The Best Pop Music Videos of 2015

The year is coming to a close, and that means it’s time to take a look back at the best pop music videos of 2015. From Taylor Swift’s “Bad Blood” to Justin Bieber’s “Sorry,” these are the videos that had us hitting repeat all year long.

Introduction

In 2015, there were a ton of great pop music videos released. These are some of the best ones that came out this year.

Taylor Swift – “Bad Blood”

“Bad Blood” is a song recorded by American singer-songwriter Taylor Swift, for her fifth studio album 1989 (2014). It was written by Swift, Max Martin and Shellback, with the production handled by the latter two. The song was released to radio by Republic Records on May 19, 2015, as the album’s fourth single. “Bad Blood” is a synthpop and hip hop track featuring drum machines, synthesisers and heavily processed guitar riff. Its lyrics describe the betrayal of a close friend.

The music video for “Bad Blood” premiered at the 2015 Billboard Music Awards on May 17, 2015. It was directed by Joseph Kahn and features an all-female cast. The video made Swift the first woman and fourth overall artist to win Video of the Year at the awards show twice; she previously won with her directorial debut “Mean” in 2011. Additionally, “Bad Blood” is one of only three videos to have won multiple VMA trophies in a single night; it also won Best Collaboration and Best Cinematography. Since its release, it has been watched over 500 million times on YouTube alone; it is currently the thirtieth most-viewed music video online.

Mark Ronson ft. Bruno Mars – “Uptown Funk”

The “Uptown Funk” video is a perfect example of a great pop music video. It’s creative, fun, and features an iconic performance by Bruno Mars. The video was directed by Bruno Mars and Mark Ronson, and it won several awards, including the MTV Video Music Award for Best Male Video and the Grammy Award for Best Pop Video.

Wiz Khalifa ft. Charlie Puth – “See You Again”

Wiz Khalifa’s “See You Again” music video featuring Charlie Puth is one of the best pop music videos of 2015. The video features Wiz Khalifa and Charlie Puth paying tribute to the late Paul Walker. The video has amassed over 1.5 billion views on YouTube, making it one of the most watched videos on the site.

Justin Bieber – “Sorry”

The year 2015 was a big one for Justin Bieber, who not only released his long-awaited album Purpose but also delivered one of the best pop music videos of the year with “Sorry.” The black-and-white visual finds Bieber grooving along to the track’s infectious beat as he delivers an apology to a former love. The simple concept is executed perfectly, resulting in a video that’s both visually stunning and incredibly catchy.

Major Lazer & DJ Snake ft. MØ – “Lean On”

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Released on March 23, 2015, Major Lazer and DJ Snake’s “Lean On” quickly went viral, amassing over 600 million YouTube views in just six months. The infectious track, which features Danish singer MØ, topped charts in multiple countries and was one of the most-played songs of the year. The accompanying music video was just as popular, racking up over a billion views.

Directed by Tim Erem, the “Lean On” video follows a group of friends as they travel through India. The colorful clip perfectly captures the spirit of the song, and its aesthetic has been imitated by numerous other artists. “Lean On” remains one of the most iconic pop videos of the 2010s, and its success helped launch MØ to international stardom.

Fetty Wap – “Trap Queen”

Fetty Wap’s “Trap Queen” was one of the breakout hits of 2015, and the video is just as infectious as the song. The clip, which was directed by Nabil, follows Fetty and his crew as they turn an empty warehouse into a party palace complete with a dance floor, stripper pole, and a whole lot of cash. It’s a simple concept, but it’s executed perfectly, and it perfectly captures Fetty’s raw energy and charm.

Silentó – “Watch Me (Whip/Nae Nae)”

“Watch Me (Whip/Nae Nae)” is a song by American rapper Silentó, released on June 25, 2015. The song peaked at number three on the US Billboard Hot 100. The music video for the song has been viewed 2.8 billion times on YouTube as of July 2020.

Ellen DeGeneres & Sofi de la Torre – “The Ellen DeGeneres Show Theme”

The talk show host and the Spanish singer/songwriter teamed up for a completely delightful take on the show’s opening theme, “The Ellen DeGeneres Show Theme.” Dressed in all white and looking like they’re having the time of their lives, the two dance around a brightly lit set to an infectiously happy remix of the iconic song.

Conclusion

After much discussion, we have come to the conclusion that the best pop music video of 2015 is Taylor Swift’s “Bad Blood.” It was a close call between this video and Justin Bieber’s “Where Are Ü Now,” but in the end, we felt that “Bad Blood” was more creative and better executed.