room yet the
subsequent visuals open the subjects
universe while expanding their minds in
the process there’s plenty to
contemplate with this EDM music video
and the various filming techniques and
image formats offer some texture to
complement the jaw-dropping drone
footage
[Music]
plus the narrative pays off with the
naturalistic climax which poignant Lee
touches upon the central message of Alan
Walker’s production before we unveil our
top pick here a few honorable mentions
say you say I want you whatever
snores on my body so I can take you
wherever my when I’m walking nuchal ray
but I would always check
[Music]
giving me a million reasons to quit the
show you given me a million reasons give
me a million reasons number one million
reasons Lady gaga
[Music]
contrasting the more contrived Gaga
videos of years past this one keeps it
genuine and wrong directed by Ruth Hogg
Ben and Andrea gal Arden million reasons
builds upon the narrative of perfect
illusion and establishes a personal tone
with an early cut to black and white
the contemplative imagery locks into
Gaga’s state of mind and the
minimalistic visuals further support the
idea that she’s far more than just her
pop persona
and so million reasons represents a
major turn in Stephanie German notice
videography as she communicates the
uncertainty and self-doubt that everyone
experiences at one time or another
so do you agree with our list change
kiss what’s your favorite music video of
December 2016 Mimi you need for more
musical top 10s published every day be
sure to subscribe to watchmojo.com
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you
you
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