20 Greatest Music Videos – Foo Fighters, Beyonce, Johnny Cash, OK GO, and a few others

A while back I had a post entitled “Best Live Performances”.  This quickly became one of my highest viewed posts.  Well this time I figured I would focus on music videos.  I am sure, like all my other posts, many people will disagree…Yeah, I’m ok with that.  However, I would love to hear your additions to my list.

One last thing, these are in no particular order.

Johnny Cash – Hurt – Simple and poignant.

When Doves Cry – Prince - Some may think I’m crazy but the song and the video show exactly why Prince is freakishly strange and talented.

Thriller – Michael Jackson – I hope I don’t need to justify this.

Sabotage - Beastie Boys – I actually don’t care for the song that much but the video made me want to dress up and run around like a spy/robber.

Tonight/Tonight – Smashing Pumpkins – Beautiful.

This too shall pass – OK GO - Seriously one of the coolest videos I have ever seen.

Weapon of Choice – Fatboy Slim - Anything with Christopher Walken not being creepy has a place on this list…and it’s an awesome video.

Fell in Love With a Girl – The White Stripes - Although Seven Nation Army is a better song, this video encapsulates the creative genius that is Jack White.

It’s Oh so Quiet – Bjork – Sure she is strange, sure she wore a swan dress once…but come on! This is a great video.

Sweet Child O Mine – Guns N Roses – Classic and necessary.

The Rain – Missy Elliot - Crazy, inventive, and in some ways terrifying…

No Rain – Blind Melon - Two words – Bee Girl.

Janie’s Got A Gun – Aerosmith – By far their best video and one that to this day is disturbing and sad.

Where the Streets Have No Name- U2 - Because U2 is part of the soundtrack to my life.

Do Wop (That Thing) – Lauren Hill - Catchy, fun, and intelligent. Most people don’t really pay attention to the lyrics but you should.

Single Ladies – Beyonce – I don’t care who you are…you know you like this video.

Float On – Modest Mouse - It’s just that good.

House of Cards – Radiohead – Trying to pick just one Radiohead video for a greatest  list is like trying to stop a river with a poncho…kind of difficult.

Blaze of Glory – Bon Jovi - Young Guns II…there I said it.

Everlong – Foo Fighters - Because Dave Grohl is a funny genius.

I’m 30. I guess that means I’ll start blogging again.

Well…It finally happened. I turned thirty. I know, no big deal for some of you, but for me there has always been this strange fear of thirty.

I’m not going to so much recap my birthday…although it was an awesome one…instead I want to share with you my list of ten things I want to accomplish within the next year of my life. These are in no particular order.

10. Take the thirty day challenge (some of you know what that is)
9. Intensely study the book of John for the next 12 months and write coinciding curriculum.
8. Learn to fly fish.
7. Drive up the coast to Oregon with Leanne.
6. Get certified for scuba diving.
5. Go camping with a bunch of guys.
4. Write a childrens book set in New Orleans
3. See U2 in concert.
2. Take my grandmother on a vacation.
1. Be a better person.

Best Live Performances – Michael Jackson, U2, Beyonce, Green Day, Coldplay, and a few others.

OK! So, I haven’t done a serious post in a long time…it’s not because I don’t want to, it’s more because my thoughts are not organized enough with all that has happened. I am currently working on a post entitled thoughts on authenticity but until that time I have this one. Today at lunch we were discussing great live performances so below you will find some of my favorites. I chose on originality, creativity, and sheer enjoyment. You don’t have to agree with me…but I bet you will. Feel free to add your own.

In no particular order here are my favorites…

Michael Jackson – Billy Jean - It’s not the original but still, no description needed!

U2 and Green Day – The Saints are Coming – Sentimental for me, but also incredible.

NYSYNC – BYE BYE BYE - Don’t mock me! I apologize for the beginning of the video but if you wade through it and watch the BYE BYE BYE portion you will understand why I think it is one of the best…I hope. It’s just the middle part.

Bruce Springsteen, Elvis Castello, Dave Grohl, and Steve Van Zandt – The Clash Tribute - If you don’t know who The Clash are…then know that I am sad for you.

Guns N Roses and Elton John – November Rain - When of the best/odd combinations in a live performance…ever.

Beyonce – Ring the Alarm – Say what you want, this performance is sick…specifically beginning at 2:29

Coldplay – The Scientist - Granted this is one of my favorite songs, but the simplicity of this performance is beautiful.

U2 – Super Bowl – Sure U2 is on here twice…there’s a reason…they rock! And this performance is not only frickin awesome but it’s also moving…in fact if you don’t get chills…check your pulse.