Contents
- 1 At A Glance
- 1.1 1. Cash in Cash Out – Pharrell ft 21 Savage and Tyler, The Creator
- 1.2 2. N95 – Kendrick Lamar
- 1.3 3. Mr. Morale – Kendrick Lamar
- 1.4 4. The Joker and the Queen – Ed Sheeran ft. Taylor Swift
- 1.5 5. King – Florence and the Machine
- 1.6 6. Pink Venom – Black Pink
- 1.7 7. As it Was – Harry Styles
- 1.8 8. Anti-hero – Taylor Swift
- 1.9 9. Betty (Get Money) – Young Gravy
- 1.10 10. Out of Time – The Weeknd
- 2 F.A.Q
At A Glance
| Rank | Title | Artists | Highlights |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cash in Cash Out | Pharrell ft. 21 Savage, Tyler | Animated masterpiece, striking visuals |
| 2 | N95 | Kendrick Lamar | Breathtaking visuals, deep lyricism |
| 3 | Mr. Morale | Kendrick Lamar | Emotionally rich visuals, depth |
| 4 | The Joker and the Queen | Ed Sheeran ft. Taylor Swift | Simple elegance, relatable visuals |
| 5 | King | Florence and the Machine | Juxtaposition of settings, vibrant visuals |
| 6 | Pink Venom | Black Pink | High production quality, deep themes |
| 7 | As it Was | Harry Styles | Complex, vibrant, showcases maturity |
| 8 | Anti-hero | Taylor Swift | Emotional, impressive acting |
| 9 | Betty (Get Money) | Young Gravy | Nostalgic 80’s style, fun visuals |
| 10 | Out of Time | The Weeknd | Romantic comedy turned horror, intense |
2022 gave us an ample amount of creativity from Hollywood, and like all consumable things, we as consumers must discuss and identify which ones are the best. Here’s the top 10 music videos of 2022.
1. Cash in Cash Out – Pharrell ft 21 Savage and Tyler, The Creator
The limits of unified chaos have officially been pushed with this animated masterpiece. The visuals alone are attention grabbing enough before the addition of the monotone yet hard hitting lyrics by 21 savage and Tyler the creator. The visual orchestra alone is enough to earn Pharrell a spot on the top music 10 videos of 2022.
2. N95 – Kendrick Lamar
I’m a sucker for visuals of a floating artist. Kendrick, as always, delivers with breath taking visuals to match his deep lyricism and heavy topics. With 55 million views and counting, N95 is easily one of the top 10 YouTube music videos.
3. Mr. Morale – Kendrick Lamar
K.DOT strikes again. His visuals, just like his music, never seem to lack depth, emotion, and sincerity. From hovering over the ocean in a crucifix pose, to falling off of a street light, to sitting in a car at the bottom of the empty Los Angeles river, this visual delivers!
4. The Joker and the Queen – Ed Sheeran ft. Taylor Swift
the simple elegance of a movie with 2 protagonists. The simple and relatable visuals of 2 teenagers going to college. The tones of the video show the scary, and often lonely feeling of growing up while everything is changing beyond your control.
5. King – Florence and the Machine
I really never get tired of floating visuals. The video featured juxtaposition of dingy, gloomy settings with other people in black and white vs Florence front and center in a vibrant magenta hooded dress.
6. Pink Venom – Black Pink
As far as production goes, K-pop videos rarely disappoint. Great costumes, CGI, vibrant colors, dark tones, deep themes, this video has it all. No expense was spared in the making of the song or the cinematic parade that is the music video.
7. As it Was – Harry Styles
The maturity of Styles if evident in this piece. The visual showcases stress and struggle in a slow yet complex manner. With many vibrant colors and camera angles that will make you dizzy, this music video is far from boring.
8. Anti-hero – Taylor Swift
You can feel the emotion through the screen with this one. Swift plays 3 different versions of herself, including one version that is the size of a giant. The video compliments the song perfectly, and Taylor shows off her acting abilities by playing off of herself in a believable way, which is hard to do since she is not actually looking at herself in real life.
9. Betty (Get Money) – Young Gravy
If you ever wondered what it would look like for Jack Harlow to make a music video in the 80s, the “Betty” music video answers that curiosity. Bright colors, outdated fashion, and 80’s dance moves makes this nostalgic visual a joy to watch. I don’t know if this counts as a top 80’s music video or a top 2022 video.
10. Out of Time – The Weeknd
What starts out as a romantic comedy between The Weeknd and Squid Games actress HoYeon Jung, quickly turns into a horror film with intense and uncomfortable visuals.
I can’t wait to see what cinematic masterpieces will hit the screens in 2023. What do you think this list was missing? What videos don’t deserve to be on this list? Let me know your list for the top 10 music videos of 2022 in the comments below!
F.A.Q
- In 2022, the music industry treated us to a wealth of creative masterpieces from Hollywood. As discerning consumers, it’s essential to discuss and identify the cream of the crop. Here’s a rundown of the top 10 music videos from 2022:
“Cash in Cash Out” by Pharrell ft. 21 Savage and Tyler, The Creator
“N95” by Kendrick Lamar
“Mr. Morale” by Kendrick Lamar
“The Joker and the Queen” by Ed Sheeran ft. Taylor Swift
“King” by Florence and the Machine
“Pink Venom” by Black Pink
“As it Was” by Harry Styles
“Anti-hero” by Taylor Swift
“Betty (Get Money)” by Young Gravy
“Out of Time” by The Weeknd
“Cash in Cash Out” by Pharrell ft. 21 Savage and Tyler, The Creator secured its place as one of the top music videos of 2022 for several reasons. The animated masterpiece pushes the boundaries of unified chaos, captivating viewers with its attention-grabbing visuals. The collaboration between Pharrell, 21 Savage, and Tyler the Creator, accompanied by their monotone yet impactful lyrics, further elevates the video’s appeal.
Kendrick Lamar showcased his artistic brilliance with not one, but two remarkable music videos in the top 10 of 2022. “N95” stands out with its mesmerizing visuals that perfectly complement Kendrick’s profound lyricism and weighty themes. “Mr. Morale” takes viewers on an emotional journey through a series of thought-provoking scenes, showcasing Kendrick’s signature depth and sincerity in both his music and visuals.
“The Joker and the Queen” by Ed Sheeran ft. Taylor Swift earns its spot in the top 10 music videos of 2022 due to its simple yet elegant portrayal of relatable themes. The video skillfully captures the transformative and often unsettling experience of adolescence and the transition to adulthood. Through the eyes of two protagonists, the video navigates the challenges and changes that come with growing up, resonating with a wide audience.
“King” by Florence and the Machine secures its place in the top 10 music videos of 2022 with its captivating visual contrast. The juxtaposition of gloomy settings against Florence’s vibrant presence creates a compelling and visually appealing experience. The floating visuals, along with the interplay of colors and tones, contribute to making this video an essential entry on the list.
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