Nickelback - Rockstar [official Video] Apr 2026

: Wayne Gretzky , Dale Earnhardt Jr. , and Chuck "The Iceman" Liddell .

"Rockstar" was a massive chart success, particularly in the UK where it became the fifth biggest-selling single of 2008 and spent 50 consecutive weeks on the charts. Despite its success, the song remains a polarizing piece of music history, often cited by critics for its formulaic nature while simultaneously being embraced by fans for its catchy, relatable satire. Nickelback - Rockstar [OFFICIAL VIDEO]

The "Rockstar" video, directed by the renowned Dave Meyers, is a massive collaborative project featuring a mix of celebrities and anonymous fans lip-syncing to the lyrics. The video's unique appeal lies in its global scale, filming non-celebrities in front of iconic landmarks such as: : Times Square and the Flatiron Building. London : St Paul’s Cathedral and Tower Bridge. Chicago : Millennium Park and the Buckingham Fountain. Sydney : The Opera House and Harbour Bridge. Berlin : The Brandenburg Gate and Checkpoint Charlie. Star-Studded Cameos : Wayne Gretzky , Dale Earnhardt Jr

Released in 2005 as the fifth single from the 7x platinum album , "Rockstar" became one of Nickelback’s most enduring and commercially successful tracks. While the song itself is a satirical country-rock ballad about the materialistic desires of a "wannabe" rockstar, it was the official music video that truly cemented its place in pop culture history. A Global Lip-Sync Phenomenon Despite its success, the song remains a polarizing