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In which decade was the Grammy Award for Best Music Video first presented?
Answer: False
Explanation: The award was first presented in 1984, which falls within the 1980s, not the 1970s.
Was the award category initially named 'Best Music Video'?
Answer: False
Explanation: The award was originally named the Grammy Award for Best Video, Short Form.
Were the music video award categories temporarily bifurcated into 'Best Concept Music Video' and 'Best Performance Music Video' in the late 1980s?
Answer: True
Explanation: Yes, the award criteria were adjusted in 1988 and 1989, leading to the presentation of awards under the separate categories of Best Concept Music Video and Best Performance Music Video.
Is the award category currently designated as 'Best Music Video, Short Form'?
Answer: False
Explanation: The category was known as 'Best Music Video, Short Form' from 1986 to 1997. Subsequently, it was renamed 'Best Short Form Music Video' until 2012, and since 2013, it has been simply 'Best Music Video'.
Was the name of the category 'Best Music Video, Short Form' from 1986 until 1997?
Answer: True
Explanation: Yes, the category was officially known as 'Best Music Video, Short Form' during the period of 1986 through 1997.
Were the award criteria modified in 1988 and 1989, resulting in separate categories for concept and performance videos?
Answer: True
Explanation: Yes, the award criteria were indeed changed in 1988 and 1989, leading to the temporary establishment of distinct categories for Best Concept Music Video and Best Performance Music Video.
Was the category name changed to 'Best Short Form Music Video' after 1997 and retained until 2012?
Answer: True
Explanation: Yes, the category was renamed 'Best Short Form Music Video' following the 1997 awards and remained under this designation until 2012.
In which year was the Grammy Award for Best Music Video first introduced?
Answer: 1984
Explanation: The Grammy Award for Best Music Video was first presented in 1984.
Which of the following was the *original* name for the Best Music Video Grammy category?
Answer: Best Video, Short Form
Explanation: The award category was initially named the Grammy Award for Best Video, Short Form.
For how many years did the award category operate under the name 'Best Music Video, Short Form'?
Answer: From 1986 to 1997
Explanation: The category was known as 'Best Music Video, Short Form' for a period spanning from 1986 through 1997, a total of 12 years.
During which years were the music video awards presented under the separate categories of 'Best Concept Music Video' and 'Best Performance Music Video'?
Answer: 1988 and 1989
Explanation: The award categories were split into 'Best Concept Music Video' and 'Best Performance Music Video' for the years 1988 and 1989.
Has the Grammy Award for Best Music Video consistently recognized performers, directors, and producers since its inception?
Answer: False
Explanation: While the award generally recognizes performers, directors, and producers, an exception occurred in its inaugural years (1984 and 1985) when only the performing artist received the accolade.
Does the Grammy Award for Best Music Video prioritize artistic and technical merit over commercial success metrics such as album sales?
Answer: True
Explanation: The Grammy Awards, including the Best Music Video category, aim to honor artistic achievement and technical proficiency, irrespective of commercial indicators like album sales or chart position.
Is the award for Best Music Video presented by the National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences?
Answer: True
Explanation: The National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences of the United States is the body responsible for presenting the Grammy Award for Best Music Video.
Does the award distinguish between short-form music videos and longer-form musical content?
Answer: True
Explanation: Yes, the Grammy Award for Best Music Video specifically honors quality short-form music videos, distinguishing it from the Best Music Film award, which is designated for longer-form musical content.
Is the award for Best Music Video presented by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA)?
Answer: False
Explanation: The award is presented by the National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences of the United States, not the RIAA.
Does the Grammy Award for Best Music Video exclusively honor artistic merit, disregarding technical aspects?
Answer: False
Explanation: The award recognizes both artistic achievement and technical proficiency in short-form music videos, not solely artistic merit.
What is the primary objective of the Grammy Award for Best Music Video?
Answer: To honor outstanding artistic achievement and technical proficiency in short-form music videos.
Explanation: The award is presented to recognize outstanding artistic achievement and technical proficiency specifically within the realm of short-form music videos.
Which entity is responsible for presenting the Grammy Award for Best Music Video?
Answer: The National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences of the United States
Explanation: The award is presented by the National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences of the United States.
