Village People - Ymca Official Music | Video 1978

The video features the group dancing throughout New York City, particularly in areas significant to 1970s subcultures: McBurney YMCA Non-profit organization ClosedNew York, NY, United States

The Village People's "Y.M.C.A." official music video, filmed in and released late that year, is a cornerstone of disco history . It immortalized the group’s macho-fantasy aesthetic and helped turn the song into a global anthem. Key Locations & Production Village People - YMCA OFFICIAL Music Video 1978

While the video is widely celebrated as a , there has been long-standing debate over its intended meaning: The video features the group dancing throughout New