Growing up, I spent countless hours glued to MTV, munching on Pringles and sipping Fresca. (Binge-watching? More like “never leaving the couch.”) As a kid, I didn’t think too deeply about the wild visuals in music videos—like why one Pet Shop Boy seemed to be lounging about or why Michael Jackson busted out dance moves in graveyards. Fast forward three decades, and I have a few burning questions about those unforgettable ‘80s clips. Here are 13 musings on classic music videos that still make me wonder.
- Madonna, ‘Papa Don’t Preach’
Seriously, who wouldn’t want to be with that dreamy guy who got her pregnant? - Bananarama, ‘Venus’
Where can I score those jeans? I’m pretty sure I could totally rock that look again. - Culture Club, ‘Karma Chameleon’
What’s Boy George doing on a riverboat from 1870? How does a riverboat card shark relate to the colors red, gold, and green? - Pet Shop Boys, ‘West End Girls’
Why does the other Pet Shop Boy seem to have nothing to do in this video? I like to think he’s pondering, “Is it my turn to sing yet?” - Cyndi Lauper, ‘Girls Just Want to Have Fun’
Was anyone in the ‘80s as stylish as Cyndi Lauper? That pink dress is something I’d totally wear today! - Richard Marx, ‘Right Here Waiting’
This one is a bit odd. What’s he really saying? He’s NOT waiting for anyone—he’s off on an international tour, surrounded by fans! Is this a tribute to how great Richard Marx thinks he is? Yet I can’t help but associate this song with my 10th-grade memories. - A-ha, ‘Take On Me’
Why does the waitress crumpling the comic trigger the bad guys’ return? - Survivor, ‘Eye Of the Tiger’
Why the anger? They’re just heading to band practice! - Men at Work, ‘Down Under’
Are they applying sunscreen? It looks like they might need it! - Irene Cara, ‘Flashdance…What a Feeling’
Is it too late for me to pick up welding skills? - Michael Jackson, ‘Thriller’
I adore this video, but why is it so long? Can you believe we used to watch those first five to eight minutes without fast-forwarding? - Rick Astley, ‘Never Gonna Give You Up’
How many outfit changes does he have in this video? - Starship, ‘We Built This City’
Can you believe Grace Slick is 75 now? Time flies!
And that’s just the tip of the iceberg. There are so many more iconic videos to ponder, like “Sweet Child O’ Mine” or “Another One Bites the Dust.” Now, if you’ll excuse me, I need to grab my Fresca and Pringles!
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Summary: This article explores nostalgic questions about 13 classic ’80s music videos, blending humor with a sense of curiosity about the iconic visuals and narratives that shaped our childhoods.