Have you ever wondered what goes on inside the mind of your favorite musician? How do their ideas get from inspiration to the world’s greatest hits?
There’s no denying that it’s amazing how these people do their work, but what’s even better is getting access to the behind the scenes on how these masterpieces are created. If you’re a true music lover, you’re well aware that a song goes beyond beats and melodies. There’s always a story behind every lyric, every hook, and every note – and that’s what makes music special.
Fortunately, there are now a lot of music documentaries that tell the stories of some of the biggest artists, and the inspiration behind their best hits.
Here, we’ll be sharing must-watch documentaries that will give you a front-row seat to the magic that happens behind the curtains. The best part? These documentaries are available on several streaming platforms like Netflix, Disney+, Go Latino TV, Hulu, and more. Let’s start!
1. Miss Americana (2022)
This Netflx documentary offers a closer look at Taylor Swift’s rise to superstardom and the challenges she faced in the public eye. If you’re a Swiftie, a.k.a Taylor Swift’s fan, you know how much hate she has received and is still receiving up until today. However, in this documentary, you will see her struggles with eating disorders, body image, and industry pressure overall.
There’s no doubt that Taylor is one of the most talented singer and songwriter in this generation. But how she used her music as a form of self-expression and empowerment is something not all artists can do.
2. Sam Smith: Love Goes – Live at Abbey Road Studios (2020)
Sam Smith’s Love Goes documentary is an intimate story of his vulnerability as an artist. Once you watch this, you’ll see how they poured his heart and soul into their live performance of their album Love Goes in the the four walls of Abbey Road Studios. If you want to appreciate Sam Smith’s voice and artistry, this documentary is definitely a must-watch.
3. HOMECOMING: A film by Beyoncé (2019)
Beyoncé’s visually stunning and critically acclaimed documentary is all about her Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival Performances in 2018. HOMECOMING is more than just a concert film – it’s a powerful celebration of Black culture and female empowerment. We all know that Queen Bey can deliver anything, and she did. This documentary film is like a well-written love letter to her heritage, which left many people in awe.
4. Ariana Grande: excuse me, i love you (2020)
As someone who have watched Ariana Grande’s Sweetener World Tour concert, there’s really no negative thing to say about Ariana’s singing abilities. And if you’ve missed this concert and want to see more than just a glimpse of her tour, this Netflix documentary is something you shouldn’t miss. Like most documentaries about concert tours, excuse me, i love you is all about Ariana Grande’s challenges throughout her world tour, how her incredible team works behind the scenes to create an excellent show for fans, and the rollercoaster ride of emotions that keeps her connected to music.
5. Michael Jackson’s This Is It (2009)
This bittersweet documentary is about what would have been the last concert of the King of Pop, Michael Jackson. We’re pretty sure you’re well aware of the challenges Michael Jackson faced throughout his career. But in this documentary, you’ll see MJ’s dedication and passion to his music. You’ll witness how he interacts with his band and crew and how he respects and love each one of them. If you want to know more about Michael Jackson and why millions of people love him, watch this.
The Bottom Line
These are just a few of our favorite documentaries of popular musicians. There are still a lot of must-watch music documentaries out there, but this list is a great start. We hope you enjoy these documentaries as much as we did. Happy streaming!
