iwrestledabearonce - Boat Paddle (OFFICIAL VIDEO)

iwrestledabearonce - Boat Paddle (OFFICIAL VIDEO). BUY NOW: smarturl.it/iwa... | CM Distro - smarturl.it/iwa...
Taken from the album, Late For Nothing, Century Media Records, 2013.
LYRICS
I felt the ocean breaking over my head, I'm spinning. A constant pressure I can't fight, I might not make it through the night. I was raised in a state; so much at stake, a slab of meat deteriorating, muscles are weak.
No bone in my back, ligaments slack. Sensations, my insides cave as they rot. Infested in waves, take hold of my marrow, and wash it away. No bone in my back, ligaments slack. Sensations, my insides cave as they rot. I'm treading water dreading the end wont numb my feeling. I'm calling out to you I'm begging you for help because I've been given all the answers and I can't even help myself, yes I've been given all the answers and I can't even help myself. I held a glass out in my hands, I made fist; a consequence. My fingertips are filled with shards, my open palm is filled with blood.
A single drop will conjure up unspeakable creatures preserved in the salt, worse than darkest pools in my mind. They float, suspended.
There is no time, no time. I'm treading water dreading the end wont numb my feeling. I'm calling out to you I'm begging you for help because I've been given all the answers and I can't even help myself, yes I've been given all the answers and I can't even help myself. I curse the god who brought a vision as a cry for help: an island passing and I'm reaching out for help because I've been given all the answers and I can't even help myself, yes I've been given all the answers and I can't even help myself.

[@dotwav4424]

As a diehard IWABO fan, it’s so nice to see people pass by up to this day and have their eyes opened by this band!

[@t-rexngatokorua8733]

I feel so bad cause I really did not like this band back in the day but I absolutely love spiritbox now. And upon learning that they were originally in this band, I've come back to find I actually do like all these songs. Maybe they were just ahead of their time. definitely ahead of my musical tastes that's for sure lol

[@davidstanley9543]

I heard about iwrestledabearonce back then. I saw them on alot of bills. But I didn't get into their catalog until I heard about Spiritbox. That's a fact.

[@itopakfrppgng9764]

Yeah, I mostly listen to French Rap but love this band sooo much they produced so many incredible songs

[@doublesushi770]

U wot

[@julianbud7334]

I was and otep fan frist though no wonder I love I wrestled a bear once I've been listening to them since 2010 my senior year of high school. Them and suicide silence that's the year I got really into deathcore I was already a metal head and kinda emo typical millennial lol. I was already listening to heavy stuff I just wanted to listen to different bands doing the same shit and different things and then everyone became hip hop heads lol now I listen to everything.

[@DennisKwasnycia]

My daughter loved this vid. She's 8. Metal bands that don't take themselves too seriously is a great gateway for kids (and adults) to appreciate metal.

[@Liliawenecja]

Yeeeah i know what im gonna play to my nephew

[@DanielSantana-qg8qf]

Oh! Thanks! I didn't like it that much since I really can't like female singers screaming (yeah, maybe I'm an asshole), but after your comment I'll definitely save this video to show it to my 3 years old daughter. She already likes Arch Enemy ("the blue hair girl"), Nekrogoblin and Belzebubs. I think she will be a metalhead. I'm incredibly happy hahah ...Her mother likes pop music, so I have to do all the job, haha. Thanks for your tip. I think she will like it!

[@panterafanloco1600]

This is not metal

[@BierBart12]

@@panterafanloco1600 Yes. It's metalcore.

[@ii3rdii345]

Awesome ! I totally agree never thought of it in that way (:

[@variatonesoundscape5592]

My friend showed me this song yesterday to show me that Courtney fits in a lot better in Spiritbox... but he accidentally showed me my new favorite song..

[@JF.90]

the chorus is so catchy. i love this song so much lol

[@lolomelon528]

she’s doing MUCH better now lol

[@gimcoaching6442]

Lmao

[@titanfabulousunicyclerolle8368]

I never know that was Courtney lol

[@ryanross3824]

I was going to come back and comment the same thing. She’s fits in spirit box but this is by far my favourite songs she’s done.

[@Chadneytube]

Spiritbox is the ultimate musical glow-up.

[@brianforrester9587]

Agreed, but listening to Courtney's IWABO albums is interesting to hear these proto-Spiritbox albums.

[@ThatB1ueSS]

@@brianforrester9587 I just discovered her iwabo stuff and it’s great.

