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Here you go. At least I try and explain why - U2 aren't exactly known for their good videos but they do make a good go at it on occasion!
Discotheque (1996) You either hate or love this one. I love it. This is the video that should really be played more often. Instead, a lot of people couldn't quite grasp the concept of U2 having a bit of fun, so it isn't. Shame.
Mysterious Ways (1991) From the same director as Discotheque, this is one of those videos which has become intrinsically linked with the song. Admit it - when you hear Mysterious Ways you think dancing snakes!
Lemon (1993) Where to start on this masterpiece? Men in motion. Widescreen. Black and white, yet also colour. Deadpan. Simple. Ridiculous. Yet great.
All I Want Is You (1988) Again those favourites of black and white and widescreen. Always brings a touch of class. But what's this? U2 are barely in this video! No matter, we're too bothered about who died at the end (by the way, it is the small guy. I think).
The Unforgettable Fire (1985) Okay, so parts of it are a rip-off from New Year's Day, but it matters not. Another one of those videos which follows the mood, with the song itself conjuring up its images. And who can fail to be impressed by those twirly lit-up carnival thingies? (I'm sure someone can contribute the correct terminology there!)
One (1992) Three to choose from here, but in this case I'm talking about the buffalo version. This really is simplicity itself - and again, for the most part, U2 are barely in it. In fact, it would have been better had they been left out. Minimalistastic!
Numb (1993) You'll probably notice that most of the best videos have a simple premise. In this one, it's to try and put Edge off his singing. Fair play to the lad, he manages to keep a straight face... but did they really do it in one take?!
Beautiful Day (2000) Little did us believers know it at the time, but this could very well have been the video which safeguarded U2's future, at least for the next few years. Carpets, apples and airplanes all feature. Nice hair Bono!
The Fly (1991) "Prepare for Zoo TV" was the main point behind this one... get ready for the new U2. It also helped that his was also the best ever performance video by the group. Complete with what appears to be a flying Larry.
Miss Sarajevo (1995) Technically not a U2 video, but hey let's not quibble. Bill Carter's documentary spliced with more performance video, it works perfectly. And it actually does seem to carry a message.
Red Hill Mining Town (1987) Possibly the most talked about U2 video of all time, and little wonder. A myriad of cameo appearances - not least from the foursome's naked bodies - and amazing special effects mark this out as a classic. What do you mean you haven't seen it?!
Discotheque (1996) You either hate or love this one. I love it. This is the video that should really be played more often. Instead, a lot of people couldn't quite grasp the concept of U2 having a bit of fun, so it isn't. Shame.
Mysterious Ways (1991) From the same director as Discotheque, this is one of those videos which has become intrinsically linked with the song. Admit it - when you hear Mysterious Ways you think dancing snakes!
Lemon (1993) Where to start on this masterpiece? Men in motion. Widescreen. Black and white, yet also colour. Deadpan. Simple. Ridiculous. Yet great.
All I Want Is You (1988) Again those favourites of black and white and widescreen. Always brings a touch of class. But what's this? U2 are barely in this video! No matter, we're too bothered about who died at the end (by the way, it is the small guy. I think).
The Unforgettable Fire (1985) Okay, so parts of it are a rip-off from New Year's Day, but it matters not. Another one of those videos which follows the mood, with the song itself conjuring up its images. And who can fail to be impressed by those twirly lit-up carnival thingies? (I'm sure someone can contribute the correct terminology there!)
One (1992) Three to choose from here, but in this case I'm talking about the buffalo version. This really is simplicity itself - and again, for the most part, U2 are barely in it. In fact, it would have been better had they been left out. Minimalistastic!
Numb (1993) You'll probably notice that most of the best videos have a simple premise. In this one, it's to try and put Edge off his singing. Fair play to the lad, he manages to keep a straight face... but did they really do it in one take?!
Beautiful Day (2000) Little did us believers know it at the time, but this could very well have been the video which safeguarded U2's future, at least for the next few years. Carpets, apples and airplanes all feature. Nice hair Bono!
The Fly (1991) "Prepare for Zoo TV" was the main point behind this one... get ready for the new U2. It also helped that his was also the best ever performance video by the group. Complete with what appears to be a flying Larry.
Miss Sarajevo (1995) Technically not a U2 video, but hey let's not quibble. Bill Carter's documentary spliced with more performance video, it works perfectly. And it actually does seem to carry a message.
Red Hill Mining Town (1987) Possibly the most talked about U2 video of all time, and little wonder. A myriad of cameo appearances - not least from the foursome's naked bodies - and amazing special effects mark this out as a classic. What do you mean you haven't seen it?!