Narrative in Music Videos

For my music video I have decided I would like it to have a narrative. The main feel of the song is very major and jolly, with a 'feel good' vibe. It also makes me think of Summer so I want my narrative to be happy.

I googled 'Music videos with love narrative' and found a youtube playlist called "20 Best Music Videos that Story Tell" to look for elements that narrative music videos involve. I've written notes on the things I like:


The narrative is clear and obvious. The love story is effective with interesting and original camera shots. The acting here is exaggerated, especially with the expressions, as no speech is used.

Gwen Stefani - Cool
Includes flash backs of when they were together, showing there love with warm lighting.
Dress codes - with red dress, however some of the costumes are a bit too 'glam' for an Indie genre.
A lot of slow motion and focus on the eyes, however this is more of a sad love song.

Watching the rest of the videos in this playlist, it became apparent to me that each video either was a 'love tradegy' or had a 'struggle' in their relationship.
 For example Bruno Mars' Grenade is totally depressing, and definitely isn't what I'd like my music video to be like!
 However, as most music videos do feature a problem with in the story line, I have decided that my teenage couple are going to experience a 'problem' with in their relationship.