Britney Spears Reveals “Gimme More” Is Her Worst Music Video: “I Don’t Like It At All – It’s So Tacky

Britney Spears, the pop sensation, has never been one to shy away from candidly sharing her life experiences. Her new memoir, “The Woman In Me,” is no exception. In this tell-all book, Britney opens up about various aspects of her life, including her music career, family issues, and the Justin Timberlake scandal. Notably, she does not hold back in expressing her opinions about her own work. Among her revelations is the surprising admission that her 2007 music video for “Gimme More” is her least favorite of all time. Let’s delve into this revelation, the background of the music video, the reception it received, and Britney’s take on it.

“Gimme More” is a song by Britney Spears from her fifth studio album, “Blackout.” This album marked a turning point in Britney’s career as it came at a time when she was under intense media scrutiny and public speculation due to her personal life struggles. “Gimme More” was released on August 31, 2007, by Jive Records. The song is known for its iconic opening line: “It’s Britney, b*tch.”

The music video for “Gimme More” was directed by Jake Sarfaty and premiered on October 5, 2007. This video is significant not only for the song but also because it represented Britney’s comeback after a tumultuous period in her life.

Upon its release, the “Gimme More” music video received mixed reviews. The video featured Britney dancing around a stripper pole and donning a blonde wig, which was seen as a bold and provocative choice. Some critics praised the video’s editing and Britney’s performance in it, acknowledging its edgy and provocative style.

However, not all reviews were positive. Critics also described the video as “smutty” and “disappointing.” The video’s content was deemed controversial due to its overtly sexual nature. Interestingly, it drew comparisons to Lindsay Lohan’s film “I Know Who Killed Me,” where Lohan also portrayed a bad-ass stripper character.

In her memoir, Britney Spears unreservedly expressed her dislike for the “Gimme More” music video. She went as far as to call it “the worst video I’ve ever shot in my life.” She elaborated on her feelings by explaining that she doesn’t like the video at all because it’s “so tacky” and it gives the impression that they had a meager budget, suggesting, “It looks like we only spent three thousand dollars to shoot it.”

Britney’s assessment of the video comes as a surprise to many, considering the song and the video are still remembered as a pivotal moment in her career. While the video might be considered simpler compared to some of her more intricate works, it remains iconic in the eyes of her fans.

Despite her critical view of the video, Britney did acknowledge that, “even though it was bad,” it worked for what it was. The video essentially depicts Britney chatting with friends in a bar before taking to the pole for some pole dancing.

However, what Britney takes pride in during that era is her album “Blackout,” which includes the track “Gimme More.” She described it as “one of the easiest and most satisfying albums I ever made.” She further expressed her creative freedom during the making of the album, working with talented producers, and appreciating the lack of overthinking in the creative process.

While Britney Spears may have her reservations about the “Gimme More” music video, it’s worth noting that fan reactions to the video have been overwhelmingly positive over the years. Fans have appreciated not only the song but also the video’s bold and provocative visuals. Many fans have commented that the video remains phenomenal, and the song itself is still considered fresh even years after its release.

It’s also Interesting to note that this is not the first time the “Gimme More” video has faced criticism. A Reddit thread from 2013 discussed “Gimme More” as a pop song with a terrible music video, indicating that opinions about the video have varied over time.

In her memoir, Britney also touched on her performance of “Gimme More” at the 2007 MTV VMAs, revealing that she was anxious and underprepared for the performance. This revelation gives insight into the pressures and challenges she faced during that period of her career.

Britney Spears’s candid revelation about her least favorite music video, “Gimme More,” provides a glimpse into her perspective on her own work. While the video received mixed reviews upon its release, it remains a significant moment in her career and continues to be celebrated by her fans. Britney’s honest and unfiltered commentary on her work adds another layer of understanding to her journey as a pop icon, showcasing the complexities of fame and the creative process.