narrative music videos

Music is a universal language. We may not understand the words all the time, but we’ll feel the rhythm, the emotion and the soul of a powerful song. The Beyond the Short Indie Music Video winners showcases incredible works of narrative music from a diverse, talented group of artists, performers, music video directors and crew.

Explore our entire curated catalog of powerful, emotionally driven music videos.

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“Romántico Ilógico-Pash” by ZUMO (Joshua Stoker & Luis Camaño)

In a realm of solitude, a wandering man grapples with the echoes of his past when a former lover visits him.

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“Lista-Nikki Lorenzo” by Bianca Poletti

A chaotic dance of love and self-destruction, entangled in toxicity a couple finds themselves drawn back together, navigating the thin line between passion and peril.

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“'Decisions’- Semiirè” by Mick Soiza

In the music video for 'Decisions,' an emotional journey unfolds as symbolic imagery of arrows and wings vividly narrate the inner conflict of a tough choice: to release or reclaim a connection. Rooted in a profound belief in love's endurance, this visual narrative explores resilience and determination amidst uncertainty, echoing the heartfelt plea of the song for a return despite imperfections.

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“Un puits très profond- Émilie Laforest” by Frédérique Bérubé

Émilie is alone in her well. During her journey inside, she will discover the most beautiful landscapes.

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“Kalliyankatt Neeli- Thaikkudam Bridge” by Naren Ajith

A gory folklore from Kerala, India, romanticised through soul stirring music by the popular band Thaikkudam Bridge.

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“Ruff Sqwad - Flee FM Film” by Dumas Haddad

Grime pioneers RUFF SQWAD ignite a cinematic odyssey with a powerful love letter to London's iconic pirate radio scene.

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“BAGGEN - SAMI RIVER” by Bruno Nogarotto

Sami River is the last man in the world in Baggen's video clip: with his face painted in black and white, he wanders alone in abandoned and decadent spaces in a crescendo of frustration. An accumulation of tension that is released on the chorus, in which director Bruno Nogarotto promptly inserts some slow-motion shots of explosions, destruction and flames.