The Grammy Awards aim to honor excellence in the recording industry, irrespective of which factor?
Answer: Album sales or chart position
Explanation: The Grammy Awards strive to recognize artistic achievement and overall excellence, without regard to commercial metrics such as album sales or chart position.
Typically, who are recognized as the recipients of the Best Music Video award?
Answer: The performing artist, director, and producer.
Explanation: The award is presented to the performing artist, the director, and the producer(s) involved in the creation of the winning music video.
What is the fundamental difference between the Grammy Award for Best Music Video and the Grammy Award for Best Music Film?
Answer: Best Music Video is for short-form content, Best Music Film is for longer-form content.
Explanation: The Best Music Video award specifically recognizes short-form content, whereas the Best Music Film award is designated for longer-form musical productions.
Did Madonna win the Best Music Video award in 1999 for her video 'Vogue'?
Answer: False
Explanation: Madonna won the Best Music Video award in 1999, but it was for the video 'Ray of Light,' not 'Vogue'.
Was the music video 'Weapon of Choice', performed by Fatboy Slim, a recipient of the Best Music Video award in 2002?
Answer: True
Explanation: Yes, the music video 'Weapon of Choice', performed by Fatboy Slim and directed by Spike Jonze, won the Best Music Video award in 2002.
Did Johnny Cash win the Best Music Video award twice, for 'Hurt' in 2004 and 'God's Gonna Cut You Down' in 2008?
Answer: True
Explanation: Indeed, Johnny Cash received the Best Music Video award for 'Hurt' in 2004 and again for 'God's Gonna Cut You Down' in 2008.
Did The Beatles win the Best Music Video award in 1997 for the song 'Free as a Bird'?
Answer: True
Explanation: Yes, The Beatles received the award in 1997 for their music video 'Free as a Bird'.
Did Michael Jackson win the Best Music Video award in 1990 for 'Billie Jean'?
Answer: False
Explanation: Michael Jackson won the Best Music Video award in 1990, but it was for the video 'Leave Me Alone,' not 'Billie Jean'.
Did David Bowie win the first-ever Grammy for Best Music Video in 1984?
Answer: False
Explanation: David Bowie won the award in 1985 for 'Jazzin' for Blue Jean.' The first award in 1984 was presented to Duran Duran for 'Hungry Like the Wolf'/'Girls on Film'.
Was the 2019 award for Best Music Video presented to Childish Gambino for 'This Is America'?
Answer: True
Explanation: Yes, Childish Gambino (Donald Glover) received the 2019 award for the music video 'This Is America'.
Did the Foo Fighters win the Best Music Video award in 2001 for the song 'Everlong'?
Answer: False
Explanation: The Foo Fighters won the Best Music Video award in 2001, but it was for the video 'Learn to Fly,' not 'Everlong'.
Did Beyoncé win the Best Music Video award in 2017 for 'Formation' and again in 2021 for 'Brown Skin Girl'?
Answer: True
Explanation: Yes, Beyoncé received the award in 2017 for 'Formation' and subsequently in 2021 for 'Brown Skin Girl'.
Did Peter Gabriel win the Best Music Video award in consecutive years, 1993 and 1994?
Answer: True
Explanation: Yes, Peter Gabriel achieved consecutive wins in this category, receiving the award in 1993 for 'Digging in the Dirt' and again in 1994 for 'Steam'.
Was R.E.M.'s winning video in 1992 for the song 'Everybody Hurts'?
Answer: False
Explanation: R.E.M. won the Best Music Video award in 1992, but it was for the song 'Losing My Religion,' not 'Everybody Hurts'.
Was Kendrick Lamar the winner of the 2025 Best Music Video award for directing his own video, 'Not Like Us'?
Answer: False
Explanation: While Kendrick Lamar won the 2025 award for 'Not Like Us' and was a co-director, the statement implies sole direction, which is inaccurate as Dave Free also shared directing credit.
For which music video(s) did Duran Duran receive the award in 1984?
Answer: "Hungry Like the Wolf"/"Girls on Film"
Explanation: Duran Duran won the inaugural Best Music Video award in 1984 for their music videos 'Hungry Like the Wolf' and 'Girls on Film'.
