Boyz II Men - Water Runs Dry

What this video is

Released April 1995 as the fourth single from Boyz II Men's landmark album II (1994), 'Water Runs Dry' arrived at the apex of the group's commercial dominance. Written and produced by Babyface, the video's desert setting functions as a visual metaphor for a relationship drained of sustenance — a theme that resonated broadly in mid-90s R&B. The video received two 1995 MTV VMA nominations (Best Cinematography, Best…

Why it matters

Represents the apex of the mid-90s R&B vocal harmony group paradigm — four-part a cappella-rooted harmony, Babyface's minimalist production philosophy, and a high-concept visual treatment elevating the ballad format to cinematic scale. The desert location and restrained editing pace distinguish it…

The director

Wayne Isham (born December 2, 1958, Vinita, Oklahoma) is an American music video and film director who has helmed over 150 videos for major artists since the 1980s. He attended UC Santa Barbara and was inspired by David Bowie's 'Ashes to Ashes.' He won a…