The 'tough on the road' video was staple of the 80's and we posted about a classic, Dead or Alive, not too long ago.
Look, folks, we know we're talking about millionaire rock stars here, but touring is hard work. These videos all have the same elements. On stage, on the bus, weary band members on and behind both, lots of slow mo. It really works in slow mo. To that end here's the best 'tough on the road videos'.
Journey:
Men in their 30's in the 1980's. Who said everything in the 80's was cool? Those guys in Journey most certainly were not cool. And they ain't ironic. Look at Steve Perry at the 2:15 mark. He's drenched in sweat. Look at him belt it out to the back row. He means it. Now, most male singers sing love songs meant for women. Steve Perry wrote love songs for men about their women.
Poison, you know the one:
That's good song writing there. C.C. Deville is a very underrated guitarist with some great riffs in this song. Don't think touring is hard? Well there's Brett Michaels getting his ankles wrapped.
You knew this one was coming, needing no intro to any child of the 80's or anyone who watched MTV:
Just a perfect video. I mean, the shot with crutches; how are you not teary eyed you inhuman monster? I wonder what the chick the who gets her shirt lifted up is doing now? She's nearing 50.
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