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13 of the Most Controversial Music Videos Ever

From Kanye West to Madonna, these gory and graphic clips got people talking — for better or for worse.

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Music videos are a perfect opportunity to expand the story of a song.

The best music videos can showcase killer choreography, Halloween-ready attire, or movie levels of cinematic gold; others can spark controversies, no matter how well-intended. Whether centered around copious bloodshed or near-pornographic nudity (sorry, Mom and Dad), there's one thing all controversial music videos have in common: They get people talking.

Here are 13 music videos released over the past 30-plus years that have sparked disputes. Watch at your own risk.

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Troye Sivan, Kacey Musgraves, And Mark Ronson Team Up For “Easy” Music Video

Giving "Gone Girl" energy

Troye Sivan, Kacey Musgraves - Easy ft. Mark Ronson
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Just weeks ago, indie lovers were treated to a video of Phoebe Bridgers's "Savior Complex" directed by Fleabag's Phoebe Waller-Bridge and starring Normal People's Paul Mescal.

The stacked Phoebe x Phoebe x Paul lineup produced a gorgeous video to a gorgeous song, all while making fans hope for more joint endeavours — especially given Phoebe Bridgers's proven love for trios and collaboration projects.

Now, pop fans have a trio of their own.

Troye Sivan just released a Mark Ronson remix of his song "Easy" alongside a video that co-stars Kacey Musgraves. An earlier version of the song appeared on Sivan's August EP,In A Dream.

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