Which artist's rendition of the song 'Hurt' earned the Best Music Video award in 2004?
Answer: Johnny Cash
Explanation: Johnny Cash won the Best Music Video award in 2004 for his critically acclaimed rendition of the song 'Hurt'.
Who directed the music video 'Weapon of Choice,' which received the award in 2002?
Answer: Spike Jonze
Explanation: The award-winning music video 'Weapon of Choice' in 2002 was directed by Spike Jonze.
In 2016, Taylor Swift won the Best Music Video award for 'Bad Blood'. Which artist was featured in the video?
Answer: Kendrick Lamar
Explanation: The 2016 award-winning video for Taylor Swift's 'Bad Blood' featured Kendrick Lamar.
For which song did R.E.M. win the Best Music Video award in 1992?
Answer: "Losing My Religion"
Explanation: R.E.M. won the Best Music Video award in 1992 for their song 'Losing My Religion'.
Who won the Best Music Video award in 2019 for the music video 'This Is America'?
Answer: Both A and C
Explanation: Childish Gambino, the artistic name for Donald Glover, won the 2019 award for 'This Is America'. Both options A and C refer to the same individual.
Which artist won the Best Music Video award in 1999 for 'Ray of Light'?
Answer: Madonna
Explanation: Madonna received the Best Music Video award in 1999 for her video 'Ray of Light'.
What collaborative music video project received the award in 1986?
Answer: "We Are the World – The Video Event" by USA for Africa
Explanation: The award in 1986 was presented to 'We Are the World – The Video Event,' a project by USA for Africa.
Which of the following music videos won the Best Music Video award during the 2010s?
Answer: "Suit & Tie" (2014)
Explanation: Among the options provided, 'Suit & Tie' by Justin Timberlake, which won in 2014, is the only video that received the award during the 2010s decade.
Who were the recipients of the Best Music Video award in 2021 for 'Brown Skin Girl'?
Answer: All of the above
Explanation: The award in 2021 for 'Brown Skin Girl' was presented to Wizkid, Blue Ivy, and Beyoncé.
Which band won the Best Music Video award in 1987 for 'Brothers in Arms'?
Answer: Dire Straits
Explanation: Dire Straits received the Best Music Video award in 1987 for their music video 'Brothers in Arms'.
Which artist won the Grammy for Best Music Video in 2011 for 'Bad Romance'?
Answer: Lady Gaga
Explanation: Lady Gaga received the Best Music Video award in 2011 for her music video 'Bad Romance'.
In 1996, the music video 'Scream' won the Best Music Video award. Which two artists collaborated on this project?
Answer: Michael Jackson and Janet Jackson
Explanation: The 1996 award-winning music video 'Scream' was a collaboration between Michael Jackson and Janet Jackson.
Who won the Best Music Video award in 2018 for the video 'Humble'?
Answer: Kendrick Lamar
Explanation: Kendrick Lamar won the Best Music Video award in 2018 for his video 'Humble'.
What Pharrell Williams song won the Grammy for Best Music Video in 2015?
Answer: "Happy"
Explanation: Pharrell Williams' song 'Happy' received the Grammy for Best Music Video in 2015.
In 2023, Taylor Swift received the Best Music Video award for directing her own video, *All Too Well: The Short Film*. Did this mark a unique directorial achievement for her?
Answer: True
Explanation: Yes, Taylor Swift's 2023 win for *All Too Well: The Short Film* was notable as she became the first artist to win the category with a sole directing credit for her own work.
Does Kendrick Lamar hold the record for the most wins as a performer in the Best Music Video category?
Answer: True
Explanation: Yes, Kendrick Lamar holds the record for the most wins as a performer in this category, with three awards.
Is Mark Romanek the sole director credited with winning the Best Music Video award three times?
Answer: True
Explanation: Yes, Mark Romanek holds the record for the most directorial wins in this category, having achieved three victories.
Based on the provided information, which artist has NOT won the Best Music Video award?
Answer: Björk
Explanation: According to the source material, Björk holds the record for the most nominations in this category without a win, indicating she has not won the award.
Which director holds the record for the most wins in the Best Music Video category?
Answer: Mark Romanek
Explanation: Mark Romanek holds the record for the most directorial wins in the Best Music Video category, with three awards.