Werk: Best Dance Moves in a Music Video

Some scenes, like MJ's Smooth Criminal lean, are timeless.

Justin Timberlake and Timbaland "My Love" video
Aaliyah, "Are You That Somebody" - Famed choreographer Fatima Robinson got behind the scenes for this video and managed to work in the energetic Flamenco dance with Aaliyah's laid-back hip hop moves, perfectly complementing Timbaland's production.(Photo: Atlantic Records)
'Work It' Out - After losing "a few pounds" in her waist for ya', Missy Elliott delivered one of her most creative videos to date with "Work It." The video not only featured amazing young dancers, it also served as one of the first tributes of many to Aaliyah and Lisa "Left Eye" Lopes.    (Photo: Elektra Records)
Sean Paul "Get Busy"" - Just about everyone is ready to “Get Busy” on the dance floor in the video for Sean Paul’s single of that name. The singer never steps out from behind the mic, instead serving as the master of ceremonies for everyone’s good times. (Photo: Atlantic Records)Jennifer Lopez, "Love Don't Cost a Thing" - J. Lo made a postcard-pituresque moment an urban experience when she donned cornrows, a crop top and baggy jeans for a dance scene in this video. Flanked by male dancers, Lopez adds a bit of her Latin flavor to a break in the beat.(Photo: EPIC Records) 

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Missy Elliot, "Work It" - Missy Elliot has some of the most creative videos in hip hop, like this VMA-winning one that featured live bumblebees, Mr. Wiggles from the Rock Steady Crew and Missy doing handstands and headspins — without messing up a single strand of her furry Kangol hat.(Photo: Elektra Records)

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