Here are some that immediately come to mind:
1. 'Every Breath You Take' - The Police ( 1983 ). Less is MORE. Classic!
2. 'Land Of Confusion' - Genesis ( 1986 ). Gabriel was probably envious!
3. 'Mouth For War' - Pantera ( 1992 ). Cool look and in your face.
4. 'Jeremy'- Pearl Jam ( 1991 ). An eerie precursor to Columbine. Chilling!
5. 'Hero' - Warrior Soul ( 1991 ). A salute to the blue collar worker.
Interestingly, I think the videos that have held up over time better are the ones with a dark element to them. That was especially true with videos from the early 90's in particular. Great thread (
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