The Word Alive - Life Cycles

Music video for "Life Cycles" by The Word Alive from the album ‘Life Cycles,’ available now on iTunes - smarturl.it/LifeCycles
Music video by The Word Alive performing Life Cycles. (C) 2013 Fearless Records

[@lastchild7470]

I'm a 30 year old black man that grew up listening too hip hop/rap ..... Its 2021 and Word Alive is my now go too band !!

[@architectsxiii5379]

I'm a 30 year old white man who grew up listening to the word alive and rap and hiphop, still enjoy both :)

[@herobatman96]

This is a family bro ❤ welcome

[@bryan2733]

In my case, Im a pop music kind of guy. But recently I stumbled on telle's music when he sang one of the songs from riot games (Pentakill:Conqueror). Since then, I liked TWA's music, and I stayed.

[@bbqseitan7106]

@@bryan2733 I was honestly kinda let down that his parts didn’t have that heavyness I was hyped for

[@bryan2733]

@@bbqseitan7106 yes, you have a point. Maybe its bcoz of the lore of telle's character (viego) in the pentakill universe, he was supposed to represent the modern post hardcore/metalcore genre. Maybe thats why it sounded like that. I might be wrong with the details tho.

[@4GabeArellano]

I was in the Life Cycles video shoot with my buddy who recently passed away, he's the one with the green watch; this song will always remind me of him. Love The Word Alive, great band, greater hearts. God bless everyone!

[@Vigi3.]

Where was this video shoot?

[@gelatin4985]

awww I see it, sorry about that man

[@cl0udyvex]

I think I spotted it, it's at 3:47

[@meehannahbanana]

I smile every time I see the green watch now. You should too. He was definitely having a blast right there with you.

[@HitMaxRecords]

He has moved onto his next Life Cycle now. R.I.P.

[@hello3j]

i apologize to my past self for not finding this faster

[@dazza_homeslice]

same haha

[@wastedspace4878]

Ur forgiven. LoL!! Look up the woe is me if u haven't already.

[@LINKchris87]

This album is a masterclass.

[@esequielhernandez5231]

Damn a lot of young people or idk how old you are but damn if you missed this song you probably missed even more golden songs. Haha good luck finding it all

[@Crunchiecorpse]

SAME

[@Snakekilla54]

Saw a dude with a shirt that said “I don’t always listen to metal but when I do I prefer word alive” so I thought hmmm let’s look them up and now I’m here

[@Metalfan8638]

Not gonna lie but I heard about these guys from ettienne sin guy ever since I’ve been a fan of these guys my favorite songs by them is this song and play the victim

[@bigd8973]

I’d hardly call this metal. No disrespect to the band or fans but this is not metal. Some metal like riffs. But overall sound is Sounds like a mix of neo hardcore and ‘bro punk’.

[@ObeseJohn1]

chugs with no polyrhytmns (check) frilly backtracks (check) breakdown (check) definitely in the core family. still good though definitely not metal

[@Neilo1994]

sNaKeKiLla54 lol that was one of their old ass Dos Equis shirts

[@BLQLYTE]

BIG D metalcore is a sub genre. You don’t know shit

[@justanotherpersononyoutube665]

"I'd rather die for what I believe than live a life without meaning"

[@emmathekitten7411]

Me to

[@Cheaps928]

Me three

[@nono-er9jf]

CantStopCheapy me 4

[@darnassiannightsaber7835]

me 5

[@seherezada0302]

me 8

[@LordB0NER]

I'm not going to be one of those whiny scene kids who claim certain songs "saved their lives" but this song has definitely played a part in my life in terms of helping me push through anything. Work, daily life, helping me fall asleep without worry, and completely shutting off my mind to everything I am worrying about at the time.

[@releasethekraken9189]

Kevin Wade i know exactly what you mean mate

[@yakobii5166]

You explained that beautifully and I fully agree with you.

[@taylorprevostmusic]

+Kevin Wade that's awesome man

[@x360wins]

Yeah. I can't stand when people say music saved their life. However, I agree when people say they use it as an outlet or a release. That's what I do. I love music.

