Epic Music Videos That'll Never Stop Being Awesome ...

1. “Love the Way You Lie” – Eminem, Ft. Rihanna

This is one of my favorite videos. Eminem often tells stories in his videos, especially in the vids for his recent songs. I could include any number of his videos in this list, but rather than making this the Eminem Show (har-de-har, see what I did there?), I'll include my very powerful. This isn't just a video; it's an epic.

2. “Hurt” – Johnny Cash

I love Johnny Cash's version of “Hurt,” right down to the video. It's poignant and painful and beautiful.

3. “Losing My Religion” – REM

This video is dark, romantic, decadent, and gothic without an ounce of eyeliner anywhere to be seen. I love this video. I fell in love with REM because of this video.

4. “Buddy Holly” – Weezer

Pure, unadulterated camp. This video is another mini-movie, one that brings back “Happy Days.” That's never a bad thing.

5. “Rhythm Nation” – Janet Jackson

What can I even say about this? This is incredible. This is epic. This is legendary.

6. “Bad Romance” – Lady Gaga

As with Eminem, I could include so many of Gaga's videos – they're all theatrical masterpieces. I'm a fan of so many, but this is not only one of the most popular and most recognizable, but also one of the most Gaga-esque.

7. “Cold War” – Janelle Monae

The simplicity of this video is what makes it an instant classic. Janelle's voice, her ethereal beauty, and the camera's focus on her face create a powerful statement evocative of another iconic video ...

8. “Nothing Compares 2 U” – Sinead O'Connor

Say what you will of Sinead, but she has a beautiful, strong voice and a beautiful, strong face, both of which are showcased beautifully in this video.

9. “the Rain (Supa Dupa Fly)” – Missy Elliott

This is just the shit – excuse my language (don't, really, I'm an adult and this is the internet).

10. “Vogue” – Madonna

“Vogue” will always be one of the best videos ever, even long after videos really are obsolete.

11. “Single Ladies (Put a Ring on It)” – Beyonce

As with Eminem and Gaga, I could also choose scores of Beyonce's videos, from the fun to the powerful. No lie, though, I just love the Single Ladies dance.

12. “Take on Me” – a-ha

Not only is the song catchy as hell, but this video is just art.

13. “Hey Ya!” – Outkast

This homage to the Beatles was perfection from start to finish. All those sexy versions of Andre-3000 were the business, and my but did he look delicious in every ensemble! I'm also a huge fan of the Ryan Philippe cameo at the beginning.

14. “Toxic” – Britney Spears

No, come on. This is Brit-Brit at the height of her badassery.

15. “Telephone” – Lady Gaga Ft. Beyonce

I couldn't help myself. This is an excellent example of the modern video as a mini-movie.

16. "November Rain" – Guns N' Roses

You have to concede that this is amazing, even if you're not a GNR fan.

16. “Thriller” – Michael Jackson

Duh.

17. "Here It Goes Again" – OK Go

OK Go have almost single-handedly changed the whole face of the music video, so I could have easily included any of their vids. This was just the first one I ever saw, and it introduced me to both their upbeat sound and their visual artistry.

18. "Lazarus" – David Bowie

Had to. This is a beautiful work of art. It's the ideal epitaph. Good night, Starman.

Now, hit me with your favorite videos. Which vids can you watch again and again? Which vids move you?