[@devincasey5878]

I like this way more than the spirit box stuff. Way more fun.

[@rosegrace5762]

Not really, Krysta era iwabo was way better,

[@DJin317]

@@rosegrace5762 at least someone said it. danger in the manger, You know that aint them dogs real voices, tastes like kevin bacon. absolute bangers

[@coilstapped]

I think this band is really under rated. they have awesome musical ability, and phrasing that seems pretty original. I'm also glad they keep it real and dont immulate that "anger" and "seriousness" that most metal perpetuates.

[@Giganfan2k1]

They are incredible players. Spend almost a decade in orchestra and I can't even step to their time signature.

[@MattHadder]

Well, you have to be good to get popular. This sounds mediocre and generic.

[@glassmushroomfilms3595]

"Yes Steven, it's quite delicious"

[@lemniscatefortunecanfinall2707]

Flying pinkies x2 by Courtney @1:00 to 1:01

[@nigeldean1813]

Pinkies out

[@terryerickson1403]

You heard him say that too?

[@ciblesetsuna]

Courtney became a goddess in Spiritbox now!

[@tombuchborn]

She always was a goddess

[@davidmanetijr3925]

She’s always been hot

[@bleakflouw930]

in my opinion she became a goddess in the video "green eyes" this was the best iwabo album in my opinion too. Spiritbox fucking rules!

[@ii3rdii345]

She best chick screamer I've ever heard

[@ii3rdii345]

@@bleakflouw930 I love that video and song ! And ya totally

[@MrMetalMan]

Never heard this band before. But I clicked on it, & my 18 month old just sat and stared at the screen for the full 6 minutes. He loves music, and the video obviously captures his attention lol

[@ShaunC-s.c.]

F YEAAAAA!! START EM YOUNG GOOD SIR !

[@rattlehead66666]

After 2 mins I forgot I was watching a music video. lol

[@thegeminiguy9371]

Its a shame Courtney wasn't in iwabo for long. She was taking the band to the next level.

[@sweiland75]

IWABO was holding her back.

[@matryxer]

@@sweiland75 not really

[@James_Cy]

@@matryxer 100% holding back her artistry

[@caylei9967]

@@matryxer yes rlly

[@sumdude116]

I guarantee that if Mike and Courtney stayed in this band it would not have ever been as good as Spiritbox is. While I don't think this is bad really, it isn't that good either. Spiritbox is a lot more serious and more musically focused than this band ever were. This band were a singing ship, and were only taking IWABO fans with them.

[@StevenZissimos]

Man... Courtney has come such a long way since this era of her music career. She's now one of the best vocalists in the scene 🔥

[@RatpoisonX]

Agreed. I come back to her time in IWABO just to listen to her old songs as they are really good. Its honestly crazy the vocal range she has.

[@thejuvenoia]

easily. so glad she's getting the credit she deserves 💖

[@Ninja9687_]

This has always been one of my favorite bands and songs..going back to listen to this after hearing some spirit box...man how much she has grown is so amazing her voice is so pure and so controlled

[@marting5130]

It's weird how screamed lyrics are totally Impenetrable and then you read them and they are perfectly clear

[@bambino4525]

So ture

[@nickjoy1130]

+Martin Grimes incomprehensible

[@JuicyJuice2010]

+Nick Joy I like Impenetrable better, sounds more metal you know?

[@captainspaulding2693]

i like how when i poop i feel better.

[@dekekush8585]

Martin Grimes impenetrable? I think you mean inarticulate. What you said makes no sense.

[@Caustic6969]

Courtney has always been amazing.

[@angelnegron1043]

Yep listening to this in 2020

[@ChoppedDill]

Reverse here from riffshop animemetalcore madnes🤗

[@matthewclark3799]

This is the first singer that had right

[@gonzodeeken]

@@matthewclark3799 2nd. Check out Spiritbox for her new music.

[@tecladista147]

Here we go! Huges from Brazil

[@fireflameft2964]

YEP COCK

[@tom9warren433]

My 3 year old and 5 year old daughters request this video. They can even hum along to it. It's awesome. Aggresive music not trying to be overly dark or serious in the video. I am all in.

[@fuzzyc]

A comedy band comes up with better lyrics than most 'serious' metalcore bands

[@EmperorNero]

This is not a channel, it is a sandwich I just wish more people would realize that they are a comedy band and not serious a solid 90% of the time.

