The 5 Funniest Music Videos Ever

The art of the music video is an often overlooked component of a song as a packaged product. Some artists pour their heart and funds into creating a mini-feature competing with blockbuster films, some take a minimal approach and for others, they showcase their humorous side for all to see.

Notorious for their comedic music videos, rock act Foo Fighters are at the top of their creativity after the recent release of their hilarious video for Love Dies Young. The seven-minute laugh-a-thon features the band superimposed on a synchronised swimming team in comical fashion whilst being coached by funnyman Jason Sudeikis. It is as quirky as it sounds - check out the video here:

With Foo Fighters continually setting the bar high for funny music videos, we explore the Top Five comedy visuals which will leave you in stitches.

1. Weezer - Pork And Beans

The Californian rockers capture the essence of parody with their whimsical take of viral Internet moments from the late 2000s, featuring plenty of cameos from the stars of hit YouTube clips from yesteryear.

2. Tenacious D - Tribute

An incredibly iconic music video sees Jack Black and Kyle Gass hijacking a karaoke booth in aid to recount their wacky tale in tribute to the best song in the world. Ridiculous from start to finish, the duo are at their comedic peak in the Tribute video.

3. Eminem - Just Lose It

Rap icon Eminem is an artist who has never been afraid to experiment and add a sprinkle of humour into his songs. The Just Lose It video is a prime example of Slim Shady's off the wall comedy style which features subtle jibes at other stars and erratic behaviour to make for a memorable video.

4. Ludacris - Get Back

An absolute anthem from 2004, the Get Back video is an amusing watch where rapper Ludacris roams around with giant arms and hands, taking everybody out in his path. The self aware humour from Lucadris provides a perfect video as company for a ingenious track.

5. Blink-182 - What's My Age Again?

The punk act supply an abundance of crude and nude is this hysterically shot video, following the antics of the band running around causing havoc. It is bound to leave you in fits of laughter.