[@galaxymostachios8618]

Music can't save your life but it can be a big inspiration, I agree with what you say

[@ciinciin5546]

I'd rather die for what I believe, Than live a life without meaning. I'd rather die for what I believe, Than live a life without meaning. I'd rather die for what I believe, Than live a life without meaning. I'd rather die for what I believe, Than live a life without meaning. And now that I'm older... And now that I'm older, I'm finding out How, What it means To start over. Well, it's never gonna be that easy. I've searched and searched, But the searchlights have left me. I've tried to find a way, I swear I tried, All I have left is you by my side. So please take the time To get inside my mind. I've longed for the lights, I've stayed awake, stayed awake. Through the nights. What if this is all I have What if this is all that's left What if this is all that's left All that's left. And now that I'm older... And now that I'm older, I'm finding out how, What it means To start over. I never thought I would. I'm finding out how, What it means To start over. Now that I'm older, I'm finding out how, What it means To start over. So can you feel it now? Beneath the surface where the shadows dwell. You can't hide from the path you chose. So take it in, take it in, All the burdens of the world I never thought I'd end up this way. I never thought I could fall so far away. So far away. And now that I'm older... And now that I'm older, I'm finding out how, What it means To start over. I never thought I would I'm finding out how, What it means To start over. And now that I'm older, I'm finding out how, What it means To start over. I'm starting over. I'm starting over. I'd rather die for what I believe, Than live a life without meaning. Meaning Oh I'm starting over.

[@danyruizdiaz4447]

ciin ciium

[@tiyenin]

This suck songs.

[@0joeyw]

This song gives me chills every time. I actually feel sorry for the people who don't like this. They're missing out on something amazing.

[@LeithalGaming]

Eh. They're decent, I just prefer more complicated stuff. To me this song sounds pretty repetitive and i just get bored really easily of it. I'm more into stuff like Between The Buried And Me, The Contortionist, Periphery.

[@0joeyw]

I know what you mean. Check out August Burns Red if you want complicated!

[@TheyCallMeSmileZ]

i thought i was the only one that got chills its overwhelming as hell

[@slump75]

"I actually feel sorry for the people who don't like this." You have so much to learn. Guthrie Govan gives me chills, yet I can not for the life of me imagine feeling sorrow or pity for anyone who does not respond as I respond. In essence you feel sorrow for people who aren't like you. That's a kind of tiny naïve tragedy.

[@y3tiv3ga31]

In all honestly its capped out and not complex at all. This song does not hit in 2020. They're literally "rocking out" to a bunch of teenagers trying to be H8CORE

[@marcohavokkhaos]

Just started listening to this band. Everyone said this is their best song. I am not disappointed

[@mitchdavis9155]

Look up the song "never forget" he wrote it about Mitch Lucker from Suicide Silence. Brings me to tears everytime I hear it

[@DannySlept]

true

[@knotshimi]

I've been a life long fan... and that comment still stands true

[@muphsicle1126]

I'm 24 have kidney failure and just had a beautiful girl enter life with me. this is my shit during dialysis, cuz I promise you its fucking depressing in the treatment room. this helps me battle

[@anthonywinchell56]

I hope you're doing good dude. my thoughts are with you.

[@davidmelchor7429]

this just hit me man. I know a couple people who have the same thing.. stay strong man fight to the very end!

[@ianangello9577]

+chris portelli stay strong buddy!

[@LazyAlternativeBrat]

keep on fighting dude! I hope everything turns out good in the end, just stay positive and never give in

[@thyg4557]

+chris portelli It'll work out for you in the end. You got my support! IF you ever watched Dragon Ball Z - You're Goku - and I'm lifting my arms for you to give you energy (;

[@HanselLopezFranco]

The Word Alive is that awesome band that is like always caring about their fans, these guys are like to close to people and connect everyone with their lyrics, I mean they're such an honest and cool band that makes you believe that they're not going to change. And if there are haters let me tell you: DON'T FUCK WITH FAMILY!

[@kiajera]

Now that I’m older I have a greater appreciation for this song. I remember when I couldn’t wait until my life would turn around. Listening to this from the other side gives me chills for a different reason now. I thank God I’m alive.

[@Deathworg1]

Luke holland should make a band where his drumming skills are actually put to use

[@reagandent3601]

Maybe you should go listen to some other songs where his skills are actually used

[@Deathworg1]

I would love to, tell me a few. I'm absolutely serious. I'm trying to get into this, at least to appreciate luke holland in a band...

