10 Dumbest Music Videos Ever Made
5. Whatzupwitu - Eddie Murphy
Any casual fan of comedy doesn't really need to dispute that Eddie Murphy's legacy is secure at this point. Aside from very questionable film choices like the Adventures of Pluto Nash, the risque humor that came from specials like Raw and Delirious have made Murphy one of the most in demand personalities of the entire '80s, along with the drastic turn as Donkey in Shrek. So when he decided that he wanted a singing career too, Whatzupwitu showed that he had a knack for unintentional hilarity as well.
Being a duet with one of his favorite punching bags Michael Jackson, this song is one of the biggest foul balls that the late '80s had to offer, being almost too wholesome for its own good. Looking to switch up his style, this peace and love style of video is one of the most drastic 180s to ever happen in pop culture, as the man who made jokes about Mr. T getting sodomized is now leading a children's chorus with the King of Pop himself.
The whole thing feels like a way to reach across to a new demographic, but the execution is so glittery and sugary that you almost get diabetes if you stare at it for too long. Enjoy the polite applause Eddie, now can you please move on to what you know again?