description Everybody Hurts - R.E.M. Overview
The "Everybody Hurts" music video for R.E.M. features lead singer Michael Stipe navigating a Los Angeles traffic jam while visually representing feelings of isolation and despair. Shot in 1990, it’s notable for its stark black-and-white cinematography and evocative imagery reflecting the song's themes. The video is appreciated by fans of alternative music and those interested in examining visual interpretations of emotional distress.
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Everybody Hurts - R.E.M. ranks #67 of 93 in the Music Video ranking, behind Ray of Light - Madonna, ahead of Express Yourself - Madonna.
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What is the concept of R.E.M.'s Everybody Hurts music video?
The video depicts a massive traffic jam on a highway, with the camera moving between the stopped cars to reveal the internal thoughts of the drivers and passengers. Singer Michael Stipe walks among the vehicles as subtitles display the characters' inner monologues.
What album is Everybody Hurts from?
'Everybody Hurts' is from R.E.M.'s 1992 album 'Automatic for the People,' which is considered one of the band's greatest works. The album also includes 'Man on the Moon' and 'Nightswimming.'
Who directed the Everybody Hurts music video?
The 'Everybody Hurts' video was directed by Jake Scott, son of director Ridley Scott. The video's emotional power comes from its simple concept of revealing the private despair behind the windows of ordinary cars.
When was Everybody Hurts released as a single?
'Everybody Hurts' was released as a single in 1993 from the 'Automatic for the People' album. The song became one of R.E.M.'s most beloved and enduring hits, often cited for its message about persevering through emotional pain.
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