[@Jareeddddd]

Eduardo Navarro pretty much the whole Real. album because that was the first album he written and recorded

[@kiliabgonzalez9977]

The bands latest album called REAL had Luke's drumming in it and there's a lot more flavor in that record drumming wise. With that being said, that album in general was only okay in my opinion. Life Cycles and The Deceiver were their best albums in my opinion and Luke wasn't even in the band then.

[@SoulVortex]

I agree with you they least should pick a new drummer

[@shadowtakamiki1]

Even after all these years, this is still my favorite song by them

[@KrommFarenborn]

Same

[@pennywisebatman6358]

it was so fun being apart of this music video. These guys are truly the most down to earth people. Support good people and great music. I'm excited for 2014.

[@Frans_Zietsman]

How was 2014? Hehe

[@rustyshackleford9017]

@@Frans_Zietsman its 2020 homie

[@kipweit9634]

@@rustyshackleford9017 Nah, It's 2022.

[@brandonneal863]

Big hype for 2015 tho

[@eau7467]

I'm excited for 2024

[@prometeo2310]

Peak metalcore

[@TheWordAliveBand]

Help us reach 1 million views this weekend, share this video to your friends! Love, TWA \m/

[@joshhalgren3747]

Love you guys

[@ddmarietta]

i think if you ask us to help get 2 mil tomorrow, we all will try to do that :o

[@muhammadnajjibbhazlan793]

fuck you guys fucking good \m/

[@TheFoxEssence]

The Word Alive I just made a small post on this video. I thank you guys. Much love.

[@melissaserenityasmr4257]

3 years and over 3 million views now!! Awesome! 😄❤️

[@michaelatkin9649]

I haven't listened to you guys in about 7 years... i had your albums and listened to you all the time became homeless a few times my life was flipped upside-down and lost who i used to be and the things i enjoyed... im glad i found yall again

[@boomchakalaka0]

I've screamed this live with him so many times. Fucking epic.

[@1thangaboutme229]

4x4 I did it the other night. Four years fucking later, still epic!

[@telletwa]

Can't wait to once again then =>

[@alexanderperez7110]

JUST HEARD THIS SONG FOR THE FIRST TIME AND IT FEELS LIKE PURE SWEET NOSTALGIA!

[@julz4617]

OMGGG IKRRRR

[@darrellladcox]

Coming back to this gem. Remember warped like it was yesterday. Seeing all my favorites. Rip warped

[@DraculaXHunter101]

Luke, so sad you're leaving TWA. You've done so much for this band in just two albums. Best of luck to you friend.

[@GabrielGamer-cs6xr]

DraculaXHunter101 me too, for me he is The best drummer in The world

[@wrendipity9197]

GabrielGamer cg

[@wrendipity9197]

wow how tf did that send lol

[@DraculaXHunter101]

Matthew Chinn Uhhh? Excuse me?

[@DraculaXHunter101]

***** Two. He wasn't on Life Cycles.

[@JordanBlue1]

I saw them play last night. It was one of the best moments that I have ever had. They played this song last and Telle jumped in the crowd and I got to hold him up. The crowd was so into it. Seeing them is an amazing experience.

[@bariatricbabe7438]

This song gets me through the hard times

[@tomace3809]

Same here

[@brannontejeda3854]

Was at this video shoot with my best friend. One of the best times of my life. I’ll never forget this experience. Ditched work to be there and never regretted it. Still best friend with him! And going to see them play this together tomorrow at Anaheim 🫡

[@lewisguitarh2213]

This is such a tune, I always come back to it. The breakdown at the end always gets me pumped

[@christophermartinez6837]

Seeing them live is just...... incredible..... a few years back I got to see them live and it was the first time I had heard of them in fort Lauderdale right next to America's backyard...... they dropped life cycles and I instantly fell in love..... I screamed and teared up and sang along like I knew ths song and since then, I've never stopped listening to them. I would even go as far as saying, that time period of my life, getting to see them live and hear them, changed me and sort of saved me from myself, because this song resonated so damned hard

[@greenmilklatte]

0:19 the scenest scene queen I've ever seen hahaha

[@IshDaSk8er]

Goddamn, no kidding ha

[@mgk0586]

Lmao

[@ErikJason_]

I remember when this video came out and became a fan of The Word Alive. This song and 2012 were my favorites at that time and still are after all these years. 2013 was an incredible year.

