The List: Best Music Videos, According to Experts and Fans “Thriller” Michael Jackson (1983) This iconic music video featuring the King of Pop, cost a half a million dollars to make. ... “Sledgehammer” Peter Gabriel (1986) ... “Take On Me” A-Ha (1985) ... “Smells Like Teen Spirit” Nirvana (1991) ... “Like A Prayer” Madonna (1989) Feb 21, 2023