This post has not been vetted or endorsed by BuzzFeed's editorial staff. BuzzFeed Community is a place where anyone can create a post or quiz. Try making your own!

Posted on Aug 1, 2011

The First 5 Videos Played On MTV

MTV began broadcasting 30 years ago today. The first video ever aired is common knowledge, but what else was played that day? Click here for a full list of videos aired August 1, 1981.

by Xavier Stagecoach

Community Contributor

1. Video #1: Video Killed the Radio Star
2. Video #2: Pat Benetar - You Better Run
3. Video #3: Rod Stewart - She Won't Dance With Me

This video was played an additional 6 times that day making it the first video in "heavy rotation"
4. Video #4- The Who - You Better You Bet
5. Video #5- PH.d - Little Susie's On The Up

The First 5 Videos Played On MTV

1. Video #1: Video Killed the Radio Star

2. Video #2: Pat Benetar - You Better Run

3. Video #3: Rod Stewart - She Won't Dance With Me

4. Video #4- The Who - You Better You Bet

5. Video #5- PH.d - Little Susie's On The Up

Share This Article

BuzzFeed Daily