[@destrucsean]

Saw them live with Parkway Drive.. this song is just a notch above everything else they put out. So good!

[@bsnyder6973]

Just saw these guys open for blessthefall, super energetic set with an all around kick ass performance. Also, lead singer crowd surfed to the bar to take a shot and back to the stage, singing the whole way. That was dope. Hope to see you guys again sometime!

[@mattmyrick1480]

This song is so inspirational. I love it. And I'll probably never get sick of it, either.

[@jonissues1914]

this song has a lot of good moments, heavy and catchy. I always feel nothing but joy when I come back to this song.

[@Medical123456]

So much energy and deep lyrics... this song is huge...

[@hdfizz6700]

I JUST discovered this song today and from the very beginning it gave me literal chills so that makes it an automatic to add to my favorites! Amazing!

[@scandinaviandespair9744]

I remember when this song came out. I loved it then, and still to this day love it. And I'm a goth dude but this era will always be special to me. I miss these old days everyday.

[@AzraelPercussionNEO]

Never in my life have I seen a music video with raw spiritual energy, wisdom beyond means, and a passion of expressing the deep philosophical mysteries of mankind's own cyclical miseres never more clearly expressed and I am fan of my selected group of bands. I will say it TWA I am proud that I have this song on my phone. I wish you can produce more of such deep meaning songs in your future albums :)

[@nancyo6955]

i love their music!!. they are so awesome live as well!. cant wait see them again

[@Ian-Threaded]

Saw you guys live Monday night at altar bar (thanks for coming) the verse of life cycles has to be the heaviest thing I've ever heard. Every band member has unbelievable skill

[@benlawless9539]

"So can you feel this now Beneathe the surface where the shadows dwell You can't hide from the path you chose So take it in, take it in All the burdens of the world" Pure waterworks from me every time I hear that bridge

[@jamesengle8484]

love this band this video was the same show I got to see in St . Louis they are amazing live!

[@lauralovesbfmv]

Holy mother of pearl, why am i only hearing these guys now! Instant love

[@winniethepoor]

This song hits differently when your older and growing a family. You look back at this video and see a place you were only 10 years prior but with a message you never understood until 10 years later.

[@bobcraig573]

Saw this live, the single greatest experience of my life so far

[@dalemeacham4843]

Luke holland is amazing love him he is my favorite

[@philgecko]

fuck this. BEN KOLLER dude

[@CornInfected]

Dale Meacham fuck all ya'll Anup Sastry for the wind

[@andrewhurdle1008]

Sry boys Matt Greiner

[@philgecko]

Andrew Hurdle wrong answer

[@ryanrod7375]

dan carle and sam applebaum ftw

[@jamesstephens4067]

I remember this tour... I come back here every so often. Song means the world to me.

[@shashurimagrease2890]

This is really amazing, Such change in melody at inch perfect intervals everything just fits to create this masterpiece

[@ryguyvapes]

Such a HYPE song man. This was/is a *Masterpiece* so much talent and passion. It's a timeless classic if you will bc it a very well written song(easy/generic to play as most are that hit this level)...its got the great vocals, melodic sound, the groove, vibes, and relatable lyrics, need I say more? It's *NEVER* to late to change your life, life's to short do what YOU want and believe in.

[@clinenotklein5405]

"now that I'm older, I'm finding out what it means to start over.." THIS is some kind of emotion listening 6 years after it came out

[@clinenotklein5405]

and shoutout to the RHCP shirt in the crowd

[@pawket__715]

Facts my amigo... nothing like hearing this live in 2014

[@leeds4eva2013]

saw this video as a suggestion on a wholesale sleeps video, and checked it out, glad I did now, this sounds so good, definitely checking more of your songs out!

[@mellove.22]

ONE of the BEST VIDEO i have EVER SEEN... AMAZING!!!! LOVEEE THIS VIDEO

[@0wninguplz]

Im no emo or whatever you call these people that listen to this music. I can tell you that I listen to all kinds of genre of music and at the end of the day what really matters is that the song/music is good and enjoyable. This song is cool and you dont have to be an emo to like this. Oh btw dont judge people for what they are. Just listen and Enjoy or leave

[@mincetherich1477]

all you have to be is real (:

[@Natsumi170]

You are emo.

