Again this year, music videos have proven to be one of the most manageable and malleable media we have. They can last a few minutes or an hour, they can explore issues of identity and race, or they can show off some of the fiercest dance moves. They can take the form of 'DIY' silliness or a Hollywood extravaganza, they can offer up-and-coming talent and their sense of aesthetics or legends saying goodbye to their fans with videos. Here are the editors' picks for the best videos of 2016 that we've watched over and over again this past year.