[@osherlitochevski6859]

Emperor Nero wait.... a comedy band?? Isn't this girl realy a screamo singer? The little butt-face-man was scarry, but not like her voice.... oh, i'm so glad it's ain't real...

[@EmperorNero]

Osher Litochevski Okay sarcasm detected fully.

[@nullfather7872]

This is not a channel, it is a sandwich The lyrics aren't that great. I don't know what you mean by "most 'serious' metalcore bands" but this isn't much to fawn over.

[@doodoobonejones]

This is not a channel, it is a sandwich The lyrics are terrible I agree. But, most metalcore shit bands that try to sound deep talking about their relationship issues make me laugh. I just wish I didn't wait 2 minutes and 24 seconds to hear her say "I felt the ocean breaking over my head. I'm spinning."

[@josephdean7839]

You weren’t a scene kid back in the day without a IWABO shirt.

[@Omertahun]

IWABO guys right now: Hey bro did you notice that our videos have like 100% more views lately? Wonder what the fuck happened

[@CHiZMYC27]

Kidz today just don't understand. When you combine heart, soul, passion, talent, and love you get music like this...ART.

[@jackiepotatoe716]

This group is so random sometimes I love it

[@jackbaradog]

Am I the only one who loves both the new singer and this song?

[@sxcpeavy]

You're not alone

[@wallmandummy]

not at all i like the new singer and song! new singer isnt as hardcore as Krysta Cameron :( however still good

[@Chicagosmisfit]

justin landry no one will be as hard as krystal NO ONE

[@ronsan89]

jackbaradog wait they got a new singer??? I'm new here

[@EddieD218]

radio ron santos yeah the old one was cooler.

[@alexonite6830]

Almost 8 years later and this song is still a banger.

[@darrenayles5905]

Almost unreal that this band is now Spiritbox. I cannot stop playing Holy Roller over and over and over again.....

[@Jonathanhorrorz]

Just Courtney tho

[@twinny_mi]

@@Jonathanhorrorz and Mike ?!

[@ULTRAWIDE.]

@@twinny_mi He wasn’t in it at this time. But technically you’re right as he was a part of it.

[@alphanate1173]

2:48 notice how they all land so calmly but the drummer in the red lands on his back XD

[@hakomayashi]

Ita Just because his falling into the beat

[@Pittaz]

Thanks for pointing it out 😂

[@axiom6031]

0:35 When people try to overclassify subgenres in metal.

[@ptgptg14]

Post hardcore neotreble symphonic death scream funk

[@agropsychonaut]

assfuck metal

[@johnnybravo1041]

Progressive black thrash jazz fusion

[@friendofallcats3544]

Neo-classical battlefunk

[@deathbattgaming9648]

EarGasmCore

[@CraigMyran]

This is one of the most beautiful songs I've heard!! Courtney and the the guys are incredible musicians.

[@WoeIsLee]

Metal is a genre that definitely requires a developed taste. When this first came out, I wasnt ready for stuff like this, I thought it was unlistenable, but as the years have gone by, I find myself needing heavier stuff and, I actually like this song now.

[@Stinker4583]

"needing heavier stuff" You consider this heavy?

[@WoeIsLee]

@@Stinker4583 idk ask your mom

[@joshuakim4493]

"...heavens to Betsie, that son of a gun..." i nearly lost if there

[@sierraxgabriella]

This is the first iwrestledabeadonce song and video I’ve ever seen... sold.

[@thecarbonbrick2387]

No song has ever given me chills 4 different times.

[@jeremydavis8256]

i love early 2000's metalcore and just how absurd the music videos are its absolute gold

[@decaf4450]

1. What. 2. I love it when band members wear other bands' merch. 3. That is the best drummer ever. (4:14) 4. What. 5. I just can't stop at a 4, I just can't.

[@mikael8092]

I love you

[@decaf4450]

Max Kovanen love you too

[@hotdevilzz]

lmao

[@connorham8]

"Mh This Cocoa Caramel, Sea Salt, Dog Turd Herbal Tea" haha

[@dannymolina5549]

Speeding right into fuckin 2023 with this blasting at home!

[@momi1carlos]

4:14 his neck movement is epic

[@samerahe]

Still coming back to this video in 2022.

