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Music videos can be categorised into several genres, each with its own visual and thematic style. Here are some of the most common genres of music videos:
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Performance-Based Videos
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•Description: These music videos focus on showcasing the artist or band performing the song, either in a live setting or a staged environment. They emphasize the artist’s energy and connection to the music.
•Common Features: Includes close-ups of the artist, shots of band members playing instruments, and audience scenes (for live performances).
•Examples: Rock band stage performances, pop artists singing in studio setups.
Narrative/Storytelling Videos
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•Description: These videos present a storyline that either complements or interprets the song’s lyrics. The narrative can be literal, symbolic, or abstract, often featuring actors or dancers to visually communicate the story.
•Common Features: Structured with a clear beginning, middle, and end; the storyline may align with or diverge from the song’s lyrics.
Conceptual/Artistic Videos
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•Description: These videos are more abstract and focus on visual aesthetics, symbolism, and creative direction. They may not follow a narrative but instead evoke emotions or concepts through artistic elements.
•Common Features: Unique visual effects, symbolic imagery, and artistic themes.
Examples: "Take On Me" by A-ha, "Bad Guy" by Billie Eillish.
Lyric Videos
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•Description: Lyric videos display the lyrics of the song on screen, often with creative typography, animations, and visual effects. They serve as an engaging way for fans to connect with the song's lyrics.•Common Features: Animated or static text, visually engaging designs that highlight the words.
These genres can also overlap, with music videos combining elements from multiple categories (e.g., a narrative-based video with dance choreography or a performance video with experimental visuals). The genre you choose will depend on your artistic vision, budget, and the type of song you're working with.
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