(1987-2007)
Warning: On a blue-black gradient background, we see the white Helvetica words "FBI WARNING:" with a red underline, and underneath them is the generic "250,000 fine" warning text.
Variant: On early releases from CBS Music Video Enterprises, the red underline is white and the background is dark blue gradient.
FX/SFX: None.
Music/Sounds: None.
Availability: Seen on videos released under Sony's music distribution arms, such as Sony Music Entertainment and Sony Wonder releases (such as MTV's products and Sesame Street videos). It also shows up on various CBS/Columbia Music Video VHS releases. This was also seen on Genius Products DVDs of the Classic Media library.
Scare Factor: Low to medium. It's most likely that the fade-in, partly dark background, and the video quality (as well as the hiss) will unnerve some viewers. Medium to high for the CBS Music Video Enterprises version, as the darker background makes it even worse.