Annie Lennox - Why (official Music Video) May 2026

: As the song progresses, she transforms into the "Vegas showgirl" character featured on the Diva album cover, complete with a feathered headdress and sequins.

"Why" is the debut solo single by Scottish singer-songwriter , released in 1992 as the lead track from her first solo album, Diva . The song is a powerful ballad that explores themes of a failing relationship, guilt, and the difficulty of communication. The Music Video Annie Lennox - Why (Official Music Video)

Directed by , the music video is widely considered a masterpiece of the genre and won the MTV Video Music Award for Best Female Video in 1992. : As the song progresses, she transforms into

: Lennox has described the song as a personal reflection on her decision to go solo after the breakup of Eurythmics . She wrote the song in about 10 minutes, questioning her ability to write music alone and where her life was headed. The Music Video Directed by , the music

: Critics have praised the video for its portrayal of vulnerability, noting that the act of "masking" herself with stage makeup makes her appear more exposed rather than hidden.

Watch the official music video to see Annie Lennox's celebrated transformation and performance: Annie Lennox - Why (Official Music Video) AnnieLennoxVEVO YouTube• Oct 2, 2009