[@danielbonfield5295]

No matter how much I try to deny it, I always come back to "emo" music. It's my opinion that emotions are the main driving force behind music. I love death metal and all kinds of other music, but at the end of the day you need something you can relate to, and listening to a song about performing an autopsy or raping hell whores with a thorned cock only goes so far; songs that excite feelings we all can relate to stick with us. Then again, it all depends on the mood we are in. For example, this song reinforces my convictions about my morality and what I believe in, and in this particular moment, I needed a song like this to amp me up in that respect. "I would rather die for what I believe, than live without meaning." Given that the members of the band might be religious, and I am not, I still interpret the essential meaning of the song; which is stand by your beliefs and live for something other than yourself.

[@MortisThorne]

Woe, Is [S]unjay says the one who likes Woe, Is Me. lol

[@STARK1LLR]

This isn't even "emo" music. "Emo" music is like Hawthorne Heights and Silverstein.

[@steeljedi7902]

one of my favorite music videos ever!

[@guderian6177]

Now this is what I am talking about. Solid flow. Damn you guys keep that energy up throughout! I also like how you built in your dynamics.

[@rindutaka6564]

From 2013 to now, This was an epic changing point. This had just the right sound to make you feel powerful and blissful. And just gives you an overall "king" feeling

[@Micheleribro]

ouvir a música todo ano desde o lançamento e parecer a primeira vez, é o que sinto com essa música. 💕

[@VictorGabrielCruzSilva]

🇧🇷❤🤘🏽

[@Marcelo-dy1qf]

Exatamente, e ainda continuam lançando músicas excelentes

[@digo.lemoss]

Essa música é boa demais!

[@fle_33]

I just discovered you guys! You are literally AMAZING

[@MorganAustinC]

Such a powerful song, thank you guys! Keep em coming

[@funkymonke420]

Saw this band back in 2014 and it was the best day ever. Got to crowd surf and hold the vocalists hand for a moment. I probably seem like a fake fan but i had a brain injury and forgot all the bands i liked due to severe memory loss but when i found them in my itunes library my memories of this time came back. I really miss 2012-2017 bands and seeing them.

[@wafflez-man-1995]

Glad I was into this music in my teenage years. They fucking slap so many years later.

[@kenyanlolita]

gah! I always have a new favorite band every month....August its TWA for me...this song though got me head banging at work \,,/

[@alferelli65]

You mean \m/

[@kenyanlolita]

alfie...65 no I mean \,,/

[@alferelli65]

wow, you must have either tiny middle fingers or really spindly end ones

[@kenyanlolita]

alfie...65 n so what if I do..hmmm 😿

[@daltonw5624]

Lol dude same here :)

[@kaciadolci2129]

I used to have this song on repeat when it first came out, now that I found it again, it's again on repeat. TWA will never get old

[@caitlynmaximovich7556]

This song gives me chills every time I listen to it!! Great song, even at 4 years old..

[@prettyrickee80]

I will never forget when you jumped off the highest speakers into the crowd at Mojoes Joliet 2 weeks ago! Epic memory! \m/

[@JoshJared2003]

This song was my big brother's favourite song he loves this band so much, like he really loves them from the bottom of his heart, you would always talk about this band to your bandmates and your friends and how you really want to meet them, sadly, you aren't here anymore and I really wish you could hear their new record, I'm sure you're gonna love it. fuckk, I really wish you're doing up there brother, you could've been 24 now...

[@robinjohnson9611]

I was listening to Close Your Eyes. Decided to check you guys out.. I love the message!

[@lena__speaking7080]

This was the first song I've ever heard from them and damn it's still my favorite. It's just so freaking good!

[@xxghostxx7]

This song never gets old

[@AliceInChains.]

Still not old 5 years later 🤘🤘

[@Destamoon]

8 years later, it still doesnt

[@apexlucas]

@@Destamoon It'll never get old

[@tomace3809]

never

[@Blueacid85]

Beautiful video to a perfect song.

[@ashpash12341]

Wanted to check these guys out and glad I did. And so awesome they are from Arizona.

