Originally Posted By: JohnJohnJohn
Originally Posted By: Deryk - PG Music
I find my favourite lyric videos also incorporate subtle imagery. A great example is the lyric video for "Night Still Come" by Neko Case (linked below). The imagery in the background is subtle enough so as not to distract from the music, but also interesting enough to keep your attention.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qhnFl3Y2FVI

When it comes to what software to use or literal techniques I haven't a clue - but I would love to hear other's personal experiences with making lyric videos, especially having never made one myself.

That is a really good example but I would note that they are using video clips rather than static images and that makes a huge difference! Lyric videos that just do slideshows can be pretty boring and like you said the imagery needs to be interesting but not distracting.


I definitely agree. Of course, with limited resources sometimes you need to make due with what you have.

Another really well done lyric video in my opinion is the one for "Danger and Play" by Buck 65, linked below. It is hip hop so some people here may not enjoy the tune, but the video is quite well done for a lyric video. Another fine example of the points I mentioned prior smile

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QtlYCU6pois

Cheers,
Deryk