[@gehtdichnichtsan9323]

best way to pick up chicks is to send them this

[@dylanlee5701]

dude.. no shot i was thinking of this 2 days later

[@rickycavazos1090]

Just found this! I'm so glad I did. Her voice was a pleasant surprise twice.

[@michaelpark1535]

With the answers we can help each other. The ability to find humor despite darkness, the time it takes to heal... a little metal never hurt anyone. We define what we're made of just in time to see others relating and that helps us in return. Thank you and carry on.

[@dungeonistic]

This is such a good song. She is such a good vocalist.

[@RVCAXD]

This song is so beautiful I had to control myself from shedding a tear.. I mean wow this band never lets down

[@HyrFrh]

I still remember watching this as a kid thinking this was the coolest shit I ever saw, I still think it's the shit 😂

[@That_Metal_Dude]

You ain't wrong, James

[@zebulonswearingen9935]

Great vid. Great vocals, this lady roars right, sings great. Very talented band, great metal, great band name too. Gonna check out more vids.

[@jacob_dcdn]

check out the band Spiritbox, she sings there now

[@wizardsmokey]

i haven't enjoyed a music video so much in a long time.

[@AngeUhhLina]

What. The. Fuck.

[@Aroniyun]

This song and"left behind" by Secrets are my anthems; I'm a medical parent. Thanks for the music you produce. It helps me cope.

[@diejobWHO]

I just love how much fun they've always had with their music and videos.

[@lzcpg]

go go powerrangers

[@gingerpink85]

They can really rock!!!! I've just found their music through KZbin today-- never looking back. In other words, they're really damn good!

[@NaveedNaheedMusic]

Can’t believe they have now broken up. Looks like the bear ripped them apart in one finally wrestle

[@Tyler-zp5du]

that section from 4:35 until the end is just fucking insane - there's something about it that when you blast it loud, just gives me fucking goosebumps every time - when it fades for a second and drops back in - the shift and how well executed it is, the whole thing will never fail to delight me!

[@blklexs]

Love it! Old or new singer, all their videos and songs are great!

[@blklexs]

Your pussy music videos suck.

[@heymimmz]

stop fucking hating on courtney. shes incredible! im so glad they found someone like her to replace krysta. shes amazingly talented. she has the same sense of humor (she kills me on instagram sometimes lololol). Krysta is not coming back so stfu/ she has a family and her own little business. shes happy. Courtney is fucking perfect for IWABO. i love her.

[@jackvaughan8519]

i agree completely with everything you just said. Courtney is also really nice met her and had a good chat with her

[@A3Rhan]

Agreed. I dig her vocals and she seems just as quirky as Krysta. It's just gonna take some getting use to.. She has been with them from the start, Fan's aren't going to accept it over-night. I'm glad Krysta's happy and IWABO found a talented vocalist to replace her, but yes... I am a little butt hurt about it. Shocker, that's all.

[@danman6669]

Courtney's not in the band anymore, so now these comments are outdated lol.

[@drummaboi5879]

song is sooo dayum awesome. luv the riffs & her vocal ranges on the track. had it on repeat 4a min & still not old yet

[@itsnicksharpbro]

When a drummer is having that much fun, they are the most dangerous. What a beast.

[@dreadskeleton]

The drummer is like *dramatic smile*- *high hat*- *high hat*- *boom*

[@bloodlax]

I'm usually not a fan of this kind of metalcore But these guys are one of my favorite bands, I love their chaotic playing style. It's fucking amazing.

[@Giganfan2k1]

It isn't chaotic. I remember talking to a rythem person and it's retarded hard (15/17th or something like that).

[@eresh4084]

I remember when this was posted, and I might not listen to it religiously, but it's definitely one of those songs I find myself listening to every year. Definitely one of the most profounding songs that affected my life. I never thought to say thank you in the past, but thank you for this.

[@cazza710]

its crazy how much her vocals have improved since this, i literally forgot she was in the band for this album

[@josen80]

I love the BAND, the SONG, the new SINGER, the COLORS !!!

[@chrisjames9302]

The talking with eyebrows made me spill my liquid.

[@D3V1NFSU]

It’s 2024 and I just remembered how much I loved this song.

[@hellokittychaos]

This is still one of my all-time favourite songs and video combo. Thanks for being awesome. 💕🤘🏻✌🏻

[@piercethenipples7624]

When the the drugs hit you

[@ryan.martin191]

Pierce TheNipples I'm sorry, but I just laughed at your name. 😂

[@aquatic_sunbeams]

every time i hear "yes steven" i die x]

[@GoPenGo]

Crazy to see how far Courtney has come.