[@leviknight9715]

I remember when this came out I was jamming it so hard. It's been so long since I've listened to this. Where has the time gone smh

[@SMaddox50]

At 2:38 it changes from music video into an energy drink commercial

[@flipchute]

TinyFriedEggs XD

[@LewisRacing90]

Love this band and song!

[@drawliadraw]

I love the message this song sends out

[@MaybeSomeDayX]

THIS SONG GIVES ME CHILLS EVERY SINGLE TIME

[@yogi3696]

2019 and still gave me goosebumps

[@bradenmurphy5797]

I've said it many times, and I will say it again; Telle was made for this band more than Craig ever was. I saw them at Chain Reaction in Anheim a couple of years back for the first time and was totally blown away. They have a killer stage prescence, keep it metal! \m/

[@johnartis2710]

It took 7 years for this song to apply to me. I was brought to tears. It's not the end.

[@cotiaratv3651]

Great show and tape. Thank you all!

[@joseandrescofre2125]

Someone in 2020 🎵?

[@martinpacheco2987]

Here from Argentina👏

[@lostworldexp1p704]

Forever starting over !

[@stephenbridges9414]

Literally just found this video and I’m thankful I did! 🤘🏻🤘🏻this should be 2020’s anthem 💯💯

[@UnkindledGemini]

2020 gang 😂

[@cherrystar50]

One of my fave!!!!

[@jordanscott7211]

This song is truly a piece of art, and same for the video. So much energy. Want to see you guys live in Australia Sydney!

[@WELOVEB44]

one of the most amazing songs ive heard in a long long time!

[@alyssavega9804]

I absolutely love this song, and the video. 💕

[@XxRavenstillxX]

2024 metal heads here ?

[@tiggster9069]

was just at there concert last week

[@XxRavenstillxX]

@@tiggster9069 ♥️

[@user-zk5gj5gs1w]

im here!

[@gonzo8105]

Their drummer is freaking insane!

[@kentwilliams2117]

Dude you guys killed it! Im married now and responsible but i still loveing the music you guys made.

[@sethlosing8931]

Listening to this bring me back to high school, this We came as Roman’s, Emmure, upon a burning body, famous last words, Etc was my everyday playlist.

[@Dethrider6]

"Now that I'm older, I'm finding out how and what it means, to start over" this part hits me hard now. I'm going through a divorce after 4 years of marriage and 7 years being together. It's tough, but I'm starting over.

[@thatianepinheiro4632]

Viciada nessa musica! ❤️

[@mur6893]

First time hearing a song by this band and I wasn't disappointed. Another band to add to my damn playlist

[@rnvictorv]

Grrreeeeeaaat song!! It’s my go to workout song! Great lyrics and the breakdowns are 💵💵💵💵

[@AugustMullerVMusic]

Before i die i wanna go to a concert like this. If life were perfect, id be performing a concert like this.

[@ericagomez2522]

Just amazing so beautiful!xo I love this song 🎧🎶🎶❤️_❤️👌👏

[@hadlockscatsbury564]

I like them cause they aren't just about screaming like most metal core bands. So you can understand at least 70% of what they are saying.

[@wakkaonakwakka]

HEy im always having issues and i wouldnt normally post but i feel like ur song is keeping me alive right now thankyou...

[@MissMusic4Ever96]

I saw them live yesterday & got the chance to meet them. They are so super nice. This song was one of the best live songs I've ever heard. Those guys f*cking rock. WOW!

[@fizzukiie5978]

This is amazing I just started listening to them... Any songs I should listen to?

[@davidandrasi8338]

this is so freaking good!

[@helloimnobody636]

I'm so glad I saw them on tour when this album came out. So nostalgic

[@3feethigh]

This song hit's you right in the feels. Unreal!

[@Sosa_Foto]

In this music video Telle looks like Matt the vocalist from Bullet for my Valentine, especially when he screams

[@ignoranceisbl1ss]

Ikr

[@earthbender5628]

Coincidentally, I got an ad for Bullet For My Valentine on this video haha.

[@alicexsilence5765]

+Glass Lake OMG i just noticed O.O

[@partydan6701]

+Glass Lake ya never noticed that

[@DevilGamer-yu8xp]

+Glass Lake no dude the screams like Beau Bokan of BlessTheFall