Best Videos of 2008

December 15th, 2008

Well, it’s that time of the year again…and I’m not talking about your yearly physical. It’s time to take a look back at the music videos that have graced our television sets and computer screens over the past year. Each of these videos have been chosen for different reasons: whether it’s because they’re super sexy or kinda funny, make you think or make you dance, they’re on the list because they’re just plain awesome. So, here it is in all its glory…The ‘Best Videos of 2008′ list. (cue triumphant music)

Super Sexy vids Whether it’s the lyrics, the collabo or the hot bodies singing the songs, here’s some of the sexiest videos released this year.

Maroon 5 If I Never See Your Face Again(Watch)
This is such a hot collabo, not to mention Rihanna’s looks could kill in this video.
Girlicious Like Me (Watch)
This was Girlicious’ first video after the world watched the group get chosen on their reality show. And with Robin Antin as their creator, there’s no surprise that the video falls into this category.
Rihanna Rehab (Watch)
When combining Rihanna with J.T, ensure that a medic is around. It’s too hot for words.
Usher Love In This Club (Watch)
Only Usher can sing about making love in a club and have it sound sexy.
Pussycat Dolls When I Grow Up (Watch)
I wonder if the Pussycat Dolls knew that when they’d grow up they’d be closing down L.A. streets to sing and dance on cars?
Ne-Yo Miss Independent (Watch)
Ne-Yo knows how to get all the ladies on his side and he did it with this song.

Almost Funny Vids These videos put the ‘OL’ in ‘LOL’. Yes, I said it. Just watch the videos…

Fall Out Boy I Don’t Care (Watch)
Honestly, who didn’t laugh out loud when they saw the Spaghetti Cat?
Weezer Pork and Beans (Watch)
Ok, who didn’t get excited to see all of the famous youtube vids recreated in this music video?
Gym Class Heroes Guilty As Charged (Watch)
You’ve gotta love the old school flicks! Or at the very least seeing the guys of Gym Class Heroes in bell bottoms and fake mustaches.
D. Willz Licka Sto (Watch)
What? You can buy shoes at the licka sto? Who knew!
3 Oh! 3 Don’t Trust Me (Watch)
Any video that has old school wrestling uniforms in it gets a gold star. Having said that, this video gets 2 of ‘em!
Heidi Montag Overdosin’ (Watch)
Oh, Heidi. At least you’ve learned to make fun of yourself before the rest of us can.
Snoop Dogg My Medicine (Watch)
When I first saw this, I was concerned. And then I laughed. And then went back to being concerned.
All-American Rejects Gives You Hell (Watch)
If you hate your next door neighbour, you’ll laugh at this video.

‘What the…?’ Vids This is a mix of videos that leave you a little shocked/intrigued/impressed.
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Gnarls Barkley Who’s Gonna Save My Soul (Watch)
This video caught me off guard when I first saw it and left me a little speechless, in a ‘Wow, his heart just got ripped out and is walking around, but it’s talking, so it’s cute’ kinda way.
N.E.R.D Everyone Nose Remix (Watch)
I love this song, but what I love even more is how scary and border line creepy Kanye’s face is when he says “Would you like some??” and then does his own echo.
The Brighton Port Authority Toe Jam (Watch)
If this doesn’t make you raise an eyebrow, check your pulse.
NKOTB Summertime (Watch)
Remember how much of a shocker this video was when it came out? It was like ‘Omg NKOTB!…Omg they look so old!”
Sia Soon We’ll Be Found (Watch)
After a while, you find it hard to believe that all of those shadows are being made by hands. It’s pretty awesome!
Kanye West Flashing Lights (Watch)
I must admit, I was a little disturbed to see Kanye getting murdered. Was it just me?
Weezer Troublemaker (Watch)
Here’s an impressive video. Who says you can’t break a bunch of world records while shooting a music video?
Seether Breakdown (Watch)
There is something hypnotizing about a rubix cube with a face on it.
Kanye West Good Morning (Watch)
I thought this video was pretty awesome as a cartoon. Besides, I think the Kanye bear is cute.

Get Up And Dance Vids The name of this category says it all. So get up and dance like nobody’s watching…and let’s hope nobody really is.

Katy Perry Hot & Cold (Watch)
This video makes me dance like I can’t hear the music. Think about it.
Q-Tip Gettin’ Up (Watch)
Q-Tip’s still got it! From the days of Tribe to his solo career, he’ll keep you moving to every beat.
Lady GaGa Just Dance (Watch)
You heard the lady. Just dance!
Enur Calabria (Watch)
I don’t know what is being said in this song, but it’s still good.
Kardinal Offishall Dangerous (Watch)
Canadian talent represent! Kardinal just keeps ‘em coming.
Common Universal Mind Control (Watch)
Gotta love the futuristic sounds that this song brings.
Flo Rida Low (Watch)
Can’t you just picture what happens in clubs when this song comes on?
Metro Station Shake It (Watch)
It may not be like a Polaroid and not like a salt shaker, but just shake it, ok?
Chris Brown Forever (Watch)
I hear this song and think of Doublemint Gum…d’oh!
The Cool Kids Black Mags (Watch)
Hey Cool Kids, you really are cool. This is totally a lean back in your car and bob your head to it kinda joint.