[@mannyblackstar]

What crazy? Thus was better

[@deadman3745]

This came up on a youtube playlist while my phone was in my pocket and i was doing dishes. My brother thought i was going crazy when i said they were talking about dog turds and tea. All the while i was laughing. And i have now lost count of how many times i've listened to it.

[@sardeystallings0123]

This is fucking killer!!!!!! I love it. Her vocals are really strong. I feel the vibes from the guitar/drums!!!!!!!!

[@jeffgun4]

Ikr

[@laffayettegrey2520]

Last singer was better

[@sardeystallings0123]

what happened to her?

[@jeffgun4]

She left or I think she change xc

[@err0r-403]

Laffayette Grey Yeah, this isn't really what I expected from this band at all. Not to say it's crappy, it just feels way too different.

[@MixYourWay]

I mean this still goes strong brooo!!!!

[@chachiebalboa7023]

Yep you caught me listening to this in 2019

[@DJMS_]

You are under arrest for something i forgot can someone remind me

[@sybrinahuff7453]

Still listening to this in 2021

[@roblamar2172]

This song is so badass. This video is so badass! iwrestledabearonce is so badass!!!

[@Automat1cJack]

0:33 - "Mmm... this Cocoa-Caramel Sea-Salt Dog-Turd Herbal Tea... definitely hit the spot right now!"

[@hankfinney4705]

The awkward moment when this is better than 90% of superhero movies

[@Blackthorn869]

Honestly, with these guys I am not even surprised.

[@HelloIAmHunter]

This is.... AMAZING!

[@MegaArbuzPL]

Her vocals are so fucking nice

[@MegaArbuzPL]

I mean, not scream. Clear vocals. .-.

[@jules1553]

It sounds like mic cupping on the screams which is a yikes (especially in studio)

[@ivanmerkushev704]

Check out Spiritbox, she's there now, especially song Constance. It's magical. She had grown so much.

[@jamirvillarosa7924]

watching this while stoned is mindblowing lol.

[@marshallwysocki7126]

These guys were amazing

[@iVeeky]

agree

[@gilthroy]

always bring a smile for me...these guys slay.

[@ephilbin]

3:48 The guitarist's right suspender comes off, but in the next shot, it's back in place. Just one of those things. I still love this band.

[@CristianG181]

Josh Rose also 5:19

[@TheGrinchStoleMyBong]

I saw plot holes and no character development

[@AaronWelchMusic]

I wish this album wasn't so rushed, with proper production it'd be even more amazing.

[@DoomsdayHrmnk]

She has a country singer voice I wish they made more music like this

[@2011kittens]

First time seeing this band and I have to say, it's pretty great

[@darkflamesquirrel]

LMAO THE FARTED LAZER

[@littlebellini]

I miss these guys and gal

[@ianbarber2937]

Saw spiritbox live at blue ridge rock fest. Awesome show.

[@coolrock145]

I fell in love with her the first time I ever heard her night out in this song. I usually hate any kind of core bands, but they sound alot like Raunchy with the keyboards and shit. It's badass.

[@jjallen1976]

Im really liking Courtney...

[@ragnarok7976]

Still better acting and plot than MCU movies...

[@TheMistaReaper]

i miss this band hope they get back together sooner or later

[@cwmillerrr1]

her voice is great. It was difficult to find a female screamer i liked that can go hard too

[@travismiller7596]

You need to listen to Jinjer

[@Slodsworth]

Seven spires 😈

[@Currently_aligning_again]

2:56 I WAS RAISED IN A STEAK

[@randylee5651]

I went from oceano to this, youtube, you really know how to be unpredictable

[@k.cjayne578]

Lol I played with them at Java Junction in Houston area 16 years ago... Jesus christ, I hate time

[@lancebylock]

They make music in general in a humorous, fun way that they enjoy and make profit off it. So in the end they win for not being a serious enough "metal" band. Who cares, yeah it sucks but they have fun doing their shit.

[@HeyHax]

Love your pic ;)

[@BearsKillEveryone]

I've always loved IWABO. Courtney is doing a great job. I kind of miss their epic, rand break downs though back when Krysta was lead vocals. It was fun.

[@tre6316]

The fact that this song still rips despite the ridiculousness of this video is unreal

[@yuricmendess]

2021 and i'm still listening /m/