10 Trippy Hip Hop Music Videos You Need to See

If you’re a fan of hip hop, then you need to check out these 10 trippy music videos. From A$AP Rocky to Kendrick Lamar, these videos will definitely get you thinking.

A$AP Rocky – “L$D”

A$AP Rocky’s “L$D” is one of the most trippy hip hop music videos you’ll ever see. Featuring footage of the rapper wandering around a desert landscape, the video is visually stunning and disorienting.

Chance the Rapper – “No Problem”

This video is one of the most visually stunning music videos in recent memory. The entire video is drenched in bright colors and features some incredibly creative camera work. If you’re a fan of hip hop, or just trippy visuals, this is a must-watch.

Other notable mention go to Kendrick Lamar’s “Alright” and Childish Gambino’s “This Is America”, both of which are also amazing music videos with mind-bending visuals.

Danny Brown – “Really Doe”

Danny Brown’s “Really Doe” video is a perfect example of what can happen when someone with a strong vision is given free rein. Director Juan Meza-León took the concept of “one shot, one take” and ran with it, creating a nearly three-minute long continuous shot that needs to be seen to be believed.

Earl Sweatshirt – “Huey”

Earl Sweatshirt’s “Huey” might just be the trippiest music video on this list. The entire visual is one big, mind-bending drug trip that will leave you feeling disoriented and confused. If you’re looking for a truly trippy music video experience, look no further than Earl Sweatshirt’s “Huey.”

Flatbush Zombies – “Bounce”

Flatbush Zombies are a Brooklyn-based hip hop group consisting of MCs Meechy Darko and Zombie Juice, and Erick Arc Elliott, their producer. The group is a part of the collective known as the Beast Coast, which also includes Joey Bada$$ and Pro Era, The Underachievers, and CJ Fly.

“Bounce” is the first single off of Flatbush Zombies’ debut mixtape D.R.U.G.S., which was released on March 11, 2012. The music video for “Bounce” was released on May 15, 2012 and was directed by HIP HOP HEAVYWEIGHTS.

The video features the three members of Flatbush Zombies rapping in front of a green screen while trippy visuals are projected onto them. The video is very minimalist but the visuals are very eye-catching and complement the song perfectly.

J. Cole – “4 Your Eyez Only”

J. Cole’s “4 Your Eyez Only” is a heart-wrenching song dedicated to those who have lost loved ones to gun violence, and the visuals reflect that solemn message. The black-and-white clip features Cole walking through a neighborhood riddled with empty houses, each of which represents a life lost too soon. It’s a powerful video that highlights the issue of gun violence in America and its effects on families and communities.

Kendrick Lamar – “DNA”

“DNA” is the second single from American rapper Kendrick Lamar’s fourth studio album Damn, released on April 14, 2017. The song features guest vocals from American rapper Don Cheadle and is produced by Mike WiLL Made-It. The music video for “DNA” was directed by Nabil and features Lamar walking through a hall of mirrors with scenes from the film Get Out projected onto them.

Kid Cudi – “Pursuit of Happiness”

Kid Cudi – “Pursuit of Happiness”
This song is all about the pursuit of happiness, and the music video does a great job of representing that. The video features Cudi in a number of different trippy settings, including one where he’s driving through a psychedelic world. It’s a great video that perfectly captures the feel of the song.

Logic – “1-800-273-8255”

The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline’s phone number, 1-800-273-8255, appears in big, block letters at the beginning of the video. The majority of the video consists of people of all ages, races, and walks of life going about their day-to-day lives. However, there are also a number of people shown in visibly tough situations, including a man about to jump off a building and a woman being abused by her partner.

Just as the various characters are shown struggling with their problems, the viewer is intermittently shown the 1-800-273-8255 phone number. The clear message is that anyone can be struggling with something, no matter how put together they may look on the outside. And if you or someone you know is struggling, there’s help available.

The video ends with a powerful performance by Logic, Alessia Cara, and Khalid at the 2017 VMAs. As they perform, the camera zooms out to reveal that the stage is set up in front of the Empire State Building. Once again, the 1-800-273-8255 phone number appears on screen, this time followed by information on how to get help if you or someone you know is thinking about suicide.

This heart wrenching but ultimately hope-filled video is a must-watch for anyone who has ever struggled with suicidal thoughts or knows someone who has.

Tyler, the Creator – “Who Dat Boy”

“Who Dat Boy” is a song by American rapper Tyler, the Creator, featuring guest vocals from ASAP Rocky. It was released on June 30, 2017, as the lead single from Tyler’s fourth studio album, Flower Boy. The song was produced by Tyler, the Creator under the pseudonym “Ariel Pink”.

The music video for “Who Dat Boy” was directed by Tyler himself and released on June 30, 2017. The video features Rocky as a patient in a hospital who has undergone severe surgery, with Tyler playing his doctor. The music video has been described as “trippy” and “bizarre”.