The Best Pop Punk Music Videos
Contents
- Introduction
- The Story So Far – “All Distortions Are Intentional”
- Mayday Parade – “Miserable at Best”
- All Time Low – “Dear Maria, Count Me In”
- Blink-182 – “All The Small Things”
- Neck Deep – “Can’t Kick Up the Roots”
- Sum 41 – “In Too Deep”
- The Wonder Years – “Passing Through a Screen Door”
- New Found Glory – “My Friends Over You”
- The Offspring – “Self Esteem”
- Conclusion
In this blog post, we’ll be counting down the best pop punk music videos of all time. From early 2000s classics to more recent hits, these are the videos that defined the genre.
Introduction
Pop punk music videos are fast becoming a popular genre unto themselves. The mix of high energy, catchy tunes, and often hilarious storylines makes for some very entertaining viewing. Here are ten of the best pop punk music videos currently doing the rounds.
1. All Time Low – “Weightless”
2. Blink-182 – “Always”
3. Fall Out Boy – “Dance, Dance”
4. Good Charlotte – “I Just Wanna Live”
5. New Found Glory – “My Friends Over You”
6. Sum 41 – “In Too Deep”
7. The All-American Rejects – “Swing, Swing”
8. The Ataris – “The Boys of Summer”
9. Yellowcard – “Ocean Avenue”
The Story So Far – “All Distortions Are Intentional”
The Story So Far’s “All Distortions Are Intentional” is one of the best pop punk music videos out right now. The video tells the story of a young man who is struggling with his mental health and turns to music to help him cope. The video is incredibly powerful and moving, and it’s a must-watch for any fan of the genre.
Mayday Parade – “Miserable at Best”
Mayday Parade’s “Miserable at Best” is one of the best pop punk music videos of all time. The video tells the story of a young couple in love, and how their relationship is put to the test when the girl is diagnosed with cancer. The video is incredibly emotional, and it will leave you feeling inspired and hopeful.
All Time Low – “Dear Maria, Count Me In”
Released in 2007, All Time Low’s “Dear Maria, Count Me In” remains one of the best pop punk music videos of all time. The video tells the story of a young woman named Maria who falls in love with a musician, only to be heartbroken when he leaves her for the road. The song is an anthem for anyone who’s ever been cheated on or left behind, and the video perfectly captures the pain and frustration of being in a one-sided relationship.
Blink-182 – “All The Small Things”
Released in 1999 as the lead single from their third album, Enema of the State, Blink-182’s “All The Small Things” is a pop punk anthem that cemented the band’s place in the mainstream. The accompanying music video was directed by lensman Marc Klasfeld and features the band members (Mark Hoppus, Tom DeLonge and Travis Barker) acting out various comedic vignettes alongside female models. These include DeLonge stealing money from a group of cheerleaders, Barker breakdancing in a public park and Hoppus eating food off the floor of a gas station bathroom. Interspersed with these are shots of the band performing the song in front of a projections of hundreds of images, including TV static, math equations and bikini-clad women. It’s a fun, irreverent clip that perfectly encapsulates Blink-182’s approach to both music and life.
Neck Deep – “Can’t Kick Up the Roots”
Neck Deep’s “Can’t Kick Up the Roots” is the perfect example of a pop punk music video done right. It tells the story of a young man who’s trying to find his place in the world, and features plenty of teenage angst and hijinks along the way. The video is also packed with cameos from some of the biggest names in pop punk, including Mark Hoppus, Tom DeLonge, and Pete Wentz.
Sum 41 – “In Too Deep”
“In Too Deep” is a song by Canadian rock band Sum 41. It was released in 2001 as the second single from their second studio album, Does This Look Infected?. The song peaked at number 10 on the US Billboard Modern Rock Tracks chart and number 24 on the UK Singles Chart. A music video directed by Marc Klasfeld was released to promote the single.
The Wonder Years – “Passing Through a Screen Door”
The Wonder Years are an American pop punk band from Pennsylvania that formed in June 2005. The band is composed of frontman Dan Campbell, lead guitarist Matt Brasch, rhythm guitarist Casey Cavaliere, bassist Mike Kennedy, and drummer Josh Martin.
The band’s name originates from a picture of young Campbell and his family taken in the summer of 1988. The photo is often mistakenly attributed to freedom fighter Nelson Mandela, who was released from prison that year.
“Passing Through a Screen Door” is the first single from The Wonder Years’ fourth studio album No Closer to Heaven. The song was released to radio on August 4, 2015, and to digital retailers on August 18.
New Found Glory – “My Friends Over You”
New Found Glory’s “My Friends Over You” is the perfect example of a pop punk music video done right. The video follows the band as they travel around Los Angeles, playing various shows and meeting various fans. The video is intercut with footage of the band members goofing off and having fun, which perfectly encapsulates the energy and spirit of pop punk. The video ends with a live performance of the song, which is sure to get you pumped up and ready to rock out.
The Offspring – “Self Esteem”
The Offspring – “Self Esteem”
The Offspring’s video for “Self Esteem” is the perfect example of a pop punk music video. The video is set in a high school, and it follows the band as they perform in front of a group of students. The students are shown to be enjoying the performance, and the video ends with the band playing in front of a large group of people.
Conclusion
To sum it all up, the best pop punk music videos are those that are genuine, creative, and capture the essence of the song. They don’t have to be big budget affairs, but they should be well-thought-out and executed with care. There are many great pop punk music videos out there, so it’s up to you to find your favorites. Thanks for watching!
